Karnataka · Coffee estates · Western Ghats
Sakleshpur
Sakleshpur in Hassan district is a quiet hill town of coffee and cardamom estates on the edge of the Western Ghats. It is about 150 km from Mysuru, about 3.5 hours by road. Most visitors plan 1–2 days. October to May is the comfortable season for sightseeing and treks in Sakleshpur, with dry days from December to March.
Why travellers go
It suits relaxed estate stays and short drives to viewpoints and an old star-shaped fort.
- Suggested time
- 1–2 days
- State
- Karnataka
- Good for
- Coffee estates, Western Ghats
Best-known sights in Sakleshpur
- Manjarabad Fort: An eight-pointed star fort built by Tipu Sultan in 1792, on a hill about 4 km south-west of Sakleshpur, with cellars, lookout slits and cannon platforms. It sits just off NH 75, the Bengaluru-Mangaluru road.
- Bisle Ghat viewpoint: A forest viewpoint about 42 km away, looking out over the Western Ghats peaks of Pushpagiri, Kumara Parvata and Enikal. Elephants, gaur, sambar and wild boar live in these forests.
- Coffee and spice plantations: Sakleshpur's valleys are covered with coffee and spice estates, and plantation tours are a common way to spend a morning. Pick up local coffee powder, cardamom and pepper.
- Mookanamane waterfalls: A waterfall about 20 km from Sakleshpur.
- Jenukal Gudda: A hill about 38-40 km from town, known for treks through misty forest.
- Agni Gudda: A trekking hill about 35 km from Sakleshpur, considered easy enough for beginners.
- Betta Bhairaveshwara Temple: A Shiva temple about 600 years old in a quiet forest setting, about 35 km away. Local belief holds that the Pandavas stayed here. An annual abhishekam in January draws many devotees.
- Hemavathi backwaters: The backwaters of the Hemavathi river, listed among the sights around Sakleshpur.
- Chennakeshava Temple, Belur: A Hoysala temple consecrated in 1117 CE, about 35 km from Hassan, part of the UNESCO 'Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas' listed in 2023 with Halebidu, about 16 km away.
How many days do you need in Sakleshpur?
Plans for one, two or three days. A starting point only, not a Travel Trendzz package.
One day
- Manjarabad Fort
- Coffee and spice plantation tour
- Bisle Ghat viewpoint
Two days
- Day 1: Manjarabad Fort, Coffee and spice plantation tour, Hemavathi backwaters
- Day 2: Bisle Ghat viewpoint, Mookanamane waterfalls
Three days
- Day 1: Manjarabad Fort, Coffee and spice plantation tour, Hemavathi backwaters
- Day 2: Bisle Ghat viewpoint, Mookanamane waterfalls
- Day 3: Chennakeshava Temple, Belur, Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu
How to reach Sakleshpur from Mysuru and Bengaluru
From Mysuru
- By road
- About 155 km, about 3 hours, via Hassan (Mysuru to Hassan about 115 km, then about 39 km on NH 75 to Sakleshpur).
- By train
- Sakleshpur station is on the Mysuru-Hassan-Mangaluru line, about 160 km from Mysuru by rail. Check the current timetable for a direct train.
- By bus
- Frequent government buses link Mysuru with Hassan, and KSRTC buses run from major Karnataka cities to Sakleshpur.
- By air
- No airport in Sakleshpur. Mangaluru International Airport is about 150 km away and Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, about 240 km.
From Bengaluru
- By road
- About 225 km, about 4.5 hours, on NH 75 via Kunigal and Hassan.
- By train
- Trains on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru line stop at Sakleshpur. Karnataka Tourism suggests the Vistadome coaches for the Western Ghats views.
- By bus
- KSRTC buses run from Bengaluru to Sakleshpur.
- By air
- Kempegowda International Airport, about 240 km away, then by road. Mangaluru International Airport, about 150 km, is the other option.
Road times are approximate; check current timings for trains and buses before you travel.
Best time to visit Sakleshpur
October to May is the comfortable season for sightseeing and treks in Sakleshpur, with dry days from December to March. June to September is the monsoon, and July alone averages about 835 mm of rain.
| Month | Weather and what to know |
|---|---|
| Jan | Cool and dry, about 15-28°C |
| Feb | Dry, about 16-30°C |
| Mar | Warm and dry, about 18-32°C |
| Apr | Warm, first showers, about 20-32°C Average rain about 73 mm. |
| May | Warm with pre-monsoon showers, about 20-30°C Average rain about 117 mm. |
| Jun | Monsoon sets in, about 19-26°C Average rain about 320 mm. Bring rain gear. |
| Jul | Wettest month, about 19-24°C Average rain about 835 mm. |
| Aug | Very wet, about 19-24°C Average rain about 430 mm. |
| Sep | Rain easing, about 18-25°C Average rain about 145 mm. |
| Oct | Post-monsoon showers, about 19-27°C Waterfalls such as Manjehalli and Hadlu flow strongly after the monsoon. |
| Nov | Drying out, about 17-26°C |
| Dec | Cool and dry, about 15-26°C |
Tips for visiting Sakleshpur
- The Green Route trek along the railway line needs prior permission from the Forest Department.
- Book your stay in advance during the peak season.
- Plan sightseeing and treks for daylight hours, and carry rain gear from June to September.
- Try Malnad food such as akki rotti with a curry, and fresh local coffee.
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Travel Trendzz and Sakleshpur
Travel Trendzz has no published package for Sakleshpur yet. The team plans custom trips; ask for a quote with your dates and group. For a car with a driver from Mysuru, see taxi service in Mysore.
Questions about Sakleshpur
What is the best time to visit Sakleshpur?
October to May is a good time to visit Sakleshpur, when days are dry and trekking is comfortable. December to March is driest, at about 15-32°C. June to September is the monsoon, with about 835 mm of rain in July, so carry rain gear if you go then.
How many days are enough for Sakleshpur?
Two days are enough for Sakleshpur. Spend one day on Manjarabad Fort, a plantation tour and the Hemavathi backwaters, and the second on Bisle Ghat viewpoint and a waterfall. A third day lets you add the Hoysala temples at Belur and Halebidu, both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
How far is Sakleshpur from Mysuru and Bengaluru?
Sakleshpur is about 155 km from Mysuru, about 3 hours by road via Hassan. From Bengaluru it is about 225 km, about 4.5 hours on NH 75 via Kunigal and Hassan. Sakleshpur also has a railway station on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru line.
Is Sakleshpur good for families and couples?
Yes. Sakleshpur suits both families and couples. Families can enjoy Manjarabad Fort, plantation tours and the train ride through the ghats, which need little effort. Couples often choose quiet plantation stays, viewpoints such as Bisle Ghat and easy treks like Agni Gudda. A hired car helps, as sights are spread out.
Does Travel Trendzz have a package for Sakleshpur?
Not a published one. The team plans custom trips to Sakleshpur on request.
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Sources
Facts on this page were checked against these sources in November 2026. Rules such as entry passes, timings and road closures change, so check before you travel.
- en.wikipedia.org › Manjarabad Fort
- karnatakatourism.org › places to see in sakleshpur
- karnatakatourism.org › sakleshpur hill station
- en.wikipedia.org › Sakleshpur
- en.wikivoyage.org › Sakleshpur
- en.wikipedia.org › Chennakeshava Temple, Belur
- hassan.nic.in › how to reach
- en.wikipedia.org › Sakleshpur railway station
- distancebetween2.com › sakleshpur
- distancebetween2.com › sakleshpur
- tejastravels.com › udupi to bangalore distance routes travel time tips
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