The Makalidurga trek is the nearest railway trek to Bangalore. It begins with a 2-km walk on the railway track from the station of Makalidurga. One can also ride bikes to the beginning of the trekking trail as well. A lot of refreshments is advised to be carried in case one wants to trek this hillock. The hill is made of granite stone, sparking in its natural occurrence. The larger rocks have made Makalidurga popular among rock climbers. On the top stands an old fort, now in ruins. It has quite a history to it. The start of the climb is marked by a Krishna temple and you complete your darshan at the top with a temple of Shiva and Nandi. You can see the Gunjar Lake-in the shape of South America, outlined by many grasslands and manicured farms from the top. A web of railroads completes the rural landscape.
Trek Difficulty: Moderate
Trek Distance : 6km Total
Distance : Around 80kms from Bangalore
TENTATIVE ITINERARY
11:00 PM Pick up starts from Bangalore
03:00 AM Reach Makalidurgae base
03:10 AM Start the small hike to peak Makalidurga
04:30 AM Finish experience, relax and enjoy the campfire
05:50 AM Relax until sunrise
07:00 AM Descend towards the base
08:00 AM Head to the nearby restaurant. Freshen up & have breakfast.
09:30 AM Head back to Bangalore
11:30 AM Reach Bangalore
INCLUSIONS
Activity
Sunrise Hike
Rock Climbing
Transport
- Pick up and drop from/to Bangalore in a Traveller or Mini Bus.
Other Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Trek Permits
- Trek Leads from NammaTrip
Things To Carry
- Small Backpack to carry below essentials
- Water bottles
- Energy bars
- Personal medication or A First Aid Kit
- Sweater/ jackets for the night.
- Raincoat/Poncho (if it looks rainy)
- Extra clothing (in case you plan to dive in the lake)
- Good sports shoes or trekking shoes
- Flashlight/Torch with extra batteries
- Camera (optional)
Pickup Points
RR Nagar (11:00 PM) - Gopalan Arcade, Mysore road
Banashankari (11:30 PM) - Bus Stop
BTM (11:50 PM) - Udupi Garden Bus Stop, Near A2B
Silk Board (12:10 AM) - Prashant hotel (towards Marathalli road)
Marathahalli (12:40 PM) - Opposite to Kalamandir
Tin Factory (01:00 AM) - Bus Stop
Drop points are same as chosen pickup points
Pick up Times are tentative. Once you register with us, we will send you the exact pickup times and location on Whatsapp.
Note
Your equipment and equipment distributed are to be carried by self, like bags, sticks, etc.
As you are exploring nature, don't expect washrooms near hills. Washrooms are only available at the hotel, campsite(you reach hotel/campsite for breakfast or lunch).
NammaTrip is not responsible for misplacing/loss of any personal belongings.
Don't expect electricity & luxury in the area.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain trips or activities may get canceled. In such cases, we will try our best to provide an alternate feasible. However, a refund will not be applicable for the same.
- Cancellations are strictly subjected to cancellation policies mentioned on the website & are irrespective of the date of booking.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Our facilities are neat and basic, not luxurious
- Our accommodations are many times sleeping bags and Tents, Dormitories, rooms with beds and sometimes just sleeping bags under the glittering sky.
- The average level of fitness is required to participate in the trek. We will not be responsible if any participant is unable to get to the summit due to their own limitations.
- The food provided will be basic delicious Vegetarian food.
- NammaTrip shall not be responsible for any of your belongings, valuables, jewelry, etc.
- We expect every participant to be responsible for littering. Please keep every place we visit clean.
- You agree to indemnify yourself for the risks involved in the outings varying from destinations to destinations.
- We have designated pick up and drop points, make your own arrangements of transports to the desired pick-up point accordingly.
- We may revise the Terms and Conditions from time to time by updating this posting. The revised terms will take effect when they are posted.
- Nammatrip is not responsible if any injuries or accidents occur during the event.
- Any client consuming alcohol, misbehaving, causing delay during the event will be terminated from the event without any prior warning and no refund will be given. Such clients should arrange their own transport to the way back, Nammatrip does not hold the responsibility of terminated clients.
- Littering, smoking & consumption of alcohol is banned outdoors or anytime during the trek. We will provide you with a time and place to enjoy your drinks.
- In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, we will try to provide an alternate feasible activity. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
