Chikmagalur Hill, Escarpment & Hoysala Heritage Circuit
Chikmagalur Hill, Escarpment & Hoysala Heritage Circuit
Karnataka's highest peak, a hidden waterfall, and Hoysala heritage in one circuit.
About this experience
Highlights
- Mullayanagiri Summit - 300 stone steps to Karnataka's highest point at 1,930 m elevation
- Baba Budangiri Dargah - shared Hindu-Muslim ridge shrine at 1,895 m for over 600 years
- Kemmangundi Z-Point - Western Ghat escarpment views from a former Mysore hill station
- Hebbe Falls - a 168 m two-tiered cascade reached by a 5 km estate jeep track through coffee
- Halebid & Belur - Karnataka's two finest surviving Hoysala temples with deep carved friezes
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Itinerary
Mullayanagiri Summit, Baba Budangiri Ridge and Coffee Estate
A full day on the Chikmagalur ridge - Karnataka's highest summit, a shared Hindu-Muslim shrine, and a coffee estate walk at dusk.
Kemmangundi Z-Point, Hebbe Falls and Ayyanakere Lake
A day beyond the ridge circuit - an escarpment viewpoint, a jeep-only waterfall, and a natural lake stop in Chikmagalur's high country.
Halebid & Belur Hoysala Heritage, Yagachi Dam
Karnataka's two finest Hoysala temples in one guided day, closing with a boat ride on the Yagachi Dam reservoir before the drive back.
Requirements
What you’ll need and key rules before you go.
- Valid government photo ID
- Grip-sole walking shoes for the Mullayanagiri summit steps and estate paths
- Light warm layer - ridge and plateau temperatures drop 6-10°C after dark
- Modest dress required at Baba Budangiri shrine and both Hoysala temples
- Sunscreen and a hat for exposed summit and escarpment stops
- Insect repellent for the Hebbe Falls estate approach
- Power bank
- Baba Budangiri access may be restricted during communal sensitivity periods - confirm at booking
- Hebbe Falls jeep hire and Yagachi Dam boat ride are paid locally, not prepaid
- Footwear removed at both Hoysala temple inner sanctums
Policies
Cancellation & Refunds Policy
Effective date: 27 Aug 2026
This policy applies to all Guided Experiences booked on Evynx, unless a specific experience page clearly states a different policy ("Special Policy").
Key Terms
- Booking Time
- The time your payment is successfully completed on Evynx.
- Start Time / Date
- The start time/date shown on the experience detail page and confirmation.
- Refund Method
- Refunds are returned to the original payment method unless you choose Evynx Travel Credit (when offered).
Risk-Free 24-Hour Cancellation
You may cancel free of charge within 24 hours of Booking Time, provided the experience start time is at least 48 hours away.
Standard Cancellation Refunds
- More than 7 days before start: 90% refund
- 3–7 days before start: 50% refund
- Less than 72 hours / No-show: No refund
Refund Timelines
- Evynx processes eligible refunds within 24–48 hours of approval.
- Banks/UPI may take 3–10 business days to reflect the amount.
How to Cancel
Cancel from My Bookings (recommended). If you need help, contact Evynx support from the booking page.