Kumara Parvatha Trek, Coorg

The second highest peak in Coorg and sixth-highest in Karnataka, Kumara Parvatha is a delightful place for all nature lovers. The main attraction of this place is the natural beauty that it offers. The thick forest, wild flora and fauna, and the huge volcanic rocks make it one of the most famous places for travelers.

Due to this, Kumara Parvatha has become a paradise for all trekkers. It is considered to be one of the most difficult trekking trails in the Southern Region. Other than trekking and natural beauty, Kumara Parvatha is known for Kukke Subramanya Temple, which is a celebrated pilgrimage site in the region.

Places to visit near Kumara Parvatha are:

1. Mandalpatti: This lush green and mesmerizing place provides you with a stop where you can enjoy a day having loads of fun in a calm surroundings. This little town also offers a trek challenging many famous trekkers.
2. Madikeri: From beautiful waterfalls to many ancient temples, here you can find anything needed to complete a trip. The place holds many ancient ruins open for all and serves some famous delicacies.
3. Sakleshpur: This hill station is located in the Western Ghats and holds numerous slopes covered with the sea. Having the Arabian Sea on one side and mesmerizing mountains on the other, this place will let you enjoy the best sceneries.

The best time to go for Kumara Parvatha Trekking is during the winter that is between October to January. The winters in the South are not harsh and offer a pleasant atmosphere to trek. The summers are not that great to trek here.

It might get scorching hot and humid which can be a torment to the trekkers. The monsoons between June to September are also a good time to go trekking. The weather is nice, hills bloom in thick vegetation, flora and fauna are at their best.

The total trek distance to and from Kumara Parvatha is 28 Kilometres. The difficulty level of the entire trek trail is moderate to difficult and mostly goes through the forests. Men, women, and children can take part in this expedition but need to be physically fit and strong.

The trek to Kumara Parvatha can be termed as a moderately difficult trek. The total Kumara Parvatha trekking distance is about 26km Kukke Trek and 14km Somwarpet trek. The trek will pose a handful of challenges for first-time trekkers however it would be super easy and relaxed for avid trekkers.

If you have decent physical fitness then you can easily surpass all the obstacles that come your way. This trekking expedition will tire you and drain out all your energy but at the same time, it will delight you with amazing landscapes and stunning views. It would truly be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you and you should give it a try. 

If you are looking forward to taking part in the Kumara Parvatha Trekking then you would need to have good physical fitness. The Kumara Parvatha trek difficulty is considered to be a bit challenging for first-timers. However, trekkers with a decent level of physical fitness can easily conquer the Kumara Parvatha trek distance.

You will be assisted at all points of trekking by expert trekkers who will lead the squad and help you surpass the obstacles. The trek is comparatively a bit longer and tougher than other treks in Karnataka but it is worth your exhaustion and time. So, give it a try.