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Aagneya Bhattacharya
Being an adventurous soul I always love trekking but this is the first time I tried Savandurga trekking. With Thrillophilia I loved their overall campi...
Anilabh Bharadwaj
Being an adventurous soul I always love trekking but this is the first time I tried Savandurga trekking. With Thrillophilia I loved their overall campi...
Location: Savandurga, Bangalore
Timings: 11:00 PM
Pickup Points:
Marathahalli (11:00 PM) - Kala mandir
Silk Board (11:30 PM) - central Silk Board building (towards BTM )
BTM (11:40 PM) - A2B, Udupi Garden Bus stop
Banashankari (12:00 AM) - Bus stop
RR Nagar (12:20 AM) - Gopalan Arcade
Savandurga is a popular trekking destination located near Bangalore and is frequented by adventure enthusiasts from various parts of India. This largest monolithic hill of Asia is surrounded by thick forests that are home to a wide variety of wildlife. The hill also features the famous Manchinbele Dam on one side that offers yet another mesmerizing view to the trekkers. The various water activities that the participants can enjoy towards the end of Savandurga trek add to the refreshing and memorable experience of this lovely trip.
While a trekking trip to the peak of the monolith proves to be an utterly thrilling experience, it does not match the beauty and excitement of undertaking the journey at night time. Walking up the hill under a starlit night and enjoying the beautiful sight of the nearby town lit by countless lights is something that cannot be explained in words. Topping the experience is the fantastic view of the rising sun from the top of the monolith in the early morning hours. Get down from the hill and indulge in various water sports activities like swimming and kayaking to complete your experience with a fresh breeze.
Packages Offered:
Savandurga Night Trek
Savandurga Night Trek with water sports
Note:
All participants aged 12+ years can participate in this activity.
Min 2 people are required to book this activity.
11:00 PM Pick up starts from Bangalore
Marathahalli (11:00 PM) - Kala mandir
Silk Board (11:30 PM) - central Silk Board building (towards btm )
BTM (11:40 PM) - A2B, Udupi Garden Bus stop
Banashankari (12:00 AM) - Bus stop
RR Nagar (12:20 AM) - Gopalan Arcade
01:30 AM reach Ramanagara- have tea snacks
04:00 AM Reach Savandurga Base, small briefing about the trek and then later start the trek for 02 hours (04 -05kms)
06:00 AM Reach the peak, start the bonfire
06:30 AM watch the sunrise descend to the base.
08:30 AM Reach base and travel to the base camp
09:00 AM Have breakfast and start the water activities like Swimming and Kayaking.
11:00 AM Head back to Bangalore
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Rated : 5.0
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Being an adventurous soul I always love trekking but this is the first time I tried Savandurga trekking. With Thrillophilia I loved their overall camping experience and the ambience they create at the site — along with the trek of course.
Rated : 5.0
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Being an adventurous soul I always love trekking but this is the first time I tried Savandurga trekking. With Thrillophilia I loved their overall camping experience and the ambience they create at the site — along with the trek of course.
Rated : 4.0
Amazing experience. the best part about savandurga is that the entire place comes to life as the night approaches. Flocks of clouds accompanied us when we made our way up and the evening bonfire was no doubt the best perk after trekking for a considerable part of the time. Loved the entire experience.
Rated : 4.0
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While I was not very thrilled about the idea of the Savandurga Night Trek when my friends dragged me into it, I cannot deny that I loved it. And it was all thanks to the guide assigned by Thrillophilia who knew his way and made sure we had a gala time on our trek to Savandurga.
Rated : 4.0
Savandurga - What a place? Awesome views, calm region and peace. Loved the trekking experience. The night trek was a new experience for me- initially I thought that there won't be much to enjoy during night but damn the night views are equally stunning and the bonfire was the icing on the cake.
Rated : 3.0
Savandurga was an amazing experience. The views were just mind blowing, the night trek was great but everything- even the slightest movement in the bushes appear spooky- anyhow, loved the entire experience. Great!
Rated : 4.0
Highly recommended by me to anyone who wants to experience a night trek. It is quite different from day trek. One has to be very alert at night. Anyway Enjoyed the experience.
Rated : 4.0
Savandurga night trek is one trek that is solely designed for friends and a full gang. Loved the views from the top and bonfire. The entire experience was amazing - simple loved the entire region. Great place!
Rated : 4.0
Night trek in Savandurga opened me up to the possibility of enjoying walking even in the night! The trek was well carried out and flawlessly executed!
Rated : 4.0
Savandurga was an incredible experience. We were a group of 6 friends with no prior trekking experience and damn this was one of the beat places we chose. The views from the top is great and night trek is all the more thrilling and spooky too. amazing experience. Made lot of memories with friends.
The best time to visit Savandurga would be during the summer months or in the winter season. So ideally anything from March to May is ideal.
Again, you can visit during the winter months also that range from October to February but do remember that during the rainy seasons it is best to avoid the area since you won’t be able to enjoy the most coveted activity here — the Savandurga night Trek. Most people try to begin this activity early in the morning while it is still dark. The rain season makes it a bit risky.
The duration for the night trek is slightly longer than during the day. This happens because of the lighting conditions. However, there is no denying that viewing the nocturnal creatures and seeing the moonlit terrains is an enthralling experience altogether.
The total time taken ranges from about 2-4 hours depending on the number of stops you are taking or halting for taking pictures.
Savandurga is about 60 kms from the city of Bangalore. So there are multiple choices to reach here. However, do remember that if you are planning on a night trek make sure you reach a day before so you are well-rested.
-By air: There are aeroplanes from all major cities connecting to Bangalore so you can take any flight. From here you can take a bus or hire a car to Savandurga.
-By train: There is no railway station in Savandurga but there is a train available up to Magadi, which is just at a distance of about 12 km. The time taken from this small town to reach Savandurga is about 20-30 minutes.
-By Bus: You can avail of a bus from Bangalore or any of the nearby towns to reach the destination too.
Savandurga night trek is a very different experience altogether. There are very few night treks available in India and this is one of them. The path takes you 4,220ft above the sea levels. On the journey, you will get to trek two different hills that are known as Karigudda' or the 'black hill' and 'Biligudda' or the 'white hill’.
The evening or night visit gives a kind of thrill and excitement to the experience. You get to see amazing nocturnal beauty and enthusiasts from across the world love witnessing this sight.
If you want to do a night trek to Savandurga the duration for the trek is slightly longer than during the day. This happens because of the lighting conditions. However, there is no denying that viewing the nocturnal creatures and seeing the moonlit terrains is an enthralling experience altogether.
The total time taken ranges from about 3-4 hours to reach the hills depending on the number of stops you are taking or halting for taking pictures.
The maximum altitude of Savandurga is about 4,220ft. The trek to the top of the mountains is an amazing journey and there are a lot of people who also opt for night trek to Savandurga. The altitude is about 1226 meters.
If you are thinking of taking a Savandurga trek at night then you should definitely be carrying some double-layered clothing and make sure that you are covered from head to toe. This is suggested because during the evening hours visibility is poor.
Also, most tour agents advise that you opt for double layered socks and tuck in your pants. This is done to prevent the risks of leeches. You can carry your camera, night time goggles or vision equipment (if you have) and other trekking gear like your shoes, raincoat, etc.
The route for the Savandurga Trek is similar to the day route. On the journey, you will get to trek two different hills that are known as Karigudda' or the 'black hill' and 'Biligudda' or the 'white hill’. Usually, the trekkers assemble at a common point and the journey starts at 09:30 PM from the city of Bangalore.
About post-midnight you arrive at the craggy charms and set off for the hills and explore the amazing nocturnal views. On reaching the peak, there’s a campfire and you see the sunrise. Then head back around 8.30 AM.
Night trek in Savandurga difficulty is moderate and there is no need for you to be a professional or have prior trekking experience. Those who are trekking for the first time can easily opt for this route also. The only thing to remember is that being a night journey, you need to be careful especially with your balance in the rocky terrains.
The temperatures at Savandurga range from about 18 degrees to 31 degrees centigrade through the year. It gets a little warmer during the summer months and slightly colder in the winter. But most of the year, the temperatures are consistent which makes it ideal to do a Night trek in Savandurga through most of the year.
It is suggested that children below the age of 12 years don’t opt for night trekking in Savandurga.
Night trekking in Savandurga is a completely different and enthralling experience and the views and the silence of the night is probably the highlight of the trek. You can get to see the jungles, rocky terrains and the mountains in the moonlight if you are lucky. Besides this, viewing the nocturnal animals around and experiencing the thrill of traveling at night is a whole different experience.
The Savandurga trekking usually includes transportation from Bangalore to the trekking destination and back. It doesn’t include any cost that you may have incurred to come to Bangalore. Do remember that the cost is only for the trek, the meal provided and some gear (if mentioned in the package). For the rest, you will have to pay the same.
At the peak of the Savandurga Hill, you will get to see beautiful mountains and an amazing view. This area also has Asia's most gigantic Monolithic Rock. The peak of the hill is also the home to the Lord Veerabhadra Swamy Temple’, Here you can view the Nandi' on top of the Hill which you will be heading towards if you are doing the trek to Savandurga.
On the whole, the Savandurga trek is safe, including the trek to Savandurga. However, it is important that one adheres to the guidelines and the norms provided by their guide. Remember you are heading to the woods and into raw nature so adequate precaution should be taken.
Yes, trekking is very much allowed here in fact night trekking is a very popular activity here too. The moderate difficulty trek is enjoyed by thousands over the year.
The distance of Savandurga from Bangalore is about 60 kms. Most people prefer trekking from here because they get to trek a little longer and also camp out in the night.
One can hire a car too or take the bus to reach Savandurga from Bangalore. But, if you are going Savandurga from Bangalore for trekking, the transportation to and fro Bangalore is included in the package.
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