Are you ready to challenge your physical and mental limits !
Kumara Parvatha is not just a trek it's one of those journeys in life that one must embark upon to truly to be one with nature and themselves. Located in Kodagu/Coorg district at an elevation of 5600ft its second highest peak in the state, after Tadiyandamol.
The mountain lies behind the famous Kukke Subramanya temple. A small gate and board act as indicators to the trekking trail that stand behind them.
Once you begin the trek it’s about 2.5- 3 hours before you reach the first major checkpoint, the ascent is through a tropical rainforest that is a part of the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary. While you’ll be trekking through dense forest, the thick foliage and canopy offers you much needed shade. If you stand still and listen to the forest you’ll hear the forest come alive with various sounds of nature. About an hour and a half of trek and you’ll come across a boulder called Bheema’s rock that serves a 2.5 km milestone on our 7km journey to Bhattaramane.
Once you reach Bhattramane freshen up and have an early lunch soon after which you’ll make your way to the next checkpoint that is Kallumantapa enroute the false peak Sheshaparvatha. Here you can rest and drink delicious stream water that flows just below it. Once you resume the trek, Sheshaparvatha is just 45mins to 1 hour away. According to local folklore Sheshaparavatha is said to protect the Subramanya temple at the base of the mountain.
This part of the journey is simply mesmerizing and we could go into the details of the beauty but that would be an all new article in itself!
Once you reach Sheshaparvatha you’ll witness the majestic Kumara Parvatha at all it’s glory. With the trail descending for a couple of hundred meters, you’ll soon be at the mercy of the mountain and will have to cross a stream and climb a waterfall to reach your goal! THE PEAK!
Local legends say that the worshipped deity Lord Subramanya’s footprint is present at the peak. If you are looking for satisfaction and fulfillment this is a trek that you MUST embark upon to surrender yourself to mother nature who makes sure that you think about nothing else but her.
Difficulty level |
Strenuous |
Approx Temperature |
Max 30 degrees C |
Accommodation type |
Tented accomodation/Bhattramane ( depending on availability ) |
Washrooms |
Only at base camp |
Food |
Basic Veg food ( Rice,Sambar,Pickle ) |
Transport |
Non A/C (According to group size) |
Distance from Bangalore |
230 kms (one way) |
Total trekking distance |
14 km approx (one way) |
Attraction |
Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, Kukke Subramanya Temple |
Few important points to note before you decide to register:Click Here
What is included in the tour
- Non A/C Transport
- Accommodation in Tents (2/3 Sharing)
- 2 Breakfast
- 1 Lunch
- 1 Dinner
- Basic First-Aid Support
- Forest Permissions
- Qualified Instructor from BMC
What is NOT included in the tour
- GST
- Sunday Lunch
- Note: There is a different permission charge for Foreigner & the difference amount should be paid by the participant on spot
PACK LIGHT, CARRY ONLY WHAT IS NECESSARY
- Personal medication (if any)
- Strong backpack (Preferably waterproof)
- Fresh pair of clothes for two days.
- Toiletries.
- Mosquito Repellent Cream
- Water bottles (at least 2 liters of water)
- A torch with new batteries (must in case of emergency)
- You can carry Energy Food (Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Electrolyte drinks - Glucose etc.)
- Sunglasses, Sunscreen.
- Camera (Optional)
- Shoes with good grip
Things Not to Carry:
- Alcohol & Cigarettes
- Tissue Paper / Wet wipes
- Bluetooth Speaker
- Knife
- Lighter or Matchbox
If participant found carrying any of the above things mentioned on not to carry list will be fined and can be also denied permission for trekking from the Forest Department.
Plastic covers or Bags are also prohibited. Carry your snack & food in a reusable container only.
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1
09:30 PM - Pick-up from BMC, Indiaranagar
09:45 PM - Pick-up from New Shanthi Sagar hotel, Domlur
10:00 PM - Pick-up from Lifestyle, Magrath road
10:30 PM - Pick-up from Yesvantpur metro station
Day 2
05:30 AM - Reach Kukke - Freshen up - Breakfast
06:30 AM - Start trek to Bhattarmane
09:30 AM - Reach Bhattarmane
11:30 PM - Have packed Lunch on the way & Start trek to peak
01:00 PM - Reach the peak
02:00 PM - Trek back to Bhattarmane
05:00 PM - Reach Bhattarmane
08:00 PM - Have Dinner & Night stay in Tents
Day 3
05:00 AM - Wake up, freshen up & Trek down to Kukke
07:30 AM - Reach Kukke & Have Breakfast
09:00 AM - Start back to Bangalore
12:30 PM - Have self-sponsored Lunch one the way
06:00 PM - Arrival at Bangalore
Route Map for Pick up & Drop Points: https://goo.gl/maps/oUjFKDw4bPJG6ENX6
Our Itinerary for this trek is completely different form most of the other groups. We would start the trek from Kukke to the peak and return near Bhataramane and camp on Day 1. On Day 2, we will trek down to Kukke and start back to Bangalore. This Itinerary is suitable only for experienced trekkers.