HYDVENTURA: Trek to highest peak(6350ft) between the Himalayas and the Nilgiris on 29-30th November
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Hi All,
Please Reply to write2hy...@gmail.com if interested. You can also join Hydventura group on Facebook And hydve...@googlegroups.com.
Also, if you need a Sleeping Bag for same, it is available on rent (Rs. 50/day). Do mention your requirement, while sending the nomination.
Limited Number of SBs are available, on FCFS basis.
This trek is open for HYDERABAD,BANGALORE , MANGALORE, MYSORE, CHENNAI.
Hydventura is planning an Arduous trek to the highest peak of Karnataka in Chikmagalur district – MULLAYANGIRI PEAK with height of 6330 feet/ 1930 meters. It offers larger than life views and some of the very interesting trails (includes ridge hiking). The trailhead off the ghat-road known as Sarpadhari that leads to the Mullayanagiri peak. This stretch is fairly steep (almost 60 degrees) and first passes through brush and low trees until it turns right alongside a ravine on the right.
Baba Budangiri is a mountain in the Baba Budan or Dattagiri range. Baba Budangiri is known for its shrine to the Sufi saint Baba Budan, a pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Muslims.
Manikyadhara Falls is on the Baba Budangiri Hills. It is one of the main attractions of Baba Budan Giri or Dattapeeta.the water that falls down is in the form of droplets and they shine in the sunlight. Hence it is known as Manikyadhara means a string of pearls.
The astounding variety of the 15-km trail ranging from steep inclines, gusty winds, blinding mist, freezing temperatures, sunset views, grassy plateaus, waterfalls and lakes in the vicinity, not to forget, scary drops, is unmatched.
The plan goes like this
28th November: [Friday]
1. 1645 hrs: Bus to Chikmagalur/Udupi(Karnataka). Timings may differ from your respective locations.
29th November: [Saturday]
1. 0930 hrs: Reach the base location i.e. Sarpadhari.
2. 1030 hrs: Start trekking for Mullayangiri Peak after the Breakfast
3. 1330 hrs: Lunch on the way
4. 1430 hrs: Reach Mullayangiri Peak and spend some time there.
5. 1500 hrs: Start for Manikyadhara Falls for camping.
6. 1900 hrs: Finish trekking, & prepare for night stay at the falls.
7. 2000 hrs: Dinner time.
8. 2030 hrs: Play some games, around the camp-fire (subject to availability). Sleep after that.
30th November: [Saturday]
1. 0500 hrs: Good morning. Get freshen up.
2. 0530 hrs: Start for Bababoodangiri Peak. Breakfast on the way.
3. 0630 hrs: Reach Peak and dive into the beauty. Enjoy the sunrise.
4. 0800 hrs: Have breakfast and start descending.
5. 1130 hrs: Reach the base and visit nearby places if time permits
6. 1300 hrs: Have lunch at the nearby eatery
7. 1600 hrs: Board the train/Bus back to the respective locations.
1st December: [Sunday]
1. 07:50hrs: Reach Home. J
Things to carry:
1. Rucksack/ backpack.
2. Sleeping bag.
3. Shoes with good grip.
4. A few plastic covers to keep items dry.
5. Slippers/ floaters for using in night.
6. Torch.
7. Water Bottle min (2 lt)
8. Toilet kit
9. Camera/Binocular- OPTIONAL
10. First – Aid kit, any specific medicines you need.
11. Traveller’s/Swiss knife ..If you have one.
12. Carry Identification card.
Note:
- Pl. do not expect any luxury during the Trip. This is an exploratory trek, and we expect things to go wrong.
- The Routes to be followed are still in planning phase. We will send out a detailed mail with the Travel Plan.
- No alcohol or loud music. Also we prefer non-smokers.
- Strictly no plastics to be thrown.
- This Trip is open for Infosys and Non-Infoscions as well.
- Last date for nomination is 21th November by 4:00 PM (Strictly). Amount should be transferred to the account number [will be sent once nominations are frozen].
- In case of any doubts/queries, please reach out to us 8884944494(Arpit).
Difficulty: Medium
Approximate cost of the Trip : Rs 1200(Chikmagalur - Chikmagalur)
Best Time to Trek: September to February.
Min no of folks: 15 Max no of folks: 25
Regards,
Team Hydventura