If you’re someone who loves to solo travel or maybe someone who is looking out to making their first solo trip, then Chikmagalur is the right place for you!
It is a beautiful destination that beckons solo-travellers looking out for a trip through nature. From the magnificent hills to trek, to the cascading waterfalls and everything in between, you get to explore it all.
Let’s delve into all the details you need to know about solo travelling in Chikmagalur, from the safety tips, to meeting fellow travellers and the best places to visit, right here in this article!
Solo Travelling in Chikmagalur: Safety TipsIf you’re a solo traveller in Chikmagalur, then there are a few things you need to keep in mind before you get there in order to have a safe and comfortable trip.
Here are some important safety tips for solo travellers in Chikmagalur:Tip 1: Have your itinerary pre-planned.
Tip 2: Pre-book an accommodation.
Tip 3: Use transportation that’s trusted.
Tip 4: Avoid travelling at night to secluded areas (and if you do keep your accommodation informed about your whereabouts).
Tip 5: Have a local SIM card (especially if you’re from out of India). This can help you contact the locals if in need.
Tip 6: Be cautious of your belongings and avoid carrying any original documents around.
Tip 7: Be aware of your surroundings.Tip 8: Carry a first-aid kit always.
Tip 8: Carry a first-aid kit always.
Tip 9: Carry sunscreen lotion.
Tip 10: A hat or a cap.
Tip 11: Comfortable walking shoes.
Tip 12: Drinking water bottle in case of sightseeing or trekking.
How to Meet other Travellers while Solo Travelling in Chikmagalur?
When you’re solo travelling in Chikmagalur, the best way to enhance your travel experience is by meeting new people/fellow travellers and creating new connections.
Here are some pointers that can help you meet other travellers:
• Stay in accommodations like guest houses, homestays etc., which have common spaces to foster fellow traveller interaction.
• Visit popular tourist spots, where other travellers tend to gather.
• Use social media like Instagram, Facebook etc., to get in touch with fellow travellers.
• Join solo traveller groups on social media to stay connected with other travellers and gather more valuable information.
• Engage in conversations with other travellers wherever you meet them.
• Try to join group activities, to engage with other travellers.
Places to Explore while Solo Travelling in Chikmagalur
1. Mullayangiri Peak – Trek to the highest peak in Karnataka
2. Jhari Waterfall (Buttermilk Waterfall)
3. Belur and Halebidu Temples and Heritage
4. Baba Budangiri Hills – Mountain Range
5. Kemmangundi – View of the Western Ghats
6. Hebbe Falls
7. Kudurehmukh National Park
8. The Coffee Museum – Witness the growing to the brewing of the coffee beans
9. Parashwanath Swami Jain Temple – Ancient Jain Temple
10. Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
11. Mahatma Gandhi Park
12. Kallathigiri Falls
13. Hirekolale Lake – 220-acre man-made Lake
14. Hoysaleshwara Temple – Largest monument in Halebidu
15. Ballalarayana Durga Fort – A fort bordering Dakshini Kanna and Chikmagalur districts
Takeaway
So, if this article has enticed you enough, what are you waiting for? Plan your trip to Chikmagalur today and you know where to stay right?
Shanthi Kunnj of course! Check out our website for more details and we promise to make your stay one to remember!