Anthargange Trek
4.5Moderate1 Day (Night)Weekend
Location
Kolar, Karnataka
Price
₹1,499
Max Altitude
1224 meters
Distance
4 km round trip
Overview
An adventurous night trek to Anthargange known for its volcanic rock formations and cave exploration opportunities. The trek combines hiking with spelunking as you navigate through boulders and explore natural caves formed by volcanic activity. The summit offers beautiful sunrise views over the Kolar district.
Highlights
- •Trek through volcanic terrain and explore natural caves
- •Visit the ancient Sri Kashi Vishweshwara Temple
- •Enjoy scenic views of Kolar city from hilltop viewpoints
- •Cave exploration adds a unique thrill to the trek
- •Perfect blend of nature, history, and spirituality
- •Less than 2 hours from Bangalore
Itinerary
Departure from Bangalore
Travel from Bangalore to Skandagiri Base
- •Depart from Bangalore late in the evening in a comfortable private Non A/c vehicle, with convenient pickup points across the city
- •11:30 PM: Pick up from Banashankari (Banashankari Bus Stand)
- •11:45 PM: Pick up from BTM Layout (A2B Restaurant)
- •12:00 AM: Pick up from Silk Board ( Bus Stop, Opp. Pizza Hut)
- •12:30 AM: Pick up from Marathahalli (Opposite to Kalamandir)
- •1:00 AM: Pick up from Tin factory (Benniganahalli Metro Station)
- •Enjoy the comfortable overnight journey as we drive towards the scenic Kolar district.
Day 1: Anthargange Trek With Cave Exploration
Enjoy a beautiful sunrise during your trek, watching the hills and valleys light up with the morning sun.
- •4:30 AM: Reach the base of Makalidurga Hill, trek briefing, and warm-up session
- •5:30 AM: Start the trek through rocky trails, volcanic boulders, and scenic pathways
- •6:30 AM: Explore the network of natural caves, squeezing, crawling, and climbing through thrilling passages
- •7:15 AM: Continue the climb and reach the summit (4,035 ft). Enjoy panoramic views of Kolar town, valleys, and surrounding hills
- •7:30 AM: Relax, capture pictures, and soak in the refreshing atmosphere
- •8:00 AM :Start the descent back to the base
- •9:15 AM: Reach the base, freshen up, and head to the nearest restaurants
- •10:30 AM: Enjoy a hot South Indian breakfast on the way back to Bangalore
- •12:00 PM: Arrive back in Bangalore, with drop-off points being the same as the pickup locations
Whats Included
- ✓Travel: Round trip from Bengaluru to Kolar in a TT/Mini Bus
- ✓Food: 1 Breakfast
- ✓Forest entry tickets
- ✓Friendly and trained trek lead and local guide
- ✓Basic first aid support
Whats Not Included
- ✗Any kind of personal expenses
- ✗Any kind of insurance (health, medical, life and accidental)
- ✗Anything not expressly mentioned in the inclusions
Refund & Cancellation Policy
We understand that unforeseen events can sometimes alter your plans. To keep things simple and fair, here’s our friendly cancellation and refund policy:
Participant Cancellation Policy
- 100% Refund: Cancellations 30+ days before departure (excluding convenience/transaction fees).
- 50% Refund: Cancellations 15-29 days before departure.
- No Refund, Future Credit, or Transfer: Cancellations 14 days or less before departure.
goChaarana Cancellation Policy
- If goChaarana cancels a trek due to weather, safety concerns, or unforeseen circumstances, participants will receive a 100% refund or the option to reschedule to another trek of their choice.
Rescheduling Option
- You can reschedule your booking to a future trek without any additional cost, subject to availability. This option is available if you request the change at least three days before your original trek date.
Important Notes
- Refunds will be processed within 7–10 working days.
- Trek fees are non-transferable to another participant.
- No refund will be provided for a no-show or dropping out mid-trek.
Things to Carry
•A soft copy of any valid government ID(mandatory for permits)
•small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek
•Trekking Shoes
•Energy bars to refuel during the trek
•Raincoat/Poncho (essential in monsoon)
•Sun cap & sunglass and Waterproof phone cover
•Charger / power bank for electronics and Camera (optional)
•Flashlight/Torch with extra batteries
•Water bottles
•Personal medication if any
Pickup Points
11:30 PM
Banashankari Bus Stop
11:45 PM
BTM - Udupi Garden Bus Stop, Opposite To A2B
12:00 PM
Silk Board - Bus Stop, Opposite To Pizza Hut
12:30 AM
Marathahalli - In Front of Kalamandir
01:00 AM
Tinfactory - Metro Station