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TREKS · 1-DAY · EASY · MAX 1712M

Anthargange Caves & Hilltop Trek.

Anthargange Caves & Hilltop Trek
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Anthargange Caves & Hilltop Trek

Bengaluru

Cave-filled hilltop trek in the Kolar district, featuring perpetual spring ("Anthar Gange" = inner Ganges), rocky scrambles through narrow passages, and a hilltop Kashi Vishweshwara temple. Altitude 1,712 m amid dense forests and boulder fields.

1
Days
5km
Distance
1,712m
Max Altitude
Easy
Fitness
5+
Age
Best months:
OctNovDecJanFebMar
Cave exploration with narrow crawl sectionsPerpetual spring among rocksKashi Vishweshwara Temple (medieval)Boulder-hopping loop trailBird-watching in shola forest

Warnings

Some caves require crawling; claustrophobic risk

Unlit caves; bring torch

Loose boulders on trail

Temple area can be crowded on weekends

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