Things to do in Agumbe, Karnataka
Agumbe is a village situated in the Thirthahalli taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India. It is nestled in the thickly forested Malenadu region of the Western Ghats mountain range.
7 places to visit in and around Agumbe, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Sringeri Sharada Peetham
Dakṣiṇāmnāya Śrī Śāradā Pīṭham or Śri Śṛṅgagiri Maṭha; Sanskrit: मठ, maṭha is one of the four cardinal pīthams following the Daśanāmi Sampradaya.
Wikipedia - 2Sringeri Sharadamba Temple
Sri Sharadamba Temple is a temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Sharadamba in the town of Sringeri in Karnataka, India, on the Tunga river.
Wikipedia - 3Kundadri
Kundadri is a hill with dense forests in the Western Ghats located in Shimoga District, Karnataka State, India. It is 70 km from Udupi city.
Wikipedia - 4Kere Basadi
Kere Basadi or Chaturmukha Basadi is a Jain temple located in Varanga village in Udupi district of Karnataka, India. This 12th-century temple is situated amidst of a lake giving it the name Kere Basadi.
Wikipedia - 5Jogi Gundi
- 6Agumbe Sunset Point
- 7Vanake Abbi Waterfall View Point
Best time to visit Agumbe
Best weather: Nov–May.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar26°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr27°CPleasant, Best months
- May26°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun24°CRainy
- Jul23°CRainy
- Aug23°CRainy
- Sep23°CRainy
- Oct23°CRainy
- Nov23°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec22°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 27°C | 39 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 26°C | 152 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 24°C | 810 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 23°C | 921 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 23°C | 735 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 23°C | 378 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 23°C | 226 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 23°C | 66 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 22°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (643 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Agumbe
- Nearest railway station: Barkur (BKJ), 37 km away.
- Nearest airport: Mangaluru Airport (IXE), 65 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Agumbe costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Agumbe is not included.
Compare Agumbe with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agumbe | – | Nov–May | 7 |
| Shringeri | 19 km | Oct–May | 6 |
| Thirthahalli | 26 km | Nov–May | 7 |
| Karkala | 37 km | Nov–Feb | 18 |
Distances in a straight line from Agumbe; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Agumbe?
The best known are Sringeri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri Sharadamba Temple, Kundadri, Kere Basadi, Jogi Gundi.
When is the best time to visit Agumbe?
Best weather: Nov–May.
How do I reach Agumbe?
Nearest railway station: Barkur (BKJ), 37 km away. Nearest airport: Mangaluru Airport (IXE), 65 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Agumbe cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Agumbe is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.