About The Event
Tripbae presents "Gangadikal Trek and Kalasa Temple Escape"
Join us on a refreshing weekend journey that combines scenic trails gushing waterfalls peaceful temples and the misty charm of Chikkamagaluru.
Highlights:
> Samse Tea Estate
> Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple
> Soormane Waterfalls
> Hanging Bridge Kalasa
> Gangadikal Trek
> Experience nature`s serenity and the spiritual energy of the Western Ghats all in one thrilling weekend!
Itinerary:
Day 0 - Departure from Bengaluru
We will pick up our fellow explorers at the following locations.
> 10:00 PM: Start from Banashankari
> 10:15 PM: Quick pickup BTM Layout
> 10:30 PM: Next stop Silk Board
> 10:45 PM: Board at Bellandur
> 11:00 PM: Assemble at Marathahalli
> 11:30 PM: Pickup at Tin Factory
> 11:50 PM: Picking up at Indira Nagar
> 12:00 AM: Meet us at Halasuru
> 12:10 AM: Join at MG Road
> 12:30 AM: Board at Mekhri Circle
> 12:40 AM: Quick pickup at Yeshwanthpura
> 12:50 AM: Last pickup at Goraguntepalya
Note: Travel time may vary due to traffic. All listed locations will be covered as planned.
Day 1 - Waterfalls for the Eyes Temples for the Soul
> 06:00 AM - 07:00 AM: Check in to the homestay
> 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM: Freshen up and enjoy breakfast
> 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Visit the lush Samse Tea Estate
> 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Head to Horanadu Temple have darshan and lunch temple prasadam or nearby hotel self sponsored
> 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM: Visit the hidden Soormane Falls Jeep ride self sponsored
> 05:30 PM: Stop at Hanging Bridge Kalasa for photos and views
> 07:00 PM: Return to homestay dinner and overnight stay
Day 2 - Gangadikal Trek
> 05:30 AM: Wake up call
> 06:00 AM - 07:30 AM: Freshen up breakfast and pick up your packed lunch
> 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM: Jeep ride to the base of Gangadikal
> 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM: Ascend Gangadikal and enjoy the views
> 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM: Have packed lunch amidst nature
> 02:30 PM: Start descent
> 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM: Reach homestay relax with tea and snacks
> 08:00 PM: Depart for Bengaluru
Day 3 - Homeward Bound
> 05:00 AM: Arrive in Bengaluru
Drop off Points: Same as pickup points. Please ensure you collect all belongings before deboarding.
Drop off Schedule:
> 04:00 AM: Goraguntepalya
> 04:10 AM: Yeshwanthpura
> 04:20 AM: KTM Mekhri Circle
> 04:30 AM: MG Road
> 04:45 AM: Halasuru
> 05:00 AM: Indira Nagar
> 05:15 AM: Tin Factory
> 05:20 AM: Marathahalli
> 05:30 AM: Bellandur
> 05:45 AM: Silk Board
> 06:00 AM: BTM Layout
> 06:15 AM: Banashankari
Trek Departure:
Day 0: With Transportation INR 3239
Day 1: Without Transportation INR 1879
Note: Forest permit is mandatory. Please obtain it from the Aranya Vihara website before booking. Tripbae does not arrange or include forest permits.
Details /Inclusion of the Trip:
> Nights/ Days: 3 Nights 2 Days
> Travel: Tempo Traveler Mini Bus with push back seats.
> Accommodation: Camping in a Tent or Staying in a Shared Dormitory.
> Food: 2 Breakfasts 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner on Day 1 and Day 2
> Photography: Landscape Photography and Nature Photography.
> Sightseeing: Gangadikal Peak Trek Hanging Bridge in Kalasa Adi Shaktyamaka Shri Annapoorneshwari Temple.
