7 Charming Monsoon Getaways Near Bangalore

These 7 monsoon destinations around Bangalore are like nature's own havens of peace. Mist-shrouded mountains, sparkling waterfalls, hot food, and secluded forest walks - each place has a different charm during the monsoons that touches the heart.

1. Coorg

Things to Explore: Take a coffee estate walk in the drizzle, Visit Abbey Falls at its full monsoon glory, Trek to Tadiandamol Peak, Enjoy hot Coorgi pork curry with steaming rice.

2. Chikmagalur

Things to Explore: Drive through misty Mullayanagiri roads, Visit Hebbe and Jhari waterfalls, Stay in a homestay surrounded by plantations, Donโ€™t miss the filter coffee!

3. Sakleshpur

Things to Explore: Explore Manjarabad Fort wrapped in fog, Trek through the lush Bisle Ghat, Experience plantation stays, Visit star-shaped temples and ancient ruins.

4. Wayanad

Things to Explore: Trek to Edakkal Caves on a foggy morning, Visit Soochipara and Meenmutty waterfalls, Relax at a treehouse stay, Drive through winding ghat roads with cloud cover.

5. Ooty

Things to Explore: Take a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, visit the Botanical Gardens and Ooty Lake, sip hot chocolate at a colonial cafe, walk through a rain-soaked pine forest.

6. Shivanasamudra Falls

Things to Explore: Come early in the morning to avoid the crowds, pack a raincoat and non-slip footwear and enjoy a picnic by the waterfall.

7. BR Hills (Biligirirangana Hills)

Things to Explore: Stay in an eco-lodge or forest guesthouse, go on an early morning jungle safari, carry binoculars to spot rare birds.