Day Outing - Bangalore

Bheemeshwari is a place, where the pleasant green mountains & clouds in the sky & the rivers are located. It is approximately 110 kms from Bangalore. Bheemeshwari is a small town that lies between the Shivanasamudra falls and Mekedatu falls, on the Cauvery river in Mandya district of Karnataka. The fishing camp is not only a paradise for anglers but also an ideal picnic spot for holidaymakers.

The best time to go there is during monsoons when the Cauvery river is at its flowing best and rafting can be done at this time. Apart from rafting during monsoons, the other activities that can be enjoyed at Bheemeshwari are trekking, rappling and coracle ride. Jumering and river crossing can also be done if you have the proper equipments and instructors.

The lush forest sheltered by steep valleys and scattered by little streams, invites large groups of animals and birds. Here we do not advise to venture deep into the jungle or river, because, there are chances of finding wild elephants and a few crocodiles.

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10 best trekking routes around Bangalore

Ramdevara Betta, Revana Siddesh Betta

Located 60 km from Bangalore

on Mysore Road near Ramnagara Town, Ramdevara Betta is a popular place for trekking and rock climbing. Situated at 3066 feet above sea level, Revanasiddeshwara Betta is one amongst the seven hills that dot this site and the entire range offers great opportunities for rock climbers and trekkers.

Savana Durga

Savandurga, a huge monolith, near Magadi rises 4050 feet above sea level. Made up of two giant hills - Karigudda and Biligudda and separated by a deep valley this place is equally popular as Ramanagar in trekking and rock climbing circles. As you trek upwards you come across the fortress built by Kempegowda II. Savanadurga is located 60 km from Bangalore, 11 km from Magadi town.

Mekedatu, Karighatta

According to a legend the river narrows so much at a point that even a goat can jump across the other side. That place gets the name Mekedatu. Mekedatu is located 98 km from Bangalore, on Mysore Road, in Srirangapatna. The trek involves walking besides the river Kaveri at Sangama. Karighatta hill is located 2697 feet above the sea level and is just few kilometers from Srirangapatna.

Antara Gange

Antara Gange is a hill positioned 65 km from Bangalore in Kolar district. The mountain range is 2 miles from Kolar. Antara Gange or 'Ganges from deep' is named so because of incessant flow of underground water to a pond by the shrine on the hill peak.

Kaivara

Located 80 km from Bangalore on NH7, Kaivara is the place where Bheema is believed to have killed demon Bakasura. This place has an interesting history attached to it. And trekking around here will help you discover all of it.

Huliyur Durga, Hemagiri Betta, Kumbhi Betta

Huliyur has an enormous rock-strewn overhang amidst deep woods on which a fortress was built during Kempegowda's time and hence its name - Huliyur Durga. At 3800 feet above sea level, Hemagiri betta is one of the uppermost hills. Kumbhi Betta is a petite mount on which stands the fortress of Kempegowda's times. This place is situated 80 km from Bangalore at the Kunigal taluk.

Skandagiri

Skandagiri is located 75 km from Bangalore near Chikkalballapur. You can start trekking from the Papagni temple in Kalwara village and reach the top within 3 hours. Moonlight treks here are a hit. The best time to visit is during November and January. The entry fee to get inside is Rs 15/-.

Ranganatha Swamy Betta

This place is near Konavaradoddi village. It is 45 km from Bangalore. It gets the name from the temple situated here which is dedicated to Lord Ranganathaswamy. It is 4 km trek to the mountain peak. When you reach the top you can relish the beautiful views of the surrounding villages and forest. The temple remains open for visits on Saturdays only.

Honnemaradu

This is a day trek where the trek is to Honnemaradu from Talaguppa. Honnemaradu is a town by the Liganamakki dam. It is in the Shimoga District in north-west Karnataka about 25 km from Sagar town en route Jog Falls. It is the control center for Western Ghats Restoration Project.

Anatargange

Anthargange is in Kolar, 60 km away from Bengalaguru. Anthargange is an ultimate site for not so strenuous treks, some rock climbing and fun-filled camping. The forty-five minutes hill climbing

is taxing but it opens up for an extensive and beautiful green plateau on the top.

Trekking around Bangalore

Bangalore has abundant places to choose from for holidaying. If you looking for an adventure getaways here is a list you can refer to.

Devara betta

Devarabetta the name suggests two hillocks with a temple on top of one. Located 17-20 km away from Doddaballpur, Devara Betta is a good trekkin place. It is approximately 70 km away from Bangalore and has monolith rocks where rock climbing can be done.
Doddaragi Halli Betta & Chickkaragi Halli Betta

Located 30 km from Bangalore, these small hills are situated near the National Park at Kalkere Koli(Poultry Farm). You need to take permissions to visit the park and you can head towards it only when you are accompanied by forest department staff.
Makali durga

Located 60 km away from Bangalore, this is a small granite hillock Makalidurga has a fort at 1350 meters where a Lord Shiva temple is situated. This is a good place to trek as you get to glimpse the mountain train, passing through the valley at the foothills. The mountain vegetation mainly comprises of date plants, lemon grass and small boulders. The best part are the lakes which are on both the sides of the hillocks.


Muthyala maduvu

Muthyalamaduvu or the Pearl Valley is situated 50 km from Bangalore. The water fall here are 92 m tall and when the water hits the rocks beneath it gives an impression of scattered pearls. A little temple dedicated to Shiva is located just besides the waterfall.
Nandhi hills

Located 60 km from Bangalore, Nandi Hills is situated off Bangalore-Hyderabad (NH-7) highway. The Nandi temple on the hills gives the hills its name; Nandidurg hill or Nandi Hills. The way to Nandi hills is beautiful especially in the monsoons when the forests on the path are covered in the snowy mist. Nandi Hill also has a historical importance. The summer residence of Tipu Sultan and Tipu’s Fall where his prisoners fell are located on this Hill. The summer residence is closed to public though.
Suvarna mukhi Located 30 km from Bangalore, Suvarnamukhi is inside the Bannerghatta National Park. There is Chanpakadhama Swamy temple on the way from where you can start trekking.

There is a beautiful stream that flows through the Suvarnmukhi Hills stretching out to a huge rock. There is a small temple of Lord Narsimha and Suvarnamukhi Pond which is believed to have powers to cure ailments. The best time to visit this place is from September to June.


Skandagiri

Situated 65 km from Bangalore, these are off the Bellary highway near Devanahalli junction. Skandagiri is at 1350 meters close to Nandi Hills. Papagni temple is the start point for trekking. There is a fortress which never goes out of sight even once. The trek is steep and you traverse through dense forests. As you reach Skandigiri you see the fort sprawled all across the hill. Due to its brilliant landscapes Karnataka Forest Department charges 15 bucks to people going up the hill.

Savanadurga
Located 60 km from Bangalore. Savandurga is close to Magadi taluk. These hills are 1226 m above sea level and are considered to have one of the largest monolith hills in India. Savanadurga consists of two hills; Karigudda (black hill) and Billigudda (white hill). These hills are a favorite amongst all adventurers.

Tip : A visit to a majority of these places would need special permission from the State Forest Department, but it is worth the trouble.