Channarayana Durga Fort Trek
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- Best Season - Winter (Nov, Dec, Jan) Spring (Feb, March, April) Summer (May, June, July) Monsoon (Aug, Sept, Oct)
You have seen friends and colleagues of yours taking a break and heading off on a trek and returning, looking and feeling refreshed. Now, you want to give it a whirl too, but then, you are not a trekker - yet.
No worries - Plan The Unplanned is there for you!
Your first trek doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be real - like the experiences of 45,000+ trekkers who trusted us and challenged themselves.
Our treks are designed for first-timers - those who don’t want to experience too much physical fatigue. But you are still up for some adventure! If you are someone like this, then the Channarayana Durga trek is the perfect choice for you!
A fairly easy trek, this option allows you an escape from the city for a few hours. On top of that, this trek allows you to explore some history and ancient architecture. After all, you are heading to a 17th century fort that sits several feet high. The distinct levels of the fort offer you multiple experiences and challenges, but the view from the top is truly surreal!
Trek highlights
Unlike many other treks, this trek has so much variety to offer – what starts off as a slightly challenging trek, goes on to become better and prettier. The wide blue skies will lie in wait for you, as the looming structures of the once resplendent Channarayana Durga fort start to appear. Although sitting atop giant rocks, this trek gives you a little bit of everything – from pristine water bodies to flowers happily dancing in the breeze.
- Invest just about half a day for an experience of a lifetime
- Trek up a rocky surface for an adventure that you will give you a rush
- Enjoy vistas that look like picture frames have come to life
- Explore the multiple parts of the fort, including a small lake, temples and mandapas
- Take a break or a breather and soak in the sights
- Spot a monkey or rabbit hopping around
- On your way back, take a moment to check out Mandagiri Betta or Basadi Betta; home to several Jain temples
- Check out the panoramic view of Pandithanahalli village, known for its pinch-shaped 81 feet tall Guru Mandir
The Channarayana Durga trek time is around 6 hours, and add to that the time to reach the trek base and back, you don’t need more than 12-13 hours totally. But should you choose to come on this trek with our tribe, we can assure you a great time and memories that you will relish for a lifetime!
Highlights
Day 1
‣ Depart from Bengaluru at 5:00am
‣ Enjoy a quick breakfast en-route
‣ Reach the base and start the trek by 8:30am
‣ Reach the peak and explore
‣ Soak your legs into the lake
‣ Descend and reach the base by 2:30pm
‣ Head to a local restaurant for a sumptuous lunch
‣ Reach Bengaluru by 5:00pm
*All timings are an estimate and subject to change
What will we do ?
Private Vehicle (Non-AC Push Back Seats Vehicle)
Breakfast
The hike up to Channarayana Durga commences in a tiny shrine in the village of the same name. This trail is fractionated into three parts each with something up the sleeves.
First walk is somewhat steep but on a rocky surface, walk on the left and upward till you start reaching on a level plane, with a mandapa-like structure at one end. The Tumkur district looms behind, and a fresh breeze nudges the air. It is the ideal place to get rested and take pictures.
As you proceed to the right, the trail looks quite barren - until you see wildflowers waving in the breeze. In 15-20 minutes, you come to the first stone entrance, which is the second level of the fort - commonly referred to as the Lost Paradise. The ruins are an opening into the inside where you see a calm lake stretched between crumbled fort walls. The reflection of the fort on the water is breathtaking so this is just the right place to relax, run your feet in the waters or even visit the ruins of the temples around. Look out for inquisitive monkeys and be careful especially in monsoon seasons since rocks are prone to become slippery.
The last stretch starts after a peaceful break. Round along the edge of the lake in trees and bushes, then left of the massive wall and right into a stone doorway (by-pass the right trail which is confusing and rough).
When you finally start climbing to the very top, breathtaking scenery of small dots that equate to villages and adjacent hills comes into sight. and perhaps with a bit of luck you will see a rabbit scurry across the grassy crest. The last peak is an easy climb with clearly defined steps that will take you through the primary fort entrance providing an extensive 360 view.
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Plan The Unplanned
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What’s life without adventure? Isn’t the real purpose of life to travel, to experience new places, and witness the sunrise from new mountaintops? This thought is what united Jatin and Tarun over a cup of chai, in spite of being from two unrelated backgrounds (CA and IT). They knew each other since the time Jatin was helping Tarun learn the ways of the wilderness through weekend treks and outings with another traveling group. Their love for traveling and trekking together motivated them to start something of their own. Thus was born “Plan The Unplanned”, where travel goals come true. Under the Companies Act, Plan The Unplanned is incorporated as Unplanned Journeys Private Limited They started their journey on unsteady ground, much like any other company, but they shared an infatuation for travel and adventure with their customers, which amplified their determination, and thus, Plan the Unplanned family keeps getting bigger every day! Just about any travel idea can come alive with Plan The Unplanned…treks, adventure activities like rock climbing, kayaking, rafting, backpacking trips across the country, cultural outings, photo walks; everything that fellow travelers need, to explore the great outdoors together. Well now that the wanderlust has kicked in and you can already see a vacation in your nearest future, here’s what we have to offer!
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Inclusions
- Round-trip via non-AC tempo traveller or minibus (based on group size) with push-back seats
- 1× Breakfast
- Trained outdoor leader from Plan The Unplanned & a local guide
- The overall experience that you gain during the trek
Exclusions
- Any meals beyond those listed
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Any kind of insurance (health, medical, life and accidental)
- Anything not expressly mentioned in the inclusions
Things to carry
✅ Warm layers and down or fleece jackets to stay warm
✅ Lunch box and reusable cutlery to carry your packed lunch
✅ Sun caps and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun and heat
✅ Small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek
✅ Compact raincoat or backpack cover to stay dry
✅ A comfortable pair of trekking shoes with good grip
✅ Extra cash for any meals not covered in your itinerary
✅ Flip-flops for lazing around the campsite
✅ Portable chargers for other electronics
✅ Torch or headlamp for visibility at night
✅ Extra pairs of clothes to change into
✅ Poly bags to pack your wet clothes
✅ Energy bars to refuel during the trek
✅ 2x one-litre water bottles
PICKUP LOCATIONS
Udupi Grand, Teacher's Colony, HSR Layout
Yamaha Showroom Domlur
Cubbon Park Signal
KTM Mekhri Circle
Yeshwanthpur Metro
Without Travel
Policy and more
Refund/Cancellation Policy – Weekend Trips from Bangalore
In the event that YOU cancel your trek, this is the cancellation policy we follow:
Intimation Period*
Cancellation Fee**
7 days or more
10% of the total invoice value
Between 3-6 days
50% of the total invoice value
Between 0-2 days
100% of the total invoice value
*Intimation Period means the number of days before the tour is scheduled to start
**Cancellation Fee is the amount of money that will be deducted from the total billing amount before offering the refund.
NOTE:
- Cancellations on the day of departure or a day prior due to work/family emergencies, health issues, etc. would not be entertained, and no refund or transfer to further dates shall be allowed for the same.
- If you are wanting to cancel out on the day of departure and move the trek to a future date an additional charge of RS 1500 would have to be incurred to make the movement to a future date. This can be availed only within 3 months from the date of the actual trip departure.
- Additional charges would be deducted (based on from where you booked) if you cancel the trek at any given date (along with the scenario described above), as payment gateway/event listing charges.
Transfer of Dates Policy
- If you wish to shift your date of booking due to any unforeseen circumstances, the same should be intimated to us not less than 72 hours before the date of the event. (Not valid for group or corporate bookings)
- Only one transfer per booking shall be permitted. Your booking shall stand canceled if you fail to join the event on the transferred dates.
- Once the option of data transfer is made, the booking amount shall be held as credits with us, and in no case will a refund be made further on.
- Transfer of Dates is not valid for Bhutan, Meghalaya, Himalayan Treks, Spiti or any other event worth is above 5000/- INR.
- Transfer of dates on the day of departure shall be possible at an additional charge of 1500/- per person (applicable for few events).
In the pandemic everything is unpredictable, and we are doing our best to give you the finest services. We are also abiding by guidelines laid by government for everyone’s safety. In this, if the government issues a lockdown notice 24 hours before the departure date, we will issue full refund. The money will be directly credited to your account.
In another scenario, if lockdown notice is imposed on the departure date, we will secure your amount in the form of credits that you can use for further bookings. Consider it your bank for future bookings. Your money is safe with us.
For all the above choices, you can transfer your tickets to your friends. We would be more than happy to have them on board and you could save your hard-earned money.
Frequently Asked Questionss
Q: I have booked the trek when will I get further updates regarding the trek?
A: Well, most of our treks are usually confirmed by Thursday and you would receive a BON VOYAGE mail that would contain details as regards Pickup Points ( Location and Timings ), Outdoor Leader ( Point of Contact ), Do’s and Don’ts. You’ll be added to Whatsapp Group for all further updates.
Q: Would I be added to a WhatsApp Group once the trek is confirmed?
A: Yes, the Bon Voyage mail would contain a link for Whatsapp Group through which one can join and interact with fellow travellers and outdoor leaders.
Q: I'm a solo traveller, Can I join?
A: The interesting thing about travelling alone is that you get to meet new people from diverse backgrounds, and towards the end, you are no longer strangers. Hence solo travellers are always welcome to join us on our trips.
Read more about solo travelling here and get inspired! https://www.plantheunplanned.com/solo-yet-accompanied/
Q: Is it safe for Women/Girls?
A: Safety and security are our priority at all times. Hence it is safe for women/girls to join us on our treks and travels. Our trek leaders accompany the team at all times, and our campsites are secured and safe for accommodation. We also have female trek leaders who accompany us on most of our treks.
Q: Do I have to carry luggage during trekking?
A: Not at all. You could keep all the extra luggage back at the campsite/homestay/bus and carry only the necessary stuff for the trek (Raincoats, Torchlight, Waterbottle, lunchbox, and your valuable)
Q: Do you have Washrooms during the trek?
A: Well, you are in the mountains and none of our trails has a washroom facility during the trek.
Q: How do I avail discounts?
A: Details for availing discounts are mentioned in the following link, https://www.plantheunplanned.com/membership/
Q: Do I have any other boarding points apart from the ones mentioned?
A: Yes, we do have options for picking a traveller on board with a few locations provided they are on the route to our destination. The following are the same:
- Croma Store, Sony World Signal
- Trinity Circle Metro Station
- Yeshwanthpur Metro Station
- Goraguntepalya Metro Station
- Nayanadahalli Metro Station
Q: What is the "Without Travel" option during my booking process?
A: Well, if you select this option, all the travel arrangements for your entire itinerary must be managed by yourself, and Plan the Unplanned crew will not be managing anything related to your travel. We recommend you come via car for a smooth travel experience to, from and within the destination.
Q: Would I be able to postpone to the future in case I do not attend the trek/trip on the day of departure?
A: We are extremely sorry, you cannot postpone to any future date in case you fail to attend the trek on the mentioned date for any reasons whatsoever (family/health/work emergencies). You can write to us at [email protected] as regards and our team will get in touch with you on the same
Q: I've never gone on a hike before, so can I do this one?
A: Yes. Channarayana Durga might be a good first hike for someone who has an active lifestyle. We encourage some preparation before tackling a hike for persons who live a very sedentary lifestyle.
Q: What makes Channarayana unique?
A: It is a hilltop fort in Karnataka's Tumkur district that is close to Madhugiri. Within the fort, there are a few temples and historic buildings. One of the best places for trekking around Bangalore is this. In the Middle Ages, Channarayana Durga served as a strategic fortification, and several battles were waged to claim it.
Q: What about the Channarayana trek's cellphone network and connectivity?
A: Throughout the trek, a solid network is provided. When you are trekking, the majority of the main network providers, including Vodafone, Airtel, and Jio, pick up signals.
Q: Can we leave the luggage at the homestay?
A: This is a one-day trek. So it won’t be possible to leave the luggage at the homestay. You can leave it on the bus and carry the necessary for the trek
Q: I'm looking for a spot to park my vehicle. Is there parking available?
A: Vehicles can easily get to the start of the hike. By road, the base is well linked. Parking is available immediately at the base. As a result, you may park your car and begin your hike directly from the campground!
Q: Is the trail filled with leeches?
A: If you go trekking during the monsoon season, you will almost certainly encounter leeches along the way.
Q: Is it possible to camp anywhere along the trail?
A: It's not necessary to camp atop Channarayana Durga either. The walk may be finished in one day, returning you to the base settlement. Additionally, the fact that hikers are camped atop the hill may not be well received by the locals at the base. If you wish to set up camp, you can ask the locals for permission and find a spot close to the base in one of the farmlands.
Q: Is it possible to trek Channarayana Durga during the monsoon season?
A: No, it is not possible to trek Channarayana Durga during the monsoon season.
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