Kudremukh Trek

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Trek Highlights:

• Activity Location: Chikkamagalur

• Trek Distance: 18-20 km (both ways)

• Altitude: 6214 ft.

• Trek Difficulty: Moderate to difficult

About the Kudremukh Trek:

The Kudremukh Trek is one of the most scenic and popular treks in Karnataka, known for its lush green landscapes and rolling hills that resemble the shape of a horse’s face (which is what “Kudremukh” means). Located within the Kudremukh National Park, this trek takes you through dense forests, grasslands, streams, and mist-covered valleys, offering breathtaking views throughout the journey. The trail is moderately challenging and typically spans around 18–20 km (round trip), making it suitable for beginners with good fitness levels. The best time to visit is from June to February, especially during the monsoon and post-monsoon seasons when the hills are at their greenest. Permits are required to enter the national park, and the trek is usually done as a day hike starting from the base village Mullodi.

Inclusions:

• Transportation (Non-AC)

• 2 Breakfast

• 1 packed lunch

• 1 Dinner

• Trekking

• Trek Permits

• Guided Trek

• Jeep Ride

• Mallalli Falls visit

• Homestay/Resort stay with good amenities

Itinerary:

Day 0: Departure from Bangalore

• Pick-up starts from Bangalore

Day 1: Trek to Kudremukh Peak

• Reach Balegal and hire a jeep to reach our base camp at Mullodi

• Enjoy an adventurous 4W drive in the jeep for around 6 km through forest trails, gushing streams of water and bumpy roads

• Freshen up, have breakfast, get ready to start the trek

• Leave all your luggage at base camp. Carry an only water bottle, packed lunch and snacks-if required

• Trek through one of the beautiful and serene routes in western ghats to reach the peak of Kudremukha

• Have lunch alongside the water stream nearby to the peak

• Start descending after lunch and reach base camp by early evening

• Take bath, freshen up for a hot cup of coffee/tea and enjoy the beautiful views of peaks in and around the base camp

• Have authentic hot dinner and take a sound sleep in the lap of nature.

Day 2: Sightseeing & Back to Bangalore

• Wake up to the sounds of nature quite early in the morning

• Have coffee/tea and get into the water stream/falls nearby to base camp. You can also take bath here

• Freshen up and have breakfast

• One more jeep ride to descend and to reach Balegal

• Have lunch en route and go for sight-seeing if time permits

• Start our journey back to Bengaluru.

Pick-up Points

1. Shantala silk & sarees (08:00 PM)

2. Rajajinagar near Sagar Hotel Bus Stop (08:30 PM)

3. Yeswantpur Metro Station (09:00 PM)

4. Gorguntepalya front of people tree hospital (09:15 PM)

Things to Carry

• Backpack

• Water bottle

• Dry fruits/energy drink

• Sweater/jacket

• Extra pair of clothes

• Wear good gripped shoes/strong sole shoes

• Trekking stick (optional)

• Poncho/Raincoat (during monsoon)