Aranya VihaaraStay

Trek guide

Every official trail in Karnataka, and where to stay.

Trek permits are issued through the Karnataka Forest Department's Aranya Vihaara portal. Book a stay with us and we'll arrange one badge for free.

Chikmagalur

Coffee country and the highest peaks of the Ghats

Stays in Chikmagalur →
Kudremukha Trek trailDifficult

Chikmagalur · #112

Kudremukha Trek

The iconic horse-face peak and one of the longest treks in Karnataka, crossing streams and endless grasslands.

Distance
20 km
Duration
8–9 hrs
Elevation
1894 m
1 stays nearby →

Kodagu

Misty ridges, shola forests and river sources

Stays in Kodagu →

Dakshina Kannada

Rainforest rivers flowing to the Arabian Sea

Stays in Dakshina Kannada →
Nethravathi Trek trailDifficult

Dakshina Kannada · #113

Nethravathi Trek

A steep rainforest climb to the source region of the Nethravathi river, rewarded with jaw-dropping valley views.

Distance
14 km
Duration
7–8 hrs
Elevation
1520 m
1 stays nearby →