Karnataka · Easy grade
Kodachadri
Western Ghats peak with a small temple on top and a sunset over the Arabian Sea on a clear evening. The jeep track is rough enough to be its own experience.
2 days, Easy grade, up to 1,343m. Best season: Oct–Feb. Base: Kollur, 20 km. Suits: Solo, Couple, Group.
How to reach it
Overnight bus Bengaluru to Kollur, then a jeep or a three-hour walk in from Nagodi.
Permits
Forest permit at the Nagodi checkpost. Jeeps up the last stretch are controlled.
Gear
Trainers, a warm layer for the summit night, torch.
What it costs
From ₹900 per person, all-in from Kollur — transport, permits, a guide where required and food on the trail. Open the live planner to price it for your own dates and party size.
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