Skandagiri Trek start point - Tourist attraction in Jadalathimmanahalli - Chikkaballapura, India

This was my first trek in Bangalore. Started the trek at around 4:30 AM in the morning. Wonderful views from the top after completing the approx 4km trek. Enjoyed every bit of it. Difficulty- Easy to Moderate Book tickets in advance. Or go through some trekking group so they can take care of it.

It is a nice getaway, an easy/medium difficulty trek nearly 70kms from Bangalore. Would recommend buying the tickets early as limited slots are available. There are 2 slots, 4am and 8am. 4am would be recommended as the beauty of this place can be fully observed during sunrise. Also it would become a bit difficult to trek due to heat/sun. Carry food/drinks as you won't get anything at the top, base point would still have few street vendors to offer coconut water and other packed food items. Overall it's a nice place but the weather plays an important role so plan accordingly.

Skandagiri trek was an unforgettable adventure! The mesmerizing sunrise view from the peak made the early morning hike totally worth it. The lush green surroundings and the serene atmosphere made the journey even more enjoyable. The trek offered a perfect blend of challenge and excitement, making it suitable for both experienced trekkers and beginners. The trail was well-marked, and the guides were knowledgeable and friendly. Camping under the stars added a touch of magic to the experience. I would highly recommend Skandagiri trek to any nature lover and adventure seeker!"

Trekking Skandagiri was a captivating adventure, with the moonlit night adding an extra layer of mystique to the ascent. The initial trail led through dense forests, creating an immersive atmosphere punctuated by occasional sounds of nocturnal wildlife. As the path unfolded, steep ascents challenged resilience, while the rocky terrain demanded careful navigation. Reaching the summit under the vast star-studded sky felt like a triumph. The anticipation of the sunrise heightened the experience, and as dawn approached, the landscape gradually unveiled itself in shades of dawn. The panoramic view from the top, with rolling hills and distant plains, was nothing short of breathtaking.

The trek is good, but you have wait a lot before you enter. Too much crowd on weekends, so if you planning and don't want to disappoint then its better to go on a week day. Book the tickets in advance from government website since the tickets are bought by travel agent in advance, then you will have buy from them and you will end up spending 4-5 times more.

Skandagiri trek was an unforgettable adventure! The mesmerizing sunrise view from the peak made the early morning hike totally worth it. The lush green surroundings and the serene atmosphere made the journey even more enjoyable. The trek offered a perfect blend of challenge and excitement, making it suitable for both experienced trekkers and beginners. The trail was well-marked, and early morning under the stars added a touch of magic to the experience. I would highly recommend Skandagiri trek to any nature lover and adventure seeker!" Make sure shoes are in good shape as u need more grip and support for foot as rhe way to hill is having lot stepps slide kind of thing and carry enough water to stay hydrated as u won't get any snacks etcc near there also keep the area hygiene keep memories not trash and main thing try to go early as trek is around 4 km it takes 90-120 mins to reach near top and final verdict WORTH YOUR EFFORTS

I wanna give an honest opinion based on my experience. The difficulty level of this trek depends on your fitness. For some of my friends it was way too hard and for others it was not that. So if you are doing cardio regularly or even in motion you will not find it very hard. There are just rocks , pebbels and sands so there is no proper way or like steps which make it a bit hard not while climbing but while coming back. I would suggest carrying as few things as possible also make sure your shoes are not slippery it could be a nightmare for you. Lastly, about the view. When I visited Skandagiri that day there were just clouds as you can see in the images , unfortunately we couldn't experience the sunrise although the clouds and the total view was awesome. PS: Some of my friends think that it was not worth it cuz we climbed for around 2 hours and the view was not that great. But if you still wanna experience a trek and you are in good shape you can go for it. Also, book your slots in advance from Karnataka tourism site otherwise you won't get any offline tickets available.

Lord shiva temple on top. One of Awesome long trek spot, it takes minimum 1.5hours to reach the top and maximum 2.5hours, depends on our progress. The trek start time is only 6AM to 10AM, lady 10AM slot is preferred. We need to return back before 3PM. There will be nothing in middle of treks, be prepared with 2L of water, snacks and chocolates. Nice view point in all stages of trek, keep power bank too. There is good parking space costing 20 for 2-wheeler and 50 for others. Entry should be pre-registered in karnataka eco tourism website. They charge 300 on week days and 608 on weekends including gst. There will be some confusion on trek ways we go, but it's fine, so anyway, we need to comeback as there will be no other way . Be careful, Some of the rocks were slippery due to dews. While We are raising to higher altitude, wind speed could vary from 60 to 100kmph. It's not safe trek to bring infants or kids lesser than 8. At the top of trek, you need to visit peak point behind temple which gives immense satisfaction of all the trek, beware, monkey family residing there and don't consume any snacks. Have a great trek ahead guys!!