EARTHFOOT ECOTOURS
IN KARNATAKA

The Hermitage Guest House in the Western Ghats

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Hosts David, Morvarid, and Katrina Fernandez offer lodging in a well-appointed, secluded working farm set amidst the lush forests of the Western Ghats. There are three independent but different units available, each for two adults. Activities include walkabouts on the farm, participating in farm activities, short guided nature walks along jungle trails, all at no extra cost.

Lodging in Good Hiking Territory in the Western Ghats

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Hosts Suresh & Susheela Chengappa offer lodging in either a regular house or in a separate guest house a few metres downhill from the main house. The location is perfect for walkers, nature lovers and anyone in need of rest and relaxation.Your hosts can arrange for a trekking guide and give advice about shorter walks. Day trip destinations include Telecauvery (the source of the River Cauvery), Nagarhole Game Park and a Tibetan settlement.

Two Horse Safaris (6 Days & 8 Days) near Mysore

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Hosts Meenakshi Devi and her son offer riding tours through some extraordinary country. You ride thoroughbred and half-bred, Indian Bred Marwari and Kathiawari horses which are retired from racing. The average distance covered daily is 20-35 kms. Accommodation is in deluxe tents with separate baths and toilets. The saddlery is English.

A Guesthouse Stay on an Organic Spice Plantation

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A married team of biologists, Anurag & Sujata Goel conduct innovative programs on their organic spice plantation, in an effort to introduce more sustainable farming techniques in their region. On their plantation there is a charming but modern and comfortable guesthouse in which up to four people may stay as they explore the surrounding rainforest, plantations and villages. Several interesting road-trips are also proposed.

Wildlife Viewing in the Ghats

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During eight days you travel by train, jeep and boat visiting southern India's foremost wildlife spots -- Mudumalai and Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuaries, high-elevation Ooty, Nagarhole famous for its elephants, and Ranganathitoo, famous for its birds. Naturally the most important palaces and temples are not ignored. Your hosts, Kumaran Sathasivam & K.V. Sudhakar will introduce you to traditional south-Indian culture in a way that only native south Indians can.