Kodachadri trek via Hidlumane falls

Kodachadri, Karnataka

2 Days 1 Night

Moderate to difficult

Overview

The Kodachadri Hidlumane Trek is a scenic and moderately challenging adventure in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. Enjoy dense forests, cascading waterfalls, and panoramic views as you hike through the Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary.

The trail spans roughly 24-28 km via Hidlumane Falls, climbing to about 1,343 m. It blends lush shola forests, grasslands, and rich history?Adi Shankaracharya is believed to have meditated here. Forest department registration and booking IDs are mandatory before trekking.

Trip Facts

Activity Location: Kodachadri Peak, Shivamogga district (Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary)
Start Points: Nittur or Marakutaka village
Trek Distance: Around 28 km round trip via Hidlumane Falls
Altitude: Approximately 1,343 m

Essentials

Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
Tour Type: Daily Tour
Group Size: Unlimited
Languages: --

Highlights

Hidlumane Waterfalls: a refreshing multi-tiered cascade along the route.

Dense shola forests, steep climbs, and open grasslands with panoramic ridge views.

Kodachadri Peak sunsets/sunrises with a visit to the historic Mookambika Temple.

Itinerary

Day 0 - Pickup Points & Timings

7:30 PM ? Karachi Bakery, Indiranagar
7:45 PM ? Domlur Skywalk, Domlur
9:00 PM ? Yeshwantpur Metro Station (towards Tumkur side)
9:15 PM ? People Tree Hospitals, Goraguntepalya

Day 1

6:00 AM reach the base camp or homestay.
7:30 AM breakfast; 8:30 AM start the trek with packed lunch.
1:00 PM lunch (packed); 4:30 PM start descending from the peak.
6:45 PM tea/snacks; 7:00 PM campfire if weather permits; 8:30 PM dinner.

Day 2

7:30 AM breakfast; 8:30 AM check out from the homestay.
9:00 AM Devagange Pond visit; 11:30 AM Nagara Fort visit.
1:30 PM self-sponsored lunch on the way.
By 10:00 PM reach Bangalore.

Things to Carry

Any other Govt. ID (Aadhar preferred - Hard Copy)
Good Grip Shoes (Running/Trekking)
2 Set of Clothes Minimum (Dry Fits preferred)
Empty lunch box
Sandals / flip flops
Small bag to carry your essentials during the trek
Water bottle
Raincoat or a poncho
Cold protective clothes - Sweaters / Jackets
Torch
Energy Bars, Fruits
Sun cap, sunglass and Cream
Charger / power bank for electronics
Personal medications if any

Included/Excluded

Included

Sight seeing
Trekking
Transport
Pick up and drop from/to Bangalore
2 Breakfast / 1 Pack lunch / 1 Dinner
Trek Permits
Trek Leads from Native Trekking
Local Guides

Excluded

Any purchase incurred apart from the above
Travel and Medical Insurance
Any Additional Expenses due to uncertainties (Fall, injuries or emergency)
Additional Service or Sightseeing

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Kodachadri Package Details

Activity Location: Kodachadri, Karnataka | Start Points: Nittur or Marakutaka
Kodachadri Trek Distance: Around 28 Km (via Hidlumane Falls)
Trek Difficulty: Moderate to difficult | Altitude: ~1,343 m
Guided by local experts with trek permits
Tour Type: Daily Tour | Group Size: Unlimited | Languages: --
Trek permits included

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