page_title: Honnemaradu
section_title: Attractions
hierarchical_section_title: Honnemaradu / Attractions
caption_attribution_description: English: These pics were taken at Honnemaradu
context_page_description: Honnemaradu is a tourist place situated on the back waters of River Sharavathi in India. Honnemardu derived its name from the Honne tree. However, the literal meaning of Honnemardu is Golden Lake. This is perhaps a reference to the fact that Honnemardu is located on the backwaters of the Sharavathi river.
  It is in Sagara taluk, Karnataka about 35 km from Sagara on the way to Jog Falls, 12 km from Talaguppa and 392 km from Bangalore.
context_section_description: Honnemardu is a small village located on the hills that overlook the Linganamakki Reservoir. The reservoir is also known as Honnemardu after the village. In the middle of this water body there is a small island that attracts campers. In addition to the adventure activities, Honnemardu is popular with birdwatchers, who can spend hours watching and identifying the variety of birds and butterflies. Honnemardu camp is managed by a team of nature enthusiasts called 'Adventurers'.
  Honnemaradu is tucked away in the lush greenery of the Western Ghats along the Sharavati backwaters near Sagara. Encompassing an area of 50 km by 80 km, the reservoir at Honnemaradu (or "Golden Lake") is known for its views of the sunrise and sunset.
  Trekking is only permitted along roads in a designated area.
  Some of the water sports activities here include boating and kayaking, but it only permitted with a guide. Swimming is not allowed. There are no longer equipment for wind rafting.
  Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River. The water plummets down from a great height of 289 ft, the highest in India. It’s in Sagara Taluk.
  Dabbe Falls, Sagara is located 30 km from Jog Falls, Dabbe is another waterfall in Sagara. This waterfall is in the mountains near Hosagadde.
  Kayakers can plan their next vacation in the hill stations of Karnataka. Kayaking in Honnemaradu is permitted only with a guide.
caption: Honnemaradu
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