Bangalore, famed as the epicentre of the Indian IT industry, is also known for its nightlife and lush estates. This Garden City of India has numerous points of interest, including Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace and ISKCON Temple that keep attracting locals as well as tourists. The mountainous terrain around the metropolitan city offers adventure sports opportunities. One of the most sought-after activities that people love to try here is trekking. A trekking excursion can be a perfect escape from the monotonous life for the locals, and it can also add adventure to a tour for any traveller spending time in the city.
The short, easy Manchanabele River Side Night Trek is a great way to explore the surrounding hilly terrain of Bangalore without having to compromise with work commitments. After an evening pick-up from Bangalore, you are taken to Manchanabele Reservoir, where the real adventure of this 2-day trip begins. Enjoy a refreshing cup of tea and snacks, and then begin the trek to reach the top in an hour’s hike. From here, you will be able to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape of Karnataka. The cool breeze will make you forget all the fatigue.
Light up a campfire, chit-chat with your co-trekkers and soak in the joyful milieu. Spend the night under the starlit sky. In case you feel tired or sleepy, you can move into your sleeping bag and relax. Remember to wake up before the sun rises to capture the magnificent sight in your cameras. The sun rising up on the horizon and you with your friends will make for a perfect picture. After the photo session, begin your downhill trek and reach the camp site.
This next section of the Manchanabele River Side Night Trek is dedicated to indulge in various water sports. You can enjoy kayaking, the sport of using a kayak to move across the water. Remember to put on your safety gear, and then take the kayak and head to the water. You can also go for swimming. Even if you are new to these activities, you need not worry, as an experienced guide will be by your side to tell you what to do and what not. Listen to them carefully before you head out into the water.
After enjoying the sports to the fullest dry yourself and enjoy a hearty breakfast. The tour ends as you depart for your home in Bangalore. This trip may be just two days long, but the memories you make here will last forever. This is more than a trek, this is an opportunity for you to spend quality time with your friends or family, enjoying adventurous activities amidst nature. This trip might just give you the most memorable weekend of your life.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Bangalore to Manchanabele
The Manchanabele River Side Night Trek begins with a pick-up from Bangalore, and then you proceed to Manhanabele Reservoir, located around 40 km from the state capital.
Day 02: Arrival at Manchanabele | Trekking | Water Sports | Manchanabele to Bangalore
Upon reaching the Manachanabele Reservoir, enjoy tea and some snacks, and then begin trekking. About an hour’s hike, which will be quite easy, will take you to the peak. The landscape of Karnataka will look even more beautiful illuminated by stars and the moon. When you are at the top, you will enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Light up a campfire and sit beside it sharing the stories of your previous thrilling excursions. If you want, you can slip into your sleeping bag to have some rest before the sunrise. The sight of the sun, as it comes out on the horizon is one of the highlights of this trip. This is the perfect moment for you to indulge in a photography session. With the memory card of your camera full, begin the downhill journey and reach the base camp. The trek will take you along the Arkavathi River.
While here, you can try some exciting water sports like kayaking and swimming. An expert guide here will teach you a little about the sports and the safety measures, and then you are ready to try the activities yourself. Do them until you are completely tired. Later, enjoy breakfast, and then end this Manchanabele River Side Night Trek and head back to Bangalore.
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