Overview

Set within the pristine wilderness of Mukurthi National Park, the Parsons Valley Trek is a rewarding trail through dense Shola forests and rolling grasslands. This scenic route leads to the historic Mukurthi Hut, offering a mix of raw terrain, serene landscapes, and chances to spot unique wildlife.

Ideal for experienced trekkers, it’s a perfect escape into one of the Nilgiris’ most untouched regions.

Bookings for this trek will close 14 days prior to the departure date, with a maximum of 11 participants per batch. Please plan ahead and reserve your spot early to avoid missing out.

  • Difficulty level : Difficult
  • Trek Length : 20 Kms in total
  • Distance from Bangalore : 380 Kms (One Way) 
  • Minimum Age : 12 Years 
  • Maximum Age : 50 Years
  • Transport : AC Tempo Traveler
  • Food : Veg Food
  • Washrooms : Only at Base Camp
  • Accommodation Type : Basic Dorms separate for Male & Female
2 Days 15 May
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • A/C Tempo Traveler from Bangalore to Bangalore
  • Trekking Permit
  • Accommodation in Dormitory or Camping Tents (separate for Male & Female)
  • 2 Breakfast (Veg)
  • 1 Packed Lunch (Veg)
  • 1 Dinner (Veg)
  • Instructor from BMC

What is NOT included in the tour

  • GST
  • Any Sightseeing Entry
  • Sunday Lunch
  • Anything not mentioned above
Things to carry
  • Personal Medication (if any)
  • Strong Backpack (Preferably water proof)
  • Fresh pair of clothes for two days.
  • Empty Lunch Box
  • Toiletries.
  • Water bottles (at least 2 liters of water)
  • A torch with new batteries (must in case of emergency)
  • You can carry Energy Food (Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Electrolyte drinks - Glucose etc.)
  • Sunglasses, Sunscreen.
  • Camera (Optional)
  • Rain Coat (Highly Suggested)
  • Trekking Shoes (Highly Suggested)
Itinerary
Day 1

Bangalore to Ooty (Via Hosur)

Bangalore Mountaineering Club
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08:30 PM: Pick-up from BMC, Indiranagar
08:45 PM: Pick-up from Domlur Sky Walk, Opp to Domlur Bus Stop
09:00 PM: Pick up from Sapphire Toys, Richmond Road (Near Sacred Heart Church)
09:30 PM: Pick up from Silkboard, near Renault Showroom

Day 2

Parsons Valley Trekking Shed to Mukurthi Hut

Ooty
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05:00 AM: Reach Ooty
06:00 AM: Freshen up & Breakfast
07:30 AM: Drive to Trek Start point (45 mins drive)
08:30 AM: Reach Trek Start Point & Start the trek
11:00 AM: Reach the peak. Have packed lunch on the way
01:00 PM: Start climbing down
04:00 PM: Reach base camp & Drive back to Homestay
05:30 PM: Reach Homestay, Have Tea/Coffee Snacks
08:00 PM: Dinner & Overnight Stay

Day 3

Pine Forest & Pykara Lake

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07:30 AM: Wake up - Freshen-up
08:30 AM: Have Breakfast & Start back to Bangalore.
10:30 AM: Visit Pine Forest & Pykara Lake Enroute
01:30 PM: Have self sponsored Lunch on the way
09:00 PM: Reach back to Bangalore.

Silkboard drop point will be changed to RR Nagar while returning to Bangalore since we return by Mysore road.

notes

Bookings for this trek will close 14 days prior to the departure date, with a maximum of 11 participants per batch. Please plan ahead and reserve your spot early to avoid missing out.

Cancellation policy. 

  • Cancellations made 30 days before the date of departure 80% refund can be availed. 

  • Cancellations made 29-15 days before the date of departure 50% refund can be availed. 

  • Cancellations made 14 days before the departure refund, future trek credit or transfer of booking won’t be applicable.