Kodachadri Peak Trek

Kodachadri Peak Trek

Trek to one of Karnataka's sacred peaks โ€” dense Mookambika forests, waterfalls and a sunset that draws pilgrims and trekkers alike

Moderate ๐Ÿ“ Karnataka ๐Ÿ“ 18 km โ›ฐ๏ธ Max 1343m ๐Ÿ“… 2 day(s) โœ… No permit required

Best Seasons

October November December January February

Start Point

Nittur / Kollur โ†’ Nittur / Kollur

Drive from Mangalore (~130km, 3 hours) or Udupi (~100km, 2.5 hours) to Kollur or Nittur trailhead.

Highlights

  • Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary โ€” excellent birding and wildlife
  • Hidlumane Falls en route โ€” spectacular in post-monsoon
  • Sarvajna Peetha โ€” sacred temple at the summit
  • Sea of clouds visible below the summit on clear mornings
  • Sunset views across the Western Ghats to the Arabian Sea coast

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