Overview
Tucked deep inside the lush Western Ghats of Karnataka, Sakleshpur is one of the most beautiful yet underrated monsoon destinations in South India. This weekend getaway takes you to a hidden village surrounded by misty hills, dense forests, secret waterfalls, and breathtaking viewpoints that come alive during the rains.
During monsoon, Sakleshpur transforms into a green paradise — rolling grasslands covered in mist, rivers flowing with fresh mountain water, and hidden trails leading to waterfalls that very few travelers know about. This trip is designed to give you the authentic village experience, where you stay in a cozy homestay, enjoy fresh homemade Malnad food, and spend time soaking in the peaceful countryside vibes.
The adventure begins with scenic drives through the Western Ghats followed by visits to hidden waterfalls and viewpoints that offer stunning views of endless green valleys. One of the highlights of the trip is a secret off-road jeep ride through muddy forest trails and remote hill tracks — an adventure that adds thrill to the monsoon experience.
You’ll also enjoy rain games in the grasslands, refreshing river baths, misty sunrise views, and a relaxed village stay surrounded by nature. The trip ends with a visit to the historic Manjarabad Fort, a unique star-shaped fort built during Tipu Sultan’s time, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
If you are looking for a perfect monsoon weekend getaway from Mangalore, this Sakleshpur trip offers the ideal mix of hidden nature spots, adventure, village life, waterfalls, and unforgettable monsoon landscapes.
Detailed Itinerary
| Day | Date | Itinerary | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 13, 2026 | Sakleshpur | |
| 6:00 AM | Start From Mangalore | ||
| On the way Breakfast | |||
| Visit Sakleshpur Viewpoint 1 | |||
| Reach Homestay and Lunch | |||
| Waterfall 1 Visit | |||
| Rain games and activities in the grassland | |||
| Back to stay and River Bath ( Based on time ) | |||
| Campfire and Dinner | |||
| 2 | June 14, 2026 | N/A | |
| Morning In Jeep Visit Viewpoint 3 (Optional) | |||
| Breakfast | |||
| River bath / Relax at the village-side homestay | |||
| Check out. | |||
| Visit Waterfall 2 | |||
| Lunch on the way to Manjrabad Fort | |||
| Explore Manjarabad Fort | |||
| 9:00 PM | Drop at Mangalore Railway Station |
Note:
- Book a train that reaches before 5:30 AM to Mangalore Central or Mangalore Junction Railway station
- Book Return train only after 10:00 PM
- Train Recommendations -Towards Mangalore Junction
- Rajdhani Exp (12431) -Friday 14:40 – Thiruvananthapuram Central (TVC) - 01:45 Mangalore Jn
- Okha Exp (16338)-Friday20:25Ern Jn -  04:10 Mangalore Jn
- Train Recommendations -Towards Ernakulam Side
- Mangala LKSDP Exp (12618) – Sunday22:40 Mangalore Jn – 07:30 Ern Jn
Package Inclusions
- Day 1: Lunch, Dinner
- Day 2: Breakfast
- Â Transportation: Non-AC Tempo Traveller / Minibus (based on number of participants)
- Accommodation: Homestay – 6 sharing room
- Games and Activities Charges
Package Exclusions
- Offroad jeep charges
- Day 1 Breakfast, Day 2 Dinner, Tea and Coffee Charges
- Entry tickets
- Any personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages, non-alcoholic beverages, and tips
- Any incidental and other expenses which are not specified in the inclusions.
- Any sports activities other than the itinerary
Offroad jeep charges
1. Off-Road Jeep drive to Viewpoint 2 (cost can be shared among participants (approx. ₹80–₹90 per person))
2. Day 2 Morning In jeep Visit Viewpoint 3 (Those who feel like exploring the Viewpoint can hire a vehicle and divide the rate among themself 80-90 can come max, others can do river bath/ games in the property or can take a rest)
Fees
₹3,800.00
Available Seats: 10
Payment Plan
| Payment dates | Amount |
| At the time of Registration | ₹ 2,280 |
| Before May 10, 2026 | ₹ 1,520 |
| Total Amount | ₹ 3,800 |
Cancellation Fee
A participant will be refunded his/her paid fees after deducting the following cancellation fees.
|
Day of Cancellation |
Cancellation Fees |
| Before 20 days of camp start |
₹2000 |
| Before 15 days of camp start |
₹2800 |
| Before 07 days from camp start date |
₹3200 |
| Within 7 days from camp start date |
₹3800 |
- Alternatively, a registered participant may transfer his/her registration to a friend without any cancellation fee.
- In case of cancellation of the program due to any gov restrictions due to COVID/ Weather, an alternate date will be provided for the same trip and no refund for that.
- In case you are not able to join the trek on the new dates, either you can send a replacement ( Without any additional cost) / You can opt for Wallet transfer,
- What is Wallet Transfer ?: The amount will move to LGFC Wallet and you can use that for any other trip. ( 3% fee will be deducted as movement charges) . Strictly there won’t be any refund to a bank account.
- Wallet transfer is applicable only for the case when a participant won’t be able to join the new date on a postponed trip due to Pandemic / Weather situations
- The wallet transfer offer will only be one time , when the new date is announced. Further changes will be counted as normal cancellations and will be as per cancellation policy.
- Installments are to be paid before the due dates.
- In case when 2 or more installments are pending after the due date, the order will be auto-cancelled.
- There will be no refund in case of auto cancellation due to nonpayment of installments.
WHY WITH US?
- Budget-Friendly: You will get a perfect escape from the urban life in a safe and offbeat location with small group size
- Food prepared in safe conditions: We believe that for a traveler, food is one of the most important things during their journey. We provide the best nutritious food as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Not just sightseeing, many more things to learn and experience: We are not just providing sightseeing. Our Camp navigator/local guide will share the details of the place, flora, fauna history, stories with you.
- Well Experienced Local Guide and Support Staff
- Plan beyond the Itinerary: In case if you want to extend the trip, we are there to help you by finding Stay contact and transportation, Talk to the coordinator of LetsGoForACampÂ
VALUES WE FOLLOW
- Eco-friendly products.
- Minimizing plastic waste.
- Hiring local guides.
- Contributing to the local economy.
- Proper disposal of waste generated.
- Concept of responsible traveler.
FAQs
Following are the list of things that are recommended to be carried for this trip
- Dresses –
- Carry comfortable dresses
- For outdoors its is better to avoid jeans as it might get too heavy if wet
- Sandals with good grip
- Please avoid high heeled sandals , as they have a risk of falling when doing hiking
- Plastic bag for carrying back any wet clothes
- Raincoats / Ponchos
- This would ensure that you wont lose the fun , even if it rains
- Water bottles
- We recommend using reusable waterbottles
- Leach Socks
- You may order leach socks on Amazon . You may check this sample item. or order a similar one.
- You may also make a leach socks at home. Follow this blog in malayalam about this. Don’t use jeans material as in the demo , you may use a decent cotton pants for this instead.
- A small bag to carry raincoat , waterbottle , snacks , etc.
- Medicines
- Carry all your daily use medicines
- Carry medcines for any ailments or allergies you have faced
- Energizers and Snacks
- Energinzers such as chocolate , peanut bars , dry fruits will give quick energy especially when walking
- Snacks – light and non oily snacks would be good
- Toiletries
- There wont be any tolietries that would be provided at the stay
- Towel
- We wont be providing towels at the stay.
- Other personal items
- Carry sufficient hard cash
- Don’t carry expensive jewelleries , etc
- [Optional] Jackets/ Sweatshirts / Scarf
- Carry these if you are prone to cold
