Distance from near by city 21.5 kilometres from Chikmagalur Bus standTrip duration (including travel in hours)2 - 3 hoursTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)35 package starts from ₹ 3600.00Travel Tips For first timer, do hire a guide and carry a DSLR to capture the panoramic views. Mullayanagiri
The highest peak in Karnataka is one of the tag of "must visit" places in Chikmagalur.
Mullayanagiri Height.
It rises as high as 6,330 feet. The name is dedicated to a holy Muappa Swamy, who had meditated in the caves. Bats now inhabit it.
Steps in Mullayanagiri:
You have to cross 450 steps to visit a fantastic cave.
Duration of Mullayanagiri Trek:
It is generally a half-day trek from Sarpadari to the peak as offered by the Chikmagalur tour package. It takes about 3 hours to reach the top summit, by covering the distance of 3 to 4km. If you want to witness the breathtaking views and to stay there for long hours, then you have to start your trekking at early hours in the morning. It is cautious for the first time visitors; the beginning of the trek is relatively more stringent, as you have to climb a vertically steep of 60 degrees or more.
Mullayanagiri Falls:
The following waterfalls are famous Chikmagalur place to see,
Jhari Waterfalls
It is found near Attigundi which is 12.4km away from Mullayangiri. It wears the crown as one of the most stunning waterfalls in the city. It also offers a pool at the base, where you can soak into relaxation and enjoy a little swimming too.
Kalathgiri Falls
If you want to capture a panoramic scenic beauty, run to this place. It is distanced at 11.8km away from Mallayangiri. Not only it holds a holy shrine of Veerbhadra but also gained a spot in Chikmagalur places to visit for trekking.
It is flowing through a coffee estate. It is falling down a height of 551 feet, by breaking into Dodda Hebbe (or Big Falls) and Chikka Hebbe(or Small Falls). It has a distance of 10km from Kemmangundi hills.
Mullayanagiri Temperature
The best time to undertake your adventure in this Chikmagalur tourist place is from September to February when the weather is soothing and remains pleasant. The temperature ranges from 14 to 32 degrees centigrade. During this period, you will find some stunning and unique flora and fauna in this region.
