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Near Bangalore · Kolar

Antaragange

Boulder caves and a perennial spring on a volcanic hill

Easy~5 km round trip2 hrs including cave section

From ₹1,150 per person

No permit

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From Bangalore
70 km · ~1.75 h
Difficulty
Easy
Best months
Oct–Feb
Altitude
Not published
Distance
~5 km round trip
Time on trail
2 hrs including cave section

A boulder-strewn hill near Kolar with a Kashi Vishweshwara temple and a spring of continuous water ("Antar Ganga"). Short, scrambly, and popular for evening and night camps.

  • Boulder caves
  • Perennial spring
  • Kolar Gold Fields nearby

Permit & rules

Permit needed?
No formal trek permit
Issued by
Local authority
How to book
Walk-up; verify any night-trek restrictions.
Fee
Nominal.
Guide
Not mandatory
Night trek
Not allowed

Best time to visit

Go

Oct–Feb

Avoid

Rain (slippery boulders)

Wildlife

  • Monkeys
  • Bats in the caves

What to wear

  • Grippy shoes

What to carry

  • Water
  • Torch

Typical itinerary

  1. Afternoon drive, golden-hour climb, return by dinner.

Operators compared

Listed starting prices per person from Bangalore. They change by batch – confirm inclusions with the operator.

Do it yourself

Fuel + snacks.

~₹400

Backpackers United

One-day trek · Friday-night bus/tempo-traveller, homestay or dorm, guide + permits usually bundled

₹1,499

Included
Transport, cave permit, guide, torches, breakfast
Trip experience
Shown as a discount from Rs 2,298.
Price source: listing seen Nov 2026View on Backpackers United

Universal Adventures

Sunrise trek · Day treks with transport and guide, discounted list prices

₹1,349

Included
Cave exploration; check inclusions
Trip experience
Shown as a discount from Rs 1,799.
Price source: listing seen Nov 2026View on Universal Adventures

Adventure NationLowest listed

Sunrise trek · Fixed departures, transport included on listed trips

₹1,150

Included
Pickup at 6 am from Bangalore
Trip experience
Lowest listed price for Antaragange.
Price source: listing seen Nov 2026View on Adventure Nation

Trodly

Sunrise trek · Marketplace – operator varies, check inclusions and cancellation terms

Check price

Included
Marketplace listing
Trip experience
Operator may differ; price not captured.
Price source: listing seen Nov 2026View on Trodly

Local tips

  • Camping/night treks are restricted – check before you plan.

Antaragange FAQ

Do I need a permit for Antaragange?+

No formal trek permit is needed. Walk-up; verify any night-trek restrictions.

What is the best time to trek Antaragange?+

Oct–Feb. Avoid: Rain (slippery boulders).

How far is Antaragange from Bangalore?+

About 70 km by road, roughly 1.75 hours' drive. Round-trip fuel is about ₹801 at current prices for a car-level mileage estimate.

How difficult is Antaragange?+

Easy, about 5 km round trip. 2 hrs including cave section.

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Information compiled from public operator listings and forest department guidance, last reviewed 2026-11-01. Fees, quotas and closures change – verify on the official portal and with the operator before you travel. Operator links are provided for comparison; we do not sell treks.