Savandurga Hill - Trekking Asia's Largest Monolith Near Bangalore

Bangalore, KarnatakaADVENTURE

One of Asia's largest monolith hills near Bangalore, offering a challenging trek with panoramic views and temples at its base.

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Half day (3-4 hours)

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Not Wheelchair Friendly

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No Parking

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About the Destination

Overview

Savandurga is a massive hill located about 60 km west of Bangalore. It's famous for being one of the largest monolith hills in Asia. The hill is composed of two main peaks, Karigudda (black hill) and Biligudda (white hill), which offer distinct trekking experiences. The trek, especially up Biligudda, is the primary draw for visitors. The trail is marked by painted arrows on the rock surface and follows a path alongside electric poles, guiding trekkers up the steep incline. The climb is challenging and requires a good level of fitness, as much of it involves walking on a bare, inclined rock face.

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Location & Address

Savandurga State Forest, Magadi Road, Ramanagara District, Karnataka 562120, Magadi, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

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Best Time to Visit

The best period to visit Savandurga is from October to February. During these post-monsoon and winter months, the weather is pleasant and cool, making the strenuous trek more manageable. The summer months, from March to May, are extremely hot, and the direct sun on the rock can be unbearable. It's crucial to avoid the monsoon season, from June to September, as the rain makes the steep granite slopes dangerously slippery and unsafe for trekking.
Peak Crowd: October-February, especially on weekends and public holidays, due to pleasant trekking weather.
Moderate Crowd: Weekdays between October and February.
Low Crowd: March-June because of extreme heat, and July-September due to monsoon rains making the trek unsafe.

How to Reach

Air

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) is the nearest airport, approximately 80 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi which takes about 2-3 hours to reach Savandurga.

Train

The nearest major railway station is Bangalore City Junction (SBC), about 60 km away. Kengeri (KGI) is a closer station, around 50 km away. From the station, you would need to hire a taxi or use local transport to reach the base.

Road

Savandurga is about 60 km from Bangalore via Magadi Road. Driving is the most popular way to get there. The route is scenic, and road conditions are generally good. State-run buses go up to Magadi town, from where local transport is needed.

Local Transport

From Bangalore, it's best to hire a cab or drive your own vehicle. If using public transport, take a bus to Magadi town. From Magadi, auto-rickshaws are the primary mode of transport to get to the base of the hill, a journey of about 12 km.