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Kudremukha Weekend Getaway

Kudremukha • Western Ghats

  • 2 Days / 1 Night
  • Starts from Bengaluru
  • Kudremukha • Western Ghats
  • From ₹4,499 per person

Overview

Escape to Kudremukha, one of Karnataka's most beautiful hill destinations — a horse-face-shaped peak surrounded by lush shola forests and rolling green grasslands in the Western Ghats.

The trip is compact and punchy — an early Saturday drive, a scenic peak trek, cool mountain air and a cosy homestay dinner. You're back in Bengaluru by Sunday evening feeling completely reset.

Route

Bengaluru (Trip start point) → Chikkamagaluru (Breakfast halt en route) → Kudremukha (Peak trek & homestay)

Highlights

  • Kudremukha Peak Trek
  • Western Ghats Views
  • Rolling Grasslands
  • Shola Forests
  • Homestay Stay
  • Weekend Reset

Day-wise Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bengaluru to Kudremukha — Check-in & Sunset Walk

    Early morning drive from Bengaluru to Kudremukha (7–8 hours) with breakfast en route. Check into a cozy homestay near the base village. Freshen up, enjoy a local Malnad lunch and head out for a leisurely sunset walk along the grasslands. Bonfire dinner and overnight stay.

  2. Day 2

    Kudremukha Peak Trek & Return Drive

    Early morning trek to Kudremukha peak (approx 9 km one way, moderate difficulty) with breathtaking views of layered ridges and shola valleys. Post lunch, check out and drive back to Bengaluru with a scenic stop at Hanuman Gundi Falls (weather permitting).

Inclusions

  • 1 night stay in a comfortable homestay near Kudremukha
  • All meals — breakfast, lunch, dinner and bonfire snacks
  • Round trip transport from Bengaluru in a private vehicle
  • Trek permit and local trek guide
  • All toll, parking and driver charges
  • Phone and WhatsApp assistance during your journey

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses, tips and laundry
  • Any activity not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Camera charges at the trek entry (if applicable)
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is the Kudremukha trek?

It is a moderate 18 km round trip trek with a steady gradient. Reasonable fitness is enough — no technical skills required. Wear comfortable trekking shoes.

Do we need a trek permit?

Yes. The trek is inside Kudremukha National Park and needs a Forest Department permit which we arrange for you. Carry a valid photo ID.

What should I pack?

Trekking shoes, a light jacket, cap, sunscreen, water bottle, quick-drying clothes, small backpack and personal medication.

Is it safe in the monsoon?

The peak trek is closed during peak monsoon (June–August) due to leeches and slippery conditions. Sept–March is the best window.

Can I customise the trip?

Yes. We can add Mullayanagiri, Kalhatti Falls or Chikkamagaluru coffee estate stays to extend the trip.

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Need help choosing the right package? Speak directly with the South Zone Holidays team in Bengaluru — or call +91 96696 69360.

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