Climb & Fly Madikeri: 100‑ft Rock Climb and 600‑ft Zipline Over Coorg Hills
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable with short bursts of upper‑body effort and stair‑climb level cardio; a moderate fitness baseline is recommended.
Overview
Scale a natural 100‑ft granite face, practice a controlled rappel, then launch on a 600‑ft zipline above coffee‑clad ridges. This two‑hour Madikeri experience pairs hands‑on instruction with big Coorg views — ideal for beginners with moderate fitness.
Climb & Fly Madikeri: 100‑ft Rock Climb and 600‑ft Zipline Over Coorg Hills
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The granite face rises like an old, patient wall — warm from the sun, streaked with lichen and the faint chalk marks of routes climbed that morning. You clip in, feel the harness snug at your hips, and look out across a valley of coffee bushes and mist-threaded ridgelines. A guide walks you through the belay, then points to a cable slung between two pines: a 600‑ft zipline that will send you skimming above the same hills you just conquered.
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Adventure Tips
Wear grippy closed‑toe shoes
Sturdy trail shoes or approach shoes improve traction on the granite and make footwork on the climb more secure.
Hydrate before and during
Bring at least 1–1.5L of water — the combination of exertion and sun on exposed rock dehydrates quickly.
Avoid monsoon days
Heavy rain closes routes and makes zipline operation unsafe; schedule early morning slots in shoulder seasons for clearer skies.
Listen to your guide
Instructors will brief belay commands and rappel technique — following them keeps the activity safe and speeds learning.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Indian elephant (in forested corridors)
- Malabar giant squirrel
History
Kodagu (Coorg) has long been a highland frontier of the Western Ghats; coffee cultivation and Kodava traditions shaped the region’s settlement patterns and fortified homesteads.
Conservation
The area is ecologically sensitive — stick to marked routes, avoid disturbing vegetation, and carry out all trash; operators emphasize gear checks to prevent rope wear that can harm trees.
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Recommended Gear
Closed‑toe approach or trail shoes
Grip and edging on rock is safer and more efficient with supportive soles.
Hydration pack or 1–1.5L water bottle
Staying hydrated keeps focus and reduces muscle fatigue during climbs.
summer specific
Light windbreaker or rain shell
Quick protection against sudden showers common in the Western Ghats.
monsoon specific
Thin climbing or work gloves
Optional for rappels and handling cables if you prefer extra hand protection.