Mullayanagiri - Baba Budangiri

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Mullayanagiri - Baba Budangiri

Chikmagalur, Karnataka

Moderate

For those who exercise regularly

Description :

Mullayanagiri is Karnataka’s highest peak. It is part of Baba Budangiri Hills of Chikmagalur taluk and rises up 6,330 feet. It derives its name from a tomb at the summit that’s dedicated to Mulappa swamy, a holy man who’s said to have meditated in ca...read more

Distance

12 kms

Max. Altitude

6,330 ft

Time

1 day

Approx Cost

INR 3000

Best Months

Sep-Mar

Route Type

Point A to B

What to Expect:

Panoramic Views

Valley

Forest

Meadows

Temple

Facilities

Water on trail

Network at start

Network on trail

Getting there :

Closest City: Chikmagalur

By private transport: • Follow google directions to the start point using the button above. By public transport: • From Bangalore, take any KSRTC/Private overnight bus that goes to Chikmagalur. Check KSRTC/Redbus for timings. • From Chikmagalur, take an auto/cab to the Sarpadari, the starting point of the trail. This 15km ride costs around Rs. 300 for auto. • Take an auto/shared jeep from either Sarpadari or Baba Budangiri (if you decide to extend the trek) to return back to Chikmagalur.

Aditional information :

• Trekking is allowed only from 6 am to 6pm. • Take precautions against Leeches during monsoons

Entry Fee: Rs. 250 to Rs. 300 at Forest Dept checkpost

Food,Water and Stay on the trek: • Water is available only at the base, Mullayangiri temple, Manikyadhara waterfall. • You can camp overnight at Mullayanagiri hilltop. • There are few homestays, resorts, campsites option for available near Baba Budangiri.

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