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Kumara Parvatha Trek 2N/3D

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The Kumara Parvatha Trek is considered as one of the toughest treks in the Coorg region of Karnataka. Also known…

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The Kumara Parvatha Trek is considered as one of the toughest treks in the Coorg region of Karnataka. Also known as Pushparigi trek, this trek is quite famous amongst trekking enthusiasts and usually includes an overnight stay in the hills. Located in the western ghats, the Kumara Parvatha Trek (KP) at a height of 1712M is the second highest peak in Coorg. As a part of the gorgeous Pushpagiri range of the Western Ghats, the Kumara Parvatha is abundant in beauty, rich flora and luxuriant jungles. A perfect weekend trek for anyone looking to enter the world of trekking and experience the beauty of western ghats. Kumara Parvatha total trekking distance is 28 km. This trek is ideal for those who wish to enter the world of trekking and learn campsite basics and enjoy the wilderness. It will also help you prepare for your future Himalayan treks while presenting the unique diversity of the alluring Western Ghats. When it comes to treks in South India, the Kumara Parvatha Trek is of a moderate level difficulty meaning it needs a good fitness level and endurance to successfully undertake this trek.

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Day 1

Drive from Bangalore to Kukke Subramanya- 280 Kms

We start by 9 PM from common pick up points - Malleshwaram (near KC General Hospital), Rajajinagar (Metro Station - Tata Motors Showroom), Yeshwanthpur (Govardhan Theater) and Jalahalli (Bureau of Indian Standards) in Bangalore and reach Kukke Subramanya by early hours of Saturday.

Day 2

Trek starts from Kukke Subramanya temple- 16 Kms.

After having breakfast, start the trek by 10 am. The first quarter of the trek is through thick forest. You need to be fit to cover this trek comfortably due to the fact that the trail is a continuous ascent. After trekking through the woods for around 6 km, the trail opens into a grassland ascending slightly for another kilometre until it reaches Bhattara Mane (Bhatt’s House). You can stop here for food and water, and make use of restrooms. There are no public toilets after this point. A short distance from the cottage is the forest office where you need to take permission at a cost of INR 250 per person for trekking and camping. The flat grassland is perfect for setting up tents. Trekkers usually camp nearby for the night, as camping beyond this point is prohibited. Another option for lodging is Bhatt’s House – you can seek shelter for the night in his front yard as well.

Day 3

Trek from Battru mane to Kukke Subramanya- 10 Kms.

Start trekking to peak by 5.00-6.00 am as it’s a long day today. You can leave your equipment at the forest office and collect it while returning. You slowly gain altitude as you start trekking. After walking for about an hour through the plains, the trail reaches Kallu Mandapa, a pavilion of sorts, next to a stream on the right side. This is the last source of water until the peak so fill water here. Then the trail descends to a few hundred metres, before ascending once again, scaling the Shesh Parvatha. The hike uphill is steep, and the toughest part of the entire journey. The trail is clear and visible, and cuts across boulders, gaining altitude steadily for around 5 km. There is dense forest to the left, and a sheer drop to the right. Reaching Shesha Parvatha from the forest office takes 5-6 hours. On reaching Shesha Parvatha, the trail begins to descend again., for about 200-300 meters, towards the final summit. Now begins the territory of high-altitude forests, silent and misty in the morning. Keep an eye out for cobras on this part of the trail. The descent ends in a smallish clearing, which used to be a popular camping point earlier, and is a good spot to take a short break. The next, and final, part of the journey is all uphill, coursing past huge boulders along the way. Eventually, you will arrive in front of a tall, completely vertical rock face. The trail picks up from the left of this wall, and leads to the top of it, winding through rocky terrain again. This is followed by a short walk through a meadow which leads to the summit. This is a good place to have lunch and sit for a while, before beginning the walk back down along the same route. Plan to start your descent latest by 1.30 pm. It takes 3-4 hours to return to the forest office, and 2.5 hours more to get to the base. Take an overnight journey to Bangalore.

Food as per menu on the trek ( Starting Breakfast on Day 1)
Forest Permits/Camping Charges , if any (Upto the amount charged for Indian nationals)
Trek Guide, Cook, Helpers
Services of a Trek Leader
Safety Equipment
Transportation from Bangalore to Bangalore.
Tents and sleeping bags

Whats Not Included?

Meals during road journeys
Cost of any kind of travel insurance.
Any expense of personal nature
Any expense not specified in the inclusion list
Portage of personal rucksacks

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