1-Day Trips from Bangalore
Perfect destinations for quick day trips. From sunrise treks to adventure sports and scenic waterfalls – explore these nearby attractions without an overnight stay.
Nandi Hills
Hill station offering sunrise views, Tipu Sultan's summer palace and pleasant climate year-round
Distance
60 km
Duration
1.5 hours drive
Transport
Public bus, cab, or personal vehicle
Best Time to Visit
Early morning for sunrise
Activities
Sunrise viewingCyclingParaglidingTemple visits
SunriseHill StationPhotography
Skandagiri Night Trek
8 km round trip through dense forests and fort ruins. Start at 2 AM to reach summit by sunrise
Distance
65 km
Duration
1.5 hours drive + 5-6 hour trek
Transport
Private vehicle recommended (no public transport at night)
Best Time to Visit
Post-monsoon (Sep-Feb)
Activities
Night trekkingFort explorationSunrise viewingPhotography
Night TrekAdventureFort Ruins
Ramanagara
'Sholay Hills' offering eight climbing routes, trekking, zip-lining with panoramic views
Distance
50 km
Duration
1 hour drive
Transport
Public bus or cab
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Activities
Rock climbingRappellingZip-liningTrekking
Rock ClimbingTrekkingAdventure
Manchanabele Dam
Reservoir offering rappelling down rock faces and kayaking on calm waters
Distance
40 km
Duration
1 hour drive
Transport
Private vehicle recommended
Best Time to Visit
October to February
Activities
KayakingRappellingSwimmingCamping
KayakingWater SportsRappelling
Shivanasamudra Falls
Spectacular waterfalls on the Kaveri River, best visited during monsoon and post-monsoon
Distance
135 km
Duration
3 hours drive
Transport
Public bus or cab
Best Time to Visit
July to February
Activities
Waterfall viewingPhotographyCoracle ridesPicnic
WaterfallsNaturePhotography