Overview
Virajpet (Virarajendrapete) is a town of 17,000 people in Kodagu (Coorg) district, Karnataka. It retains a cute charm with undulating hills and green villages despite traffic chaos and commercialization.
Budget Travel · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Activities
Trekking at Malethirike hill is free. Coffee plantation walks are self-guided. Adventure sports available at Coffeevalley Homestay including paragliding and rafting.
Money
Budget stays from ₹500, meals from ₹100. Cash accepted at all local establishments. ATMs available near market areas.
Transport
Virajpet is only reachable by road. Nearest railways are Thalassery and Kannur; nearest airports are Mysore and Mangalore. Local autorikshaws charge ₹20/km.