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While
trekking, it is of utmost concern that the ecology of the
environs is maintained, so choose a programme/people who lay
emphasis on this. "Leave nothing but
footprints, kill nothing but time, and shoot nothing but
photographs and bring back nothing but memories" should
be an eco-friendly trekker's motto.
Karnataka
is fast emerging as a prime trekking destination. Endowed with
the mountain ranges known as the Western
Ghats, or the Sahayadri,
that
run south to north across the State, |
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the topology
of this range encompasses lush tropical forests, hills and
dales, caves and cascades, roaring rivers and gurgling streams
and a great biodiversity of flora and fauna, making trekking and
related activities a thoroughly wild and enjoyable experience.
The pristine coastline too offers a contrasting diversity to
one's trekking itinerary. Trekking trails are mostly located in
the "Ghat" districts of North and South Kanara, Shimoga,
Chikmagalur, Hassan and Coorg. Most are so remote and wild, that
it is advisable to carry one's own food and camping gear to
suffice for a few days. At times, village houses, temple
courtyards, ruined structures or even a cattle shed can serve as
camp sites for the night! Ultimately, it is the element of
unexpected surprises, the raw wilderness and the vagaries of
Nature that make trekking in Karnataka so unique. The best time
to trek is just after the monsoon, i.e. September to December
when the landscape is lush and green and in its best bib and
tucker. There is no dearth of precious water, but leeches might
be a mild irritant. The landscape looks less scenic if one treks
during the dry summer months from January to May, but the trek
will be leech free and good times can still be guaranteed.
Although there are innumerable trekking trails in Karnataka.
If major part of your holiday is touring then, a day or two of
camping and trekking can be provided in your itinerary. In
short, we can customize a suitable trek just for you.
You don’t need to
be a mountaineer with rippling muscles to enjoy trekking.
you are
reasonably fit, have a spirit of adventure and are not afraid of
walking, you qualify.
"Go trekking!",
this section's for you. Dedicated to the inimitable task of
hauling on heavy-duty shoes and heavier backpacks, of striking
out into the great wild outdoors- of going trekking. Hiking,
walking the wilds, call it what you will, trekking is the best
way to see the world. If you really want to get a feel of the
earth; if you really want to walk through the forests and feel
the breeze on your face; trudge through unspoilt territory and
explore for yourself- go trekking.
Every trek is tailored to customer's need. |