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
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8:00 AM – Breakfast at Bananki Homestay
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9:00 AM – Kavaledurga Fort (30 km, ~45 min drive)
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Trek to the historic ruins of this fort surrounded by the Western Ghats (~2-hour visit)
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11:30 AM – Chibbalagudde Fish Sanctuary & Sri Siddhivinayaka Temple (15 km, ~30 min drive)
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Feed the sacred fishes and visit the temple (~30 min visit)
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Afternoon
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1:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant in Thirthahalli
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2:30 PM – Agumbe Rainforest & Sunset Viewpoint (35 km, ~1-hour drive)
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Visit the Agumbe Rainforest Research Station (optional)
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Enjoy a spectacular sunset from Agumbe Viewpoint (~1-hour visit)
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Evening
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5:30 PM – Sirimane Falls (30 km, ~45 min drive from Agumbe)
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Relax by the scenic waterfall (~45 min visit)
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7:00 PM – Return to Bananki Homestay
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8:00 PM – Dinner & relax
Day 2: Heritage & Spirituality
Morning
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7:30 AM – Breakfast at Bananki Homestay
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8:30 AM – Kuppalli – Kuvempu’s House & Museum (15 km, ~30 min drive)
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Visit the house of Karnataka’s greatest poet, Kuvempu (~1-hour visit)
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10:30 AM – Mandagadde Bird Sanctuary (16 km, ~30 min drive)
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Watch migratory birds (Best season: June–October) (~30 min visit)
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Afternoon
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12:30 PM – Lunch at Thirthahalli
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2:00 PM – Sakkarebayalu Elephant Camp (35 km, ~45 min drive)
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Watch elephants being bathed and trained (~1-hour visit)
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Evening
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4:00 PM – Sringeri Sharada Peetham (50 km, ~1.5-hour drive)
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Explore the ancient temple town by the Tunga River (~1.5-hour visit)
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6:30 PM – Return to Bananki Homestay
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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