Nishani Betta trekking, the lesser-known trekking spot with 8 kms (4miles) of the trek length, is part of the Brahmagiri Range TalaCauvery wildlife sanctuary at the height of 1270 meter above sea level. As it is not commercialized, it is the best place for spending quiet time, all by oneself. The Nishani Betta trek starts from Bhagamandala, 50 kms (31miles) from Madikeri. You can spend a day in this spiritual town where the river Kaveri originates and takes a dip at the Triveni Sangam (meeting point of 3 rivers), and also you can spot some wildlife or walk through pristine forest and green meadows.
Among all the world's adventures, trekking is the most favorite activity—treks ranging from 2 days to 20 days. Enthusiast trekkers are always looking for more mountains and more fears to conquer.
With the fast-moving life and so little time to ourselves, people want quick getaways for a long weekend or holidays. There are multiple places from Bangalore that are reachable overnight; one such district that is mesmerizingly adventurous is Kodagu or popularly known as Coorg, a hill station in the state of Karnataka 250 kms(155miles) from Bangalore. Between hills and valleys, Coorg has magnificent yet easily reachable mountains. It offers all kinds of terrain to explore, from easy to moderately difficult to extremely challenging.
Coorg experiences a moderately cold climate throughout the year. During summer, it is slightly hotter during the daytime, but nights are temperate. Winter is cold and pleasant and is chosen as a favorite time for Nishani betta trekking. Trekkers mostly frequent months between November-April in this route as it is the best time to enjoy outdoor activities. If you want to appreciate wild beauty in its purest form, the best time for Niahani betta trekking is during monsoon when the entire Brahmagiri forest range takes on a virgin look by being drenched in the rain.The region is covered in thick green forest, open meadows, rare flora and fauna, and vast mountain ranges.
The Nishani betta trekking trip generally takes two days to complete as once you reach the summit, they camp out in the forest at the anti-poaching site. This exciting combination of Nishani betta trekking and camping makes it a perfect weekend getaway for people in nearby cities.
The trek's base camp is located in Bhagamandala, a small town in the Kodagu district of Karnataka. Being situated along the banks of River Cauvery gives this small town a unique beauty of its own, further enhanced by the warm and welcoming nature of the local people. However, most trekkers, who book tour packages to Coorg, are unaware that they need to seek a permit from the Forest department to undertake this trek. The ticket can be easily obtained at the FRH office in Bhagamandala.
Since the Nishani Betta trekking is not quite famous, it is relatively pristine and untouched by human destruction, making it even more spectacular. With every step they take, the trekkers are left spellbound by the magnificent views of the sprawling coffee plantations, extensive spice gardens, and elegant Victorian era villas, and of course, the mesmerizing Western Ghats. Upon reaching the peak, you can avail of the overnight camping facility at the base of the mountain or can choose to experience the best homestay in Coorg among the locals living in the area.
The 26 km (16miles) long Nishani Betta trekking offers a difficulty level from easy to moderate in addition to which you will have to face a unique set of challenges in the trail. However, there are ample rewards for the efforts when discovering the magical beauty that forms an integral part of the entire course of this least-known destination for trekking in Coorg. Several deviations are waiting to be explored on this trail, but it is in the trekkers' best interest to remain with their group and follow their guide's instructions verbatim.
