What to expect
Highlights
- A demanding high-Ghats trek to Kumara Parvatha.
- Shola-grassland scenery and Western Ghats views.
- The biodiversity of the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary.
Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)
Pushpagiri, whose peak is known as Kumara Parvatha, rises to about 1,712 m in the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary of Somwarpet taluk — the second-highest point in Kodagu. Its trek is considered one of the toughest and most rewarding in the Western Ghats.
Practical guide
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Typetrek
Nearest baseSomwarpet
DistrictKodagu
Best timeOctober to February, in clear, cool…
Time neededA long full day or an overnight trek
EntryForest permit required
Places to visit3→The long climb passes through dense shola forest and open grassland, often approached from the Kukke Subramanya (Dakshina Kannada) side or from Kodagu; the sanctuary protects rich Western Ghats wildlife and birdlife.
Getting there
How to visit
- In Somwarpet taluk; the trek needs forest-department permits and is usually done with an early start and a guide.
- It is a long, strenuous day (or an overnight) — only for fit, prepared trekkers.
Distance by road
- Mysuru120 km
- Bengaluru260 km
- Mangaluru135 km
- Kannur115 km
- Ooty210 km
Road km to Kodagu; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February, in clear, cool weather; avoid the peak monsoon.
Weather in Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)Seasonal guide
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Today at Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)
Sunrise6:17 am
Sunset6:39 pm
Golden hour best light5:39 pm–6:39 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:39 pm–7:04 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 77%
South-west monsoon. June to September brings heavy rain to Karnataka. Trails, falls and ghat roads can be slippery, swollen or closed at short notice, and forest departments sometimes suspend access. Check locally on the day before you travel.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- Forest permits required; carry water, food and rain cover and go with a guide — the trail is strenuous and remote.
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Top experiences around Somwarpet
2 more places around Somwarpet, each worth a day of its own.
waterfallMallalli Falls
13.0 km · 156 min walk
A two-tier waterfall where the Kumaradhara river drops about 60 m in the Pushpagiri foothills near Somwarpet; reached by a flight of steps and a short walk, it thunders during and just after the monsoon and quietens by late winter.
heritageHonnamana Kere
36.2 km · 434 min walk
The largest natural lake in Kodagu, at Doddamalthe about 6 km from Somwarpet, ringed by coffee estates and forest and revered for the Honnamma temple on its bank; a calm boating and picnic spot with an annual temple fair.
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Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha) — at a glance
TimingsStart pre-dawn for the long trek
Best timeOctober to February; avoid monsoon
Entry: Forest permit required; guide extra
Getting here
How to reach Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)
Somwarpet taluk; approached with a guide and permit
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha) is easier to reach than to leave. We do not publish departure times: there is no official live feed we are permitted to republish, and a wrong time here would strand you. Check the operator directly on the day.
- KSRTC — the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries. Online booking.
- Indian Railways — live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)
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Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)?
October to February, in clear, cool weather; avoid the peak monsoon.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)?
Entry: Forest permit required; guide extra. Timings: Start pre-dawn for the long trek.
How do I reach Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)?
In Somwarpet taluk; the trek needs forest-department permits and is usually done with an early start and a guide. It is a long, strenuous day (or an overnight) — only for fit, prepared trekkers.
How much time do I need for Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)?
A long full day or an overnight trek.
What else is near Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha)?
Nearby you can pair Mallalli Falls (13.0 km), Kotebetta (28.3 km), Honnamana Kere (36.2 km), Mandalpatti (40.4 km).
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- Pushpagiri (Kumara Parvatha):Uajith, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0