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 | 13 Sep, 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 | 14 Sep, 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
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: 10
Payment Plan
| Payment dates | Amount |
| At the time of Registration | ₹ 2,580 |
| Before Aug 05, 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
