Best Monsoon Treks in Karnataka

Activity location: Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka

Starting day: Friday

End day: Sunday

Kurinjal Height: 5,751 ft. 

Kurinjal Trek Distance: 10 km (both ways)

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Distance from Bangalore: 350 Km

About Kurinjal Trek Chikmagalur:

The Kurinjal trek takes you to a 5,751 ft peak in the Chikmagalur Western Ghats, 350 km from Bangalore. The route is 10 km both ways and rated moderate to difficult. The trail runs through dense forest, shola grassland and rocky outcrops, with wide valley views, and it is popular with weekend trekkers who want something less crowded than the big-name peaks. You leave Bangalore on Friday night with a trek leader and a group. On Day 1 you reach the homestay in Chikmagalur, freshen up and have breakfast, then collect a packed lunch and start the trek. At the top you eat lunch with the views, and then you walk back down to the base and return to the homestay for the evening. On Day 2 you have breakfast, check out and stop at the Samse Tea Estate and the Belur temple on the way back to Bangalore. Lunch on the road is at your own cost, and you reach Bangalore on Sunday night. You can book the package with transportation, or the variant without transportation if you are travelling on your own. Pickup points include Majestic, Rajajinagar and Yeshwanthpur. This trek suits people who are comfortable walking about 10 km with a steady climb, groups of friends planning a weekend away, and photographers who like grassland and misty ridge scenery. The trail is at its most striking from June to September, when the grasslands are green, and from October to January, when the air is clearer. In the monsoon, expect wet and slippery ground and wear shoes with good grip. Carry a water bottle, hiking shoes, a backpack with waterproof lining, a rain jacket in the monsoon, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and book early for long weekends. Adventure seekers looking for challenging climbs can explore more Monsoon Treks Near Bangalore.

Activity location: Wayanad, Kerala

Starting day: Friday

End day: Saturday

Banasura Hill Height: 6,735 ft.

Banasura Hill Trek Distance: 7-8 km (both ways) 

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Distance from Bangalore: 270 Km

About Banasura Hill Trek, Wayanad: 

Banasura Hill is a 6,735 ft peak in Wayanad, Kerala, 270 km from Bangalore, and it is one of the highest points in the district. This 2-day trip covers a 7 to 8 km trek both ways, rated moderate to difficult, with caves along the route and views over the Banasura Sagar dam. It is a shorter route than many Western Ghats treks, so it suits people who want a proper climb without a full-day hike. You leave Bangalore on Friday night with a trek leader and a group. On Day 1 you arrive at the homestay in Kerala, freshen up and have breakfast, then collect a packed lunch and start the trek. At the summit you eat lunch with the views, and then you walk back down to the base and return to the homestay for the evening. On Day 2 you have breakfast, check out and visit Meenmutty Falls on the way back. Lunch on the road is at your own cost, and you reach Bangalore on Sunday. You book this as a package with transportation, and the page lists the departure dates. Pickup points for this trip are shown on the page. This trek is a good fit for first-time trekkers who are reasonably fit, for couples and friends on a weekend, and for anyone who wants to combine a mountain with a waterfall. Wayanad is greenest from June to September, but the grass slopes are slippery in the rain. From October to February the views are clearer and the ground is drier, which is the more comfortable season for a first trek. Carry a water bottle, hiking shoes with good grip, a rain jacket, a backpack with waterproof lining, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and reserve a slot early, because weekend slots fill up. Discover the best Monsoon Treks Near Bangalore for nature lovers.

Activity location: Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka

Starting day: Friday

End day: Sunday

Gangadikal Height: 4,806 ft

Gangadikal Trek Distance: 16 km approx.

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Distance from Bangalore: 320 Km

About Gangadikal Trek, Chikmagalur:

Gangadikal is a 4,806 ft peak inside Kudremukh National Park in Chikkamagaluru district, 320 km from Bangalore. The route is about 16 km, rated moderate to difficult, and it is a lesser-known trail that mixes a physical challenge with a quiet, spiritual feel. It suits people who want a long trek without the crowds of the bigger Chikmagalur names. You leave Bangalore on Friday night with a trek leader and a group. On Day 1 you arrive at the homestay in Chikkamagaluru, freshen up and have breakfast, then collect a packed lunch and start the trek. You reach the peak, eat with the views, and then start the descent back to the base. You return to the homestay in the evening. On Day 2 you wake up, have breakfast, pack and check out. You visit the Beluru temple and the Samse Tea Estate on the way back to Bangalore. Lunch on the road is at your own cost, and you reach Bangalore on Sunday night. You book this as a package with transportation, and the page lists the departure dates. Pickup points are shown on the page. This trek is a good fit for people who have done a couple of day treks and want a longer one, for groups of friends who like quieter trails, and for anyone who wants to explore Kudremukh National Park beyond the standard route. The trail is greenest from June to September, but slippery, and October to February is drier and clearer. Because it is inside a national park, forest department rules apply, and your trek leader will brief you at the start. Carry a water bottle, hiking shoes with good grip, a rain jacket, a backpack with waterproof lining, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and reserve a slot early. Want more trekking getaways? Discover the best Monsoon Treks Near Bangalore for nature lovers.

Activity Location: Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka 

Starting Day: Friday

End Day: Sunday

Kudremukh Height: 2,674 Ft

Kudremukh Trek Distance: 18 km

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Distance from Bangalore: 330 Km

About Kudremukh Trek, Chikmagalur: 

Kudremukh is one of the best-known treks near Bangalore. The route is 18 km, rated moderate to difficult, through dense shola forest, streams, bamboo and open green meadows in Chikmagalur district, 330 km from Bangalore. The peak is listed on this page at 2,674 ft. It is a long day on the trail, so it suits people who are comfortable walking for most of a day. You leave Bangalore on Friday night with a trek leader and a group. On Day 1 you reach the base camp at Kudremukh, freshen up, have breakfast and collect your packed lunch. You start the trek, reach the peak, and eat lunch with panoramic views, and then you begin the long descent back to the base. The meadow sections are the most photographed part of the route, and the monsoon and winter months add waterfalls and mist. On Day 2 you have breakfast, check out from the base camp and stop at the Beluru temple and the Samse Tea Estate on the way back to Bangalore. Lunch on the road is at your own cost, and arrival time depends on traffic. You can book the package with transportation or the variant without stay. Pickup points include Majestic, Shantala Silks at Rajajinagar and Navrang Theatre. This trek suits regular walkers who want a full-day hike, groups of friends, and photographers. Because it is a long route, a few weeks of walking practice beforehand will make the trip far more enjoyable. The trail is at its best from June to February. Carry a water bottle, hiking shoes, a backpack with waterproof lining, a rain jacket in the monsoon, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and book early. This trek is one of the most popular experiences featured in our Monsoon Treks Near Bangalore collection.

NOTE: Select the Friday date(Departure on Friday) for Saturday’s Trek.

Activity location: Sonaulim, Goa

Starting day: Friday

End day: Sunday

Dudhsagar Falls Trek Distance: 09-11 km (one side)

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Dudhsagar Falls Height: 1017 Ft

Distance from Bangalore: 550 Km

About Dudhsagar Waterfall Trek, Goa: 

Dudhsagar Falls drops 1,017 ft inside the Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary on the Goa border, and this 2-day trip takes you there on foot from Bangalore, 550 km away. The trek is 9 to 11 km one way, rated moderate to difficult, and follows forest trails, railway bridges and tunnels to the base of the falls. It is a long walk, but the route is mostly flat with a few slippery sections. You leave Bangalore on Friday night with a trek leader and a group. On Day 1 you reach the Dudhsagar check post, freshen up and have breakfast. You then start the trek through forest and along the railway line. At the falls you have lunch and spend time at the viewpoint before the walk back to the check post. On Day 2 you have breakfast and head to Dandeli, where you can try water sports at your own cost, or visit the Moulangi eco park instead. After a lunch stop on the road, also at your own cost, the group reaches Bangalore with a late arrival. You can book the package with transportation, or the variant without stay. Pickup points include Majestic, Rajajinagar and Yeshwanthpur. This trek is a good choice for groups of friends and for people who want to see a famous waterfall from the trail rather than from a train window. The falls are fullest from July to September, but the trail is also at its most slippery, and access can be restricted by the forest department in heavy rain, so dates may change. From October to January the water is lower and the walking is easier. Carry shoes with good grip, a rain jacket, a water bottle, a backpack with waterproof lining, a personal medical kit and an extra pair of clothes. Check the dates on this page and book early. If you enjoy mountain trails and scenic viewpoints, check out more destinations in our Monsoon Treks Near Bangalore guide.

Activity location: Kodachadri, Shimoga

Starting day: Friday

End day: Sunday

Kodachadri Trek Distance: 10 km

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Kodachadri Height: 5,735 ft. (1,343 m)

Distance from Bangalore: 380 Km

About Kodachadri Trek, Shimoga: 

Kodachadri is a 5,735 ft (1,343 m) peak near Shimoga in the Western Ghats, 380 km from Bangalore. This 2-day trek combines a jeep ride over rough forest roads with a 10 km trek, so you see the summit area and a waterfall without walking the whole route. It is rated moderate to difficult and is aimed at people with reasonable fitness. You leave Bangalore on Friday night and reach the Kodachadri base early on Saturday. After you freshen up and have breakfast, you collect a packed lunch and start with the jeep trek through rugged forest tracks towards the peak. You spend time at the summit, then trek to a waterfall in the afternoon and return to the homestay. The Western Ghats views from the top are the reason most people choose this trek. On Day 2 you wake up at your own pace, have breakfast and check out. The route back includes Devagange and Kavaledurga Fort, a hilltop fort with old stone architecture, before the drive to Bangalore. Lunch on the way is at your own cost. You reach Bangalore on Sunday night. You can book the package with transportation or the variant without stay. Pickup points on this trip include Majestic, Rajajinagar and Yeshwanthpur. This trek is a good fit for groups of friends, for anyone who wants a mountain and a waterfall in one weekend, and for trekkers who prefer a mix of jeep ride and walking. The best months are during and just after the monsoon, from about June to January, when the forest is green and the waterfalls are running. Pack a water bottle, hiking shoes, a backpack with waterproof lining, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes, a cap and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and reserve early for long weekends. Looking for similar overnight adventures? Explore more exciting Monsoon Treks From Bangalore.

Activity location: Madugundi, Karnataka 

Starting day: Friday

End day: Sunday

Bandaje Falls Height: 700 m 

Bandaje Falls Trek Distance: 9 - 12 km  

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Distance from Bangalore: 308 Km

About Bandaje Falls Trek, Dakshina Kannada:

Bandaje Falls, also called Bandaje Arbi, is a waterfall in the Western Ghats near Madugundi in Dakshina Kannada, 308 km from Bangalore. This 2-day trek covers 9 to 12 km depending on the route, and it is rated moderate to difficult. The page lists the height at about 700 m. The trail runs through forest to the falls, with an ancient fort and sunrise views among the highlights, and it is best known as a monsoon trek. You leave Bangalore on Friday night with a trek leader and a group. On Day 1 you arrive at the homestay, freshen up and have breakfast, then pack a lunch and start the trek. You reach the falls, eat with the views, and then walk back to the base, tired but done, before returning to the homestay for the evening. On Day 2 you have breakfast, pack your bags and check out. On the way back to Bangalore you stop at the Samse Tea Estate and the Kalasa hanging bridge, with waterfalls and the Belur temple in the plan as well. Lunch on the road is at your own cost, and you reach Bangalore on Sunday night. You can book the package with transportation, or the variant without stay if you arrange your own travel. Pickup points include Majestic, Rajajinagar and Yeshwanthpur. This trek is a good fit for people who have done a couple of shorter hikes, for groups of friends, and for anyone who wants a waterfall trail without a very early start. The falls are at their fullest from July to September, but the trail is also at its most slippery, so shoes with good grip and a rain jacket matter. After the monsoon, from October to January, the water is lower and the walking is easier. Carry a water bottle, hiking shoes, a rain jacket, a backpack with waterproof lining, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and book early.This trail is perfect for travelers planning scenic Monsoon trekking from Bangalore.

Activity location: Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka

Starting day: Friday

End day: Sunday

Netravati Peak Height: 4,986 ft

Netravati Peak Distance: 14 km approx.

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult 

Distance from Bangalore: 320 Km

About Netravati Trek, Chikmagalur:

The Netravati trek is a 2-day monsoon trek to a 4,986 ft peak in Chikmagalur's Kudremukh range. The route is about 14 km, rated moderate to difficult, and it is at its best from June to September, when the grasslands are green and the waterfalls on the route are running. Most people book it as a weekend trip from Bangalore, with a Friday night departure and a Sunday return. On Day 1 you reach the basecamp in Chikmagalur, freshen up and have breakfast, and then pack a lunch and start the trek. The trail climbs through grassland and forest to the peak, where you eat lunch with the views. You then start the long descent back to the base and return to the basecamp in the evening. The route is steady rather than technical, but it is a long walk, so good shoes and a steady pace are what get you through it. On Day 2 you have breakfast, check out of the basecamp and visit the Beluru temple and the Samse Tea Estate on the way back to Bangalore. Lunch on the road is at your own cost, and arrival time depends on traffic. You can book the package with transportation or the variant without stay, which is for people who arrange their own travel. Pickup points are shown on the page. This trek is a good fit for people who have done a few day treks and want a long route, for groups of friends, and for photographers who like misty grassland. If you are comparing Chikmagalur treks, Netravati is a longer route than Mullayanagiri and has fewer crowds than Kudremukh on peak weekends. Carry a water bottle, hiking shoes with good grip, a rain jacket, a backpack with waterproof lining, a personal medical kit, an extra pair of clothes and energy snacks. Check the dates on this page and book early. Love lush green landscapes and misty trails? Explore more Monsoon Treks from Bangalore.