Coorg, Karnataka
Kumara Parvatha Trek from Somwarpet
- Duration
- 2D / 1N2 days · 1 night
- Starts from
- Bangalore
- Trip type
- Trekking
A tough weekend climb up Kumara Parvatha, Coorg's second-highest peak, from the Somwarpet side, with a homestay night and Mallali Falls.
- Trekking
- Heights
- Nature
- Adventure
Dates
- 13–14 Nov 20262 days₹4,299
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The trip
Kumara Parvatha is one of the toughest weekend treks in South India and a fixture on every Karnataka trekker's list. This version climbs and descends from the Somwarpet side in Coorg, not from Kukke Subramanya, so please book knowing the trail goes up and comes back the same way.
The climb runs through dense Western Ghats forest, past clear streams and volcanic rock, before opening up onto grassy slopes near the summit at about 5,600 ft. On a clear day you look out over rolling green ridges with clouds drifting below you; on a misty one you walk straight into them. The forest canopy keeps most of the ascent shaded, which makes it far kinder than an open-ridge trek in warm weather.
The trek day is long, around 6 to 8 hours on foot, and the steep sections will test your legs, so come with some fitness and a steady pace. Trek leaders stay with the group the whole way. After the descent you are back at a simple, clean homestay for high tea, a bonfire when the weather allows, a vegetarian dinner and a well-earned night's sleep. The next morning is easy: breakfast, the roaring Mallali Falls, the star-shaped Manjarabad Fort, and the drive back to Bangalore.
The trek runs on Karnataka Forest Department permits issued under the Aranya Vihara scheme, so seats depend on permit availability and booking early is strongly advised. Carry a photocopy of your Aadhaar or Voter ID; it is needed for the permit.
Highlights
Day 1 · 8:00 AMForest climb to Kumara Parvatha
Day 1 · 12:30 PMKumara Parvatha summit & packed lunch
Day 2 · 9:30 AMMallali Falls
Day 2 · 2:00 PMManjarabad Fort
Day by day
Overnight Departure from Bangalore & Kumara Parvatha Trek
The group leaves Bangalore on the previous night, picking up at HSR Layout (8:15 PM), Domlur Sky Walk (8:50 PM), Ashok Nagar (9:15 PM) and Global Mall, Nayandahalli (10:00 PM), then drives about 250 km overnight to Somwarpet in a non-AC push-back vehicle. Please finish dinner before boarding, as there is no dinner stop. After breakfast at the homestay, the team drives to the trailhead for a full day on Kumara Parvatha: a long forest climb to the summit, packed lunch at the top, and the descent back to the homestay for high tea, a bonfire and dinner.
- 6:00 AMArrive in SomwarpetReach the homestay after the overnight drive from Bangalore. Freshen up and get your daypack ready for the trek.
- 6:30 AMBreakfast at the homestayVegetarian breakfast at the homestay (included). Pack your lunch box with the packed lunch handed out for the trail.
- 7:30 AMDrive to the trek baseShort drive from the homestay to the Kumara Parvatha trailhead on the Somwarpet side. Forest permits and ID checks are handled here.
- 8:00 AMForest climb to Kumara Parvatha (a highlight)Steady climb through dense Western Ghats forest, past streams and volcanic rock. Shaded for most of the way, with steep pushes near the top.
- 12:30 PMKumara Parvatha summit & packed lunch (a highlight)Reach the summit at about 5,600 ft for views over the Coorg ridges and the clouds. Packed lunch at the top (included) before turning back.
- 1:30 PMDescend to the baseReturn the same way through the forest to the trailhead, then drive back to the homestay. Go slow on the steep, rocky stretches.
- 5:30 PMHigh tea & snacksFreshen up at the homestay and recover with tea and snacks.
- 7:30 PMBonfire, dinner & night at the homestayBonfire if the weather allows, then a vegetarian dinner (included). Overnight in the homestay on sharing basis, separate for men and women.
Mallali Falls, Manjarabad Fort & Return to Bangalore
An easy morning after the big climb. After breakfast and check-out, the group drives to Mallali Falls, where the Kumaradhara river drops into a deep green valley, and then on to Manjarabad Fort, an 18th-century star-shaped fort near Sakleshpur. Lunch is on the way and self-sponsored. The drive back reaches Bangalore at around 10:30 PM, with no dinner stop.
- 7:30 AMBreakfast & check-outVegetarian breakfast at the homestay (included), then pack up and check out.
- 8:30 AMDrive to Mallali FallsDrive from Somwarpet to Mallali Falls in the trip vehicle.
- 9:30 AMMallali Falls (a highlight)The Kumaradhara river plunges into a forested valley below Pushpagiri. Walk down to the viewpoint and take in the falls.
- 11:00 AMDrive towards SakleshpurScenic drive through coffee and spice country towards Sakleshpur.
- 12:30 PMLunch on the wayLunch stop at a local restaurant (self-sponsored).
- 2:00 PMManjarabad Fort (a highlight)Climb up to the star-shaped Manjarabad Fort near Sakleshpur for its ramparts and wide views over the Western Ghats.
- 3:30 PMReturn drive to BangaloreDrive back to Bangalore in the non-AC push-back vehicle, reaching at around 10:30 PM. There is no dinner stop on the way.
What’s included
5 items · extras
Gear & extras, 5 items
- Trek leaders throughout the trip
- Accommodation in a homestay on sharing basis, separate for men and women
- Karnataka Forest Department entry fees and trek permit
- To-and-fro transport from Bangalore (non-AC push-back tempo traveller or mini-bus)
- 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch (packed) and 1 Dinner, all vegetarian
Not included, 5 items
- Any meals not mentioned in the inclusions
- Insurance of any kind (health, medical, life, accident)
- GST @ 5%
- Personal expenses of any kind
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Questions about this trip
How hard is the Kumara Parvatha trek?
It is rated moderate to hard and is one of the tougher weekend treks in South India. The trek day is about 6 to 8 hours on foot, with long steep sections through forest and rocky stretches near the top. Regular walking, running or stair climbing in the weeks before will make a big difference. Trek leaders set a steady pace and stay with the group.
What should I carry for this trek?
A photocopy of your Aadhaar or Voter ID (mandatory for the forest permit), a lunch box and spoon for the packed lunch (mandatory), a small daypack, 2 water bottles of 1 litre each, trekking shoes with good grip, a raincoat or bag cover, a warm layer for the night, a torch or headlamp, a power bank, an extra set of clothes, polybags for wet clothes, slippers for the homestay, and some cash for meals not included.
Why should I book early? Is a permit needed?
Yes. The trek runs on Karnataka Forest Department permits issued under the Aranya Vihara scheme, and the number of permits per day is limited. Booking at least 30 days ahead is strongly recommended, and every traveller must carry a copy of their Aadhaar or Voter ID for the permit.
Where are the pickup points and is there a dinner stop?
Pickups are at Indian Oil Petrol Pump HSR Layout (8:15 PM), Domlur Sky Walk (8:50 PM), McDonald's Ashok Nagar (9:15 PM) and Global Mall near Nayandahalli Metro (10:00 PM). Exact timings are confirmed in the trip group before departure. Please have dinner before boarding, as there is no dinner stop on the way out or on the way back.
What are the stay and food like?
You stay one night in a simple, clean homestay on sharing basis, with separate arrangements for men and women. Expect basic comfort rather than luxury. All meals served are vegetarian. Alcohol, smoking and intoxicants are not allowed at any point during the trip.
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