12 trekking trails in the Western Ghats from Bengaluru on weekends

12 Trekking trails in the Western Ghats from Bengaluru on the weekends !

Dabbe falls

• • Place: Located near Shivamogga, Karnataka, Dabbe Falls is a beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.
    

    Dabbe Falls, Karnataka

• Duration of the trek: The trek to Dabbe Falls is a short and easy one, taking about 2-3 hours to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Dabbe Falls.
• Recommendations: The best time to visit Dabbe Falls is during the monsoon season (July-September) when the waterfall is at its fullest.

Yettinabhuja

• Place: Yettinabhuja is a peak in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, known for its challenging trek and stunning views.

• Duration of the trek: The trek to Yettinabhuja takes about 2-3 days to complete.

• Places to stay: There are a few camps and guesthouses available near the base of Yettinabhuja.

• Recommendations: The best time to trek Yettinabhuja is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant.

Didupe & Eramai waterfalls

• Place: Didupe and Eramai waterfalls are two beautiful waterfalls located near Chikmagalur, Karnataka.

  

  Didupe waterfalls, Karnataka

• Duration of the trek: The trek to Didupe and Eramai waterfalls is a moderate one, taking about 4-5 hours to complete.

• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Didupe and Eramai waterfalls.

• Recommendations: The best time to visit Didupe and Eramai waterfalls is during the monsoon season (July-September) when the waterfalls are at their fullest.

Kumaraparvatha

• Place: Kumaraparvatha is the second-highest peak in Karnataka, known for its challenging trek and scenic beauty.
  

  Kumaraparvatha, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Kumaraparvatha takes about 3-4 days to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few camps and guesthouses available near the base of Kumaraparvatha.
• Recommendations: The best time to trek Kumaraparvatha is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant.

Kudremukha

• Place: Kudremukha is a mountain range in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, known for its lush greenery and scenic beauty.
  

  Kudremukha, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Kudremukha takes about 2-3 days to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few camps and guesthouses available near Kudremukha.
• Recommendations: The best time to trek Kudremukha is during the monsoon season (July-September) when the greenery is at its best.

Brahmagiri

• Place: Brahmagiri is a wildlife sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, known for its diverse flora and fauna.
  

  Brahmagiri, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Brahmagiri takes about 2-3 days to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few camps and guesthouses available near Brahmagiri.
• Recommendations: The best time to trek Brahmagiri is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant.

Kannor Kote

• Place: Kannor Kote is a fort located in the Sagara taluk, it was ruled by Rani Chenamma (also she was popularly known as “Pepper Queen” during the 17th century, known for its historical significance and scenic beauty.
  

  Kannor Kote, Kerala
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Kannor Kote takes about 2-3 hours to complete one way.
• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Jog falls
• Recommendations: The best time to visit Kannor Kote is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant. (Forest permission from Shimoga wildlife forest division is mandatory, entering without permission can be a illegal)

Kodachadri

• Place: Kodachadri is a mountain peak in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, known for its challenging trek and stunning views.
  

  Kodachadri, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Kodachadri takes about 2-3 days to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few camps and guesthouses available near Kodachadri.
• Recommendations: The best time to trek Kodachadri.

Mullayanagiri

• • Place: Mullayanagiri is the highest peak in Karnataka, India, and is known for its stunning views and challenging trek.
    

    Mullayanagiri, Karnataka

• Duration of the trek: The trek to Mullayanagiri takes about 4-5 hours to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Mullayanagiri.
• Recommendations: The best time to trek Mullayanagiri is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant.

Dudhsagar Waterfalls

• Place: Dudhsagar Waterfalls is a located on the border of Karnataka and Goa, India, and is known for its milky white water and stunning beauty.
  

  Dudhsagar Waterfalls, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Dudhsagar Waterfalls takes about 4-5 hours to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Dudhsagar Waterfalls.
• Recommendations: The best time to visit Dudhsagar Waterfalls is during the monsoon season (July-September) when the waterfalls are at their fullest.

Tadiyendamol

• Place: Tadiyendamol is the highest peak in Coorg, Karnataka, India, and is known for its challenging trek and stunning views.
  

  Tadiyendamol, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Tadiyendamol takes about 4-5 hours to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Tadiyendamol.
• Recommendations: The best time to trek Tadiyendamol is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant.

Ballalarayanadurga

• Place: Ballalarayanadurga is a fort located in the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India, and is known for its historical significance and scenic beauty.
  

  Ballalarayanadurga, Karnataka
• Duration of the trek: The trek to Ballalarayanadurga takes about 2-3 hours to complete.
• Places to stay: There are a few homestays and lodges available near Ballalarayanadurga.
• Recommendations: The best time to visit Ballalarayanadurga is during the winter season (October-March) when the weather is pleasant.