Weekend Treks Near Bangalore

Skandagiri, also known as Kalavara Durga, is an ancient mountain fortress located approximately 70 km from Bangalore city. It is one of the most loved destinations for trekking near Bangalore that offers a perfect break from the busy and stressful city life and transports the participants into a calm and peaceful environment. The trek is an exciting climbing adventure for nomads. Read this photoblog on our trek to Skandagiri. Customised private departures are available for families, friends, corporate groups, schools and colleges.  read more read less

Trek to Karadi Kallu Betta Karadi Kallu Betta is one of the least explored hills in Ramanagara. It has 3-4 caves at the top and also a beautiful lake. Kayaking, Zipline, and other adventure activities at the resort are the highlights of this trek. Here's a detailed photoblog on our trek to Karadi Kallu Betta Customised private departures are available for families, friends, corporate groups, schools and colleges.    read more read less

Makalidurga is a hill fort situated near the village of the same name. It is 60 kms north of Bangalore and 10 kms after Doddaballapura on the way to Gauribidanur. The fort at the summit has an old temple of Shiva with Nandi and in legend, Markandeya Rishi performed penance here. Customised private departures are available for families, friends, corporate groups, schools and colleges.  read more read less

Savandurga hill is considered to be among the largest monolith hills in Asia. Named Savandurga by Immadi Kempe Gauda, this hill fortress was believed to be unconquerable until the British took over in 1791; Lord Cornwallis has written a detailed account of its capture. The hill looks imposing as one drives closer to it and it is easy to understand why it is called the ‘rock of death.’ The Nandi mantap looks like a small square on top and all visible sides of the rock look steep and dangerous; only upon reaching the base does one see the rock’s gentle slopes. Savandurga Photoblog Customised private departures are available for families, friends, corporate groups, schools and colleges.  read more read less

Surrounded by rocky hills, temples, and caves, Siddara Betta is located at a distance of 100 Km from Bengaluru in Koratagere Taluk of Tumakuru District. The mountain is frequently climbed by trekkers, adventures as well as pilgrims who climb the mountain to visit the shrine of Lord Siddalingeshwara. The temple is placed inside the cave, which also makes this a very interesting trek. Siddara Betta in Kannada means “Hill of Saints”, owing to the many Hindu saints who perform penance and meditation within the caves here. The hills are also very popular for the medicinal plants you get here making this a center for medicinal plants used in traditional medicine. The natural springs, lush greenery, the extremely picturesque landscape seen once reaching the top, the rocky terrain and caves add to the thrilling trek experience. Sightings or signs of wildlife like Leopard, Sloth Beer, Peafowl, Jungle Fowl and other birds make this an exhilarating experience. Here's a glimpse of our previous trek to Siddara Betta Customised private departures are available for families, friends, corporate groups, schools and colleges.    read more read less

Trek to Shivagange Hill Shivagange is a mountain peak with a height of 804.8 meters or 2640.3 feet and Hindu pilgrimage centre located near Dobbaspet, in Bengaluru Rural district India. It is situated 20 km from the town of Tumakuru and 54 km from Bengaluru. The sacred mountain is shaped as a shivalinga and a spring flows near locally called "Ganga", thereby by giving the place its name. It is also known as Dakshina Kashi (Kashi of the South) and place is having various temples such as Gangadhareshwara temple, Sri Honnammadevi Temple, Olakal Teertha, Nandi Statue, Patalagange, A historical rock statue of Nandi or Basavanna carved on top of a steep rock is considered as a spellbinding sculpture because of its narrow location. Devarayanadurga is a hill station nearly 15 km from Tumkur. The rocky hills are surrounded by forest and the hilltops are dotted with several temples including the Yoganarasimha and the Bhoganarasimha temples and an altitude of 1204 metres. It is also famous for Namada Chilume, a natural spring considered sacred and is also considered the origin of the Jayamangali and Shimsha rivers.Customised private departures are available for families, friends, corporate groups, schools and colleges. read more read less

About Avalabetta: Located about 90 Km from Bengaluru, Avalabetta is one of the famous and iconic destinations for trekking near Bengaluru. The iconic hanging rock at the cliff and a pond on the peak makes this trek a must-visit trail near Bengaluru city. The hillock is also home to the Narasimha Swamy Temple and a lot of pilgrims visit the temple on the weekends.About Gudibanda Fort: Gudibande, a multilevel fort was built by local chieftain Byre Gowda some 400 odd years ago in the 17th century. The fort’s main feature is the rainwater harvesting with 19 rock ponds at different levels of the fort. On the top of the fort is a Shiva temple, which is believed to be one of the 108 Jyotirlingas.   read more read less

Kurinjal peak is one of the popular hiking trails located in the Kudremukha National Park in Chikmagalur district, Karnataka. Bavikonda peak is one of the non-commercial destinations in Kudremukha National Park range, this trek starts over the foothills of the Mullodi village. The beautiful part of Bavikonda is trekking on the open face of the mountains while enjoying the view of the nearby peaks. Here's a photo blog of our previous trek to Kurinjal Peak. Altitude: 5,751ft (1,753 mt) Distance from Bangalore: 332 km Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate Trek starting point: Balegal and Mullodi Time to Trek: 5-7 hours Trek Distance: 10-12 km read more read less

About: Ettina Bhuja (literally translates to Ox's Shoulder, in Kannada), is located close to the temple town of Dharmasthala. Byrapura village in Mudigere range of Chickmagalur district to be exact. Check the photoblog here: http://bit.ly/2BnuoNM read more read less

Brahmagiri is a mountain range in the Western Ghats of south Karnataka. It is situated on the border between Kodagu district in Karnataka state in the north and Wayanad district of Kerala state on the south. Brahmagiri Hill is a scenic tourist attraction. The top of Brahmagiri Hill is well forested and has a lot of wildlife. Altitude: 5,275ft (1,608 mt) Distance from Bangalore: Around 300 km Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate Trek starting point: Iruppu Waterfalls Time to Trek: 7-8 hours Trek Distance: 8-10 km one way Here's a detailed photoblog on our trek to Brahmagiri read more read less

Hosahalli Betta is a mountain peak in the Sakleshpur region which makes for an easy trek. Click here to check out a photoblog on our trek to Hosahalli Betta Covid Pandemic Preparedness and Protocols: Nomads with no travel history 14 days before the departure will be allowed.  Screening of all nomads at the entry point for symptoms of COVID-19 such as temperature (using no-contact type thermometer/ thermal guns), cough, cold, etc.  Only asymptomatic tourists shall be allowed.  Those with temperature more than 37.5 °C (99 °F) and/or flu-like symptoms shall not be permitted to travel.  Nomads in the age below 10 and above 60 will not be permitted.  Before the commencement of Travel, all nomads to mandatory submit a self-declaration form. Nomads to provide basic personal information when traveling, including name, phone number, Govt. ID type and ID number. Consent for sharing of their details with the administrative / health authorities will be taken from visitors, as and where required for contact tracing related activity. All nomads shall be briefed on the safety measures taken before onboarding. All the nomads shall be briefed on the Dos and Don’ts to be mandatorily followed while traveling and during the trip. Nomads are recommended to carry their own sanitizer and wet wipes for personal use.  We highly recommend using your own transport for travel. However, transport in a Tempo Traveller will be restricted to 7 + 1 Trek Lead.  Transport vehicles will be thoroughly disinfected prior to boarding.    Click here to read our detailed guidelines on trekking in Karnataka amidst COVID-19   read more read less

The Kudremukha trek, nestled in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, offers an incredible mix of scenic beauty and adventure. With an elevation of 1,894 meters (6,214 ft), it’s one of the highest peaks in Karnataka and a favorite among trekking enthusiasts. Known for its lush green meadows, dense forests, and wildlife-rich trails, the trek provides panoramic views of rolling hills and mist-covered valleys. The route crosses rivers, waterfalls, and shola forests, making it an unforgettable experience. This moderate trek is suitable for adventure lovers and nature enthusiasts seeking an escape into the Western Ghats. Wildlife sightings include deer, macaques, and a variety of birds. Kudremukh is also part of the Kudremukh National Park, which adds to its ecological significance. TrekNomads offers a well-planned, guided trekking experience to Kudremukh, ensuring safety, adventure, and comfort throughout. Join us to explore one of Karnataka's most beautiful trekking destinations. Check out a photoblog of our trek to Kudremukha here. read more read less

Tadiandamol (Kannada: ತಡಿಯಂಡಮೋಳು, Tadiyandamolu, Kodava : ತಡಿಯಂಡಮೋಳ, Tadiyandamol) is the highest mountain of Kodagu district, Karnataka, India. It is the third highest peak in Karnataka. The Nalaknad (also known as Nalnad - meaning 4 villages) palace at the foothills is an important historical landmark. This was one of the landmarks mapped during the Great Trigonometric Survey. Choma Kund is a valley in North Kodagu near the famous Chelavara Falls. It is about 22Kms from Virajpet town. It is also called as Somana Kadu. This hill range is only two Km away from the Chelavara falls. From Chelvara Falls, on your right is Kabbe Hill and to the left would be Chomakund Hill. Click here to read a detailed blog on our trek to Tadiyandamol. read more read less

The relatively lesser known peak Nishani Motte is located in the Tala Cauvery/ Branhmagiri range part of Coorg. The peak is also known by the name of Nishani Betta which literally translates to the marked hill in the local language. The name is derived from the fact that during the British era, the peak was used as a mark to find the directions to different places on the hill path. In addition to having a picturesque landscape, the peak provides a stunning view of the other hills and mountains of the Brahmagiri range.   read more read less

Kodachadri (Kudajadri) is a mountain peak with dense forests (elevation - 1,343 meters above sea level) in the Western Ghats in South India (Shivamogga Dist., Karnataka State). It is declared as a natural heritage site by Government Karnataka and it is 10th highest peak of Karnataka. Around 5 km from Kodachadri is Hidlumane Waterfalls and it can be reached by trekking on a bridle path, which involves a little adventurous trekking. Nagara Fort is around 25 km from Kodachadri where an old fort built during the 18th Century is located and the landscape created out of backwaters of Linganamakki Dam on Sharavathi River surrounds Nagara town.   read more read less

Trek to Kote Betta​ Kote Betta is the third highest peak in Coorg after Tadiyandamol and Brahmagiri. The peak is at a height of around 1500 meters. The trek is about 7-8 km one way goes through vivid coffee estate for about 2 km. Here's a glimpse of our previous trek to Kote Betta. Covid Pandemic Preparedness and Protocols: Nomads with no travel history 14 days before the departure will be allowed.  Screening of all nomads at the entry point for symptoms of COVID-19 such as temperature (using no-contact type thermometer/ thermal guns), cough, cold, etc.  Only asymptomatic tourists shall be allowed.  Those with temperature more than 37.5 °C (99 °F) and/or flu-like symptoms shall not be permitted to travel.  Nomads in the age below 10 and above 60 will not be permitted.  Before the commencement of Travel, all nomads to mandatory submit a self-declaration form. Nomads to provide basic personal information when traveling, including name, phone number, Govt. ID type and ID number. Consent for sharing of their details with the administrative / health authorities will be taken from visitors, as and where required for contact tracing related activity. All nomads shall be briefed on the safety measures taken before onboarding. All the nomads shall be briefed on the Dos and Don’ts to be mandatorily followed while traveling and during the trip. Nomads are recommended to carry their own sanitizer and wet wipes for personal use.  We highly recommend using your own transport for travel. However, transport in a Tempo Traveller will be restricted to 7 + 1 Trek Lead.  Transport vehicles will be thoroughly disinfected prior to boarding.   Click here to read our detailed guidelines on trekking in Karnataka amidst COVID-19   read more read less

Kopatty hills is one of the few unknown trek trails in the Western Ghats located in Coorg district in the south- western part of Karnataka. Kopatty is a beautiful trek with the trails passing through thick forests, meadows and valley. read more read less

Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha), at 1,712 meters (5,617 ft), is the highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is located in the Somwarpet Taluk, 20 kilometers from Somwarpet in the northern part of Kodagu district on the border between Dakshina Kannada and Kodagu district and Hassan districts. It is the 4th highest peak of Karnataka. Click here to check out a photoblog on our trek to Kumara Parvatha. read more read less