Overview

One of the lesser known treks in the Tamil Nadu circuit. We head towards the base where we freshen up and start the trek. First day hike is easy down hill climb from Vattakanal to vellagavi.

After trekking for 6kms, we reach Vellagavi, a 50 house village with no road connectivity. They have to visit Vattakanal for selling the fruits and spices which are in abundance. Oranges, Butter Fruit, Papaya, Banana, Guava, Passion Fruit, Jack Fruit are some of the many varieties of fruits available here, which make it a mouthwatering experience. We visit the near by view points after having the lunch & reach back to the campsite for overnight stay. 

Day 2 welcomes us with an unforgiving winding path which is continuously steep and equally spooky with the mist. After a tiring 3 hour hike, the warmth of lemon tea in the cold weather of Vattakanal concludes a satisfactory trek. The trek ends at Dolphin Nose in Vattakanal.

This trek route is temporarily changed to Vattakanal >> Vellagavi >> Vattakanal.


  • Trek Length : 14 Kms approx in total (Two way)
  • Difficulty Level : Moderate 
  • Distance from Bangalore : 480 Kms (One Way) 
  • Minimum Age :10 Years 
  • Maximum : 50
  • Weather : 20 to 25 Degrees
  • Attraction : Beautiful Landscape, Water falls & View points
  • Transport : Non AC Tempo Traveler
  • Food : Veg Food
  • Washrooms : Only at Campsite (Basic)
  • Accommodation Type : Camping Tents (separate for Male & Female)

Important Note:

  • Food & stay in this trek are very basic.
  • Participants will have to carry there Bags on this trek while trekking or can leave it in vehicle.

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2 Days 29 Nov, 20 Dec, 27 Dec, and more Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Non A/C Tempo Traveler from Bangalore to Bangalore
  • Trekking
  • Accommodation in Tents
  • 2 Breakfast
  • 1 Lunch
  • 1 Dinner
  • Instructor from BMC
  • Forest Permissions
  • Basic First-Aid

What is NOT included in the tour

  • GST
  • Food during bus journey
  • Anything not mentioned above

Note: There is a different permission charge for Foreigner & the difference amount should be paid by the participant on spot

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)

PACK LIGHT, CARRY ONLY WHAT IS NECESSARY
 

Itinerary
Day 1

Bangalore to Kodaikanal

BMC Adventures
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08:00 PM: Pick-up from BMC, Indiranagar
08:15 PM: Pick-up from Domlur Sky Walk, Opp to Domlur Bus Stop
08:30 PM: Pick up from Sapphire Toys, Richmond Road (Near Sacred Heart Church)
09:00 PM: Pick up from Silkboard

Day 2

Trek to Vellagavi Village

Vellagavi
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07:00 AM: Reach Kodaikanal, Have Freshen Up & Breakfast
09:00 AM: Start the trek from Vattakanal to Vellagavi
01:00 PM: Reach Campsite & have Lunch
02:00 PM: Trek to View point
05:00 PM: Reach back to Campsite
07:00 PM: Enjoy Campfire & have Dinner (Overnight stay in Tents)

Day 3

Trek from Vellagavi to Vattakanal

Vattakanal
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06:00 AM: Wake up - Freshen-up - Breakfast.
08:00 AM: Trek back to Vattakanal
10:30 AM: Reach Vattakanal
11:30 AM: Start back to Bangalore - Have self sponsored lunch on the way.
11:00 PM: Reach Bangalore.

Route Map
Trek to Canopy Hills, Vattakanal - Kodaikanal - Route mapTrek to Canopy Hills, Vattakanal - Kodaikanal - Route map
Location
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India View on Map
Difficulty Level
Moderate to Difficult
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