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Savanadurga Trek with Manchanabelle | From Bangalore

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Savanadurga Trek
Machanbelle Dam
Savanadurga
Dodda Aalada Mara

₹1700

Book the exciting trek to Savanadurga, combined with a visit to Manchanabelle Dam and Dodda Aalada Mara.

Description

Savanadurga is an ideal one-day trek from Bangalore, Karnataka. The entire hill is a single monolith making it Asia’s largest monolith! Savanadurga the most desiring treks for many in Bangalore due to variety of reasons. Be it the astonishing views from the top, or the adventurous trek through the rocks, caves, mini forest. Combine this with a visit to Manchanabelle Dam and Dodda Aalada Mara and it will ensure your day becomes more exciting!

Savanadurga

Savanadurga is a hill cluster that includes two hills: Karigudda (Translates to Black Hill) and Biligudda (White Hill). This trek will take you through the Biligudda, as you trek through the rocky terrain, exploring few ruined walls of the fort, and reaching the summit in just 3 hours! From the top of Savanadurga, you can view the picturesque plains of this regions.

Savanadurga
Savanadurga: View from top

Manchanabelle Dam

Manchanabelle Dam is built across River Arkavathi is a picturesque place. It is a perfect place to sit and relax after the tiring trek to Savanadurga. The backwaters and the surrounding hills make it a perfect place for clicking memorable pictures.

Machanbelle Dam
Manchanbelle Dam

Dodda Aalada Mara

Did you know that the fourth biggest tree in India is located close to Bangalore? Yes, Dodda Aalada Mara, translates to Big Banyan Tree, is undoubtedly huge. It is spread across 3 acres and is growing. Explore the huge tree and get some photogenic pictures clicked along with the weirdly hanging branches and roots!

Dodda Aalada Mara
Dodda Aalada Mara (Big Banyan Tree)

Highlights

  • Adventurous trek to Savanadurga Hill on rocky terrain
  • Visit picturesque Manchanabelle Dam towards the evening
  • Visit to fourth largest banyan tree in India that is spread over 3 acres
  • Exciting one day trip from Bangalore

Make your weekend more memorable by joining us on our next batch to Savanadurga, Manchanabelle Dam and Dodda Aalada Mara.

Itinerary

This is a one-day trip from Bangalore that includes the trek to Savanadurga, and a visit to Manchanabelle Dam and Dodda Aalada Mara.

  • Pick up from Bangalore (designated points only) starts at 5 AM
  • Start the adventurous trek to Savanadurga, the largest monolith rock hill in Asia
  • Spend enough time at the summit to enjoy the amazing views of the rivers, dams and the surrounding greenery
  • Return to the base to have packed lunch
  • Visit Manchanabelle Dam, the dam that supplies water to all the nearby villages
  • Visit Dodda Aaalada Mara, or the big banyan tree, the huge tree is spread over 3 acres and is the second largest banyan tree in India!
  • Drop off at Bangalore (designated points) by 7 or 8 PM

Important Points

  • The 3-hour trek is rated easy to moderate. However, depending on the weather conditions, it can become difficult as well.
  • It can get extremely sunny during the day, and the rocky surface can reflect the sunlight, making it difficult to climb. Please carry accessories as required (see what to carry section)
  • If it rains/drizzles, the surface can get slippery. If that happens, trek/tour leader will take a decision if the trek will be continued or not, depending on the conditions at that time. Please adhere to trek/tour leader’s instructions/decision.
  • Basic fitness is expected from the travellers joining the batch. To measure your fitness, ensure you can walk/jog/run 5 km in 40 minutes.
  • If you are unsure about your fitness, consult your doctor before confirming the booking.
  • Avoid getting into (or closer to) water at Manchanabelle Dam. It is very slippery and slushy. It could turn out to be fatal.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Transportation to/from designated points in Bangalore
  • Breakfast and packed lunch during the day
  • Guide, Trek/Trip leader charges

Exclusions

  • Dinner or any other snacks
  • Anything not mentioned above

What to carry?

  • ID Card – Company or Government ID card (mandatory)
  • Cap / Hat / Scarf
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle with minimum 2 liters of water (Avoid plastic water bottle)
  • Snacks (if required)
  • Hydrating Agent (Electral / Glucon D etc)
  • Skin care / sun screen
  • Band aid, bandage, antiseptic liquid
  • Pain Spray (Volini, Moov, Relispray)
  • Cotton or quick dry T-shirts and comfortable bottom wear for the trek
  • Footwear with excellent grip on rocky surface

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