Marvelous Treks Surrounded by 150 KMs Around Bangalore

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2. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re Bangalore is blessed with Western Ghats and Nilgiri Hills around. So what if Delhi has snowy white Himalayas, The lush greenery of Bangalore makes it unique. What’s more plus point for Bangalore ans is that some hills are just 50 kms away? This means that it is possible to go for treks on weekends, away from busy schedules. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Kabbala Durga 1. 2. 3. 4. Savandurga Ramanagara Kanakapura Nature Adventure Camp SRS Hills Kunti Betta Makalidurga Anthargange Narayanagiri

3. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re S Sa ava Ab About what really matters is the jaw dropping views of the sunrise from the top. D Di ist sta an nce ce – – This dual peak is just 60kms away from Bangalore. Now that’s pretty close! Level : Medium due to steep climb. Best Best t ti ime me to to V Vi is si it t – – The sunrise is not to be missed, so a night trek post monsoon is good. van nd du ur rg ga a out - - Savandurga is believed to be the highest Monolithic rock in Asia. But

4. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re Savandurga Why you should do this trek, or what can you expect – - The alluring views of Manchanabele dam and surrounding reserve forest from top - Dramatic Sunrise with dancing clouds - Historic old ruins and Fort walls - Manchanabele Dam is worth visiting after the trek How to Reach – It is easily accessible by road and a comfortable drive. You can reach the base of the trek by changing 2 buses. There are private and KSRTC buses to Hospete Gate (you can say Savandurga here).

5. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re K Ka an na akap Ab About out - - Kanakapura can be better described as a leisurely trek. The surrounding lush green forest and its strategic setting enable it to offer loads of activities. D Di ist sta an nce ce – – This place is again just 50kms away from Bangalore! No, we are not kidding! Level : There is not much of a climb, so it makes it an easy trek. Best Best t ti ime me to to V Vi is si it t – – The nature adventure camp in Kanakapura is open all year round. However, planning a trip in the post-monsoon months is a good idea. kapu ur ra a N Na at tu ur re e A Ad dve ven ntu tur re e C Ca am mp p

6. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re K Ka an na akap W Wh hy y you - Situated amidst lush greenery, it is a paradise for Nature lovers - Suitable for family outings, corporate trainings and even school/college trips - The trek is in a relaxed manner compared to the experience of a regular trekking trip - Wide range of Adventure activities like Trekking, Kayaking, Canoeing, Zip Lining, Bouldering, Rappelling, etc H Ho ow w to to R Re eac ach h – – It is nestled right on the banks of the serene Hosadoddi Lake next to the lush green Banathimari State Forest. kapu ur ra a N Na at tu ur re e A Ad dve ven ntu tur re e C Ca am mp p you s sh ho oul uld d do do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – –

7. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re K Ku un nti ti B Be et tt ta a Ab About out - - Two rock hills surrounded by paddy fields and coconut trees, Kunti Betta trek is a paradise for fresher’s and cake walk for regulars. This place holds importance in History. D Di ist sta an nce ce – – Kunti Betta is around 125kms away from Bangalore, which means you need to raise your lazy bum a little early! Level : Easy but technical. B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Post Monsoon, October to May.

8. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re K Ku un nti ti B Be et tt ta a W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - One of the best experiences of Kunti Betta is to trek on a full moon night - Though mythological, its history is very interesting and delights to the ears while trekking - Tonnuru lake from the hill top is picturesque, Beautiful greenery on the way H Ho ow w to to R Re eac ach h – – Bangalore (100 kms) - Mandya (26 kms) - Pandavpura (4 kms) - (To Kunti Betta) / Mysore (28 kms) – Pandavpura - Kunti Betta. do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – –

9. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re A An nt th ha ar rg ga an nge Ab About out - - Anthargange forms a cluster of beautiful rocky hills. The variety of thrill that it provides, will surely give you an adrenaline rush. D Di is st ta an nc ce e – – 65 KMs Level : Medium due to steep climbs. Best Best t ti ime me to to V Vi is si it t – – There is no best time for this. You can enjoy it all through the year. ge care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

10. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re A An nt th ha ar rg ga an nge W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - Passing through the caves on top is a thrilling experience, especially in the night! - Some are so narrow that you literally have to squeeze in! - The ancient Anthargange temple has refreshing spring - Serene view of Kolar town from the top - Fast change of terrain from Lush greenery, Thorny bushes to barren rocks Ho How w to to R Re each ach – – The nearest railway station is the Kolar Railway Station that lies at a distance of around 3 km. Anthargange is not connected by bus. However, there are taxis, cabs and bikes available to reach the destination. ge do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – –

11. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re K Ka ab bbala Ab About out - - Kabbaladurga is another monolith near Bangalore. The features of Kabbaladurga are somewhat similar to Savandurga in the starting. Kabbaladurga offers a fascinating night trekking experience to adventure enthusiasts. D Di is st ta an nc ce e – – 80 Kms away from Bangalore. Level : Moderate due to its steep climb. Best Best t ti ime me to to Visit Visit – – Trek can be done at any time of the year but steep rocks can become slippery if attempted during night. bala D Du ur rg ga a

12. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re K Ka ab bbala W Wh hy y you - The thrill of the night and the spooky charm it gives makes it unique - Mysterious Fort mostly in its ruins! - There is a temple of Kabbalamma at the top Ho How w to to Reac Reach h – – How to Reach: Reach Kanakapura (50 kms) and Sathanur (a further 20 kms). From Sathanur, a diversion to the right goes to Kabbala village. bala D Du ur rg ga a you s sh ho oul uld d do do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

13. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re R Ra am ma an na ag ga ar ra a Ab About out - - If you are looking for a break from your daily schedule and wish to go offbeat, than Ramanagara is the best option. D Di is st ta an nc ce e – – 50 kms away from Bangalore city. Level : easy Moderate.. Best Best t ti ime me to to V Vi is si it t – – The best time to visit Ramanagara would be in the cooler months of September to February. The summer months are not too bad either (Avoid rainy seasons, granite formations become slippery because of rain).

14. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re R Ra am ma an na ag ga ar ra a W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - Rama Tirtha pond, a natural pond between two adjacent hills - There is a 1000 year old temple of lord Rama - An awesome viewpoint from top of the hill, Beautiful Flora and fauna Ho How w to to R Re each ach – – You can reach Ramanagara via train which has good connectivity. Take an auto from Ramanagara railway station; ask for Ramadevara hills and within 15 min you reach there. do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

15. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re S SR RS S H Hi ill lls s Ab About out - - Sri Revanna Siddeshwara Betta, or it is better known for its short and sweet name SRS hills. Stereotyped names! D Di ist sta an nce ce – – 60 kms away from Bangalore and 13kms away from Ramanagara (in case if you are in a mood of a dual trek). Level : Easy peasy. B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – All year round. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

16. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re S SR RS S H Hi ill lls s W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - Like its name, it is a short and sweet trek, Good for a quick one day outing - Night trek is far better with its city lights view and cleaner air to breath - Temples all the way from start to the top! - You can combine it with one more trek nearby called Ramanagara Ho How w to to R Re each ach – – Bangalore - Ramanagara bus stand - Signal left turn -SRS Hills. (Parking Fee - 5rs) do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

17. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re M Ma akali kalid du ur rg ga a Ab About out - - Just like Ramanagara, this trek is offbeat and perfect for the ones who are desperately looking for a break from their chaotic city life! D Di ist sta an nce ce – – It is just 60kms away from Bangalore, you will find souls in scarce here. Level : Moderate, End of the story! B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Night trek all year around except Monsoon.. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

18. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re M Ma akali kalid du ur rg ga a W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - Even after being so close to the city, you will find peace here - Offbeat destination with very few people around , Uneven terrains - Makalidurga railway station adds to the vintage style of trekking - The sunrise and sunsets are breathtaking! Ho How w to to R Re eac ach h – – Here your swanky Google Maps will work best. With well marked directions, even the trail up to the top is marked! If going by train, The Makalidurga trek starting point is 3 kms from the Makalidurga railway station. do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

19. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re N Na ar ra ay ya an na ag gi ir ri i Ab About out - - This trek has something to offer for everyone. Fort ruins, temples, fort ruins, boulders for rock climbing and rappelling, etc. D Di ist sta an nce ce – – 60 Kms from Bangalore, Hope you don’t expect this hill in your neighborhood? Level : Easy to Moderate B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Post Monsoon. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

20. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re N Na ar ra ay ya an na ag gi ir ri i Ab About out - - This trek has something to offer for everyone. Fort ruins, temples, fort ruins, boulders for rock climbing and rappelling, etc. D Di ist sta an nce ce – – 60 Kms from Bangalore, Hope you don’t expect this hill in your neighborhood? Level : Easy to Moderate B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Post Monsoon. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

21. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re M Ma ad dh hu ugi gir ri i T Tr re ek k Ab About out - - The uneven structure of Madhugiri fort makes it very attractive. The 2st largest Monolithic hill is right in the heart of Madhugiri town. D Di is st ta an nc ce e – – Madhugiri is 100km from Bangalore Level : Moderately Difficult B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Anytime except Monsoon. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

22. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re M Ma ad dh hu ugi gir ri i T Tr re ek k W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - The last section is most thrilling with its steepest ascent - The structure of the fort is very daunting H Ho ow w to to R Re eac ach h – – Bangalore - Nelamangala - Dabbasapete - Koratagere – Madhugiri. Till Madhugiri direct KSRTC buses from Kempegowde Bus Stand and private buses from KR Market Bus Station are available. Note - It is essential to carry water while trekking, there is no water available at the top. do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

23. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re M Ma an nc ch ha an na ab be ele le D Da am m Ab About out - - If you are reading this post fully from the start, then you will find mention of Manchanabele as a Dam under ‘Savandurga’. And if you are not then ……busted! D Di is st ta an nc ce e – – It is barely 40 – 50 km away from Bangalore. Level : There is no climb, so no level! B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Anytime except Monsoon. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

24. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re M Ma an nc ch ha an na ab be ele le D Da am m W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - The first glimpse of this place is simply soothing to the eyes - Various adventure activities like swimming, kayaking and even Paintball! - Camping besides this lake is like a dream come true - You can combine this with Savandurga trek H Ho ow w to to R Re eac ach h – – Bangalore – RRDC – Manchinbele. do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

25. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re A Ac ch ha alu lu B Be et tta ta A Ab bout out - - Achalu Betta is a rocky hill covered mostly by shrubs. D Di is st ta an nc ce e – – 80 Kms from Bangalore, 15 Kms from Kanakapura. Level : Some tough patches and thorny vegetations makes it a Moderate trek. B Be es st t t ti im me e to to V Vi is si it t – – Anytime! The Rainy season is not too good for the trek. care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

26. M Ma arv rve elou lous s T Tr re eks ks S Su urr rrou oun nde ded d By By 1 15 50 0 K KMs Ms A Ar rou ound nd Ba Ban ngalo galore re A Ac ch ha alu lu B Be et tta ta W Wh hy y you you s sh ho oul uld d do - There is a Muneshwara temple & a Nandi statue at the top - Hilltop offers a panoramic view of the landscape! - The surrounding greenery with water bodies is a sight for sore eyes - Ideal for rock climbing , You can spot small animals and birds Ho How w to to R Re each ach – – It comes on the way to Mekadattu, Just 10 Km from Kanakapura towards Sathnur and Halgur. do t th his is t tr re ek k, , or or w wh hat at c can an you you e ex xp pe ec ct t – – care@365hops. care@365hops.com , Dial com , Dial Us : +91 Us : +91- -7 78 83 38 89 98 84 44 47 71 1

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