Ettina Bhuja Trek
Location
Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Price
₹3,999
Max Altitude
1455 meters
Distance
5 km round trip
Overview
Ettina Bhuja, which translates to "Oxs Shoulder in Kannada, is a striking peak nestled within the Charmadi Ghats of the Western Ghats, located in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka. The trek usually begins from the Sri Nanya Bhairaveshwara Temple in Byrapura village, about 25 kilometers from Mudigere. The trail winds through lush forests and open grasslands before reaching a distinctive rocky outcrop that resembles an oxs shoulder. While most of the trek is easy and suitable for beginners, the final ascent involves a steep and narrow rocky section with an incline of about 75 to 80 degrees. This portion can be particularly challenging during the monsoon season due to slippery conditions.
Highlights
- •Stunning grassland views stretching for kilometers
- •Diverse flora and fauna including rare species
- •Multiple waterfalls along the trail during monsoon
- •UNESCO World Heritage Site (Western Ghats)
- •Panoramic views from the horse-face shaped peak
- •Stay in homestays amidst coffee plantations
Itinerary
Bangalore to Mudigere
Travel from Bangalore to Ettina bhuja Base Camp
- •Start your journey from Bengaluru to Ettina Bhuja Base Camp. You will travel in comfortable, private non-AC transportation at 8:00 PM, with convenient pick-up points throughout the city.
- •Pickup from multiple points in the city
- •Once everyone is on board, the trek leads will make you participate in some activities to get over the residual office thoughts. The fun sessions involve Small icebreaker sessions to get to know your fellow travellers. Of course, even after doing all that, we know how important sleep is for you to enjoy the trip, so consider that taken care of.
Day 1: Trek to Ettina Bhuja Trek
Full day trek through diverse landscapes to reach the summit
- •Reach the Samse early in the morning and take a jeep ride to reach the homestay. Reach homestay freshen-up and have breakfast
- •Get ready to start the trek and Leave all your luggage at the homestay. Carry only water bottles. packed lunch and snacks if needed.
- •Start trek through dense forests and grasslands
- •Head to the Ettina Bhuja trek start point and you will receive a briefing about the Ettina Bhuja trek and participate in a short warm-up session.
- •Trek through one of the beautiful and serene routes in the western ghats to reach the peak of Ettina Bhuja.
- •Enjoy the view of Amedikallu, Jenukallu, and Deepadakallu from the peak.. Reach the peak and have a packed lunch with a beautiful view
- •After soaking in the views and capturing some photos, start your descending.
- •Reach the homestay stay freshen up and enjoy the tea-snacks
- •Have an authentic hot dinner, enjoy a firecamp and take a sound sleep in the lap of nature.
Day 2: Return to Bangalore
Leisurely morning before returning to Bangalore
- •Wake up to the sounds of nature quite early in the morning and Freshen up and have breakfast
- •Head to the devaramane and Bettada Byraveshwara Temple
- •Lunch at a popular Hassan restaurant (Self Sponsored)
- •Depart for Bangalore taking a bag full of wonderful memories with us
- •You will return to Bangalore between 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Whats Included
- ✓Transport: To and fro from Bengaluru in TT/Mini Bus
- ✓Accommodation: Homestay on sharing basis
- ✓Food: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, High-Tea snacks and 1 Dinner
- ✓Forest entry tickets
- ✓Expert Trek lead from goChaarana
- ✓Basic first aid support
Whats Not Included
- ✗Any other expenses incurred apart from inclusions.
- ✗Personal expenses
- ✗Personal Accident Insurance
- ✗Any additional expenses due to emergencies.
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
Pickup Points
Karachi Bakery - Indiranagar
Domlur - Skywalk
Yeshwanthpur - Metro station
Goraguntepalya - Metro station