Want to escape to nature for a while from your busy life? Bangalore offers the best options for you to do that. Break the routine and take a break into the breath-taking sceneries of the place and experience a whole new world of fun and leisure. Go for an amazing one-day trek with hiking for a weekend escape to these places and have a refreshment during your busy scheduled city life. Here are a few spots to add up to your list to have some fine and adventurous trips around the city. The places that can be visited a one-day outing from Bangalore is one of the most sought-after weekend activities for youngsters of the city to take a break and have some fresh air.
Skandagiri
Distance from Bangalore: 61 Km
Altitude: 1,450 M
Trek Distance: 3 Km
Skandagiri is a mountain fortress and is the best spot for one day outing from Bangalore. The place is best for trekking and the level of difficulty varies from moderate to difficult. Unlike many places, the trekking activities in the Skandagiri hills can be done not just in the morning but evening and even at late night. The fort situated at the top of the hill was built by Tipu Sultan in the 18th century to defend against the British attacks. Apart from the fort, the hill has two temples (Papagni Matt and Shiva temple), one at the top and another at the foothills making it a preferred destination for worshippers. The hill has an elevation of 1450 meters and the total distance available for trekking is around 8 km. Night trekking during full moon nights is a famous activity in Skandagiri. The hill is located about 62k from Bangalore and the trekking through the area usually takes about 2 to 3 hours. Also known as Kalavara Durga, the place is a scenic area with historic importance. The best time to visit the place is from November to March.
Nandi Hills
Distance From Bangalore: 60 Km
Elevation: 1,478M
Known for its spectacular view from the top, this hill fortress is situated 60Km from Bangalore. Spread over a large area, it gives an amazing view in the morning during the hour of sunrise and is quite a tranquil place to view sunrise in the city. One of the temples in the hills includes Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, guarded by a huge statue of Nandi, the bull. The hills got their name Nandi hills hence. There is an ancient hill fortress built by the Ganga Dynasty and was strengthened by Tipu Sultan. It gives an amazing top view of the town and the hills around it. And the best time to explore the Nandi Hills is in the early morning before sunrise for a stroll in the foggy weather. Nandi Hills was known as The Hill of Happiness during the Chola Period. There is another place spot in the hills called the Tipu Drop, where Tipu Sultan was said to drop the traitors and those who helped captives as capital punishment.
Ramanagara Trek
Distance from Bangalore: 47Km
Elevation: 747 M
A small and perfect place to explore for activities and the trekking event with adventurous sports. The place is home to the country’s only Vulture Sanctuary and hence is a popular spot among bird watchers. Ramanagara is famously known for its sericulture and is referred in a large scale as Silk Town and Silk City. The silk produced is known as Mysore silks. Ramanagara trek trail is about 22km long and takes about 12 hours to complete. One can just enjoy the misty mornings in the hills or stroll through the Ramgiri forest to enjoy the beauty of Western Ghats. The night trek is the most adventurous and interesting thing to do in the hills, which starts off the base camp at midnight and goes through the Ramgiri forests. Experienced guides are available for tourists to enjoy activities like trekking, camping, campfire, etc without any worries.
Anthargange Trek
Distance from Bangalore: 68 Km
Elevation: 1,712M
Anthargange is one of the famous mountains situated in South East of Karnataka.Known for the wonder of the caves, the hill Anthargange has numerous caves, making it being sought after by adventure seekers in the city as a place for a one-day outing from Bangalore The term Anthargange means “The Ganges from the deep”. The temple situated in the hills is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva giving it the name, Dakshin Kasha.
Numerous caves surround the mountain which is made of granite rocks.
Savandurga Hill
Distance From Bangalore: 48Km
Elevation : 1266M
With an elevation of 1,266 meters rising above sea level, Savandurga is one of the finest hill spots in the State of Karnataka and is part of the great Deccan Plateau region. This amazing hill includes 2 varieties of hills namely, Karigudda – The Black Hill and Billigudda – The White Hill. There are temples situated at the base of the very hill, making it favored by pilgrims. With a trekking trail stretching about 2.4 miles that is rated difficult, the best time to visit the place is from September until February. It has moderate traffic and is best for hiking and walking.
Kuntibetta Trek
Distance from Bangalore: 123Km
Altitude: 878M
Kunti Betta is two of the rocky hills located about 130kns from Bangalore that is surrounded by farm fields of sugarcane, coconut, and paddy. This place is of cultural importance and takes its name after Kunti, the mother of the Pandavas. It is said that Kunti lived in this place during her exile. Kunti Betta is situated in the region of Pandavapura, named after the five sons of Kunti, the Pandavas.
Even though the Kunti Betta trail is short, the steep ascents and descents make the route interesting to adventure seekers. With Thonnur Lake in view although most of your trek route, the terrain consists of volcanic granite rock and boulders. The small stretches of moorland at places make it an amazing view for trekkers.
Halu Chilume Ganga Trek
Distance from Bangalore: 64 Km
Altitude: 1008M
The Halu Chilume Ganga Trek is one of the adventurous trails filled with rocks and forest trails alongside. It is located about 60 km away from Bangalore city. There is a temple on the top of the hill and is also surrounded by caves and other trails. The thick vegetation of lemongrass and other plants alongside the trails make it refreshing for trekkers. It is also called thorn trek locally owing to the vegetation of thorny bushes in the area.
Conclusion
Here is our list of best places for one day outing from Bangalore. All the places mentioned are not just adventurous spots but hold rich heritage and culture and most of them are prominent in the history of the country.
The city of Bangalore is surrounded by many hills and rock formations, making trekking the most sought-after leisure activity outside the city. The weather and vegetation in these places are indeed motivating and refreshing for a fresh walk through these places.
