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Skandagiri (Kalavara Durga)
Moderate4.9/565-70 km from Bangalore
A historic hill fort famous for its spectacular sunrise views above a sea of clouds.
1 Day / 1 Night
Distance from Bangalore
65-70 km
Drive Time
1.5-2 Hours
Trek Distance
8 km (round trip)
Elevation
1,450 m
Best Time to Visit
Nov-Mar
Ideal Trip Duration
1 Day / 1 Night
Best For
sunrise treknight trekkingcloud watching
About the Trek
Hill Fort Trek
Trail begins near Papagni Mutt through shrub forest and boulders. Summit has abandoned Shiva temple and Tipu Sultan fort ruins. Forest Dept caps at 200 trekkers/day.
Photos
From Instagram
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Spectacular sea of clouds at sunrise
- Well-marked trail
- Rich historical ruins at summit
Cons
- Requires advance booking (200 cap)
- Steep rocky sections
- Very crowded on weekends