Trekking Around Bangalore

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Trekking around Bangalore

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Karnataka

• Karnataka is blessed abundantly with natures
  splendour. From hills, mountains, lakes, rivers
  and sea, it has a number of options for tourists
  and nature lovers alike. No wonder it attracts a
  huge number of tourists from across the country
  or outside through the year. 
• Be it the mountains for adventure aficionados or
  some quiet seaside getaway, the possibilities are
  numerous. From a trekkers perspective, Bangalore
  can spoil you for choice with its superb trekking
  trails. Let us explore three of the popular
  trails that will leave you mesmerised.

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Nandi Hills,Bangalore

• About 61 km away from Bangalore, you can trek to
  Nandi Hills anytime of the yearsummer, winter or
  monsoon. The stone stairway trail lined with tall
  and shady eucalyptus trees at the hills is not
  that arduous for a fit person.
• During the three hours trek, as you ascend the
  hills, it is a bird watchers delight. The
  surrounding peaks jut out as you go higher up and
  the view of the city is simply breathtaking. 
• The higher you climb, all that you see are the
  clouds covering the landscape below, moving and
  floating with the wind. After over an hours
  time, the fort comes to view

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Spectacular View from top of Nandhi Hills
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Skandagiri Trek

• Also called the Kalavara Durga, Skandagiri Hill
  is situated around 60 km from Bangalore. The 8-km
  trek takes nearly three-and-a-half hours.
• Plan a trek to this place between November and
  February when it is the best to be there.
  Overlooking the Nandi Hills, Skandagiri Hill
  houses a fort and a temple dating back to the
  Tipu Sultan era.
• Both might be in ruins now, but the view from the
  hill top cannot compare to anything else. If you
  are game for camping, you can pitch in a tent for
  the night and wake up to a spectacular sunrise.

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A view of Sunrise from Skandagiri Hill
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Savandurga Trek

• Savandurga Hill lies very close to Bangalore, as
  it is only 50 km away. A favourite among
  trekkers, this hill comprises the Billigudda and
  Karigudda peaks. However, follow the trail that
  is clearly defined with markings or take a guide
  as it is a dense forest area there are chances of
  getting lost.
• The Billigudda peak is considered to be safe with
  markings clearly defined. Also, the large
  boulders have ensured sparse vegetation. As you
  ascend, at each level, you will keep seeing the
  seven walls of Tipu Sultans fort.

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• Once you are on top of the hill, all your
  exhaustion will disappear as you see the view of
  the landscape.
• The 4-km trek can be best done from November to
  February. Avoid trekking to Savandurga Hill
  during the monsoon as the trail can get dangerous.

Way to Billigudda peak
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• The treks can be challenging at some points but
  exercise caution and enjoy the view as you
  ascend. To book your bus tickets for Bangalore,
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