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Karnataka / Kerala · India

Brahmagiri trek: grade, cost & permits

Shola forest into open grassland on the Karnataka–Kerala border, with a reliable chance of seeing elephants from a distance you will find sufficient.

Photo: Vinayaraj · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

GradeMedium
Duration1 day
Highest point1,608 m
SeasonOct–Feb
Cost from base₹900per person
BaseIruppu Falls

Shola forest into open grassland on the Karnataka–Kerala border, with a reliable chance of seeing elephants from a distance you will find sufficient.

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Brahmagiri, planned for you

Day-by-day timings, the route, what each part costs, where to sleep and eat, and a checklist. One PDF that works offline: print it, or send it to everyone going.

  1. Day 1 Brahmagiri: the trek
    • TravelBase: Iruppu Falls
    • PermitPermits and entry
    • On the trailMedium trek to 1,608 m₹900

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The route

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On the map

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The climb

800 m1000 m1200 m1400 m1608 m1300 m800 m Start · 800 mEnd · 800 m 1,608 m

How to reach the start

Bus to Gonikoppal, then a local bus to Iruppu. The trail begins past the falls.

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Step 3 of 6Next: Permits

Permits and rules

Permit: Not open for booking on the Karnataka Forest Department's Aranya Vihaara portal when we checked on 10 October 2026. Check the portal or the Iruppu forest office before you travel.

Rules change. Check the park office or official booking system before you travel.

Step 4 of 6Next: Gear

What to carry

Step 5 of 6Next: Cost

What it costs

Ballpark ranges, not live quotes. Prices last updated 10 October 2026. Prices move with season and demand, so check live fares before you book. Spot a wrong price? Tell us and we fix it.

Your group, from the base₹1,800
Couple · from Iruppu Falls
Per person₹900

Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Iruppu Falls is extra.

Step 6 of 6Next: FAQ

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Questions people ask

How hard is the Brahmagiri trek?

Medium grade. It takes 1 day and climbs to about 1,608 m. Shola forest into open grassland on the Karnataka–Kerala border, with a reliable chance of seeing elephants from a distance you will find sufficient.

Do I need a permit for Brahmagiri?

Not open for booking on the Karnataka Forest Department's Aranya Vihaara portal when we checked on 10 October 2026. Check the portal or the Iruppu forest office before you travel.

How do I reach the Brahmagiri trek?

Bus to Gonikoppal, then a local bus to Iruppu. The trail begins past the falls. Base: Iruppu Falls.

What is the best season for Brahmagiri?

Oct–Feb.

How much does the Brahmagiri trek cost?

From about ₹900 per person from the base, covering local transport, permits or entry, a guide where required and food. The journey to the base is extra.

What should I carry?

Grip shoes, water, leech protection almost year-round.

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Sacred places near by

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Costs are indicative ballparks for doing it yourself and change with season and demand. Always check live fares, rates and opening rules before you book. Trip Under is not a travel agency: we don't sell packages or bookings, we take no commission, and we link to maps and official sites, never to booking sites. Every guide is free; our only paid products are optional downloadable trip plans and itineraries. Photographs come from Wikimedia Commons under free licences; see credits.

By Gokul · Updated 10 October 2026 · Photo: Vinayaraj · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Jaseem Hamza · CC BY 3.0 · source · Photo: Csheik · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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