Kolavara Estate Homestay

Kolavara Heritage Homestay in Thirthahalli

Heritage Homestay, as the name says it's a testimony for the heritage style hospitality of malnad region. The homestay is located in the green destination and is must visit place for those looking for a peaceful getaway from the hectic and mechanical work-life in cities. Nature-loving tourists have come for a night stay and has extended for a long duration.

Come and witness the beauty of nature by taking a free quote and reserving your holiday dates online.

Here’s a 2-day itinerary for exploring places around Kolavara Homestay, Thirthahalli, covering nature, history, and spiritual sites.

Day 1: Nature & Adventure

Morning

• 8:00 AM – Breakfast at Kolavara Homestay

• 9:00 AM – Kavaledurga Fort (25 km, ~45 min drive)

  • Trek to the majestic ruins of this fort surrounded by lush greenery (~2-hour visit)

• 11:30 AM – Chibbalagudde Fish Sanctuary & Sri Siddhivinayaka Temple (15 km, ~30 min drive)

  • Feed the sacred fishes and visit the temple (~30 min visit)

Afternoon

• 1:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant in Thirthahalli

• 2:30 PM – Agumbe Rainforest & Sunset Viewpoint (35 km, ~1-hour drive)

  • Visit the Agumbe Rainforest Research Station (optional)

  • Enjoy a spectacular sunset from Agumbe Viewpoint (~1-hour visit)

Evening

• 5:30 PM – Sirimane Falls (30 km, ~45 min drive from Agumbe)

  • Relax by the scenic waterfall (~45 min visit)

• 7:00 PM – Return to Kolavara Homestay

• 8:00 PM – Dinner & relax

Day 2: Heritage & Spirituality

Morning

• 7:30 AM – Breakfast at Kolavara Homestay

• 8:30 AM – Kuppalli – Kuvempu’s House & Museum (15 km, ~30 min drive)

  • Visit the house of Karnataka’s greatest poet, Kuvempu (~1-hour visit)

• 10:30 AM – Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary (16 km, ~30 min drive)

  • Watch migratory birds (Best season: June–October) (~30 min visit)

Afternoon

• 12:30 PM – Lunch at Thirthahalli

• 2:00 PM – Sakkarebayalu Elephant Camp (35 km, ~45 min drive)

  • Watch elephants being bathed and trained (~1-hour visit)

Evening

• 4:00 PM – Sringeri Sharada Peetham (50 km, ~1.5-hour drive)

  • Explore the ancient temple town by the Tunga River (~1.5-hour visit)

• 6:30 PM – Return to Kolavara Homestay

• 8:00 PM – Dinner & relax

FACT SHEET: 

Stay Heritage Rooms on Double Sharing and Multiple Sharing Available. Heritage Property with Swimming Pool amidst Areca Plantations. You will be welcomed by a lot of Heritage Furniture and Architecture. 

Food: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Veg and Non-Veg Served). Fixed Menu is served for the meals and breakfast. 

Activity: Campfire in the evening and a short trek in the morning. Indoor & Outdoor Games are available. Swimming Pool in the Property. 

For those who are interested to do trekking, there is a hillock called Navilukallu and it's best to trek in the early morning. 

You can visit a near-by short trekking spot called as Navilukallu Gudda. The homestay can organize a free trek trip to the hillock. 

TIPS TO TRAVELERS: 

• As the location is interior in a village you need to be aware that no supermarket or restaurants available at a close-by distance.
• You have to go to Thirthahalli town at 14 Kms for this requirement.
• Carry sufficient medicines as there are no medical shops at walkable distance. 
• Please carry your ID proof for check-in to the homestay. 
• Loud music is not allowed owing to the Eco sensitivity of the area. 
• Entering the forest during Day or Night time without prior permission from the Forest Department is illegal. 

The heritage homestay is located near Kuppalli. You can cover Kuppalli, Sringeri, Thirthahalli, and Agumbe sightseeing places by staying here. The homestay is best suitable for family vacations with little activities like campfire and indoor and sports activities. There is short complimentary trekking organized for all room guests from the homestay to a nearby mountain.