TREKS · 2-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 1343M
Kodachadri Trek.
Kodachadri Trek
Kodachadri Trek is a moderate 2-day, 16 km trek, topping out at 1,343 m. The route takes in Western Ghats rainforest; Sunset over Arabian Sea; Sarvajna Peetha summit temple; Hidlumane Falls en route. Best months: January–February and October–December. Watch points: Leeches in monsoon; slippery forest trail; no facilities at summit. Fitness level: moderate, not recommended for children under 14. Nearest hospital: PHC Kollur 25km. Government Hospital Shimoga 80km. Network coverage: No coverage on most of the trek. BSNL at Nittur base.
Warnings
⚠Leeches in monsoon
⚠Slippery forest trail
⚠No facilities at summit
Cost Estimate
Forest Dept permit Rs 350. Guide recommended in forest.
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