A demanding full-day trek through rolling shola-grassland to Karnataka's second-highest peak, inside a protected national park recovering from past iron-ore mining. A local guide is strongly recommended given the terrain and the park's conservation rules.
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Kudremukh Peak trek, 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.
- Day 1 Kudremukh Peak trek: the trek
- TravelBase: Kudremukh village
- PermitPermits and entry
- On the trailHard trek to 1,894 m₹1,200
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The route
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The climb
How to reach the start
From Chikmagalur or Kalasa, taxi to the Kudremukh forest department checkpoint where the trek begins.
Step 3 of 6Next: Permits↓Permits and rules
Rules change. Check the park office or official booking system before you travel.
Step 4 of 6Next: Gear↓What to carry
What it costs
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Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Kudremukh village is extra.
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Questions people ask
How hard is the Kudremukh Peak trek?
Hard grade. It takes 1 day (6–7 h) and climbs to about 1,894 m. A demanding full-day trek through rolling shola-grassland to Karnataka's second-highest peak, inside a protected national park recovering from past iron-ore mining. A local guide is strongly recommended given the terrain and the park's conservation rules.
Do I need a permit for Kudremukh Peak?
A forest department permit is mandatory, with numbers sometimes capped and the trek often closed entirely in monsoon and other periods for conservation reasons — confirm current status directly with the forest office before travelling.
How do I reach the Kudremukh Peak trek?
From Chikmagalur or Kalasa, taxi to the Kudremukh forest department checkpoint where the trek begins. Base: Kudremukh village.
What is the best season for Kudremukh Peak?
Oct–Mar (permit/season dependent).
How much does the Kudremukh Peak trek cost?
From about ₹1,200 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?
Proper trekking shoes, 3 litres of water, sun protection and a rain layer — weather changes fast at this altitude.
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