Duration

14 hours

M-Ticket

Accepted

Overview

Skandagiri,also historically known as Kalwarbetta or Kalavara Durga is a mountain fortress located around 70 km from Bangalore. This tiring yet much rewarding trek takes you through a spectacular journey amidst the wilderness. Starting by 11 pm from Bangalore, reach the base point by midnight and hereby begins the night trek. The serene and sublime atmosphere around Skandagiri will definitely boost up your adrenaline. This 8km trek can easily be completed within 4 to 5 hours of ascending and decending.

Information

• Slots for the trip: Usually between 10-20
• Distance: Around 75 kms from Bengaluru
• Starting time: Friday/Saturday night at 11 PM approx
• Ending time: Saturday/Sunday afternoon around 1.30 PM approx
• Stay: No Stay
• Food: 1 Breakfasts (Veg)
• Local Style Home Based Food
• Trek difficulty: Moderate- Challenging
• Duration of the Trip: 1 Night
• Trek Distance: 8 km (up & down) Approximate
• Not a Beginner Friendly
• Trail Type: Grasslands, Thick Forests, Ever-Flowing streams, and steep inclinations

Itinerary

• 11:00 PM Pick up starts from Bangalore
• 3:00 AM : Those who have chosen your own mode of transport has to reach by the time.
• 03:30 AM Reach Skandagiri base
• 04:00 AM Start the hike to peak Skandagiri
• 05:30 AM Finish the hike, relax
• 06:30 AM Relax until sunrise
• 07:00 AM Descend towards the base
• 09:00 AM Head to the nearby restaurant. Freshen up & have breakfast
• 10:30 AM Head back to Bangalore
• 01:30 PM Reach Bangalore

Group size:

•  Traveler: 10-15 pax + 1 Trek Leader
•  Minibus: 25-30 pax + 2 Trek Leader

What’s included

• Transportation
• Meals – 1 Breakfast (All veg)
• Tickets & Entry charges to places visited in the itinerary
• Forest Permits
• Trek Leads from NammaTrip

What’s not included

• Any Personal expenses like snacks, water, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance
• Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Pick up points

1. RR Nagar (11:00 PM) – Gopalan Arcade, Mysore road
2. Banashankari (11:30 PM) – Bus Stop
3. BTM (11:50 PM) – Udupi Garden Bus Stop, Near A2B
4. Silk Board (12:10 AM) – Prashant hotel (towards marathali road)
5. Marathahalli (12:40 AM) – Opposite to Kalamandir
6. Tin Factory (01:00 AM) – Bus Stop
7. Hebbal Opp Esteem Mall – 1:20AM

Important Notes

1. Cleanliness is Our top most priority.Please do not throw trash out anywhere in the open.
2. Those who choose own mode of transport ( Without Transport) Make sure to reach the base By 3:oo AM
3. Kindly check with us before you proceed with the booking
4. Incase of permits not issued by the government & customers proceed with a booking without asking with the tour operator, you ll be ascertained with a alternative options or reschudle can be done on the same. Note : No refunds will be done for it.
5. Your equipment and equipment distributed are to be carried by self, like bags, sticks, etc.
6. As you are exploring nature, don’t expect luxury. Washrooms are only available at the hotel campsite (you reach the hotel/campsite for breakfast).
7. You agree to indemnify yourself for the risks involved in the outings varying from destinations to destinations.
8. NammaTrip is not responsible for misplacing/loss of any personal belongings.

Things to Carry

• Face mask and sanitizer
• Strong backpack for trekking
• Water bottles are at least 1-2 liters
• Extra set of clothes (if necessary)
• A Poly Bag to carry your wet clothes back to Bangalore
• Sunscreen and sunglasses (optional)
• Cap/hat
• Toiletries: – comb, towel, soap, tissue paper, Toothbrush and other essentials etc. (if necessary)
• Raincoat or a poncho
• Personal medication if any
• A torch with new batteries (can be managed by mobile light)
• One plastic box if you want to carry energy boosters like Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Juice packs, Glucon-D, etc. should keep waste rappers with self, till you reach back to homestay or bangalore, it is necessary to maintain forest cleanliness as a traveler
• Sweaters/Jacket to bear the cold weather
• Good trekking shoes
• Camera/DSLR (if interested)
• Extra cash for Personal expenses/Meals not included

Things to carry

Things not allowed

Redemption Process

• Upon completing your reservation, anticipate receiving a comprehensive email and SMS containing booking details. Present your SMS or booking confirmation email at the reception counter during check-in.
• Access your booking information easily by logging into your account on Explorebees.com and navigating to the "Active Bookings" page in the dashboard.

Environmental Note: In the spirit of environmental consciousness, please refrain from printing unless explicitly specified. Let's be mindful of our impact— trees have feelings too!

Cancellation Policy

• 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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