Known for its bio-diversity and mineral wealth, Kudremukh is located in Chikmagalur district in Karnataka. Kudremukh means ‘horse’s face’ in Kannada language. The peak resembles the face of a horse and hence the name.
The beautiful landscapes and scenery of Kurdremukh is a big crowd puller. There are dense forests around the town and wildlife spotting is popular even though the forest cover makes it difficult to spot animals. You need to go deep in the jungle to catch a glimpse of the wildlife.
Three vital rivers – Bhadra River, Nethravati River and Tunga River—originate in the region. Trekking along the well established trails lead to the point of origin of these rivers.
Kudremukh is a favourite among trekkers. The trails through dense forests and tropical riverbeds with varying degrees of difficulty, attract those seeking an adrenaline rush. You can witness rare orchids and enjoy the fresh mountain air as you explore the grassland.
The Kudremukh range of mountains was declared a national park in 1987. You need to have prior permission and a licensed guide to trek to the summit. The Kudremukh National Park is the second largest protected region in the Western Ghats that is spread over an area spanning 600 sq km. The region is home to langurs, macaques, barking deer, malabar giant squirrels, chitals and langurs. Read More..
The beautiful landscapes and scenery of Kurdremukh is a big crowd puller. There are dense forests around the town and wildlife spotting is popular even though the forest cover makes it difficult to spot animals. You need to go deep in the jungle to catch a glimpse of the wildlife.
Three vital rivers – Bhadra River, Nethravati River and Tunga River—originate in the region. Trekking along the well established trails lead to the point of origin of these rivers.
Kudremukh is a favourite among trekkers. The trails through dense forests and tropical riverbeds with varying degrees of difficulty, attract those seeking an adrenaline rush. You can witness rare orchids and enjoy the fresh mountain air as you explore the grassland.
The Kudremukh range of mountains was declared a national park in 1987. You need to have prior permission and a licensed guide to trek to the summit. The Kudremukh National Park is the second largest protected region in the Western Ghats that is spread over an area spanning 600 sq km. The region is home to langurs, macaques, barking deer, malabar giant squirrels, chitals and langurs. Read More..
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