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The most beautiful of the three mountain peaks of coastal Karnataka, Kodachadri is home to beautiful forests and has been a popular destination for trekkers. It is recognized as a natural heritage site, and once you are there, you will know why.
This beautiful peak is located a little over 400 km from Bangalore and makes for a perfect weekend getaway. In this trip, you will not only trek up the highest peak of Shimoga district of Karnataka, you also get to experience the thrill of kayaking in the river as well as visit some places of stunning natural beauty.
Kodachadri peak receives heavy rainfall, which makes the place look enchanted – pristine and unsullied. Your experienced host will guide you through the ups and downs of the route, pointing out to all the sights worth seeing.
Learn more about the mountain, the fascinating tales of Hindu mythology linked to the temples located on this mountain and so on.
The revered Hindu pilgrimage site Mookambika temple is located nearby.
Itinerary
Day 0:
09:30 PM - Pickup starts from Bangalore
Day 1:
06:30 AM - Reach homestay
07:30 AM - Fresh up
08:30 AM - Have to breakfast and carry packed lunch
09:30 AM - Start Kodachadri trek
02:00 PM - Reach peak and have packed lunch
02:30 PM - Descend
06:30 PM - Reach homestay and have tea
08:30 PM - Enjoy campfire followed by dinner
Day 2:
07:30 AM - Wake up and get ready
08:00 AM - Have to breakfast
09:00 AM - Checkout from homestay and depart to Bangalore
Visit Nagara Fort on the way back to Bangalore
07:30 PM - Reach Bangalore
Inclusions
Pick-up and drop-off from BangaloreTrek
Campfire (depends on weather)
Kayaking (depends on water level)
Breakfast on Day 1 and Day 2
Lunch on Day 1
Dinner on Day 1
Accommodation
Visit to Nagara Fort
Exclusions
Any additional services provided
Recommended gratuities
What to Carry
Backpack
Raincoat/Poncho
Water bottles
Energy food
Personal medication
Sweater/ jackets for the night
Extra pair of clothes
Toiletry bag
Sports shoes or trekking shoes in good condition
Flashlight/Torch with extra batteries
Track pants and cotton T-shirt
Camera (optional)
Moov spray, Dettol solution or salt to avoid leeches
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation charges applicable basis duration prior to the date of the commencement of the activity:
0-2 days from activation date: 100% booking charges
2-7 days from activation date: 50% booking charges
7-14 days from activation date: 25% booking charges
More than 14 days from activation date: No booking charges
Pick-up and Drop-off Points
1. Marathahalli (09:30 PM) - Near Kalamandir
2. Silk Board (10:00 PM) - Bus Stop, Opposite To Pizza Hut
3. BTM (10:10 PM) Udupi - Garden Bus Stop, Opposite To A2B
4. Banashankari (10:30 PM) - Bus Stop
5. RR Nagar (11:15 PM) - Gopalan Arcade, Mysore Road
