Kurinjal peak trek is a lesser-known trail that hides in the Kudremukh National Park of Western ghats, Chikmagalur. Nature unfolds and keeps surprising you with its beauty, as you tend to climb the 1159 meter peak.
The first and foremost thing is you need to obtain permission from the Kudremukh forest office before you start your trek. You will be allotted with a local guide, who will be accompanying you throughout your trek.
As the Kurinjal peak is located in a remote place, you will not find any public transport. However, you can hire a jeep in Balegal village, which is 18 km away from the Kurinjal hill base. Jeep rides here are fun-filled and adventurous, as the routes you take will be amidst lush green forests and Lakshya dam.
Kurinjal Summit Trekking Route
As you begin the trek, you will find a small bridge and water stream running swiftly welcoming you. Trekking trail will take you through rainforests, meandering streams, misty mountains, tall grasslands, and of course fluctuating scenic beauty. Not to mention, the great view of mist-filled green carpet laid Kudremukh valley while trekking. The initial part of the trek till the ”Network point” will mostly be easy, as you will be hiking through the jeep track.
Once you reach the “Network point”, all of a sudden you will witness a huge lofty mountain standing in front. You need to climb this mountain to reach the Kurinjal peak. Actual trek begins from this point, take a small one-person trail that will lead you to a steep rocky surface. You need to continue walking on rocky paths that are absolutely windy and be careful as they can knock you off the ground. In the last phase of the journey towards the peak, the path tends to get narrower. And, at certain times, you will probably be walking on slim ridges with the steep valley on both sides without railings. Clouds running all over you and cool breeze rubbing against your face on top of the peak will make the whole experience perfect.
It is, without doubt, a must-do trek for all the trekkers who love offbeat destinations.
Kurinjal Peak Trek Information
Trek Distance:14 Km (To & Fro).
Trek Duration: 5 Hours.
Difficulty Level: Easy.
Best Time To Trek: September To March.
Camping: Not Allowed.
Permission From Forest Office: Required
Also, read: Bandaje Arbi Falls Trek
Comments