Over the past several months, a few friends and I have utilized some of our weekends to do fun things in and around Bangalore. One of the activities I enjoyed was weekend trekking in Bangalore.
We usually look for trekking places within 50 km of Bangalore so that we can go early in the morning and be back home by evening.
If you are looking for a one-day trek near Bangalore, here are three options:
- Makalidurga
- Avalabetta
- Anthargange
These are all beginner to intermediate-level difficulty treks, and though they may not be the best treks near Bangalore, they offer unique experiences.
Makalidurga
Makalidurga, located 75 km from Bangalore, is an intermediate-level difficulty trek. The trek starts at a Railway Station and leads to a temple devoted to Muthurayaswamy.
The two-kilometer walk from the Railway Station to the temple is an adventure in itself.
Some highlights of the trek include:
- The temple of Makali Malleshwara on top, surrounded by the fort walls
- It is a unique experience walking alongside railway tracks
- View of Gundamagere Lake, the shape of which resembles the continent of South America
- Ancient ruined fort on the top of the hill
For Makalidurga trek booking, visit: https://www.karnatakaecotourism.com/treksdetail/TRK132
Here is a video of our Makalidurga trek:
Anthargange
Located about 70 km from Bangalore in Kolar district, this three-kilometer trek offers a moderately challenging trail suitable for all. On top of the hill are caves that you can explore.
For Anthargange trek booking, visit: https://karnatakaecotourism.com/treksdetail/TRK129
Here is a short video of our Anthargange trek:
Avalabetta
Avalabetta is located around 90 km from Bangalore.
The trek is about 3 km long and suitable for beginners. On top of the hill is a temple and a few rocks from which you can view the sunrise.
Here is a brief video of our Avalabetta trek:
In the comments, let me know if you have done any of these treks and if you have suggestions for one-day treks in and around Bangalore.
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