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    Anthargange in the DayAdventure and

    Spiritualism

    Your inner consciousness of spirituality, for that is the meaning

    of Anthargange, will come alive in its hilly terrain. The sacred

    waters of the Anthargange stream are worshipped by offering

    obeisance to Lord Vishnu. The natural caves, created byvolcanic activity, offer immense opportunity for thrilling

    exploration; caves so narrow that enthusiasts will be left

    wondering whether they will succeed in extricating themselves

    from the narrow openings filtering daylight through at the

    distant end. The dense forests surrounding the cave and the

    presence of wildlife add to the spine-tingling experience. Theadded attractions are a chance to marvel at the architecture of

    ancient temples, mingle with the residents of villages atop the

    peak, and enjoy the natural spring waters and, for the brave-

    heated, there is rock climbing and rappelling using carabineer

    and descender. All these activities are packed into the 12 hours

    from early morning to early evening.

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    Anthargange at Night TrekIn the Mist

    y Moonlight

    Anthargange, under the light of the moon, is truly other-world experience. The night trek is a never-

    to-be-forgotten experience. The trek path offers a panoramic night view of dark green valleys, rock

    pinnacles soaring into the night sky and thick foliage all around the trail. Feeling your way through

    the caves with only torchlight to show the way is an unparalleled experience. At the pinnacle, you canshare stories sitting around a bonfire. As day breaks and you settle down for breakfast, you will still

    be looking around, spellbound by the beauty. The trekking group will leave from Bangalore in the late

    evening and return there late morning on the next day.

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    Avani BettaThe Heart of the Ramayana

    The temple of Sita, known here as Avanisuta, is situated at the summit of the hill of Avani Betta, about

    one hour drive from Bengaluru. The temple bears the imprint of the Nolamba dynasty that ruled the

    region during the 12th century AD. The trek is a challenge but quite do-able. The first revelation en

    route is a charming cave nestled between two huge boulders. This is where the twins Luv-Kushbattled against Lord Rama while their Mother Sita watched. Passing through the cave, you will

    discover a small room which is where Mother Sita gave birth to Luv and Kush. Further ahead, lies

    Valmiki Ashram, where the sage, Valmiki, performed yagnas. Wish silently as you pray here and

    legend says that your wishes shall be fulfilled. The trek also takes you to the natural pond where

    Mother Sita used to wash the family clothes, and the Shiva Linga that was installed by the Pandavas.

    This is a trek that will be a delight for any archaeologist and all Ramayan lovers. En route the trek,there will also be time carved out for target shooting. The visit to Avani Betta starts in the early

    morning and the return to Bengaluru is in the early evening.

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    Bandipur TrekWild E

    yes are Watching You

    With the exception of the Sunderbans of West Bengal,

    tiger population has flourished the most in the Bandipur-

    Nagarhole-Madumalai-Wayanad forests. Bandipur is also

    home to elephants, wild boar and deer. Wildlife

    aficionados will be amazed at the sheer range of activitieselephant safari, wildlife safari, jeep safari, elephant ride,

    nature walks and even a night trek for the enterprising

    tourist. At the pinnacle of Gopalaswamy Betta (the

    highest peak in the region) stands the temple of Lord

    Krishna. A miraculous phenomenon is the snow that falls

    on the statue every day. Bandipur also has a small fort, a

    legacy of Tippu Sultan, who used it to conceal weapons

    and ammunition at the height of the Anglo Mysore War.

    Spend quality time around a camp fire before zipping

    yourself into a sleeping bag and going into dreamland in

    the arms of Mother Nature. The adventure to Bandipur isa two days trip with home-stay arrangement.

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    Bilikal Ranganatha Swami BettaMonsoon Flora and Fauna

    Deep into the South-West monsoon is by far the best time to visit Bilikal Ranganatha Swami Betta,

    named after the temple of Sri Ranganatha Swamy, situated at the crest of the hill. The trek is a shade

    arduous but the rewards are fabulous. The brilliant plant-life that surrounds the route, the emerald

    green canopy for much of the trail, the sudden sights of bear and elephants strolling through the

    undergrowth and the quietude in the forest will be life-long memories The icing on the cake is thestunning view from the hilltop - the green hued mountains bordering Kanakpur and the verdant forests

    of Savandurga away in the distance.This is a 12-hours trip with included for team games and rappelling.

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    Brahmagiri TrekNatural Beauty Everywhere

    Gently rising mountains topped by lush greenery, deafening

    waterfalls rolling eagerly over the hillsides, gently streams and

    rivulets beauty of nature everywhere you look. Coorg, locally

    known as Kodagu, is home to the Brahmagir Wildlife Sanctuary.

    Adjoining the Brahmagiri Sanctuary is the Pushpagiri WildlifeSanctuary. These sanctuaries are rich in diverse species of wildlife

    including Asian elephants, tigers, leopards, snakes, etc. You can sit

    by the side of placid streams and watch crocodiles moving

    stealthily. Avian fans can bird watch predatory kingfishers, wild

    parrots and gorgeous peacocks.

    Active tourists have a choice of boating in the streams or white-

    water river-rafting amidst the river rapids. A visit to the Irrpu

    Waterfalls is also on the program. You can also have you fill of

    adventure activitieshigh rope traverse on zip lines, archery, and

    target shooting. This will be a two nights trip; one in a home-stayand the second in tents under the night sky.

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    Gokarna BeachListen to the Ocean

    Gokarna is at the confluence of the Arabian Sea and the mountains of the Sahyadris. The trek is a unique

    experience with the rock hills of Sahyadris on one flank and the azure blue sea on the other. The 8 kms.

    long trek will be over while you are still mesmerized by the natural beauty of the hills and the

    enchantment of the sea. Pitch tent at Kudle beach and watch spellbound, the shimmering orange shades

    on the crest of the ocean waves, listen to the hypnotic sound of the waves rushing to shore but return toreality in time to wend your way back to the home-stay. Gokarna is situated around 520 kilometres

    from Bengaluru so the holiday is spread over two days.

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    Kabbal DurgaHoliday under the Night Sky

    The name of the place is a fusion of two words Kabbalamma, the presiding deity of the temple, and

    Durga, the Hindi word for fort. After reaching base camp, the trek to the fort and the temple starts at

    midnight. The trek is an ascent to the summit of a 250 metres high hillock where the temple and the

    fort are located. Walk around the fort in the rays of the early morning sunrise and visit the temple to

    pay homage before beginning the downhill hike. This is alte night to early morning next day trip.

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    Kanakapura CampCalling All Tourists

    Kanakapura Camp is located on the banks of the Hosadoddi Lake which itself is on the fringe of the

    Banathimari State Forest. There is something here for everyone. For trekkers, there is a 6 kilometres

    trek to Devara Gudda and that includes cave exploration. But the star attraction at the camp is

    undoubtedly the water based activitiescanoeing, kayaking, dinghy paddling and water rafting on placid

    waters. If that is not enough, there is also zip line traverse with a water splash landing and rappelling.The camp is located only 50 kilometres from Bengaluru but the canvas of activities is so large that you

    can easily spend two wonderful days.

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    Kaurava KundaA Night Trek Par Excellence

    Made up of twin hills that derive their name from the Pandavas and the Kauravas, the climb of 250

    metres up sand filled steps is a wonderful night trek. The shimmering greenery at the side of the trail

    and the sand shining in the moonlight are an exotic sight. Along the way, you will discover Lord Shiva

    residing in a shrine. The trek is moderately challenging. Once at the top, you can sit around a bonfire and

    engage in star gazing under a clear night sky. The morning sunrise will bring with it a stunning view ofChikaballapur village and its surrounding hillocks bathed in sunlit greenery that is guaranteed to leave

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    KemmangundiTreks and Home-stays

    Kemmangundi is for trekkers and is an overnight road journey from Bengaluru. From the base camp at

    the foot of the peak, it is a 7 kilometres trek to the top that takes 1 hour. The descent is followed by

    the second trek of 7 kilometres to the Hebble Waterfalls. The return journey includes a visit to the Belur

    Temple. On the adventure, you will stay in a home-stay though the option of tents is also available.

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    KodachadriThe Mountain in a Forest

    Kodachadri is an overnight road journey from Bengaluru. The Kodachadri mountain rises majestically

    from the midst of the Moonambika National National Forest (now designated as a wildlife sanctuary).

    The forest shelters endangered plant and animal species and hosts an exciting hiking trail. The trail route

    includes a roaring waterfall. At the end of day, you can unwind around a camp-fire. The return journey

    on the second day will include a stop-over at the Nagara Fort.

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    Kumara Parvatha - Never Seen before Scenic Beauty

    Rated as one of the best trails in South India, this 13.5 kilometres

    long uphill (rising to a height of 1700 metres) trek is an

    outstanding blend of physical endurance and scenic beauty. The

    trail head is the Kukka Subramanya Temple and the trek takes you

    through the dense Pushpagiri forest. There are three distinctstages the Shesha Parvatta, the Siddha Parvatta and finally the

    Kumara Parvatta.

    Once you conquer the peak you will be blessed with an

    extraordinary view of the glowing orange rising sun emerging

    from the horizon over the turquoise blue Arabian Sea with lush

    evergreen forests encircling it on all sides.

    The adventure will begin late evening with an overnight road

    journey from Bengaluru with the return scheduled for the second

    day evening. You will enjoy one night sleeping in a dormitory

    zipped into a sleeping bag.

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    Kunti Betta Day TrekA Bee-Hive of Activities

    Kunti Betta has close links to the Ramayana, being

    located in the Pandavpura Taluka (named after the

    Pandavas), and christened after the mother of the

    Pandavas. Kunti Betta is a minor range of three

    mountains that rise to a height of 1000 ft. from mean sealevel. The day trek commences in the early morning and

    tourists will be spoilt for choice of activities. Besides the

    trek, there will be water boarding, swimming, kayaking,

    rappelling, rock climbing, tree climbing, and a ride in a

    motorized dinghy. You will also visit the KRS dam, an

    engineering marvel created by that extraordinary

    architect. Sir M. Visvesvaraiah, built across the Kaveri

    river. This is a one day trip and you will return to

    Bengaluru in the late evening.

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    Kunti Betta Night TrekA Bonfire on the Mountain-top

    The night trek will begin with a late evening pick up at Bengaluru and a 2 hours road journey to the

    base camp at the foot of the mountains of Kunti Betta, named in honour of the mother of the Pandavas.

    The briefing session will take around 30 minutes and the trek will kick off at just after midnight. Trekking

    uphill in the moonlight is an amazing experience that culminates in a stunning view of the Pandavpura

    Lake and the surrounding countryside presenting a picture postcard beauty. Sitting around a bonfire atmountain top will heighten the sensation of enjoyment.

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    Kunti Betta and RamanagaraThrills and Excitement

    Notrekkersresume is complete without the inclusion of

    the 2882 metres climb to the top of the Kunti Betta twin

    hills. Its a challenge and fun for nature lovers and

    backpackers too and includes diverse activities

    kayaking, swimming, surfing, and rappelling.Ramanagara, situated about 50 kilometres from

    Bengaluru, has a mountainous terrain that formed the

    background for the film Sholay that catapulted it to

    even greater fame. You can spend a day of thrills and

    excitement engaging in archery, target shooting,

    chimney climbing, tree climbing, and rappelling anddisplay your latent talents in badminton, volleyball and

    cricket all guaranteed to give a never-before

    experience. This two days adventure will help you re-

    establish communion with nature. You will delight in

    sitting around a campfire and sleeping out with the sky

    for your ceiling.

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    Kurinjal TrekThe Splendour of Natural Beauty

    Kurinjal is located around 284 kilometres from

    Bengaluru. The hill rises triumphantly from the

    Kudremukh National Park which shelters a diverse

    collection of flora and fauna. The 20 kilometres trek is full

    of excitement including a walk through a tropical rainforest, fording water streams, reveling under mini

    waterfalls, and relaxing on your back on soft green grassy

    slopes under mild sunshine. You will be wide-eyed taking

    in the splendor of the natural beauty all around. At the

    top of the peak you will be breathless viewing the

    majestic scenery and feeling the whip of the strong breeze

    that is a feature of the peak. This is a two days trip that

    includes home-stay and a visit to the Somawathi Waterfalls

    during the return journey. It is all in all, an outing that

    will leave you shaking your head in wonder at its pure

    beauty.

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    MadhugiriLet Your Heart Leap for Joy

    Did you know that Madhugiri (Honey Hill) is the second largest monolithic rock in Asia? Located 100

    kilometres from Bengaluru, the Madghigiri peak is at a height of 3600 metres above mean sea level. The

    trek is an exhilarating experience. On the way up, you will also visit the fort of Hyder Ali. From here

    onward, the trek becomes challenging. The view from the rock-top is awe inspiring. The dense

    Timmalpura Forest, frequented by peahens and Indian bears, lies below in all its natural splendor. Alsonearby is the Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve which is a reserved forest (visiting is with prior permission

    from the forest authorities) where sightings of blackbuck and leopards will make your heart leap for joy,

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    Makalidurga Night TrekTorchlight Trek

    Makalidurga is located around 60 kilometres from Bengaluru, close to Ghati Subramanya, a famous

    destination for pilgrims. The Makalidurga Fort, which is the center of attraction, stands atop a massive

    block of granite soaring 1,117 metres into the sky. The trek to the top, starting at dead midnight, will

    take around 2 to 3 hours. It will be a marvellous experience, navigating the uneven terrain with

    torchlight flashing amidst the rocks in the still, cold night. Spend the remainder of the night in cozysleeping bags around a campfire, and at dawn, fill your heart and your mind with a view of the

    extraordinarily beautiful sunrise in the clear morning sky. Before you begin the descent, visit the temple

    of Lord Shiva with Nandi.

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    Manchinbele Dam Trip

    This is a 12 hours pleasure trip packed with team

    games, swimming, kayaking and rappelling besides

    trekking. The Manchinbele dam has been built across the

    Arkavathi river but the water flow is supplemented by

    the streams rushing eagerly down from the Savandurgamountains. The satellite control facility of the Indian

    Space Research Orhanisation (ISRO) is nearby and you

    will also see the famous Big Banyan Tree that has roots

    extending across a mind-boggling 1 sq. kilometer area.

    Customised team packages include kayaking, raft

    building, tube rafting and archery. The more

    adventurous could choose a night outing which will

    include a night out zipped into sleeping bags in tents

    under a starlit sky. This is a 12 hours trip commencing

    early morning and ending in the early evening.

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    Mullayanagiri Chikakmagalur Bababuden GiriTheres Much More than Coffee

    Translated, the name means the land of the younger daughter. Chikkamagalur is world famous for

    export of coffee and spices. Mullayyanagiri and Babbudebgiri are the highest peaks on the Deccan

    Plateau. The Manikyadhara waterfalls that lie nearby are famous for the near freezing chill of the waterflow. This area is cradled by the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary which houses bison, leopards, sambhar deer

    and the endangered Malabar squirrel. You could also join in a jeep safari to reach the famous Hebbe

    Waterfall. Team outings can be customized to include a wide range of activities such as trekking, team

    games, tree climbing, zip line traversing, camping, bonfire and many more.

    The adventure begins with an 8 hours overnight road journey from Bengaluru. After fortifying yourselfwith breakfast at a home-stay, you will start the 2 trek to the Bababuden peak. In the afternoon, test

    yourself on the 2 trek to the top of Mullayyana Giri. Spend a relaxed evening around a bonfire and

    sleep out in a tent.You will return to Bengaluru the next evening.

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    Nandi HillsThe DizzyingTippus Drop

    Nandi Hills, just one hour drive from Bengaluru, is

    embraced by the Tumkur- Chikballapur- Kolar mountain

    ranges; The River Arkavathy starts its journey from the base

    of the hill and is a major pilgrimage location. Your mind willbe blown away by the mist, fog and cool temperatures at the

    peak where you will feel that you are standing and walking

    in the clouds. You can enjoy the thrills of rappelling and

    traversing from one side to the other on a zip line. Stand at

    TippusDrop, within the fort of Tippu Sultan. The Drop is at

    a height of 2000 feet and prisoners of Tippu Sultan weredropped from here to their certain death. The trek will take

    you through a forest, a secret escape passage used by rulers

    in emergencies and the horse faced door that leads out onto

    the peak. The peak also has a childrens garden, Tippus

    Palace where he used to reside during the summer months

    and a 15th century temple in honour of LordYoganarasimha.

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    NarayangiriTrek and a Host of Activities

    Narayangiri is a fascinating place for its huge boulders, innumerable caves, temple of Lakshmi

    Narasimha, and a number of forts constructed by the Maharaja of Mysore, the Wodeyar dynasty. The

    peak stands regally tall at a height of 3,800 feet. The trek will take you through the dense Jalamangla

    Forests where lizards and peacock sightings will zeal you. The peak is relatively unexplored and after thehalfway stage it becomes steep for a short distance. The outing is a 12 hours adventure that will include

    tree climbing. rappelling, mountain biking, archery and target shooting etc. The adventure begins in the

    early morning and will end in the early evening.

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    Nishani MotteJungle Trail Trek

    Nishani Motte is a virgin mountain range of Coorg that retains its pristine beauty. Beginning at the

    Bangamandala in the south of Coorg, it skirts Talacauvery before ending on the north of Coorg. During

    the trek you will walk through white waterfalls, plantations and along a jungle trail. The tour will

    include a visit to the Abbey Falls, Golden Temple, rafting, campfire dinner, and the homeliness of ahome-stay.This is a two days trip that will commence with an overnight bus journey from Bengaluru.

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    Ramanagar Day TrekFull of Mystery and Excitement

    Trekking is considered a great way to commune with nature while de-stressing and reinvigorating your

    mind and body. Ramanagar, located at just 50 kilometres from Bengaluru, beckons you to trek through

    its rugged landscape, mysterious caves and valleys. And,theresa host of adventure activities including

    rock climbing, tree climbing, chimney climbing, rappelling, zip-line traverse, mountain biking, archery,target shooting and go-karting to keep your adrenalin pumping. For the water babies, there is a choice of

    swimming and kayaking.You will leave at sunrise from Bengaluru and return just after sunset.

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    Ramanagara Night TrekThe Mecca for Rock-Climbers

    Ramanagara, also known as Silk City is also a rock

    climbing Mecca. Having been the location for the shooting

    of the mega cinema hitSholay,it earned the sobriquets,

    Ramdevara Bettaand Sholay Hills. The night trek is a

    compelliong experience beginning at sharp midnight and

    passing through the reserve forest that stretches up to

    Magadi. The quiet of the starlit night creates a serene

    atmosphere that calms you immensely. But, witnessing the

    sudden appearance of nocturnal creatures of the forest is

    chilling and thrilling. At mountain top, a bonfire andsleeping bags will keep the chill away until day breaks in all

    its glory, lighting up the green forest and bringing the

    birds and animal awake. Leave from Bengaluru in the late

    evening and return the next day at mid-morning.

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    Sakleshpur TrekHome-stay and Campfires

    It is a hugely popular destination for trekkers and campers. Agni Gudda or Fiery Mountain has a

    panoramic view of the abundant rice terraces lying below. The trip begins with an overnight bus journey

    from Bengaluru. Trek time is around 2 hours and along the route you will pass through a beautiful

    waterfall. In the afternoon, you can visit Magajihalli Waterfalls, regarded by legions of people as the mostbeautiful in Karnataka. The next day you will be taken on a tour of the Manjarabad Fort, which was

    constructed byTippu Sultan.You will enjoy home-stay comforts and campfire dinners.

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    Savandurga Night TrekMidnight Trek and Sleeping Bags

    Savandurga is famous for being the highest monolithic rock on the continent of Asia. The Savandurga hills

    consist of two massive boulders; the Billigudda (white granite rock) and Karaganda (black granite rock).

    The rocks rise to a height of 1,226 metres above mean sea level. Located only 50 kilometres from

    Bengaluru, the trek will begin at midnight. It will take 2 to 3 hours to arrive at the hill top. Zipyourself into a sleeping bag and sleep around a campfire under the starlit sky. The next morning you will

    trek down and begin the return journey to Bengaluru.

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    Sharavathi Backwaters HonnemaCamping and a Visit to the Jog Falls

    The Sharavathi backwaters are the outcome of construction of the Linganamakki dam on the Sharavathi

    river. The backwaters extend over an area measuring 65 kms. by 15 kms. The major attraction is that the

    backwaters are for the most part shallow though the depth at the central part is unknown. You will camp

    on the banks of the Sharavathi River. The program of activities is mostly water based and will includekayaking, boating and swimming although there are also other activities such as tree climbing and zip-line

    traverses. You will also visit the famous Jog Falls. the second highest in India and watch the waters plunge

    from a height of nearly 1 km.

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    Sidara BettaTrek to Your Hearts Content

    The major attraction for the itinerant tourist is the temple of Lord Shiva (known as Siddalingeswara)

    which is frequented by pilgrims. It also has a great trekking landscape of boulders, rocks, cave houses and

    unknown number of caves. The trek path is not very demanding as there are steps carved into the

    boulders though you need to proceed with caution. The path is surrounded by dense forests which arehome to diverse flora and fauna. The location is especially good for bird-watchingYellow Throated Bul-

    buls, Kingfishers, etc. Bears and leopards also frequent the forest. You have a choice of a day or night trek.

    Day trek will also include rappelling and tree climbing. The trip starts in the early morning from

    Bengaluru and return is scheduled for early evening.

    TurahalliRock Climbers Hub

    A large number of huge boulders and rock formation have made Turahalli a must-visit for every rock

    climber and the location has become known among the rock climbing community as Rock Climbers

    Hub. The massive granite boulders are spread out over more than 200 acres. The terrain also presents

    excellent opportunity for rappelling and traversing between boulders on a zip line. This trip will start in

    the early morning and conclude in the early evening.

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    TadiandamolSpectacular Peak-top Views

    The adventure will begin with an 8 hours overnight bus journey from Bengaluru to the home-stay at

    Tadiandamol which lies in the Coorg. Tadiandamol is the sixth highest peak in Karnataka and the

    highest in the Coorg. The trail path is not too strenuous except for the final climb of around 300metres. Along the way, you will pass through the Shola jungle. The view from the top is panoramic

    and you can feast your eyes on the surrounding forested area and the spectacular view of the famous

    coffee plantations of Coorg. The other highlights of the trip are rappelling, a visit to the Chelavara

    Falls, GoldenTemple and a 40ft. tall golden statue of Buddha.

    To Conclude:Karnataka is a fascinating microcosm of India with a galaxy of wildlife, flora and fauna, temples,

    historical sites, and diverse geographies that make wonderful opportunities for outdoor activities.

    Visit Karnataka and combine nature tourism with adventure tourism.

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