Bangalore to Sakleshpur Tempo Traveller — Group Travel to the Malenadu Coffee Country
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Places to Visit in Sakleshpur
Manjarabad Fort
Built by Tipu Sultan in 1792 in a distinctive eight pointed star shape, Manjarabad Fort sits on a hilltop about nine kilometres from Sakleshpur town and is the single most photographed landmark on this route. The unusual geometry was designed for artillery defence, and the climb up a short flight of steps opens onto sweeping views of coffee plantations, paddy fields, and the misty ridgelines of the Western Ghats on a clear morning. On monsoon days the fort disappears into cloud cover, which locals consider the best time to visit despite the reduced visibility, since the fort seems to float above a sea of fog. Entry is inexpensive and the visit itself takes under an hour, making it an easy first stop after checking into a homestay.
Manjarabad Fort
Built by Tipu Sultan in 1792 in a distinctive eight pointed star shape, Manjarabad Fort sits on a hilltop about nine kilometres from Sakleshpur town and is the single most photographed landmark on this route. The unusual geometry was designed for artillery defence, and the climb up a short flight of steps opens onto sweeping views of coffee plantations, paddy fields, and the misty ridgelines of the Western Ghats on a clear morning. On monsoon days the fort disappears into cloud cover, which locals consider the best time to visit despite the reduced visibility, since the fort seems to float above a sea of fog. Entry is inexpensive and the visit itself takes under an hour, making it an easy first stop after checking into a homestay.
Bisle Ghat Viewpoint
About 25 kilometres from Sakleshpur, the Bisle Ghat viewpoint sits inside a reserve forest at the meeting point of the Hassan, Kodagu, and Dakshina Kannada districts, and the watchtower here delivers one of the most dramatic panoramas in this part of the Ghats, layer upon layer of forested hills stretching toward the coast. The drive down to Bisle passes through dense shola forest and coffee estates, and the area is known among birdwatchers for hornbills and other Western Ghats endemics. Early morning visits before the mist burns off are the most rewarding, and the spot works well as a half day excursion combined with a stop at a nearby waterfall on the way back.
Shettihalli Rosary Church
Also known as the floating or submerged church, the Shettihalli Rosary Church is a roofless 19th century structure that sits inside the backwaters of the Hemavathi reservoir. Built by French missionaries and abandoned when the dam submerged the surrounding village, the church re-emerges from the water every summer once the reservoir level drops, and stands partly flooded for the rest of the year, giving it an eerie, almost cinematic quality that has made it one of the most shared travel photographs from this route. The best time to see it fully exposed is between March and June, while the monsoon and post-monsoon months show only the upper arches above the waterline.
Magajahalli and Kadumane Waterfalls
Sakleshpur's coffee estate belt hides several seasonal waterfalls, and Magajahalli and Kadumane are the two most visited, both tucked inside working coffee plantations a short drive from town. Magajahalli cascades over a series of rock steps and is easiest to reach right after the monsoon when the flow is strongest, while Kadumane sits deeper inside estate land and usually needs a local guide or estate permission to access safely. Neither fall is heavily commercialised, so visitors get a quieter, more natural experience than at larger tourist waterfalls elsewhere in Karnataka, though footwear with good grip is essential since the rocks stay slippery through most of the year.
Hemavathi Dam and Backwaters
The Hemavathi dam and its backwaters are what create the flooded look around Shettihalli church, and the reservoir itself is worth a stop for the wide, calm water framed by low hills. Boating is occasionally available depending on the season and local operators, and the drive along the dam road offers several spots to pull over for photographs of the sunset reflecting off the water. The reservoir also irrigates much of the farmland between Hassan and Sakleshpur, so the surrounding villages have a distinctly green, well-watered character compared to the drier plains closer to Bangalore.
Belur Chennakeshava Temple
About 40 kilometres from Sakleshpur, Belur's Chennakeshava Temple is one of the finest surviving examples of Hoysala architecture, built in 1117 CE to commemorate a military victory and covered almost entirely in intricate stone carvings of dancers, musicians, mythological scenes, and detailed friezes that run the length of the outer walls. The temple remains an active place of worship, and a guided walk around the base with a temple appointed guide, who points out specific bracket figures and narrative panels, adds considerably to the visit. Most Bangalore to Sakleshpur cab itineraries pair Belur with Halebeedu on the same day since the two towns sit only 16 kilometres apart.
Halebeedu Hoysaleswara Temple
Once the capital of the Hoysala Empire, Halebeedu is home to the twin shrined Hoysaleswara Temple, widely regarded as the pinnacle of Hoysala stone carving. Every wall of the temple is layered with rows of sculpted elephants, floral motifs, and Hindu mythological scenes carved into soft soapstone that has retained astonishing detail across nine centuries. Unlike Belur, this temple no longer holds regular worship, which means visitors can move around the entire structure at a slower pace to study the carvings without the crowd management seen at active shrines, making it a favourite stop for photographers and history enthusiasts alike.
Sakleshpur Green Route Railway Trek
The abandoned Kukke Subramanya to Sakleshpur railway trek, popularly called the Green Route, passes through more than fifty tunnels and bridges cut through dense rainforest and is one of the most sought after monsoon treks in South India. Permits are required and are managed through the local forest department, and the trek is typically done over two days with a night halt inside one of the tunnels or nearby camps. While this is a more adventurous addition to a standard sightseeing itinerary, several travellers extend their Sakleshpur cab booking specifically to fit in this trek, particularly between July and September when the waterfalls along the route are at their fullest.
Distance
220 km
One way
Time
5 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 11500
Plus GST
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About the Bangalore - Sakleshpur route
Bangalore
Where Your Journey Starts
Kunigal
75 Km
Channarayapatna
140 Km
Hassan
180 Km
Sakleshpur
220 Km
Bangalore
Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.
Kunigal
Milk and Ghee Country
Roughly seventy five kilometres into the journey, Kunigal is best known across Karnataka for its dairy cooperative and locally made ghee, and roadside shops selling fresh milk sweets and clarified butter are a common sight along this stretch of highway. The town also sits near the historic Kunigal Lake, once used for horse breeding during the Mysore Wodeyar era, though most travellers on a cab booking simply pass through without stopping unless they specifically want to pick up local dairy products for the rest of the trip. The road through Kunigal remains a comfortable four lane highway, and this stretch is typically covered quickly, making it a good midpoint marker for gauging whether the trip is on schedule for a late morning arrival in Sakleshpur.
Channarayapatna
Toll Plaza and Junction Town
Channarayapatna sits at an important junction where the road toward Belur and Halebeedu branches off from the main NH75 corridor, making it a useful decision point for travellers who want to visit the Hoysala temples on the way to Sakleshpur rather than on the return leg. The town has a toll plaza along the highway and a cluster of decent roadside restaurants that make it a sensible lunch stop for those who started early from Bangalore. Because of its position as a junction, Channarayapatna sees a steady mix of through traffic and local vehicles turning off toward the temple towns, so drivers usually allow a little extra time here during weekends and festival periods when the Belur-Halebeedu route sees heavier tourist traffic.
Hassan
Gateway to Hoysala Heritage
Hassan is the largest town on this route and functions as the practical base for exploring the Hoysala temples at Belur and Halebeedu, both under an hour's drive away. The town itself has a comfortable mix of hotels, fuel stations, and multi-cuisine restaurants, making it a natural overnight halt for travellers who prefer splitting the Bangalore to Sakleshpur trip across two days instead of driving straight through. From Hassan, the remaining forty five kilometres to Sakleshpur begin to climb noticeably, with the flat agricultural land giving way to the first visible coffee estates and the temperature dropping a few degrees as the road gains elevation. Most itineraries that include Belur and Halebeedu on the way in use Hassan as the pivot point before continuing on to the hill town for the night.
Sakleshpur
Journey's End
The final stretch into Sakleshpur is the most scenic part of the entire drive, with the road winding gently through coffee and cardamom estates as the Western Ghats close in on both sides and the air turns noticeably cooler and more humid. Most cabs that leave Bangalore before seven in the morning arrive in Sakleshpur by early afternoon, leaving enough daylight for a first visit to Manjarabad Fort or a walk through a nearby coffee estate before settling into a homestay for the evening. Sakleshpur town itself is small and walkable, with most resorts and estate stays located a short drive into the surrounding hills rather than in the town centre, so many travellers arrange for the same cab to handle local sightseeing for the following one or two days rather than booking a separate local vehicle.
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Tempo Traveller Packages for the Bangalore to Sakleshpur Route
Four package structures covering the same 220 kilometre route, differing in vehicle class, schedule and billing format.
Corporate Package
Sakleshpur is the most-requested destination for Bengaluru team offsites, and this package is built for it. GST invoice against your PO, Proforma Invoice at quote stage, 30-day credit terms for registered accounts, and consolidated monthly billing for companies running several outings a year. Executive-class 17 or 20 seater units with charging points at every row, a driver who reports to your designated coordinator, and multi-vehicle convoys for headcounts above 26. For requirements beyond a single trip, our corporate travels division handles annual contracts on the same fleet.
Family Package
For multi-generational groups of ten to eighteen doing Manjarabad, Sakleshwara Temple, an estate walk and Agni Gudda at an unhurried pace. Wide-door 14 seater with lower step height, flexible halt timing so elderly members are not rushed, generous luggage space, and an itinerary built around homestay meal times rather than a fixed clock. The two-night, three-day format is what most families choose and it is the most-booked bangalore to sakleshpur tempo traveller package we run.
Budget Package
For student groups, trekking clubs and first-jobber friend circles where the per-head number decides whether the trip happens. Standard AC 12 or 17 seater, efficient two-day format, value-for-money highway meal halts. Filling the vehicle is what makes this work: a fully occupied 17 seater brings the per-person round-trip cost below a private sleeper bus ticket, with the vehicle available to you at Bisle and the trailheads.
Luxury Package
Maharaja-configuration tempo traveller with recliner seats, reading lights, LED entertainment, curtains and a cooler box. Suited to senior travellers, wedding guest groups heading to estate venues around Sakleshpur, and clients booking premium plantation resorts who want the drive to match. To go a step further, the Force Urbania with its higher roof and premium cabin is the natural upgrade on this route.
Our Services from Bangalore and Mysore
Tejas Tours and Travels operates a full ground-transport fleet out of both Bengaluru and Mysuru. Every service listed here is available on the Sakleshpur corridor and on every other outstation route we cover.
For smaller parties, our premium car rentals in Bangalore cover sedans, SUVs and luxury cars for four to six passengers, and the Innova Hycross is our most requested seven seater for family hill trips. For groups of nine to twenty-six, the tempo traveller rent Bangalore fleet is the core of what we do, with the Force Urbania rent Bangalore range covering luxury van requirements.
Larger groups move to our mini bus in Bangalore fleet for 21 to 35 passengers, or to full-size bus rental in Bangalore for 35 to 55. For premium long-distance group travel we operate a dedicated Volvo luxury bus fleet with pushback seating and onboard entertainment.
Beyond leisure travel, we run corporate travels Bangalore contracts for IT and manufacturing clients, airport transfer Bangalore services with live flight tracking for Kempegowda airport taxi pickups, structured employee transportation services Bangalore covering night shift cab service and tech park routes, and safe school transportation services for daily school bus service, excursions and college trip bus rental.
Our outstation cabs Bangalore division handles every long-distance vehicle booking including this Sakleshpur route, and our wedding car rental Bangalore service supplies decorated cars and guest-transport buses for functions across Karnataka. Tour packages for Sakleshpur, Chikmagalur, Coorg, Ooty and the wider South India circuit are available on request from both our Bengaluru and Mysuru operating bases.
Billing Details — What Is Included and What Is Extra
Twenty per cent of the total fare is payable in advance to confirm the booking. Everything below is stated in writing on your quote before you pay anything.
Included in the Quoted Fare
• Base fare and fuel charges
• Driver allowance
Excluded from the Quoted Fare
• Toll and parking charges
• Interstate tax and permit charges, where applicable
• Driver bata extra after 9:45 pm
• Final rental is calculated on total kilometres and hours, garage to garage
• GST
Please also note that passenger insurance is not covered by Tejas Tours and Travels. Travellers are advised to arrange their own travel insurance where required.
How to Book a Tempo Traveller for Hire in Bangalore — Step by Step
Booking a tempo traveller for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under five minutes. Follow these four steps.
Step 1 — Contact Tejas Travels
• Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com — available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
• Share your travel date, Bangalore pickup location (area or landmark — Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, hotel name, tech park), destination or full itinerary, number of passengers, and preferred vehicle.
• For Sakleshpur bookings, also share your homestay or resort name and location pin so we can confirm which vehicle size can reach the property on the estate approach road.
• For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number. The driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically.
• For luxury vehicles, mention the occasion — corporate, wedding, VIP event — so the team can ensure the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire.
Step 2 — Receive Your Written Quote
• Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email.
• The quote clearly itemizes every charge: vehicle hire rate (Rs per km or flat package), driver allowance, applicable toll estimates, and any interstate permit if applicable (Tamil Nadu for Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati). Sakleshpur is entirely within Karnataka, so no interstate permit applies on this route.
• No verbal-only prices. Everything is in writing before you confirm.
• For corporate clients requiring reimbursements, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage.
• If you want to compare two vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time.
Step 3 — Confirm Your Booking and Pay Advance
• Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone.
• A 20 per cent advance payment of the total fare confirms the booking.
• Payment options: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT, IMPS or RTGS bank transfer, or credit and debit card via payment link.
• Advance receipt is issued within 30 minutes.
• Confirmation includes driver name and mobile, vehicle registration, departure time, pickup location, and full billing breakdown — all in writing.
• Sakleshpur is a long-weekend destination, so fleet availability tightens sharply around public holidays, the monsoon peak in August and the December to January window. Book early for those dates.
Step 4 — Your Driver Arrives Early
• Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at your confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure.
• For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate.
• The vehicle is clean, sanitized, fuelled and ready.
• For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire.
• The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy.
• During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments and traffic navigation.
• At trip end, balance payment is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional kilometres or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate.
Quick booking: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Payment Methods — Tempo Traveller Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both the advance booking and the final settlement at trip end.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI, Amazon Pay. Fastest method with instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits.
• Bank transfer — NEFT, IMPS or RTGS. Used by corporate clients and for advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS is instant; NEFT can take up to 2 hours.
• Credit or debit card — Visa, Mastercard and RuPay, via a payment link sent to your registered mobile or email. Valid for both advance and full payment.
• Net banking — All major Indian banks, through a payment link on WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals.
• Cash — Balance accepted at trip end. The advance must be digital for booking confirmation. Receipt issued.
• Corporate credit — 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate accounts, with monthly consolidated invoicing available.
For premium and luxury vehicles, a higher advance may be required given limited Bangalore fleet availability and wedding season demand.
Cancellation Policy — Tempo Traveller Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent and tiered cancellation policy. All terms are communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
• More than 72 hours before departure — No cancellation charge. 100 per cent of the advance is refunded within 5 to 7 working days.
• 48 to 72 hours before departure — 10 per cent of the total trip fare is charged. Advance refunded less the 10 per cent deduction.
• 24 to 48 hours before departure — 25 per cent of the total trip fare is charged. Advance refunded less the 25 per cent deduction.
• 12 to 24 hours before departure — 50 per cent of the total trip fare is charged. Advance refunded less the 50 per cent deduction.
• Less than 12 hours before departure — 75 per cent of the total trip fare is charged. Minimal or no refund depending on trip value.
• No-show, vehicle deployed and client absent — 100 per cent of the total trip fare is payable. No refund.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels due to breakdown or force majeure — No charge. 100 per cent refunded within 2 working days, or a substitute vehicle is offered.
Special Cancellation Conditions
• Weddings — For Bangalore wedding hire, a minimum 7-day notice is required for a full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of the wedding date are non-refundable.
• Luxury vehicles — Minimum 5-day notice for a full refund, due to limited Bangalore fleet availability and wedding season demand.
• Peak dates — New Year, Diwali, Dasara and Bangalore long weekends require a minimum 48-hour notice for a full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
• Force majeure — Bangalore bandhs, monsoon landslides on the Ghats, traffic disruptions and road closures: 100 per cent refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
• Modifications — Date changes, vehicle upgrades and route additions with more than 24 hours notice are accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to cancel: call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to the original payment method within the stated timelines.
Refund Policy — Tempo Traveller for Rent in Bangalore
All refunds are processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund is issued unless the advance was paid in cash.
• Cancellation 72 or more hours before departure — 100 per cent of the advance paid, returned within 5 to 7 working days to the original payment instrument.
• Cancellation 48 to 72 hours before departure — Advance minus the 10 per cent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 24 to 48 hours before departure — Advance minus the 25 per cent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 12 to 24 hours before departure — Advance minus the 50 per cent charge, within 7 to 10 working days.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels — 100 per cent of the advance paid, within 2 working days on priority processing.
• Trip shortfall where actual kilometres are less than the minimum — Proportional credit on the excess, settled at trip end.
• Billing error or overcharge — Full overcharged amount, within 2 to 3 working days after verification.
• Duplicate payment — Full duplicate amount, within 2 to 3 working days after confirmation.
Refund Timelines by Payment Method
• UPI — Refunded to the UPI-linked bank account within 3 to 5 working days.
• Credit or debit card — Refunded to the originating card within 5 to 7 working days.
• Bank transfer — Refunded to the originating account within 3 to 5 working days. Account details are re-confirmed before processing.
• Cash — Refunded at the Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference, advance receipt and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
Book Your Bangalore to Sakleshpur Tempo Traveller
Tell us your travel date, group size, pickup area and homestay name, and we will send a written, itemized quote within two hours. Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 or email info@tejastravels.com. Available 24 hours, seven days a week, from both our Bengaluru and Mysuru bases.
What Our Customers Say About Our Tempo Traveller Services in Bangalore
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I had an excellent experience with Teja Travel. The vehicle was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. The driver was polite, punctual, and knew the routes perfectly, which made our trip smooth and enjoyable. Their service was professional from start to finish, and the pricing was also very reasonable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable travel vehicle services. 👍
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Bangalore to Kerala
I am Anil Nair from Souparnika Holidays Kochin Kerala. I have 2 booking for my guests in December 2025. My guests are happy with this hotel. Thanks to the entire team One Toyota etios and one traveler booked. I think they arranged cab from out side but guest happy Second vehicle is 9 seat traveler. Driver Mr Viswantha and Lakshmi supported me for complete the 8 days package. Thanks Viswa & Lakshmi.
Anil Nair
6/9/2025 Kerala
5/5
Bangalore to Mysore
Thanks a ton to Shashikala ji for booking my tempo traveller. She has cooperated from very first day and guided us through out. Secondly i thank our tempo driver Mr. Manju who was very down to earth person and co-operated with us during our whole trip. His driving skills are perfect. I wish you good luck and thank you both from bottom of my heart !!!
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6/6/2026 Mysore
5/5
Bangalore to Ooty
We had a very good experience with the traveler we booked through Tejas travels. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and our driver was polite, cooperative, and professional throughout the trip. The entire journey was smooth and hassle-free — everything went as planned without any delays or issues. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and comfortable travel experience!
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bangalore to Sakleshpur Tempo Traveller
The road distance is 220 kilometres via NH75 through Nelamangala, Kunigal, Channarayapatna and Hassan. In a tempo traveller, allow 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes including a breakfast halt at Yediyur and one comfort break. Leaving Bengaluru by 6 am makes a real difference, especially on Saturdays.
A 12 seater AC tempo traveller starts at Rs 11,500 for a two-day return itinerary. The final rental is calculated on total kilometres and hours from garage to garage. Send us your dates, group size and homestay name on WhatsApp and you will have an itemized written quote within two hours.
The quoted fare includes the base fare, fuel charges and driver allowance. Toll and parking, interstate tax where applicable, driver bata after 9:45 pm and GST are charged separately. The final rental is based on total kilometres and hours calculated garage to garage. Passenger insurance is not covered by Tejas Tours and Travels.
Twenty per cent of the total fare is payable in advance. The advance can be paid by UPI, NEFT, IMPS, RTGS or card via payment link, and a receipt is issued within 30 minutes. The balance is settled at trip end after deducting the advance.
Usually yes, but not always. Properties on the main Sakleshpur, Bisle and Hassan roads take any vehicle up to a 26 seater. Homestays two to eight kilometres inside plantations often have narrow gates, low branches and unpaved surfaces where a 12 or 14 seater is the practical limit, particularly in monsoon. Share your homestay name and location pin when you enquire and we will tell you honestly what will reach the door.
No. Sakleshpur is in Hassan district, Karnataka, the same state as Bengaluru, so no interstate permit or border tax applies on this route. Permits only come into play on routes such as Ooty in Tamil Nadu, Wayanad in Kerala or Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh.
Two nights and three days is the format that works best. Day one is the drive with a Yediyur halt and Manjarabad Fort, day two covers Bisle Ghat or a trek plus an estate walk, and day three is the return with an optional Belur, Halebidu or Shravanabelagola stop. A single-night trip is possible but leaves very little time.
We operate 12, 14, 17, and 18 seater tempo travellers in Standard AC, Executive and Maharaja luxury configurations. For groups above 26, we move you to our mini bus or full-size bus fleet, subject to estate road access at the destination. All vehicles carry valid all-India permits, GPS and first-aid kits.
October to February gives the most comfortable touring weather, with clear views and cool mornings. June to September is the monsoon and the region is at its most beautiful, but expect slower driving, waterfalls running hard, leeches on the trails and occasional Ghat road closures. December to February also coincides with the coffee harvest.
Cancellation more than 72 hours before departure carries no charge and the full advance is refunded within 5 to 7 working days. Charges then step up: 10 per cent at 48 to 72 hours, 25 per cent at 24 to 48 hours, 50 per cent at 12 to 24 hours and 75 per cent under 12 hours. If Tejas Travels cancels for any operational reason, you get a full refund within 2 working days or a substitute vehicle.