Enchanting Monsoon Trail walk To Etthina Bhuja - 12th to 14th July 2019

Etthina bhuja - The Monsoon Adda (Registrations ON)

Our recent visit to EB - May  2019

 The onset of Monsoon marks the beginning of an eye feasting show of greenery in the entire western ghats rang.  One of such prominent summits in the chikkamagaluru forest range is Etthina bhuja. The Etthina bhuja hill resembles the shape of an Ox shoulder as the peak is literally shaped like one and is one of the adventurous climbs in south India with lush green landscapes and a wide variety of flora and fauna.

The trail is going to be of 3 hours ascend to reach the peak and the monsoon showers only add up to a mesmerizing trail walk experience. Join the Alphites group to witness the glory of western ghats at its best, this monsoon.

About the Trail walk -

Destination-  Etthina Bhuja

Tour date-     12th July 8pm to 14th July 9pm 2019

Travel distance - 350 km

 Distance covered - 11 km in a  day

Difficulty -     Easy to Moderate

Age group -     12 to 50's

Last date for registration- 10th July 2019 5pm

• Maximum participants -   25 pax.

Note- Alphites Jersy and Organic cotton T-shirts are available for purchase.

• Food - Basic veg food only. (non-veg available on demand)

• Transportation - To & Fro Bangalore via Non-Ac(Eco-friendly) Transport depending on the team strength.

• Accommodation - Tented/Dorms accommodation 

• Tour Fee-   3150/- 3000/- individual

• Group discounts available as an early bird offer.

For Registration & Further details contact-

Call / Whatsapp -   9945050016 / 7975529412

Inclusives- 

•  Transportation(to n fro Bangalore), 
•  Food(2 breakfast ,1 lunch ,1 snacks and 1 dinner),
•  Accommodation in tents/dorms,
•  Forest entry fee,
•  Trail walk fee,
• Guide charges,
•  Campfire, 
• Experienced instructor charges,
• Ecological conservation session,
• Photographs,
• Best Memories to cherish for life😉

Campsite

Activities:

• Trail walk via dense forest & grasslands.
• Visit to Minchukal Gudda
• Overnight camping.
• Campfire party in monsoon showers
• Wildlife sightings close to the campsite- Elephants, wild boars, etc.
• Session on Ecology conservation. 
• Stargazing activity.

Exclusive- Any emergency expenses, any kind of Travel Insurance coverage, Porters, snacks while trekking and traveling, anything not mentioned above.   

View while descending

Tentative Itinerary- 

12th July - 

• 9pm departure from Bangalore, meetup point and en route pickup points will be announced later.

13th July - 

• 6am reach the destination, fresh-up, breakfast, pack lunch, acquire permission from forest dept & start ascending.
• Reach the peak by 12 pm, have lunch, Photo sessions amidst showers, start descending towards the campsite & trail cleaning on our way back.
• Sunset view from viewpoint hill, camping and campfire party fun under favorable conditions, cooking activities, hot dinner served, stargazing activity, fun sessions, rest for the night.

14th July - 

• Wake up, sunrise view, fresh up, breakfast, vacate campsite after cleanup, start towards minchukallu gudda.
• By 10 am reach minchukallu gudda, en route ecology knowledge sharing session, spend time at the mind-blowing breeze point at minchukallu.
• Back to the bus, start towards Bangalore, self-sponsored lunch en route.
• Reach Bangalore by or before 9 pm.

 

Things to carry-

1. Sturdy backpack and trekking shoes
2. Least 2 ltr water bottle COMPULSORY
3. Umbrella or hats and poncho to protect from harsh sun and rain,
4. Sunscreen and Torch compulsory,
5. LUNCH BOX, Spoon and Tumbler compulsory to be carried by every individual(eco-friendly policies),
6. Change of clothes, spare socks 
7. Insulation jackets, safety gears, and lighters (Optional to the individual)
8. Personal medication, garbage bag, Id proof copy compulsory to be carried by every individual,
9. Enough snacks and energy supplies to last for two days,
10. Sufficient cash, Camera(Optional),
11. Sleeping bag or Quilt.

With all the checklist as mentioned above, pack light as possible.

Click here for General note and cancellation policies - 

Special note-

 The Alpha team celebrates every trek with an after trek get-together party in Bangalore. The info regarding the get-together will be furnished after individual trek registration.

For Registration & Further details contact-

Call / Whatsapp -   9945050016 / 7975529412

Meenakshi Layout, CK Paalya rd, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore- 83.

                                                                                                                                                                           



Copyrights (c)2015- ATG