What to expect
Highlights
- The summit views over the Western Ghats.
- A varied trail through shola forest and grassland.
- The Nalknad Palace trailhead at the base.
Tadiandamol
Tadiandamol, at about 1,748 m, is the highest peak in Kodagu and the third-highest in Karnataka, rising near Kakkabe in the south of the district. It is the most popular trek in Coorg — a roughly half-day climb through coffee estates, dense shola forest and open rolling grassland.
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Typetrek
Nearest baseKakkabe
DistrictKodagu
Best timeOctober to February, in clear, cool…
Time neededA half to full day for the trek
EntryNominal
Places to visit4→The summit gives sweeping views across the Western Ghats, on clear days as far as the Arabian Sea horizon. The historic Nalknad Palace sits at the base and is the usual starting point.
Getting there
How to visit
- Near Kakkabe, about 35–40 km from Madikeri; drive to the Nalknad Palace / Kakkabe trailhead and climb from there.
- The round trek takes most of a day; a local guide is recommended and forest rules may require permits.
Distance by road
- Mysuru120 km
- Bengaluru260 km
- Mangaluru135 km
- Kannur115 km
- Ooty210 km
Road km to Kodagu; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February, in clear, cool weather. Avoid the peak monsoon when the trail is slippery and leech-ridden.
Weather in TadiandamolSeasonal guide
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Today at Tadiandamol
Sunrise6:17 am
Sunset6:38 pm
Golden hour best light5:38 pm–6:38 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:38 pm–7:03 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 278°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 74%
South-west monsoon. June to September brings heavy rain to Karnataka. Trails, falls and ghat roads can be slippery, swollen or closed at short notice, and forest departments sometimes suspend access. Check locally on the day before you travel.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- Carry water, food and rain cover; start early, and use a guide as the grassland can be disorienting in mist.
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Top experiences around Kakkabe
3 more places around Kakkabe, each worth a day of its own.
waterfallChelavara Falls
7.2 km · ~18 min by auto
A cascade on a tributary of the Kaveri near Cheyyandane, close to Kakkabe, tumbling over a broad rock face; a short walk from the road (the descent to the base is often restricted), it is best just after the monsoon.
templePadi Igguthappa Temple
8.3 km · ~14 min by cab
The most important temple of the Kodava people, near Kakkabe, dedicated to Igguthappa (a form of Subramanya/Kartikeya); a Kerala-influenced shrine that is the focus of the community’s Kailpodh and other festivals.
heritageNalknad Palace
10.5 km · ~17 min by cab
A 1792 palace of the Kodagu (Haleri) kings tucked among coffee estates at the foot of Tadiandamol near Kakkabe, its wooden halls painted with faded murals; it was the last refuge of the Kodagu royals before the British annexation.
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Tadiandamol — at a glance
TimingsStart at dawn for the day trek
Best timeOctober to February; avoid peak monsoon
Entry: Nominal; guide charges extra
Getting here
How to reach Tadiandamol
Nalknad Palace / Kakkabe trailhead, ~35–40 km from Madikeri
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Tadiandamol is easier to reach than to leave. We do not publish departure times: there is no official live feed we are permitted to republish, and a wrong time here would strand you. Check the operator directly on the day.
- KSRTC — the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries. Online booking.
- Indian Railways — live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Tadiandamol
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Tadiandamol
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Tadiandamol — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Tadiandamol?
October to February, in clear, cool weather. Avoid the peak monsoon when the trail is slippery and leech-ridden.
What are the entry fee and timings at Tadiandamol?
Entry: Nominal; guide charges extra. Timings: Start at dawn for the day trek.
How do I reach Tadiandamol?
Near Kakkabe, about 35–40 km from Madikeri; drive to the Nalknad Palace / Kakkabe trailhead and climb from there. The round trek takes most of a day; a local guide is recommended and forest rules may require permits.
How much time do I need for Tadiandamol?
A half to full day for the trek.
What else is near Tadiandamol?
Nearby you can pair Chelavara Falls (7.2 km), Padi Igguthappa Temple (8.3 km), Nalknad Palace (10.5 km), Bhagamandala (20.3 km).
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- Tadiandamol:Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0