Kurinjal Peak trek in Kudremukh National Park is one of the best treks in the Western Ghat region with mesmerizing nature and lofty tropical forests. Located at a distance of nearly 300 Km from Bangalore, this trek will surely tickle your drowsy nerves and make you feel alive with its breathtaking surroundings and enchanting environment. The journey from Bangalore to Kurinjal is going to be breathtaking, where you can see nature slowly unfolding in front of your eyes.

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with the adventurous Kurinjal Peak Trek, one of the lesser-known peaks in the Western Ghats

Feel the calmness of nature as you listen to the sound of birds and rustling leaves and view the unique species of mosses, orchids, and butterflies

Unwind with magnificent views of rolling meadows and beautiful streams of water from the Kurinjal mountain

Enjoy comfortable pick-up from the selected points and reach the trekking point in Chikmagalur in a convenient way

Information

• Food: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner (All Veg included)
• Local Style Home-Based Food
• Trek difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
• stay: Camping stay on a sharing basis
• Duration of the Trip: 2 Days/1 Night
• Where: Near Kalasa, Chikmagalur, The amazing Western Ghats of Karnataka
• Trek Distance: 14 km Approximate
• Trail Type: Grasslands, Thick Forests, Ever-Flowing streams, and steep inclinations

Itinerary

Day 1

• Overnight Journey | Kurinjal Peak Trek
• On Friday, Get picked up in Bangalore from the following points and start your Kurinjal trekking tour.
• Begin your overnight journey toKurinjal.
• On the first day of your Kurinjal trek, you will reach around 07:00 AM.
• After having breakfast, we will reach the base camp.
• By 08:00 AM, we will start trekking to the top of Kurinjal Peak which is around 14 KM including both the ways.
• En route to the peak, have lunch in the midway.
• Once we reach the top, all of us can enjoy the relishing view of the serenity the peak has to offer.
• Return to the base camp around 06:00 PM after a trek.
• Enjoy the bonfire.
• Have the lip-smacking dinner and retire for the night.

Day 2

Sightseeing | End of Trek

• On Day 2, around 09:00 AM, you will grab a breakfast.
• Visit Belur Temple, nearby sightseeing offered By Guides
• Enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the Samse tea estate.
• Have a self-sponsored lunch on the way back
• Return to Bangalore around 11:00 PM and get back home with splendid memories,

Group size:

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

What’s included in Kurinjal Peak Trek

INCLUSIONS:

• Transportation (To & Fro Bangalore) Non Ac & Non sleeper
• Accommodation at our cosy Homestay/Tent Stay on a sharing basis – Separate rooms for men & women
• Meals – 2 Breakfast, 1 Packed Lunch, 1 Dinner (All veg)
• Forest Permits
• Trek Permits
• Forest Guide
• Campfire (If weather permits)
• Trek Leads from NammaTrip

EXCLUSIONS:

• Lunch on Sunday & any other meals not included
• Any Personal expenses like snacks, water, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance
• Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Pick up points

• Karachi Bakery – Indiranagar 9:00 PM
• Domlur – New Shanti Sagar Hotel 9:20PM
• Yeshwanthpur Konkan Express Hotel 10:15 PM
• Gorguntepalya – People Tree Hospital 10:30 PM
• Drop points are the same as the pickup points for this Kurinjal Peak Trek
• Once you’ve booked your tickets, we will reach out to you and provide you with more information like exact pick-up times, exact location, coach details and more on WhatsApp.
• Any changes in Pickup locations will be notified to the participants 10-12 hrs before the start of the trip.

Things to Carry

• Strong backpack for trekking
• Water bottles are at least 1-2 litres
• 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)
• Please don’t carry these while trekking;1) Plastic Water Bottles (refilling to non-plastic bottles is available)2) Plastic Lunch Box.
• (Carry one empty non-plastic Tiffin/Lunch Box)3) Carrying Snacks is allowed only without any plastic wrappers while trekking. ( Fill ur snacks into the box without wrappers)All these instructions apply only on the first day of trekking
• Sweaters/Jacket to bear the cold weather
• Good trekking shoes
• Camera/DSLR (if interested)
• Extra cash for Personal expenses/Meals not included

NOTES

• To organize a trip we need at least 10-12 bookings.
• It’s mandatory to provide government documents for Trek Permit like voter ID, Ration Card, Driving license, PAN card, or Passport.
• Choose a Friday Date for Saturday Trek
• Cleanliness is our top priority. So, please do not throw trash out anywhere in the trek place.
• Your equipment and equipment distributed are to be carried by yourself, like bags, sticks, etc.
• As you are exploring nature, don’t expect luxury. Washrooms are only available at the hotel campsite (you reach the hotel/campsite for breakfast).
• You agree to indemnify yourself for the risks involved in the outings varying from destination to destination.
• NammaTrip is not responsible for misplacing/loss of any personal belongings.