Question 1

What is the best time to visit Ramanagara?

Accepted Answer

Ramanagara experiences pretty decent temperatures all throughout the year. Therefore you can visit the same any time of the year. However, you can prevent going there during the monsoon season from the month of June to August as rains might ruin your plans.

Question 2

What is the Ramanagara trek duration?

Accepted Answer

The complete Ramanagara trek shall take approximately 12 hours to complete. This time shall include travel from Bangalore to the base camp, reaching the summit, and again back to the base. Try to reach the summit by night so that you get a chance to campfire in the dark, under the sky and then enjoy the sunrise early in the morning before heading back to the base.

Question 3

What is the maximum altitude of Ramanagara?

Accepted Answer

The maximum altitude of Ramanagara is around 747m. Due to the decent height of the trek, any of the participants shall not face any breathing-related issues which mostly occur while trekking at high altitudes. However, it is always advisable to have at least a minimum level of fitness so that you do not face any kind of problem during your trek to Ramanagara.

Question 4

What is the level of fitness expected from the participants for Ramanagara Trek?

Accepted Answer

You need to be in a good physical condition before the start of the trek. You should be able to jog 4.5 kms in 30 minutes to make your lungs strong to bear the high altitudes.

Question 5

What is the Ramanagara trek difficulty?

Accepted Answer

Ramanagara Trek's difficulty is quite moderate. However, it is a bit tricky and the huge steps heading upwards might leave you tired and panting for a while. It is recommended to have a minimum fitness level before you decide to take up the Ramanagara trek from Bangalore. Even a beginner with moderate physical fitness shall easily be able to complete the trek without any difficulty.

Question 6

What are the activities to do while trekking to Ramanagara?

Accepted Answer

Some of the activities that you can indulge in during your Ramanagara trek include Night Rappelling, Night Trek in Ramanagara, and Campfire at the summit. You can also visit the temple that would fall on your way to the summit. If you wish to extend your trip to Ramnagara, you can also add up some spots on the Bangalore Mysore road to your list.

Question 7

What is the minimum age required for Ramanagara trek?

Accepted Answer

There is no minimum age restriction to do the Ramanagara Trek. However, it is not advisable to tag along with infants with you who might not be able to manage the complete trek by themselves. The steep slope and the climbing hundreds of steps to the summit may leave them exhausted and irritated, alongside making your trek not that enjoyable.

Question 8

What is Ramanagara famous for?

Accepted Answer

Ramanagara is specifically famous amongst trekking enthusiasts. People also do visit Ramanagara for bird watching as well as rock climbing activities. It is also famous for beholding the famous spot where the shooting of the legendary Bollywood movie “Sholay” was held. 

However, people also do visit Ramanagara to visit the various other tourist attraction in and around Ramanagara. Some of the famous tourist attractions around Ramanagara include the Kanva Reservoir, Ramdevara Hill, and Channapatna

Question 9

How is the weather of Ramanagara?

Accepted Answer

The weather of Rmanagara is quite moderate. Neither does is experiences harsh summers, nor harsh winters. It remains pleasant all throughout the year. Moreover, is you are planning an early morning trip; we can assure you with a great atmosphere and a cool breeze that will make your trek even more memorial.

Question 10

How can I go to Ramanagara?

Accepted Answer

The nearest city to Ramanagara is Bangalore, Therefore, if you are traveling from anywhere else, you can book your flight tickets or bus/train tickets to Bangalore from where you can either hire a cab or ever try out Banagalore’s public transport to reach Ramanagara. Moreover, you can even park your vehicle just near the base of your Ramanagara trek.

Question 11

How can I go to Ramanagara from Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

The best way to travel from Bangalore to Ramanagara is by Road. Moreover, you can even add up a few more spots to visit on your way to or from Ramnagara to stretch your trip.- By Car: The best way to reach Ramanagara is to take a road trip in a personal vehicle directly from Bangalore which falls down to approximately 47 Kms, taking around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach. You can even hire a self-driven cab from Bangalore to Ramanagara if you are traveling from somewhere else and wish to go ahead for a road trip.- By Bus: However, if you wish to opt for a public vehicle, you can get a bus from Majestic or Satellite Bus Stops in Bangalore which will take you directly to Ramanagara. From there, you can even hop on auto to reach Ramadevara Betta from where the real adventure starts.

Question 12

What should I pack for Ramanagara Trek?

Accepted Answer

Below mentioned are some of the must-carry things while setting off for your night trek in Ramanagara:- Well-equipped First Aid Kit- Water Bottles- Torch/ Flashlights- Trekking shoes and waterproof backpack- Raincoat- Energy Bars/Dry fruits- Jacket for the night and a comfortable track pants with a cotton t-shirt- Extra pair of socks- ToiletriesTry to carry all the necessary equipment along with you even if you are booking your trek to Ramanagara with a group so that you do not face any kind of difficulty. Also, if you are a photography enthusiast or a person with interest in bird watching, do not forget to pack in your camera and binoculars.