Chinaga Betta Trek is a moderate hike located in the Thimlapura Wildlife Sanctuary near Tumkur, Karnataka. It is a great option for beginners who want to experience the beauty of the outdoors without too much difficulty. The trek takes about 2 hours to complete and offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
The trek starts from the Torana Anjaneya Temple and goes up to the Sri Lakshmi Ranganatha Swami Temple. The trail is well-maintained and marked with white arrows. It is important to be in good physical condition for this trek, as there are some steep sections. However, the views from the top are worth the effort!
Along the way, you will pass through a variety of different landscapes, including grasslands, forests, and rocky outcrops. You may also spot some wildlife, such as monkeys, birds, and reptiles. The trek is not too challenging, but it is important to be aware of your surroundings and watch out for wildlife.
Trekking Details: Starting Point: The starting point of Chinaga Betta Trek is the Torana Anjaneya Temple, located in the Swandenahalli village in the Thimlapura Wildlife Sanctuary near Tumkur.
Trek Route: You will pass through a variety of different landscapes, including grasslands, forests, and rocky outcrops. You may also spot some wildlife, such as monkeys, birds, and reptiles. The trek is not too challenging, but it is important to be aware of your surroundings and watch out...
   Read moreAn easy trek near Bangalore. its a fun trek. At one point, there is rope climbing also, dont worry its not too difficult. There is no washroom available but parking available at the bottom. Carry good amount of water. there are some eateries available on the way but its not open in the early morning. One thing I didnt enjoy, is that you have to pay for the trek. God, that was insane, I paid 256 including GST, seriously for 2 kms trek. I mean thats a lot of fee. it could have been little less under 100 but 256 for a trek and that too for this trek. Since then, i have stopped going to bangalore treks. its better to go to Himalayas where you dont...
   Read moreOne of the lesser known trek around Tumkur, approx 90 km from bangalore. This place is plastic free, you can find very less plastic littering in the trail, if you visiting this place or other places don't liter. You can reach this place with own or private vehicles since goverment bus facilities is not available to this place, and nearest railway is also far need to reach tumkur, it's better to go with organisation, and i could recommend Bangalore mountaineer club( @bmcindia). Highly recommended for day trek and also scenic. Trail are bit confusing while...
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