Introduction
Bangalore has become a popular choice for job seekers and young professionals. However, few people know that this beautiful city is on the radar of travel enthusiasts because of its beautiful hiking trails. Here are 9 remarkable travel destinations around Bangalore that every travel enthusiast should visit on their leisure trip to Bangalore.
1. Skandagiri trek
- Place of Origin: Jadalathimanahalli, Karnataka
- Program Timings: 11:00 pm – 12:00 pm (+1 day)
- Duration of work: 13 hours
- Difficulty of the trip: overnight
- Winter is the best time to visit (November, December, and January).
- Distance: 8 km (out and back)
- Summit: 4750 feet in height
Start your journey at Skandagiri Hills, one of the most famous tourist destinations in Bangalore. The night walk of Skandagiri stretches for 8 km through the grassy and rugged terrain, with millions of stars glittering in the sky. For a hassle-free trip, you can also choose comfortable shared transportation from various locations in Bangalore.
How do I get to the Skandagiri Trek base location?
Nearest Airport: Bangalore Kempegowda International Airport is 43.7 km away and can be reached by car or taxi in about 50 minutes.
Nearest Station: The base is 16.9 km from Nandi Halt and can be reached by bus or taxi in about 25 minutes. Nearest Bus Stop: The base is 7.8 km from Mylappanahalli Bus Stop and can be reached by auto or taxi in about 14 minutes.
From Bangalore: The base is 67.2 km from downtown Bangalore and can be reached by car or taxi in about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
2. Channagiri Hike
- Location: Nandi Hills
- maximum working time of 14 hours
- Difficulty of the hike: Moderate difficulty
Location, pickup point, and time:
- 06:00 Indiranagar Opp. Karachi Bakery
- Security: 06:00
- Hibbal Esteem Mall, 7:15 a.m.
About the Trek:
A trip to Channagiri takes you to the beautiful Nandi Hills near Bangalore, which is one of Karnataka’s favourite weekend and travel destinations. The 2 km uphill climb starts at the base of the mountain, where you will walk along the mountain side. You will notice that the trees are very dry, but this is completely compensated by the incredible vistas of the Deccan Mountains. The hard journey ends at the top, where you will have your picnic. You will also have a great view of the neighbouring hills like Skandigiri and Nandi Hills from the top.
3. Uttari Betta Hike
- Kunigal, Karnataka, is the venue of the event.
- Program duration: 12 hours (approx.)
Delivery time and location:
- 11 a.m.: Marathon
- Silk Board: Car, next to Pizza Hut, 11:30 p.m.
- 11:45 pm: Bus at BTM, Udupi Garden
- 00:15: Drive to Banshankari
- 00:40: Trek to Gopalan Arcade Mall from Rajarajeshwari Nagar.
Highlights
- The summit is 3708 feet high.
- Difficulty of the trip: overnight
- 5km walk (approx)
With a qualified guide, embark on an exciting journey to Hutridurga, also known as Uttari Betta. Enjoy a 6 km walk to the top of the mountain reserve. Enjoy the beautiful view of the green surroundings and the beautiful view of the dawn. Enjoy convenient shared transportation from many places in Bangalore city for a stress-free trip.
4. Kumara Parvatha Trek in Coorg, 220 km from Bangalore
The Kumar Parvatha Trek, which is 1712 metres above sea level, is one of the most difficult treks to achieve, but the beauty of this place will amaze you. Kumara Parvata, the third-highest peak in Karnataka, is a wonderful combination of physical effort and wonderful pleasures at Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary.
The trekking route through the forest starts from Kukke Subramanya; there is only one rest along the trek, at Bhattaramane, where trekkers can take their tents and sleep under the beautiful sky! It is best to do this between October and February. This trek can take up to two days and is suitable for inexperienced hikers, but it is one of Bangalore’s greatest trekking sites.
- Distance: 220km
- Distance of the course: 15 kilometres
- October to February is the ideal time to visit.
- Difficulty: Easy
5. Shimoga Kodachadri trek is 278 km from Bangalore.
Mount Kodachadri, which is 1,343 metres high, is a popular tourist destination. It is also a major tourist site as the famous Mookambika temple is located there, making it a popular tourist destination in Shimoga.
Kodachadri offers a very attractive trekking route surrounded by lush greenery. The 14-kilometer trek winds through dense forests, passes waterfalls, and leads to a misty peak with breathtaking views.
During your visit, you will see the beautiful Hidlumane and Arasinagundi falls. Kodachadri is a great place for group activities. From Banbanjara, you can also play awesome games like jumaing, big rope pass, etc. with your colleagues in Kodachadri, which is one of the biggest tourist sites near Bangalore.
Highlights
- Length: 278 km (12 km) long.
- The months of November through February are great for a visit.
- Difficulty: very low
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