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Savandurga Hill
Moderate to Challenging4.4/560 km from Bangalore
A massive granite monolith offering steep climbs and expansive views of the Arkavathi River.
1 Day
Distance from Bangalore
60 km
Drive Time
1.5-2 Hours
Trek Distance
5 km (round trip)
Elevation
1,226 m
Best Time to Visit
Sep-Feb
Ideal Trip Duration
1 Day
Best For
monolith trekkingrock climbingweekend trekking
About the Trek
Monolith Trek
One of largest monolithic hills in Asia with Biligudda (White Hill) and Karigudda (Black Hill). Exposed granite gets hot by mid-morning. Summit has Nandi temple and 360-degree views of Magadi forests and Manchanabele reservoir.
Photos
From Instagram
Pros & Cons
Pros
- One of Asia's largest monoliths
- 360-degree summit views
- Close to Manchanabele reservoir
Cons
- Granite surface gets extremely hot after 10 AM
- Karigudda requires climbing gear
- Limited shade on trail