Bananki Homestay

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Overview

This Homestay is located 8 km from Thirthahalli town and is nestled amidst the estates. Surrounded by estate the homestay offers you a true malnad hospitality experience. The rooms are planned to suit the requirements of families or groups planning for a special holiday getaway. The homestay is in proximity to several sightseeing places.

Special prices for groups and corporate teams visiting for longer duration stay. Take a free quote now and book rooms online.

 

FACT SHEET:

Stay Rooms on Double Sharing and Multiple Sharing Available. Cottages and Row Houses amidst Areca Plantations.  Deluxe and Premium Rooms in Cottages.

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

Activity: Campfire in the evening, Indoor & Outdoor Games available. 

 

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 12 Kms for this requirement.
  • Carry sufficient medicines as there are no medical shops at walk-able 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. 

 

 

Itinerary

Facilities:

  • 7 Well furnished room
  • LCD TV and TATA Sky Connection
  • 24x7 Hot water
  • Parking Facility
  • Veg and Nonveg Food served
  • Party and Campfire area
  • Rooms with Attached Toilet/Bathroom
  • Starters at Extra Cost

Games:

  • Table Soccer Board
  • Mini Air Hockey Table
  • Cycling
  • Basketball Practice Basket
  • Tennis Practice
  • Scooter Skateboard - Adults & Kids
  • Chess and Carom

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

(Please note this is for your reference and not inclusive of tariff/price per adult)

 

Day 1: Nature & Adventure

Morning

  • 8:00 AM – Breakfast at Bananki Homestay

  • 9:00 AM – Kavaledurga Fort (30 km, ~45 min drive)

    • Trek to the historic ruins of this fort surrounded by the Western Ghats (~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 Bananki Homestay

  • 8:00 PM – Dinner & relax


Day 2: Heritage & Spirituality

Morning

  • 7:30 AM – Breakfast at Bananki 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 Bananki Homestay

  • 8:00 PM – Dinner & relax

Location:

Bananki Village,
Devangi Post, 
Thirthahalli Taluk,
Shimoga District,
Karnataka.

Tariff and Package (Per person and Per Night basis)

Semi Premium

Rs 3250/- Per Day Per Person

Includes All Food and accommodation

Children - 5years to 11years - half charge

Children above 12+ years is adult charge

 

Premium rooms and Suites

Rs 3600/- Per Day Per Person

Includes All Food and accommodation

Children - 5years to 11years - half charge

Children above 12+ years is adult charge

An additional Rs 500.00 will be charged for A/C usage per room per night

 

Semi Premium

Rs 3250/- Per Day Per Person

Includes All Food and accommodation

Children - 5years to 11years - half charge

Children above 12+ years is adult charge

An additional Rs 500.00 will be charged for A/C usage per room per night

 

Large room with 4 Cots

Rs 2900/- Per Day Per Person

Includes All Food and accommodation

Children - 5years to 11years - half charge

Children above 12+ years is adult charge

An additional Rs 500.00 will be charged for A/C usage per room per night

 

 

Please Note:

6 to 12 yrs of age - half-rate are applicable.
Below 5 yrs of age - absolutely free.
Prices include 3 meals a day and bed coffee. Evening coffee-tea and snacks
Food is malnad cuisine with a fixed menu (veg/non-veg)
Extra beds are available on request

Rs 500 Chargeable Per Night for use of AC

12 Noon to 12 Noon is Check-In and Check-Out

Only Stay without food: Rs 1800 / Person / Night