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Kodachadri Peak Trek

1 night from Kollur, trekking through Mookambika forest to Kodachadri Peak
Duration
1 nights
Destination
Kollur · Kodachadri · Kollur
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The journey

Kodachadri peak stands at an altitude of 1343 metres inside the Mookambika forest of Shimoga district in Karnataka. Your journey begins at Kollur with a drive to Karekatte village, the base for your trek through the dense Western Ghats forest.

You hike up to the local guest house, visit Shankaracharya temple, and reach the peak for sunset. Following a morning visit to the sunrise point, you descend along the same forest trail to Karekatte and return to Kollur.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Kodachadri Peak: view the Western Ghats sunset from an altitude of 1343 metres

02

Mookambika Forest: trek along trails through the thick forest of the Western Ghats

03

Shankaracharya Temple: explore this ancient shrine located near the local mountain guest house

04

Sunrise Point: wake early to watch the sunrise across the surrounding mountain landscape

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Day 1 · Kodachadri

Drive to Karekatte, trek to guest house and sunset peak

Report at Kollur bus stand at 9:00 am. You take a 1 hour drive to Karekatte village. After a short break, begin your 6-kilometre trek through the thick Western Ghats forest to the local guest house, which takes around 3 to 4 hours. Once you arrive at the guest house, explore the Shankaracharya temple and continue upward to the peak to catch the sunset. Lunch and dinner are included today. In the evening, enjoy dinner and stargazing before an overnight stay at the guest house.

Meal notes

Lunch and dinner included

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Day 2 · Kodachadri

Sunrise point, trek down to Karekatte and drive to Kollur

Wake early in the morning and head to the sunrise point to take in views of the mountains. Return for breakfast, then start descending along the same route back towards Karekatte village. The downward trek takes about 1 to 2 hours. From Karekatte, drive back to Kollur, where your trip concludes.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 2

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Kodachadri Peak

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Kodachadri Peak

Offers one of the best sunsets in the Western Ghats at 1343 metres altitude.

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Shankaracharya temple

Historic mountain shrine visited on the trail right before reaching the summit.

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Sunrise point

Early morning vantage point overlooking the surrounding mountain landscape.

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In this holiday plan

  • Transport from Kollur to Karekatte Village and return
  • 1 night guest house stay
  • Guided trek
  • 3 meals: lunch, dinner, and breakfast
  • Forest Department permission

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  • −Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

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Your starting price₹11,200

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: guide, entry tickets and permits, meals.

Local know-how
  • Reporting time is 9:00 am at the Kollur bus stand on Day 1.
  • The peak reaches an altitude of 1343 metres (4406 feet) in the Mookambika forest.
  • The uphill trek covers around 6 km from Karekatte village and takes 3 to 4 hours.
  • Descent to Karekatte village takes approximately 1 to 2 hours along the same route.
When is the best time to visit Kodachadri?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Kodachadri when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Kodachadri Peak Trek?

2 days and 1 nights.

What are the must-see highlights of Kodachadri?

Kodachadri Peak; Shankaracharya temple; Sunrise point.

Who is Kodachadri Peak Trek best suited to?

friends, groups, solo

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Kodachadri Peak Trek cost?

From ₹11,200 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: guide, entry tickets and permits, meals.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 1-night itinerary?

Transport from Kollur to Karekatte Village and return; 1 night guest house stay; Guided trek; 3 meals: lunch, dinner, and breakfast; Forest Department permission. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Kodachadri Peak Trek?

Any personal expense; Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

How do I book Kodachadri Peak Trek?

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Do I need a visa for Kodachadri?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹11,200
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: guide, entry tickets and permits, meals.
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