Gangadikal is a spectacular trek in the Kudremukh National Park, Chikkamagaluru district, standing at 4,806 ft. The 16 km trail blends physical challenge with raw Western Ghats beauty — dense evergreen forest, shola grasslands, moss-covered rock faces and a dramatic summit that offers sweeping views of the entire Kudremukh ridge and its deep valleys. The region is home to deer, lion-tailed macaques, Malabar giant squirrels and leopards. The package also includes a visit to the ancient Beluru Hoysala Temple and the scenic Samse Tea Estate, making it a complete weekend experience.
09:00 PM: Pickup from Bengaluru. Overnight travel to Chikkamagaluru in a comfortable vehicle.
06:30 AM: Arrive at the homestay in Chikkamagaluru. 07:30 AM: Freshen up. 08:30 AM: Hearty breakfast and pack lunch. 09:30 AM: Begin the Gangadikal Peak trek through dense Western Ghats forest.
01:30 PM: Reach Gangadikal peak — packed lunch with panoramic ridge views. 02:30 PM: Start descending. 04:30 PM: Return to trek base. 05:30 PM: Reach homestay, relax with tea. 08:30 PM: Campfire dinner with stories of the day.
08:30 AM: Breakfast and checkout. 10:30 AM: Visit the ancient Beluru Hoysala Temple and Samse Tea Estate. 01:30 PM: Lunch en route (self-sponsored). Evening: Reach Bengaluru.
Pickup from Bengaluru — drop at the same locations on return.
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