: 8 Best Treks Around Bengaluru for a Weekend Amid Nature #IndiaNEWS #Bengaluru Are you staying in or around Bengaluru, and looking for a weekend getaway? If yes, here are some fascinating trek destinations

8 Best Treks Around Bengaluru for a Weekend Amid Nature #IndiaNEWS #Bengaluru
Are you staying in or around Bengaluru, and looking for a weekend getaway? If yes, here are some fascinating trek destinations near the city that are so good, you’ll be packing your bags right away!
1. Agni Gudda Trek Sakleshpur
This is a comparatively small trek that leads to the ancient Manjarabad Fort in Sakleshpur, which was constructed by Tipu Sultan as a defence spot. The place is open for trekking from 6 am to 6 pm.
Distance from Bengaluru: 242 km
Why you should visit: Through the trek, which is about 3 km long, you’ll find lush greenery and a waterfall. The place is also ideal for an overnight stay.

2. Narsimha Parvatha Trek Agumbe Ghats
This is the highest peak of the Agumbe Ghats, and has a height of 1,150 m above sea level. The trek to Narasimha Parvatha starts from Kigga Temple. It’s open from 7 am to 4 pm, and the average time to cover the trek is five to six hours.
Distance from Bengaluru: 362 km
Why you should visit: The grassy hills and small streams carved out by the Sita river are a sight to behold. There’s also a lot of local flora and fauna to learn about along your 8-km journey.

3. Skandagiri Trek Kalavara
Well connected by road and railways, Skandagiri offers mesmerising views. The trail starts from Papagni Mutt and goes all the way to the top, where lie the ruins of a fort that dates back to the 18th century.
Distance from Bengaluru: 60 km
Why you should visit: The trek can be comfortably completed within five hours. By reaching the top, one can spot the ruined walls, carved pillars, and stones, which take you back to the time when Skandagiri Fort was filled with life and grandeur.

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