Kunti Betta Trek

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  • 1 Day
  • Group Size: 10 - 30
  • Difficulty : Easy
  • Distance : 125 KM

Overview

Hello trekkers!

Kunti Betta and Onake Betta, located about 125 Km from Bangalore, is a pretty simple trek but offers exquisite views for the short climb. There is a tinge of mythology that says Pandavas during their period of exile lived here for some time. It’s a typical bouldery hillock that we can find around Bangalore. It’s located in a beautiful setting surrounded by lush green fields, sugar cane plantations, a pretty lake, and a calm atmosphere. It will surely impress people who take little effort by climbing it.

Come join us, it’s a lot of fun.

Highlights of the trip:

  • Kunti Betta & Onake Betta twin hills trek
  • Beautiful views from the top

Inclusions

  • Travel
  • Breakfast
  • Trek Lead(s)

Exclusions

  • Lunch and any misc. expenses not mentioned in the inclusions above

Itinerary

Day 1 - Kunti Betta Trek

  • Start from Bangalore early in the morning from different pickup points in the city.
  • A total journey of 2 hours via Bangalore Mysore Express way will take us to the base of Kunti betta. We will stop for Breakfast in the middle and play lots of games on our journey.
  • Start hiking up the first hill around 10 AM, relax at the top. Hike up another hill named Onake Betta adjacent to Kunti Betta, enjoy the picturesque setting with the hill and the lake as backdrop.
  • The overall trek to both the hills will take 3 to 3.5 hours up and down.
  • Trek down to the base, stop by for late Lunch at a restaurant.
  • Start back towards Bangalore and reach home by evening.

What to Expect

About Trip:
  • This trip involves basic facilities in terms of food, travel, and stay without any luxury, whatsoever.
  • This is a group trip with shared model. It may not suit everyone – especially for those expecting privacy and comfort. It best suits for people who wish to socialize.
  • Please do not book this trip if you are not okay with above points.

Travel:
  • Tempo or mini-bus depending on final numbers (Non-AC)

 

FAQ

Pickup/Drop Points

Hebbal: 5:00AM

Tin Factory: 5:25 AM


Marathahalli: 5:40 AM


Silk Board: 6:05 AM


RR Nagar: 6:30 AM

Note: Pick up can be arranged anywhere on ORR in the above route like Bellandur, Sarjapur Signal, HSR etc.

Things to carry

  • A small backpack for the trek (to carry snack pack, water bottle, etc.)
  • Track pants, full sleeve T-shirt for the trek
  • Cap/hat (to avoid getting tanned)
  • Sunglasses (to keep your eyes fresh)
  • Proper water bottle for your trek
  • A jacket with a hood
  • Good grip shoes or sandals.

What's next after booking your trip?

  • A Whatsapp group shall be created on the trip day and Vehicle & Trip Leader details will be shared.
  • This trip involves traveling with strangers and night stays (if any). Please be mindful that:
    • It is mandatory to share your personal information with the team along with a copy of your government approved ID card.
    • You will need to share your co-traveler(s) details if you have booked more than one seat.
  • Live location of the vehicle will be sent in the group once it starts at the first point.

Seasonal Variations

  • June to Sept (monsoon months): Intermittent rains may invite us at the trek. Be a little careful to avoid slippery rocks. Ranganathittu will have plenty of birds in monsoons.
  • Oct to Feb (winter, pre-summer): Pleasant, a dry season for the trek. Good time for bird sightings.
  • March to May (summer): Since days are hot in summer, we usually change this to Kuntibetta Sunrise trek, we would start in Bangalore around midnight.

Terms & Conditions

  • The itinerary is fixed. No special requests to change itinerary/schedule shall be entertained. Do not give advice(s) to the Trip Leader(s) to change the itinerary.
  • Cooperate with the organizer(s) in following the schedule set for the day (especially getting up and getting ready in the morning). This will ensure travelers won’t miss out on the real fun part that is traveling.
  • Every traveler is responsible for his/her for your own safety. Don’t indulge in any illegal or silly activity that causes harm to you or fellow travelers.
  • Do not wander into the forest away from the designated trail for treks. There may be snakes, scorpions, and dangerous animals.
  • Unexpected situations: It may happen we do not cover all the places mentioned in the itinerary because of unpredictable reasons like bad weather, landslides, wild animal presence, abrupt blocking of sites by the police/forest department, delay in travel because of an issue with our group itself, traffic conditions, etc. In most cases, if the time permits, the organizer(s) will take travelers to an alternative place. But in some cases, we may have to skip a place altogether.
  • Absolutely no littering. We swear to protect our environment.
  • No alcohol & smoking during travel, treks, and other outdoor activities. There would be a separate window and space (usually at night) to have these at the campsite/homestay for interested people.
  • Travelers are expected to respect each other and help each other. Avoid discussing sensitive matters like sex, politics, and religion/caste/race.
  • Using foul or abusive language, eve-teasing, arguing with fellow travelers/organizer(s), and/or involving in the physical assault will not be accepted and will stand a chance of being deserted by the group then and there.
  • The event will stand canceled if less than 8 travelers signed up for the trip/trek which will be informed 24 hours before the trip start time.
  • Every traveler is expected to sign a liability/waiver form given by the organizer(s) after boarding the vehicle. This liability form will discharge Muddie Trails of any unexpected incident like injury/death/theft etc.

 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation by Traveler

  • 80% refund/100% postponement if you inform about your cancellation before 48 hours of the event start time. An email has to be sent to muddietrails@gmail.com to raise a cancellation request.
  • No refund/postponing is allowed within 48 hours of the event start time whatever is the reason (Health, Accident, Covid, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else).
  • No refund/postponing is allowed for partial payment – booking fee – which is done to book your slot.
  • No refund during/after the event.

Cancellation by Muddie Trails

Muddie Trails may decide to cancel the event if there are less than 8 travelers signed up for the trip/trek.

What if we don’t get the minimum number of people for the trip?
We have 2 options in this case:
Option 1: Complete refund.
Option 2: Switch to any other trip of the same weekend or future weekends. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost.


Cancellation due to external factors

Muddie Trails may have to cancel the event in case of external factors that are beyond our control like Natural Disasters, Extreme Weather Conditions, Red Alerts, Political Disturbances, Bandh/Curfews, Local Issues, Road Blocks, Train cancellations, Covid-19 or any other disease outbreaks etc.

In these scenarios:

  • No Refund is allowed.
  • 100% trip amount can be used for any other new trip of the same weekend or future weekends. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost.
  • Once you confirm your participation on the new trip, all the above Cancellation policies will apply for the same.

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