Valikunja Peak lies about 30km north of the Kurinjal Peak in the Kudremukh National Park between the Agumbe and South Canara border of Kudremukh highway. Valikunja is also called as Ajjikunja. The trek covers a total distance of 18 km both ways. The trek begins with a climb into the dense forests and later uncovers beautiful grass lands. The last stretch ends with a 70 degree climb. One can witness the footprint of King Vali at the peak. The trek not only showcases the panorama view of a few villages in the Udupi district and the dense Shola forest, but also exposes tigers, bisons, wild-dogs and wild-boars, bears, lion-tailed macaque and various other birds and reptiles.
- Trek Length : 18 Kms in total (Two way)
- Difficulty Level : Moderate to Difficult
- Altitude : 1089 Meter
- Distance from Bangalore : 370 Kms (One Way)
- Minimum Age :12 Years
- Maximum : 50
- Weather : 28 to 30 Degrees (March to June)
- Attraction : Beautiful Landscape
- Transport : Non AC Private Coach
- Food : Veg Food
- Washrooms : Only at Base Camp
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Accommodation Type : Dorms separate for Male & Female
- This trek is highly recommended only for someone who has done some moderate treks.
- There will be good no of leeches on this trail since this is less crowded compared to other treks in Kudremukh National Park.
- Please wear anti-leech socks or carry Dettol to avoid leeches.
What is included in the tour
- Forest Permission Charges
- Non A/C Transport from Bangalore to Bangalore
- Accommodation in Tent or Dormitory
- Veg Meals (2 Breakfast, 1 lunch , 1 Snacks & 1 Dinner)
- Jeep Charges
- Basic First aid support
- Instructor from BMC
What is NOT included in the tour
- GST
- Sunday Lunch
- Anything not mentioned above in Inclusion
- Personal Medication (if any)
- Strong Backpack (Preferably water proof)
- Fresh pair of clothes for two days.
- Empty Lunch Box
- Toiletries.
- Water bottles (at least 2 liters of water)
- A torch with new batteries (must in case of emergency)
- You can carry Energy Food (Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Electrolyte drinks - Glucose etc.)
- Sunglasses, Sunscreen.
- Camera (Optional)
- Rain Coat (Highly Suggested)
- Trekking Shoes (Highly Suggested)
- This trek is highly recommended only for someone who has done some moderate treks in the past.
- There will be good no of leeches on this trail since this is very less crowded compared to other treks in Kudremukh National Park.
- Please wear anti-leech socks or carry Dettol to avoid leeches.