Hariharabetta (Kauravkonda) Trek

About The place: 

Harihara Betta is also known as Kaurva Kunda is an immensely beautiful yet little known trekking destination located at a distance of no more than 65 kms from Bangalore. The twin hill has derived its name from the mythological text of Mahabharata, and is a combined name for the Kauravas and Pandavas. The destination roves to be an exciting getaway or people seeking to do something fun and exciting over the weekend. With the trekking trail not yet having the rush of adventure seeking bearing down on its pathways, the area is the right choice for someone seeking peace and seclusion while also having something exciting & enthralling to do. 

The Kaurva Kunda night trek is a lot more challenging than other similar trekking expeditions carried out around Bangalore. The participants have to undertake a steep climb over the sandy steps to reach the twin peaks of the glossy mountain. The trail is extremely slippery which makes it extremely risky especially when traversed at during the night time. However, the promise of enchanting views and doing something that seems beyond their scope is something that drives adventure seekers to take part in this thrilling and adrenaline pumping activity that is not meant for frail hearted individuals or people with no trekking experience. 

Apart from the natural beauty and the tranquillity, the one other thing that the trekkers seem to enjoy the most during the trip is a visit to the hollowed abode of Lord Shiva that lied almost midway up to the peaks. The trekkers seem to get inspiration and strength from the visit, which refreshes them not only mentally but spiritually as well. The reward for their efforts awaits the trekkers upon reaching the summit, when after a short rest they get to enjoy the true immense beauty of their surroundings in the refreshing golden light of the morning sun. It makes the participants fell humbled by the majesty of nature and the beauty that is gradually fading away due to human greed.

• Time Taken: ~3 Hiking Up and ~2 Descending Down 
• Trek Distance: ~3 KM
• Altitude: 2640.3 feet
• Locality: Bangalore or Tumkur around  
• Difficult level: Moderate 
• Minimum Age: 10 (Kids shall be accompanied by Parents or guardian)

1. Pick Up from at Bangalore (Last Pick up point) at sharp 05:00 am
2. Introduction to weincredibles team and fellow trekkers
3. Start to Destination Harihara betta at 05:15 am
4. Reach base Camp at ~07:00 am
5. Start to trek from base
6. Reach to top hill at 10:00 am to 11:00 am
7. Take rest, enjoy hilltop have lots of fun, Group Photo session
8. Start Back to Base Camp and reach at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm (Have Packed tasty lunch) 
9. Reach Isha Yoga Foundation Chikkaballapur
10. Head back and Bangalore and drop by reach at ~04:00 pm (First Pick Up point)

• Drinking Water (2 Lit) 
• Personal medication (If any) 
• Small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek (Preferably water proof)
• Hiking shoes
• Sun cap & Sunscreen
• Energy Bars & Snacks
• Power bank, Camera (Optional), Rain Coat (Highly Recommended) 
• Wearing the Full Sleeve hiking pants and Hiking T-Shirts would be preferable (Not mandatory ) 
• Sunglasses, Sunscreen.

Required to know basic skills of Trekking

1. To and fro transport from Bangalore ( Non A/c Tempo Traveler/Mini bus )
2. 1 Tea breaks, 1Dinner, 1Breakfast
3. Trekking Permits
4. Parking fee
5. Outdoor Leader from weincredibles 

1. Lunch
2. Any kind of personal expense
3. Any kind of insurance
4. Any expenses arising out of unforeseen contingencies

1. Event Starts at 05:30 am and Ends at 05:00 pm
2. Photographers, Organizers are welcome

PLEASE NOTE:

1. WIC is not a NGO but a voluntary organization and everyone is expected to indulge in whatever tasks that arrive during the event.
2. WIC treks are full of adventures, such as indulge in Navigation, Map reading, Trial finding, Camp setting, Cooking, Building camp fire, etc...
3. As it takes lots of time and patience of WIC to make the Trek/Trip takes easily. Hence once registered then it money will not refunded.
4. If the trek is cancelled by organizer then full amount will be paid back.
5. First pay and then register to be considered for short listing. Short listing will be based on the trekking experience, volunteering preference and organizers feedback of the previous events with WIC if any. Confirmation is at organizers discretion. Paid participants will get full refund if not shortlisted.
   

We request you to go through the below Rules/ Instructions/Measures and follow them strictly. If you or your pavilion rider can’t obey the rules please do not come for the ride. 

1. Hiking Sticks, Not mandatory but if required for safety purpose then added Advantage.
2. Camera to capture the moments (Optional)