Overview
Tucked away in the Western Ghats, the Malnad region of Karnataka is a paradise still untouched by mass tourism 🌿✨. This weekend escape takes you through misty mountains 🌫️, ancient temples 🛕, breathtaking viewpoints 🏞️, and serene rivers 🌊. Perfect for nature lovers 🍃, photography enthusiasts 📸, and culture seekers 🎭 – this trip promises soul-refreshing views, peaceful trails, and raw Karnataka charm ❤️. Get ready to wander where Wi-Fi is weak 📵 but connections are strong – with nature 🌳 and with yourself 🧘♂️.
Detailed Itinerary
| Day | Date &Time | Itinerary | Stay |
| Day 1 | 12 Oct, 2025 | Homestay | |
| 6:30 AM | Pick-up from Mangalore Junction & Central Railway station | ||
| Visit Karkala Jain Temple | |||
| Visit Baamikonda View Point | |||
| Lunch | |||
| Walk on Kalasa Hanging Bridge | |||
| Check-in to Homestay amidst the hills with beautiful views | |||
| Night | Leisure time, campfire & local cuisine dinner | ||
| Day 2 | 12 Oct, 2025 | N/A | |
| Rani Jhari View Point | |||
| Maidadi View Point | |||
| Explore Kyatanamaki – Hidden Off-road Trail | |||
| Start return journey to Mangalore | |||
| 10:00 PM | Drop at Mangalore Junction/Central Railway Station |
- This trip involves simple Hiking to View Points ; wear suitable footwear.
- Carry a rain jacket/poncho (especially during monsoon season and Post monsoon).
- Limited mobile network in some areas – enjoy the digital detox.
- Please carry valid ID proof.
Respect local culture and nature—travel responsibly.
Train booking Suggestions
- Book Train Which reaches before 5:30 AM to Mangalore Central or Mangalore Junction Railway station
- Book Return train only after 10:00 PM
Train Recommendations -Towards Mangalore Junction - Rajdhani Exp (12431) -Friday14:40 – Tvm Central - 01:45 Mangalore Jn
- Okha Exp (16338)-Friday20:25Ern Jn - 04:10 Manglore JnTrain Recommendations -Towards Ernakulam Side
- Mangala LKSDP Exp (12618) – Sunday22:40 Manglore Jn – 07:30 Ern Jn
- Pickup Point-Mangalore Junction railway station & Mangalore Central Railway Station
- In case you are reaching Bus Stand, we request you to reach Mangalore Junction Railway or Central Railway Station via auto
- Important Note:
Please ensure you reach the pickup point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.If you are arriving by train or bus, we strongly recommend booking one that arrives at least 1 hour before the pickup time. This buffer helps avoid any inconvenience due to potential delays and gives you time to freshen up or grab a tea before the journey begins.
Package Inclusions
- Non AC Transportation from/to Mangalore
- Accommodation in homestay (on sharing basis)
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
- Entry fees wherever applicable
- Day 1 : Lunch, Dinner , Evening Tea Snacks , Day 2 Breakfast
- Coordinator Support
- Campfire (weather permitting)
Package Exclusions
- Meals not mentioned above
- Personal expenses like snacks, mineral water, etc.
- Camera/Drone fees if any
- Jeep charges to View Points like Baavikonda, Kyathalmakki etc
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Fees
₹4,300.00
Available Seats: 8
Payment Plan
| Payment dates | Amount |
| At the time of Registration | ₹ 2,580 |
| Before Aug 20, 2024 | ₹ 1,720 |
| Total Amount | ₹ 4,300 |
Cancellation Fee
A participant will be refunded his/her paid fees after deducting the following cancellation fees.
| Day of Cancellation | Cancellation Fees |
| Before 20 days of camp start | ₹2800 |
| Before 15 days of camp start | ₹3500 |
| Before 07 days from camp start date | ₹4000 |
| Within 7 days from camp start date | ₹4,300 |
- Alternatively, a registered participant may transfer his/her registration to a friend without any cancellation fee.
- In case of cancellation of the program due to any gov restrictions due to COVID/ Weather, an alternate date will be provided for the same trip and no refund for that.
- In case you are not able to join the trek on the new dates, either you can send a replacement ( Without any additional cost) / You can opt for Wallet transfer,
- What is Wallet Transfer ?: The amount will move to LGFC Wallet and you can use that for any other trip. ( 3% fee will be deducted as movement charges) . Strictly there won’t be any refund to a bank account.
- Wallet transfer is applicable only for the case when a participant wont be able to join the new date on a postponed trip due to Pandemic / Weather situations
- The wallet transfer offer will only be one time , when the new date is announced. Further changes will be counted as normal cancellations and will be as per cancellation policy.
- Installments are to be paid before the due dates.
- In case when 2 or more installments are pending after the due date, the order will be auto-cancelled.
- There will be no refund in case of auto cancellation due to nonpayment of installments.
WHY WITH US?
- Budget-Friendly: You will get a perfect escape from the urban life and completely in an offbeat location with all safety followed, with small team size.
- Incomparable Itinerary: You can compare the Itinerary with any other itinerary available on social media/ Google.
- Food prepared in safe conditions: We believe that for a traveler, food is one of the most important things during their journey. We provide the best nutritious food as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Not just sightseeing, many more things to learn and experience: We are not just providing sightseeing. Our Camp navigator/local guide will share the details of the place, flora, fauna history, stories with you.
- Well Experienced Local Guide and Support Staffs
- Plan beyond the Itinerary: In case if you want to extend the trip, we are there to help you by finding Stays contact and transportation, Talk to the coordinator of LetsGoForACamp
VALUES WE FOLLOW
- Eco-friendly products.
- Minimizing plastic waste.
- Hiring local guides.
- Contributing to the local economy.
- Proper disposal of waste generated.
- Concept of Responsible traveler.
Following are the list of things that are recommended to be carried for this trip
- Dresses –
- Carry comfortable dresses
- Sandals with good grip
- Please avoid high heeled sandals , as they have a risk of falling when doing hiking
- Plastic bag for carrying back any wet clothes
- Raincoats / Ponchos
- This would ensure that you wont lose the fun , even if it rains
- Water bottles
- We recommend using reusable waterbottles
- Leach Socks
- You may order leach socks on Amazon . You may check this sample item. or order a similar one.
- You may also make a leach socks at home. Follow this blog in malayalam about this. Don’t use jeans material as in the demo , you may use a decent cotton pants for this instead.
- A small bag to carry raincoat , waterbottle , snacks , etc.
- Medicines
- Carry all your daily use medicines
- Carry medcines for any ailments or allergies you have faced
- Energizers and Snacks
- Energinzers such as chocolate , peanut bars , dry fruits will give quick energy especially when walking
- Snacks – light and non oily snacks would be good
- Toiletries
- There wont be any tolietries that would be provided at the stay
- Towel
- We wont be providing towels at the stay.
- Other personal items
- Carry sufficient hard cash
- Don’t carry expensive jewelleries , etc
- [Optional] Jackets/ Sweatshirts / Scarf
- Carry these if you are prone to cold
