- From Bangalore
- 330 km · ~7.5 h
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- Altitude
- 1,570 m
- Distance
- ~18 km round trip
- Time on trail
- 1 day
A Kudremukh-range trek with less crowd than Kudremukh itself: grassland, shola pockets and a rocky final ridge. Operators typically combine it with a waterfall stop.
- Netravati river origin region
- Fewer crowds than Kudremukh
- Waterfall add-ons (Kodige)
Permit & rules
Best time to visit
Go
Oct–Feb
Avoid
Jun–Sep (heavy rain, leeches, slippery trail; some routes officially closed)
Wildlife
- Sambar
- Gaur
- Lion-tailed macaque in the shola
- Leeches in wet months
What to wear
- Trek shoes
- Full-sleeve quick-dry
- Rain jacket
- Cap
What to carry
- 2–3 L water
- Snacks
- Govt photo ID
Typical itinerary
- Fri night: depart Bangalore.
- Sat: trek to the peak and back; waterfall stop; homestay.
- Sun: sightseeing and return.
Operators compared
Listed starting prices per person from Bangalore. They change by batch – confirm inclusions with the operator.
Do it yourself
Fuel/tolls, permit + guide, homestay.
~₹3,100
Backpackers UnitedLowest listed
2D/1N · Friday-night bus/tempo-traveller, homestay or dorm, guide + permits usually bundled
₹3,999
- Included
- Permit, certified guide, transport, stay
- Trip experience
- Permit and guide explicitly bundled.
Muddie Trails
2D/1N · Small groups, forest permits bundled, add-ons like waterfalls
Check price
- Included
- Forest fees, jeep to base, guide, Kodige falls
- Trip experience
- Small batches plus waterfall stop.
BMC Adventures
2D/1N · Multiple departure days, published cancellation tiers
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- Included
- Transport, stay, meals
- Trip experience
- Check current batch dates.
Namma Trip
One-day trek · Day and weekend batches, transport optional on some treks, forest permit sometimes excluded
Check price
- Included
- See listing
- Trip experience
- Namma Trip also lists a longer Netravathi weekend tour.
Tripbae
Weekend trek · Overnight bus from Bangalore, homestay or camping, discounted list prices
Check price
- Included
- See listing
- Trip experience
- Tripbae describes it as moderate with about 14 km round trip from Samse village.
Local tips
- Good alternative when Kudremukh slots are sold out.
- Mobile coverage is patchy – download offline maps.
Netravati Peak FAQ
Do I need a permit for Netravati Peak?+
Yes. Aranya Vihaara portal; mandatory forest permit and certified guide. Bundled by operators. Check the portal for the current per-person fee.
What is the best time to trek Netravati Peak?+
Oct–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep (heavy rain, leeches, slippery trail; some routes officially closed).
How far is Netravati Peak from Bangalore?+
About 330 km by road, roughly 7.5 hours' drive. Round-trip fuel is about ₹3,777 at current prices for a car-level mileage estimate.
How difficult is Netravati Peak?+
Moderate, about 18 km round trip. 1 day (6–8 hrs).
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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.