Kuntibetta Day Trek
Overview
Kunti Betta Trek is a 2882 feet high slope it is one of the most renowned and thrilling trekking encounters one can experience near Mysore. Kunti Betta is two rocky hills surrounded by sugarcane, paddy fields & coconut trees in the Pandavapura of Mandya District which is 30 km from Mysore and 125 km away from Bangalore. Legend has it that Pandavas from Mahabharata and their mother Kunti dwelled in the caverns of this hill during the time of their exile. The hillock was Kunti's preferred spot as she invested a great deal of her time here; consequently, the mountain is named Kunti Betta. At the head of the slope is a utensil molded stone and a stone pestle, where it is said she used to prepare and granulate food, hence this hill is otherwise called Onake Betta ( Onake implies pestle in Kannada). These slopes were previously called 'French Rocks' as the French armed force who had helped Tipu Sultan in his war against the British utilized this spot as their outdoor ground. The Pandavas have finished their 12-year long exile here. Therefore the town is named 'Pandavapura'.
The Kunti Betta trail is a short but fairly technical one. It includes steep ascents and descents (some rock faces require rope aid for the inexperienced trekker). Traversing first up and over a hillock and then all the way up Kunti Betta, you constantly have the Thonnur Lake in view. The terrain consists of volcanic granite rock and boulders, with brief stretches of moorland (short grass, shrubby trees, and bush). You know you are at the summit when you see the Stone pillar. Great views of surrounding fields, hillocks, and the Thonnur lake, make the Stone pillar the perfect viewpoint. If on a night trek, there are spots sheltered from the high winds by boulders that are great for lighting a campfire.
What's included
Itinerary
- Leave from Mysore at 8:30 AM ( Day 0 )
- Reach The Base and Rest for a while
- Start the trek at 10:30 AM ( approx )
- Reach the Top
- Explore and Try out Challenges
- Descend and reach the base by 4 PM (approx)
- Head to the town for a sumptuous breakfast
- Reach Mysore by 6:00 PM ( approx)
Know Before you go
- Trek gradient: Easy to Moderate. It is a fabulous trek for beginners. The trail passes through the rocky boulders, grasslands, and granite outcrops
- Approximate time: 2 to 3 hours to complete this trek.
- Trekking distance: 4 km up and down
- Everyone must get their photo ID cards - like Aadhar or Driving License!
- Start trek after an easy warm-up
- Optional swimming with life jackets
- For safety purposes, this activity is not recommended for women who are more than 3 months pregnant, anyone that has had major surgery, or has a broken leg/arm, has chronic back or neck pains, etc.
Things To Carry
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Cancellation Policy
- No refund if cancelled : We know plans can change, and we're here to help. Unfortunately, no refunds are available once a booking is confirmed. Your reservation is final, and modifications or reschedules can't be accommodated. In case of cancellation, a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
- Unforeseen Circumstances : This activity requires good weather. In cases of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions leading this activity cancellations, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Refund Process : Refunds will be credited to the original booking payment source within 10 business days, and cash refunds will not be issued
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