Hampi Trip with Hippy Island | Hyderabad

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Hampi Trip with Hippy Island | Hyderabad

The grand old “lost city” of Hampi, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site is both flamboyant as well as laid back in its demeanor. A weekend trip to Hampi is every traveler’s delight.

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All about the Hampi Trip with Hippie Island | Hyderabad.

Hello Backpackers!

Have you been Hampi-fied at least once in your life?

Hampi, situated on the banks of the river Tungabadra, is a backpackers paradise as well as Hippie haven. There are many interesting things here like hillocks filled with boulders, monuments, ruins, temples, laid back cafes, arts, shopping, trekking, etc. Located at a distance of 380 Km from Hyderabad, it makes a great offbeat weekend getaway. 

Hampi is a different world altogether that takes you back in time, amazes you with its mystical ruins, and makes you wonder how magnificent this city would have been centuries ago. It was the capital of the grand Vijayanagara kingdom which was ruled by Sri Krishnadevaraya. At its peak, Hampi was one of the richest cities in the world. Traders from different parts of the world would visit Hampi for business. 

If you think this is fascinating enough, it’s not over yet. Hampi also has mythological significance attached to Ramayana. It is said to be the Kishkinda kingdom of Vali, Sugreeva, and our very own Hanuman. A temple on top of a hillock named Anjanadri is said to be his birthplace. The same hill also doubles up as a place for a beautiful sunset. 

While we marvel at the colored-retro setting of the Hampi, we are gonna stay towards the Hippie Island side, hike a couple of boulder-filled hillocks and enjoy pretty views from the top, including a lovely sunset that Hampi is famous for.

Can we ever be satisfied without getting wet? We will also take a soothing dip in the pristine waters of Sanapur lake under hot Hampi weather. For those who wouldn’t like to get wet, local villagers usually operate Coracle rides here. Even if one doesn’t indulge in both, Sanapur lake surrounded by stunning boulder hills is such a serene locale to just sit and relax.

What more?
Lazy dinners on the cozy beds of cafes, lots of socializing, good food, music…all of them to quench your thirst for an offbeat and laid back weekend!

Let’s just #getmuddie in Hampi this weekend!

Highlights of the Hampi Trip:

  • Anjanadri Hill (Lord Hanuman’s birth place)
  • Sanapur Lake
  • The Vijaya Vittala Temple
  • Stone Chariot on 50 Rupees note
  • Pushkarini (stepped tank)
  • Elephant Stable, Lotus Mahal, Queen’s Bath
  • Virupaksha (the only temple in Hampi)
  • Sunset hill
  • Hippy Cafes
  • Social gathering under the open sky

Itinerary

  • Start from Hyderabad, an overnight journey by Sleeper Bus to Hospet town of Karnataka close to Hampi.
  • Local transfer from Hospet to the camp site.
  • After reaching the stay, freshen up & have Breakfast.
  • Head to the base of the Anjanadri Hill and hike up the hill on the northern banks of the Tungabhadra river.
  • Get back to the guesthouse. Have your leisurely lunch at our charming Hippie café that serves a wide range of delicacies.
  • Post lunch, enjoy the cool breeze of the pristine Sanapur Lake – take a dip if you wish to, go on a coracle ride on the lake (optional & self-sponsored), relax and rejuvenate.
  • After a well-deserved dip, enjoy a peaceful sunset from the top of a sunset spot. This is a small 20 min hike from our stay.
  • Get back to the guest house, freshen up and laze around as you order your dinner.
  • Music, social gathering in the night with long conversations.
  • Rest in your assigned rooms.
  • Note: All the places covered today are towards Hippie Island side – which is separated by Tungabhadra river from main Hampi.
  • Start the day with a nice breakfast.
  • Drive to Hampi town, visit the most famous Vijaya Vittala monument & explore the Stone Chariot on 50 rupees currency note. We usually have a guide here explaining interesting facts and history about this wonderful place.
  • Visit a unique structure called Pushkarini, a perfectly symmetrical stepped water tank that becomes smaller as it goes down, that looks very attractive.
  • We will take you to a local restaurant for lunch.
  • There are many more interesting monuments and historical places we will explore post lunch like Elephant Stable, Lotus Mahal and Queen’s Bath.
  • End the exploration with a visit to Virupaksha temple in the evening, the only working temple in Hampi (the rest of the places are either ruins or monuments).
  • Walk down to the flea market and shop for Hampi souvenirs.
  • Start back to Hospet town to catch return Sleeper Bus to Hyderabad.
  • Reach back home early in the morning.
  • Share your memorable Hampi & Hippy Island weekend trip story with your friends and family.

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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:

  • Non AC Sleeper Bus between Hyderabad & Hospet
  • Starting time: Friday night 10 PM
  • Ending time: Monday morning 6 AM
  • Pickup: MGBS (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Stand)
  • Local transportation by private vehicle or auto

Stay:

  • Hampi is a backpacker’s paradise. The real vibe of Hampi can be felt by staying at Hippy cafes that also double up as restaurants serving delicious food from Indian to Israeli to Continental food.
  • Our cafe cum guest house is located at a pretty location close to Sanapur Lake. It has basic but well maintained rooms and washrooms. It gives ample opportunity to interact with other backpackers.

Things to carry:

  • Toiletries, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm, wet wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste
  • A lightweight large Backpack for the trip (no suitcase, no trolley)
  • A small backpack for outdoors (to carry a water bottle, snacks, towel, etc)
  • Photo identity proof with address (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID)
  • Poncho or rainproof jacket with a hood (from June to September)
  • Full sleeve cotton t-shirt, track pant is advised for Hampi as it’s a hot place (Oct to Feb)
  • Cap/Hat/Sunscreen (to avoid getting tanned bigtime)
  • Sunglasses (to keep your eyes fresh)
  • Power bank, charger, camera (if you wish to)
  • Proper water bottle for your trip. You may fill at our guesthouse
  • Disposable garbage covers (To separate used/unused, dry/wet clothes)
  • Any kind of sandals or shoes are fine
  • Your personal medications, if any
  • Water wear if you wish to take a dip in the Lake
  • Carrying a hand wash/sanitizer/tissues will help during the trip
  • Carry a lil bit of cash for Sunday lunch, dinner, and misc. expenses
  • Don’t carry expensive items. You are responsible for your own belongings.

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 mid-Sept (monsoons): Hampi gets its fair share of rains in this season. As one can guess, spotting sunsets are rare. However, the boulder-filled hills look very pretty in the rain. Release of water from the Tungabhadra reservoir uphill may impact our plans of taking a dip (or coracle ride) at Sanapur lake. However, we can still visit the Anjanadri hill that offers panoramic views of rocky valleys.
  • Mid Sept to Feb (winter): The weather opens up for the beautiful sunsets that Hampi is famous for. Lots of Hippies, especially from Israel visit Hampi this season. The cafes in Hippie Island are filled with backpackers and travelers. We pick Hippie Hill sunset to Anjanadri Sunset in these months.
  • Mar to May (summer): Gets really hot from mid March. We usually don’t organize Hampi in these months.

Which is the best time to visit Hampi?

There are two best seasons to visit Hampi – monsoons, and winter.
  • Monsoons (Jun to Sept) offer a pleasant climate to explore Hampi which is a naturally hot place because of its bouldery terrain. Overcast weather and drenched landscapes offer a gorgeous picture of the lost city. One would miss sunsets, but that can be compensated by abundant water in lakes and rivers.
  • Winter (Oct to Feb) presents hot days and pleasant nights. This season brings lots of Hippies to Hampi from different countries. Taking shower in the lake waters gives much-needed respite. Lovely sunsets become new normal.
  • Holi: The festival of colors – Holi is very famous in Hampi. Though it falls in summer, we still organize it around Holi time.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance.

  • Hampi Package Inclusions

    Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

  • Non AC Sleeper Bus up and down (HYD – Hospet)
  • Local Vehicle or Auto for sight seeing (2 days)
  • Stay at our café cum guest house
  • 2 Breakfasts
  • Coracle Ride
  • Entry tickets for monuments
  • Guide for Stone Chariot
  • Experience all places in the Highlights section
  • Trip Leader
  • A hell lot of entertainment!

  • Hampi Package Exclusions

    Items that are excluded in the cost of tour price.

  • Lunches & Dinners
  • Any misc. expenses not mentioned in the inclusions above.

What are 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.
  • 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 6 travelers signed up for the trip/trek which will be informed 24 hours before the trip start time.
  • Every traveler is expected to digitally sign a liability/waiver form given by the Operations Team in the Whatsapp group. This liability form will discharge Muddie Trails of any unexpected incident like injury/death/theft etc.

What is the Refund Policy?

Cancellation by Traveler

  • 50% refund shall be done if you inform us about your cancellation before 5 days 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 5 days of the event start time whatever is the reason (Health, Accident, Covid, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else).
  • No refund during/after the event for any reason.

Cancellation by Muddie Trails

Muddie Trails may decide to cancel the event if there are less than 6 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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16Jun 5 PM – 19Jun 8 AM

28Jul 5 PM – 31Jul 8 AM

25Aug 5 PM – 28Aug 8 AM

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