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Devarayanadurga

Forest hill with two ancient temples and Namada Chilume spring

Easy–Moderate~6 km round trip2–3 hrs, temples at the base and top

Do it yourself ~₹450

No permit

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From Bangalore
72 km · ~2 h
Difficulty
Easy–Moderate
Best months
Oct–Feb; green in Aug–Sep
Altitude
1,204 m
Distance
~6 km round trip
Time on trail
2–3 hrs, temples at the base and top

A hill-forest area with the Yoga Narasimha and Bhoga Narasimha temples and the Namada Chilume natural spring. Easier than Skandagiri; great for a half-day with a picnic.

  • Yoga Narasimha temple
  • Namada Chilume spring
  • Dense deciduous forest

Permit & rules

Permit needed?
No formal trek permit
Issued by
Local forest / temple authority
How to book
Walk-up; verify current rules on the day.
Fee
Nominal.
Guide
Not mandatory
Night trek
Not allowed

Best time to visit

Go

Oct–Feb; green in Aug–Sep

Avoid

Hot Mar–May afternoons

Wildlife

  • Langur
  • Birds

What to wear

  • Sports shoes
  • Cap

What to carry

  • Water
  • Snacks

Typical itinerary

  1. Morning drive, temple at the base, short hike to the top temple, picnic.

Operators compared

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

Do it yourself

Fuel + meals.

~₹450

Universal Adventures

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

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Included
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Trip experience
A combined Shivagange, Mandaragiri and Devarayanadurga trip is also listed.
Price source: listing seen Nov 2026View on Universal Adventures

Local tips

  • Weekend road traffic builds up after 11 am.

Devarayanadurga FAQ

Do I need a permit for Devarayanadurga?+

No formal trek permit is needed. Walk-up; verify current rules on the day.

What is the best time to trek Devarayanadurga?+

Oct–Feb; green in Aug–Sep. Avoid: Hot Mar–May afternoons.

How far is Devarayanadurga from Bangalore?+

About 72 km by road, roughly 2 hours' drive. Round-trip fuel is about ₹824 at current prices for a car-level mileage estimate.

How difficult is Devarayanadurga?+

Easy–Moderate, about 6 km round trip. 2–3 hrs, temples at the base and top.

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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.