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Bangalore has become a trek hub in the recent times with many trekking clubs coming up in Bangalore in recent times. At the same time, weekend gateways from Bangalore has also seen a rise in the list.
1. Bheemeshwari, 110kms
Bheemeshwari is one of the most famous wildlife places to visit near Bangalore. It is famous for fishing camps, rafting, cottage stay etc.
What can be done in Bheemeshwari?
- Fishing at Galibore fishing camp; Rafting and night stay at Bheemeshwari Jungle lodges and adventure camps which require pre-booking (can be done online too)
- Coracle ride
- River side trek or Jungle trek in Muthathi (It requires permission from Muthathi forest department)
- Sangama is almost 50 Kms from Bheemeshwari and is a beautiful place too. As the name suggests, two rivers meet there.
- Go to Muthathi forest range office.Talk with the guide and negotiate for the price
- Tell them before hand what kind of trek you are interested in, river-side along kaveri or jungle trek
2. Skandagiri Trek, 70kms
It is the famous trekking spot near bangalore for night trekks.
How to reach Skandagiri?
- If u have vehicle, Google map can show the route .It is the NH 7 route and few kms from Nandi Hills.
- The best time to visit - there is no specific climate or season for trekking but winter is the better choice
- Enjoy dews formed over grasses, cold wind, clouds hanging down the hill, mesmerizing sunrise, tall trees appearing black and white at morning.
- If you love photographing, its a paradise for you. Sometimes, you might encounter wild rare flowers of western ghats beside your shoe.
- Walk along hill and fort's wall perimeter for more awesome view.
- Enjoy dews formed over grasses, cold wind piercing through woolens, clouds hanging down the hill, mesmerizing sunrise, tall trees appearing black and white at morning.
- If you love photographing, its a paradise for you. Sometimes, you might encounter wild rare flowers of western ghats beside your shoe.
- Remote villages of Karnataka from summit
- Tonnuru lake from the hill top
- Ancient temples
- Greenery on the way
- Brindavan Garden
- Mysore city
- Tonnuru Kere: A fresh water lake (Bathing and swimming is allowed)
5. Savanadurga Trekking,70 kms
Savanadurga trekking is the highest monolithic treks around Bangalore. It has very steep ascent and the view from the top is awesome. You can also cover Manchanbele dam whcih is nearby.
The trek length around 2-3 kms.
The best time to visit - any time except rainy season due to the slippery of rocks.
What to see from the hills top?
- Fort walls
- Old rock structures
- Big rock walls
- Spectacular view of Manchanabele dam and surrounding reserve forest
What to see and do there?
3. Nandi Hills, 60 kms
Nandi hills, was on the list of places to visit around Bangalore. But in the recent times, trekking has also started at the Nandi hills.
How to reach Nandi hills?
If you have your own vehicle, Google map can show you the way or you can call a private cab.This is on the way to Devanahalli Airport.
The Best time to visit - Throughout the year, winter is the best choice to go there (Don't forget woolens in winters. Morning 6.00 to 9.00 is the best time to visit.
What to do there?
Leave Bangalore around 4AM clock. On weekends, you might encounter a long queue of vehicles at forest check point because they allow entry at 6AM clock.
4. Kunti Betta
Kunti Betta trek is near Pandavpura on the way from Bangalore to Mysore. It is also famous as a night trekking places around Bangalore.
How to reach Kunti betta?
If u have vehicle then with the help of Google maps u can reach the destination. It is just 4 kms from Pandavapura.
What are the sightseeing places there?
The places which can be covered after visiting Betta -
