Avoid
Sakleshpur in August
Karnataka, India
Monsoon. Leeches.
Why August scores 1/5
Weather
Monsoon. Leeches.
Roads & Access
self drive: Hatchback fine for town. SUV for Bisle.. road condition: NH75 excellent. Ghat section from Hassan scenic.. public transport: Railway station. Buses from Hassan/Mangalore.. from nearest city: Hassan 40km. Mangalore 110km. Bangalore 220km.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Sakleshpur Police Station. nearest hospital: Government hospital in town. Hassan (40km) for district.
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good in town. None on Green Route trek.
Kids
Not ideal for kids — Green Route trek exciting for older teens
Elevation
940m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓Travelers with basic fitness
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with mobility issues
- ✗Families with young children
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4/5 | Cool. Green Route trek ideal. |
| February | 4/5 | Pleasant. Good trekking. |
| March | 3/5 | March at Sakleshpur: 18-31C, coffee country drying out. Railway treks and estate stays workable; forests are crispier and dustier than winter. |
| April | 2/5 | Hot. |
| May | 2/5 | Pre-monsoon. |
| June | 2/5 | Monsoon. Green Route flooded/closed. |
| July | 1/5 | Heavy monsoon. Trek closed. |
| Augustviewing | 1/5 | Monsoon. Leeches. |
| September | 4/5 | Post-monsoon. Green. Waterfalls. |
| October | 5/5 | Best — Green Route reopens, lush, cool. |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent. Perfect trekking weather. |
| December | 5/5 | December at Sakleshpur: 14–26°C at 940m, coffee estates in harvest. Abandoned railway bridges dry underfoot, cool mist on most mornings. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Hassan 40km. Mangalore 110km. Bangalore 220km.. Roads: NH75 excellent. Ghat section from Hassan scenic.. Self-drive: Hatchback fine for town. SUV for Bisle.. Public transport: Railway station. Buses from Hassan/Mangalore.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
940m
Difficulty
moderate
Budget tier
budget
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