{"id":12327,"date":"2021-11-11T23:15:31","date_gmt":"2021-11-11T17:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/?p=12327"},"modified":"2024-04-18T02:03:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-17T20:33:25","slug":"things-to-do-in-agumbe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-agumbe\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Things to Do in Agumbe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Agumbe is a rainforest hub in the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/shimoga-gateway-of-malnad-travel-guide\/\"><strong>Shimoga<\/strong><\/a> district of Karnataka. It is the last surviving rainforest of India. With 7640 mm annual rainfall, the region is also known as the <strong>Cherrapunji of South India<\/strong>. The vast but fast-depleting biosphere is made up of dense forests, tropical hills, gushing streams, and torrential waterfalls, replete with rare and endangered species of flora and fauna, making it a holistic ecosystem in itself. Because of its rich natural resources, <strong>Agumbe forms a part of the<\/strong> <strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/strong> Tourists usually <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/shimoga\/book-taxi\">book a cab from Shimoga<\/a> to explore this magical town, especially during monsoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#things\"><strong>Things to do in Agumbe<\/strong><\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#places\">Places to visit in Agumbe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#near\">Places to visit nearby<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#eat\">Places to eat in Agumbe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#about\"><strong>About Agumbe<\/strong><\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#why\">Why is Agumbe called Cobra Capital?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#facts\">Facts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#plan\"><strong>How to Plan a trip to Agumbe<\/strong><\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#reach\">How to reach<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#time\">Best time to visit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#stay\"><strong>Places to stay in Agumbe<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"things\"><strong>Things to do in Agumbe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/shimoga\/car-rental?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Agumbe.webp\" alt=\"Things to do in Agumbe\" class=\"wp-image-37647\" width=\"837\" height=\"632\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The tourism here involves a lot of <strong>exciting activities<\/strong> and <strong>things to do<\/strong> within the <strong>Agumbe rainforest area<\/strong>. With an all-natural environment, you have plenty of options for <strong>hiking, trekking, camping, forest exploration, <\/strong>and <strong>bird watching.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Waterfall hopping.<\/strong> Other than the popular Agumbe waterfalls, there are many other scenic falls nearby that you cannot miss. Within 50KM of Agumbe, there are <strong>three more waterfalls<\/strong> you can visit \u2013 <strong>Kudlu Theertha, Jomlu Theertha, and Kunchikal Falls.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Drive through the Agumbe ghat road.<\/strong> This ghat is famous for winding routes with hairpin bends, that spiral to the highest point. At every turn, you can enjoy stunning views of the hills on the Western Ghats on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other. Stop by for photo ops or stop over at camping grounds to enjoy the natural environment.<\/li><li><strong>Experience trekking.<\/strong> The Kundadri hills near Agumbe is a popular spot among trekkers and hikers. The trek base is situated about 12 km from Thirthahalli. The distance from Agumbe to Thirthahalli is about 32KM. The trek route covers ancient Jain temples, lush tropical forests of the Western Ghats, and stunning views of sunsets. The route spans 14KM both ways and takes about 12-14 hours.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Experience homestays.<\/strong> The house from <strong>Malgudi Days<\/strong> is the most popular homestay here. But there are also quite a few of them scattered throughout and the nearby villages. You can get a taste of the culture and the way of life along with home-cooked food and interaction with the hosts and the residents.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"places\"><strong>Places to visit in Agumbe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rich in <strong>natural wonders<\/strong> set in a <strong>scenic landscape<\/strong>, Agumbe offers a host of sites to <strong>visit<\/strong> and <strong>explore<\/strong>. Check out these <strong>most-frequented places to visit<\/strong> <strong>here<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Jogigundi Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/SaurabhSawant_Jogigundi_Agumbe_2015_IMG_4338-1.jpg\" alt=\"Jogigundi Falls in Agumbe\" class=\"wp-image-12345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/SaurabhSawant_Jogigundi_Agumbe_2015_IMG_4338-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/SaurabhSawant_Jogigundi_Agumbe_2015_IMG_4338-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/SaurabhSawant_Jogigundi_Agumbe_2015_IMG_4338-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Jogigundi Falls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach <\/strong>\u2013 The famous falls lies at 4KM from the town bus station. You can take the local bus or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/shimoga\/book-taxi\">book a cab<\/a> to travel and then trek for 1KM to reach the falls.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong> &#8211; 6AM-5PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong> &#8211; Free<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong> &#8211; 2-3 Hours<\/li><li><strong>Tips<\/strong> &#8211; You can take a dip in the natural pool at the bottom of the falls or hike through the adjacent wooded areas. The best time to visit the falls is right after the monsoon when the water level is higher.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Agumbe Sunset View Point<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The sunset point is located on Udupi-Agumbe Road, 3KM from the town bus station and a 15-minute walk from Agumbe village. You can take the local bus or book a cab or walk up to the point.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong> &#8211; 6AM-6PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee <\/strong>&#8211; Free<\/li><li><strong>Time<\/strong> Required &#8211; 1-2 hours<\/li><li><strong>Tips <\/strong>&#8211; The best time to visit is from November to January when the sky is clear and you can see the Arabian coast from the hilltop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Barkana Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach <\/strong>\u2013 The waterfall area is located at 7KM from the Agumbe bus station. You can take the local bus or book a cab to reach.<\/li><li><strong>Timings <\/strong>&#8211; 7AM-5PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong> &#8211; INR200 for a permit from Forest Department.<\/li><li><strong>Time Required <\/strong>&#8211; 3-4 Hours<\/li><li><strong>Tips<\/strong> &#8211; If you visit during the monsoon you should see the falls in full vigour. You better be aware of the slippery roads and overgrown forests.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Onake Abbi Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1280px-Onake_Abbi_Falls-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1280px-Onake_Abbi_Falls-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1280px-Onake_Abbi_Falls-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1280px-Onake_Abbi_Falls-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/1280px-Onake_Abbi_Falls.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 This waterfall lies at 8KM from Agumbe bus station. You can take the local bus or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/shimoga\/book-taxi\">book a cab<\/a> to reach the nearest road and then trek for 5-6KM to reach the falls.<\/li><li><strong>Timings <\/strong>&#8211; 7AM-5PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong> &#8211; Free<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong> &#8211; 3-4 Hours<\/li><li><strong>Tips<\/strong> &#8211; Explore the surrounding jungles to spot Sambhar, mouse deer, and civet cats.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"near\"><strong>Places to visit nearby<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/16017939927_c34d9d77ff_k-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"Travel Guide - Agumbe\" class=\"wp-image-12346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/16017939927_c34d9d77ff_k-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/16017939927_c34d9d77ff_k-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/16017939927_c34d9d77ff_k-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/16017939927_c34d9d77ff_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>View from Sunset Point<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from the <strong>popular tourist places<\/strong>, also include these scenic locales in your <strong>sightseeing itinerary <\/strong>\u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Gopalkrishna Temple<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The historical temple is located in Kabbinale village, 25KM from the Agumbe bus station. You can take the local bus, book a cab or rent a car for the day to travel and return.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong> &#8211; 7am-7PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee <\/strong>&#8211; Free<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong> &#8211; 2-3 Hours<\/li><li><strong>Tips<\/strong> &#8211; Visit during September and March for comfortable travel since the temple sits on a hill and is only accessible on foot.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach <\/strong>\u2013 The wildlife sanctuary lies at 21KM from Agumbe village. You can book a cab or rent a car for the day to travel and return.<\/li><li><strong>Timings <\/strong>&#8211; 6AM-6PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee <\/strong>&#8211; INR 200 (adults), INR 100(children)<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong> &#8211; 4-5 Hours<\/li><li><strong>Tips<\/strong> &#8211; You can explore the Sitanadi Nature Camp or try rafting on the Sita River on your trip.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Agumbe Travel vlog | Episode 1 |Bengaluru to Agumbe\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WRJFp9PKnCU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption><strong> Video Credits &#8211; Curator Cast <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat\"><strong>Places to eat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Agumbe itself doesn\u2019t have any food options but the <strong>nearby highways<\/strong> and <strong>towns<\/strong> have <strong>local diners<\/strong> and <strong>eateries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can try these <strong>restaurants<\/strong> for a quick bite \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hotel Maurya<\/li><li>Shree Ganesh Grand Vegetarian Restaurant<\/li><li>Hotel Guru Prasad<\/li><li>Hotel Taj<\/li><li>Brundavan Garden Restaurant<\/li><li>Sri Shabari Grand<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"about\"><strong>About Agumbe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"995\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11732812444_2024703ff2_b.jpg\" alt=\"Travel Guide Agumbe\" class=\"wp-image-12342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11732812444_2024703ff2_b.jpg 995w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11732812444_2024703ff2_b-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11732812444_2024703ff2_b-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11732812444_2024703ff2_b-200x125.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 995px) 100vw, 995px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Agumbe lies in the <strong>southwestern part of the state<\/strong>, about <strong>98KM<\/strong> from <strong>Mangalore<\/strong>, <strong>357KM from Bangalore<\/strong>, and<strong> 55KM off the Arabian Sea coast<\/strong>. The highest point of the<strong> Agumbe hills <\/strong>rises to <strong>2700ft. <\/strong>The highlight of of this mystical place is its <strong>five prominent waterfalls<\/strong> &#8211; T<strong>he Kudlu Theertha Falls, Kunchikal, Barkana, Onake Abbi, and Jogigundi Falls,<\/strong> which collectively define its real beauty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">[Also Read:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/10-incredible-places-to-visit-this-monsoon\/\"> 10 Incredible Places to Visit this Monsoon<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why\"><strong>Why is Agumbe called Cobra Capital?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"934\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/photo-1625060958567-8ceab8fb0104.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/photo-1625060958567-8ceab8fb0104.jpg 934w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/photo-1625060958567-8ceab8fb0104-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/photo-1625060958567-8ceab8fb0104-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/photo-1625060958567-8ceab8fb0104-200x125.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 934px) 100vw, 934px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The forests here are known to be home to a <strong>huge population of cobras<\/strong> and <strong>other rare species<\/strong> of<strong> tropical snakes.<\/strong> That is why it is also called the <strong>Cobra Capital of India.<\/strong> However, despite such a high number of <strong>poisonous snakes<\/strong>, the<strong> human-snake confrontation<\/strong> is very <strong>rare<\/strong>. Apart from<strong> King cobras<\/strong>, there are also other <strong>seasonal insects and worms<\/strong> like <strong>leeches, various kinds of beetles, earthworms, and more<\/strong>, which frequent the <strong>natural habitat <\/strong>in the monsoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"facts\"><strong>Interesting Facts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The hill station of Agumbe has connections to <strong>modern Indian pop culture.<\/strong> For those who have grown up in the <strong>80s<\/strong>, they would surely remember the popular TV series- <strong>Malgudi Days<\/strong>. Trivia is, that the <strong>fictional town<\/strong> in the show (and the eponymous novel by R.K. Narayan) is base popular TV series- <strong>Malgudi Days<\/strong>. Trivia is, that the <strong>fictional town<\/strong> in the show (and the eponymous novel by R.K. Narayan) is based somewhat on <strong>Agumbe<\/strong>. Many scenes were shot within and around the town. The<strong> \u2018Big House\u2019<\/strong> featured in the story is a<strong> real-life establishment<\/strong> and is believed to be <strong>100-year-old.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another interesting fact about this place lies in its <strong>natural reserve<\/strong>. Many <strong>medicinal plants<\/strong> and <strong>fungi<\/strong> have been only discovered and the species are named \u201c<strong>Agumbensis<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">[Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/offbeat-getaways-for-book-lovers\/\">5 Must-Visit Offbeat Getaways for Book Lovers<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plan\"><strong>How to Plan a Trip to Agumbe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reach\"><strong>How to reach Agumbe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Roads_of_Agumbe-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Agumbe roads\" class=\"wp-image-12348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Roads_of_Agumbe-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Roads_of_Agumbe-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Roads_of_Agumbe-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Roads_of_Agumbe-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Train<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is<strong> no rail connectivity to Agumbe.<\/strong> The nearest railhead is in <strong>Udupi<\/strong>, 54KM away. You can get public transport like a local bus or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/udupi\/book-taxi?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\">book a cab from <strong>Udupi<\/strong><\/a> to reach <strong>Agumbe<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Road<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Agumbe is <strong>well-connected<\/strong> to major cities and towns in Karnataka, like <strong>Bangalore, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi, and Chikmagalur. <\/strong>There are <strong>regular state-run<\/strong> and <strong>private buses<\/strong> from these cities to Agumbe. The best alternative to reach here by road is to book an outstation cab or rent a private car from these above places and drive to Agumbe via <strong>NH 75 and NH 48.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Flight<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is <strong>no flight<\/strong> service directly to Agumbe. The nearest airport is in <strong>Mangalore<\/strong>, about 95KM away. Mangalore is well-connected to<strong> all major cities and towns in South India and other states<\/strong>. You can fly to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/mangalore\/airport-taxi?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mangalore and then book an airport taxi to reach Agumbe<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"time\"><strong>Best time to visit Agumbe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Being in an <strong>evergreen landscap<\/strong>e, the weather here is defined as<strong> sub-tropical humid. <\/strong>Although <strong>monsoon<\/strong> is the time when the entire region becomes <strong>denser, greener, and mistier,<\/strong> it is safe to avoid the<strong> rainy season<\/strong> since the soil is loose and the forests and nearby villages are often flooded. <strong>Winters<\/strong> <strong>are very chilly and cold<\/strong> and <strong>summers are hot and humid<\/strong>. So, the best time to explore is between<strong> November and February,<\/strong> when the weather is <strong>pleasant and dry.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hotels\"><strong>Best Agumbe Hotels and Resorts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most resorts and hotels here are scattered around <strong>Shimoga<\/strong> and <strong>Udupi<\/strong>. Check out these hotels and resorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Kanaka Heritage<\/li><li>Seethanadi Nature Camp<\/li><li>Belachikatte Homestay<\/li><li>Kolavera Heritage<\/li><li>Muduvalli Heritage Homestay<\/li><li>Tinton Resort &amp; Water Park<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> Witness the <strong>beauty of Agumbe <\/strong>by booking a car rental to take you to all these places with a <strong>local driver<\/strong>. Install <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/\">Savaari<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.savaari.app&amp;hl=en_IN&amp;gl=US\"> cab booking app<\/a> for <strong>offers<\/strong> and <strong>discounts<\/strong> on outstation rentals.  &nbsp;  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more such <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-bangalore-by-road\/\">places to visit near Bangalore<\/a>, you can read our elaborate travel guide.    <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Agumbe is a rainforest hub in the Shimoga district of Karnataka. It is the last surviving rainforest of India. 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