Overview

Savandurga is a place with a fort on a lofty mountain, about 60 km from Bengaluru. The hill consists of two granite cliffs 4000 feet tall and 13 kilometres (8 miles) in circumference, one called Bilibetta or white peak, another Karibetta or black peak.

Details for SavandurgaTrek from Bangalore 

Trek Distance: ~5 km (both ways)

Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult

Altitude: 1,226 meters (4,026 ft)

Starting Point: Savandurga Base 

Trek Duration: 4-5 hours (including ascent & descent)

Trail Type: Steep Rocky Trail, Fort Ruins & Caves, Adventure & Wildlife.

Note:

Choose a Friday date for Saturday Sunrise.

Choose a Saturday date for Sunday Sunrise.

Once your booking is confirmed, we will add you to a WhatsApp group on the departure date around 6 PM, where we will share all necessary updates and information related to the trek.

Savandurga Trek from Bangalore – Detailed Itinerary

Day 0: Night Departure from Bangalore

◆ 11:00 PM: Pickup from Marathahalli

◆ 11:30 PM: Pickup from Silk Board

◆ 12:00 AM: Pickup from BTM Layout

◆ 12:30 AM: Pickup from Banashankari

◆ 1:00 AM: Pickup from RR Nagar

◆ 3:00 AM: Reach Savandurga Base Camp, followed by a trek briefing session.

For a group of 10-11, a 12-passenger Tempo Traveler will be arranged.

For a group of 20, a 22-seat Mini Bus will be designated.

For a group of 30, a 30-passenger bus will be provided.

For a Group of more than 35 People will be provided a 50 seater bus.

The pickup location remains the same; only the timings will vary, and updates will be shared in the WhatsApp group.

Day 1: Hike & Return to Bangalore

◆ 5:00 AM: Start the Savandurga sunrise trek through steep granite rock trails.

◆ 6:30 AM: Reach the Savandurga Peak and witness the breathtaking sunrise.

◆ 7:00 AM: Explore the fort ruins, take photos, and enjoy the peaceful summit.

◆ 8:00 AM: Start descending towards the base.

◆ 9:30 AM: Reach the base camp and freshen up.

◆ 10:00 AM: Depart to Bangalore.

◆ 12:30 PM: Reach Bangalore, concluding the trek.

With Transport Inclusions 

Transportation (Non-Ac) (to & fro)

A Guide from Namma Trip

Without Transport Inclusions 

A Guide from Namma Trip

Exclusions

Meals or any personal expenses like snacks, water, etc.

Trek permits

Any kind of Insurance

Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Note: After booking you have to provide PAN Card/voter ID / Driving license details for trek permits. (Aadhaar Card not accepted)

THINGS TO CARRY 

Small Backpack to carry the below essentials

Water bottles

Energy bars

Personal medication or A First Aid Kit

Sweaters/ jackets for the night.

Raincoat/Poncho (if it looks rainy)

Extra clothing (in case you plan to dive in the lake)

Flashlight/Torch with extra batteries

Camera (optional)

Good trekking shoes (Mandatory)