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Ramadevara Betta

A vulture sanctuary hill — the Sholay shooting spot

Easy~3 km round trip1.5–2 hrs

Do it yourself ~₹300

No permit

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From Bangalore
50 km · ~1.25 h
Difficulty
Easy
Best months
Oct–Feb
Altitude
Not published
Distance
~3 km round trip
Time on trail
1.5–2 hrs

A short climb to a Rama temple; the hill is a protected habitat for long-billed vultures. Easy and photogenic, popular with beginners and bird-watchers.

  • Vulture sanctuary
  • Sholay connection
  • Ramanagara rocks

Permit & rules

Permit needed?
No formal trek permit
Issued by
Forest Dept (vulture sanctuary)
How to book
Walk-up; follow sanctuary rules, no noise.
Fee
Nominal.
Guide
Not mandatory
Night trek
Not allowed

Best time to visit

Go

Oct–Feb

Avoid

Midday heat

Wildlife

  • Long-billed vultures
  • Birds of prey
  • Langur

What to wear

  • Sports shoes

What to carry

  • Binoculars
  • Water

Typical itinerary

  1. Short morning climb, breakfast at Ramanagara.

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

Do it yourself

Fuel + breakfast.

~₹300

No regular weekend packages found for this hike – it is a self-drive outing.

Local tips

  • Keep voices low near the nesting cliffs.

Ramadevara Betta FAQ

Do I need a permit for Ramadevara Betta?+

No formal trek permit is needed. Walk-up; follow sanctuary rules, no noise.

What is the best time to trek Ramadevara Betta?+

Oct–Feb. Avoid: Midday heat.

How far is Ramadevara Betta from Bangalore?+

About 50 km by road, roughly 1.25 hours' drive. Round-trip fuel is about ₹572 at current prices for a car-level mileage estimate.

How difficult is Ramadevara Betta?+

Easy, about 3 km round trip. 1.5–2 hrs.

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