Makalidurga Trek Highlights
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Indulge in rock-climbing activity as you make your way through the rugged path to reach the top
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Experience the trek with the assistance of a guide and know more about the culture and history of the location
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Join the amazing Makali Durga night trek and get ready to admire a picturesque sunrise view from a height of 1117 meters
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Join the amazing Makali Durga night trek and grab this chance to see a picturesque sunrise view from a height of 1117 meters
Makalidurga Trek Overview
Activity Location: Bangalore
Activity Timings: (10:00 PM Day 1 to 12:00 PM Day 2)
Makalidurga Trek Distance: 7-8 KM ( Both ways)
Summit Height: 1117m
Pick Up/Drop Locations:
- RR Nagar (11:00 PM) - Gopalan Arcade, Mysore road
- Banashankari (11:30 PM) - Bus Stop
- BTM (11:50 PM) - Udupi Garden Bus Stop, Near A2B
- Silk Board (12:10 AM) - Prashant hotel (towards marathali road)
- Marathahalli (12:30 AM) - Opposite to Kalamandir
- Tin Factory (12:50 AM) - Bus Stop
About Makalidurga Trek, Bangalore:
Nestling on the top of the hill, Makalidurga is the best destination near Bangalore to embark on a trekking adventure. It is a place filled with spirituality and heritage with the old temple of Shiva with Nandi. With a lake snuggling on the west side of the hill, the destination becomes a perfect one to explore. Explore the fort of Vijaynagar used by its empire to train the soldiers and a Shiva temple as you ascend.
About The Activity:
- The timings of the Makalidurga Trek are from 11:00 PM on Day 1 to 1:00 AM on day 2.
- Get indulged in this overnight experience of night trekking near Bangalore at Makalidurga.
- Get picked up from your respective pick-up points and set off on your journey to the base village of Makalidurga night trek.
- Reach the base location and get ready to embark on your exciting trek of 7-8 KM ( Both ways) distance and hike to a height of 1117 m.
- Begin this exciting trek after the briefing and guidance of an experienced instructor.
- Traverse through the rugged trails and enjoy rock climbing activity along with the fascinating views of the lake from the top along and explore the surroundings that include an ancient Shiva temple and old remnants of the fort.
- Stay there and soak in the spell-binding views of the stunning sunrise with your companions.
- Start descending to your base location, followed by a visit to the nearest local restaurant to get freshened up.
- Have your breakfast there and head back to Bangalore in shared transfers.
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Makalidurga Trek, Bangalore with Transportation
More Details about Makalidurga Trek
Know Before You Go for Makalidurga Trek
- Do not carry valuables like jewellery or similar possessions.
- Consumption of alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek; smoking during the trek is also not allowed.
- Usages of plastic bags are strictly prohibited during the trek.
- The Makalidurga falls under eco-friendly zone; do not participate in plucking flowers, creating noise or disturb the vicinity in any form
- While trekking, tuck-in your tracks into the socks.
- Wear double layered socks to avoid direct contact of leeches during the tour.
- Do not wear tight-fit clothes as they might hinder your movement during the Makalidurga night trek.
- All participants aged 12+ years can participate in the Makalidurga night trek they will be considered adults and charged at adult rates.
- Min 2 people are required to book the Makalidurga trek.
- Timings are tentative ( as per seasonal sessions )
Things To Carry for Makalidurga Trek
- Head torch
- Water bottle
- Hiking shoes
- Led torch (with extra batteries)