Rock climbing is another popular adventure sports in Karnataka. Places like Tumkur, Kanakpura, Savanadurga, Turahalli and Kabbaldurg are some of the places where rock climbers may drop in. some of these destinations are suitable for both beginners and professional climbers. The Hampi ruins and Badami are the perfect places to try out this activity. Besides these the haven for rock climbers is Yana. All these places are accessible from Bangalore. There are several clubs that organize rock climbing in Karnataka.
Rock Climbing Huge mountains. Steep climbs. Rocky cliffs stretching across vast areas with massive boulders scattered all around. Be it the biggest monolith in Asia (Savandurga) or the second highest monolith (Maiduguri), Karnataka presents a variety of options in rock climbing for both the beginner and the practicing professional. Sheer rock faces, ideal for rock climbing are found in Turahalli, New Rocks, Badami, Raogodlu, Kabbal Durga, Hampi, A units,) Clipper Holidays, Kamat Eco Tours and Angel are a few of the prominent ones.
The places good for Rock Climbing in Karnataka are Turahalli: It is a place located off Kanakapura Road near Bangalore where you can get clusters of hills full of boulders. Turalli is an arid countryside, it is an attracting adventurers.
Sawan Durga: Hills rise up to a towering height of 4,022 feet above sea level. It is located at a distance of 62 Kms from Bangalore & 10 KM from Magadi town is well known monolith in the Magadi Taluk is also called Magadi hill. The summit consists of two peaks, separated by a chasm, each being independent of the other. One is called the Kari Gudda or black peak, the other is Bili.
Gudda or White Peak. It is also a good place for rock climbing. The entire area is covered by verdure and serene atmosphere. The way down the hill is relatively easier. This region is famous for medicinal plants and shrub forest. This is a paradise for the climbing enthusiasts. Climbers can scale sheer rock faces enduring up to grade 7. Camping at the foothill. New Rocks: It is a paradise for the rock climbers. This is situated on the way to Bannerghatta National Park.
Raogodlu: The location of this place is on the Kanakapura Road at around 22 kilometers from Bangalore.
New rocks: This is a location on the way to Bannerghatta National Park. It is a paradise to the rock climbers.
Raogodlu: The location of this place is on the Kanakapura Road at around 22 kilometers from Bangalore.
Kabbal Durga: This is a hilly place on the way to Channapatna from Kanakapura.
Hampi: This is a place noted not only for rock climbing, but also for the great Hampi festival or the Vijaya Utsav. It lies near Hospet.
Kabbal Durga: This is a hilly place on the way to Channapatna from Kanakapura.
Ramnagar, Antara gange, Chamundi betta, Kunti betta are also few other places for rock climbing. Hampi: This is a place noted not only for rock climbing but famous for its ancient temples. The whole area is dotted with many barren rocky hills and is ideal for rock climbing. Bolted routes endure beyond grade 7. There are plenty of routes to be exposed.
Badami: It is ideal for rock climbing in north Karnataka. |
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