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Places around Bangalore for less travel & have more fun (less than 100 Kms)
There are places to visit near Bangalore which are at a driving distance during weekend breaks for trekking, camping, river-side picnic or safari. This
list covers places which are less than 100 Kms from Bangalore so that you don’t spent too much time in travelling and have ample time to enjoy. If
you want to take a short break to kill the weekend boredom or go out for team outing or team bonding trip here is a list of places to choose from.
So here goes the list for less travel and more fun.
1. Devarayanadurga
2. Shivaganga
3. Savanadurga
4. Manchinbele Reservoir
5. Kanva Reservoir
6. Kokkare Bellur Birds Sanctuary
7. Chunchi Falls
8. Maruvathur Lake
9. Innovtive Film City
10. Bannerghatta National Park
11. Big Banayan Tree (Aalada Mara)
12. Hesarghatta Lake
13. Nandhi Hills
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2. 1. Devarayanadurga
A rocky hill near Tumkur is surrounded by forest and dotted with many temples like Yoganarasimha and the Bhoganarasimha temples. Trekkers would
like this place as there area series of hills which are easily trekkable. Its around 70 Kms from Bangalore on Tumkur road.
Route: Bangalore – Nelamangala – Dabaspet – Devarayanadurga.
2. Sivaganga
This is another conical shaped hill in the same direction as Devarayanadurga. There are temples dedicated to Gangadhara and Honnadevi. There is a
fresh water spring called Pathala Ganga. Trekkers would like this place as the trek to top of the hill after the temples is quite a challenge as the path is
quite steep. The steel bar railing would help you climb this steepy part of the hill, however its worth it for the breathtaking view at the top.
Route: Bangalore – Nelamangala – Dabaspet – Sivaganga
3. Savandurga
Considered to be the largest monolith hills in the world, has two hills known as Karigudda (black hill) and Biligudda (white hill). Rock climbers, cave
explorers, adventurer enthusiast and trekkers frequent this place. Many Bangalore Based private adventure tourism companies organize activities
here.
Route : Bangalore – Magadi – Naykanapalya – Savanadurga.
4. Manchanabele Reservoir
One of the best places for a day picnic near Bangalore. This dam on river Arkavati and the backwaters surrounded by stone structured rugged hills
adds beauty to this place.
Route: Bangalore – Mysore road – Dodda Alada Mara – Bayalu Village – Manchanabele dam
5. Kanva Reservoir
Located 65 Kms from Bangalore this reservoir has been formed because of the Kanva Dam built across the river Kanva. It nests lots of migratory birds
and good for bird watching.
Route: Bangalore – Mysore road – Ramnagaram – Kengal – Kanva reservoir.
6. Kokkarebellur Bird Sanctuary
This place is known for its unique binding of the people of this village and the birds. Kokkarebellur has nesting trees and migration of birds, large
colonies of Spot-billed Pelicans and Painted Storks can be seen here. Best time to visit is between Feb to May.
Route: Bangalore – Mysore road – Channapatna – Halagur(5Kms before Maddur) – Kokkarebellur
7. Nandi Hills
Nandi hills is a popular hangout for Bangalooreans. It is a hill 1478m above sea level. Its a good option for somebody looking to go for a long drive in
weekend. Best to be visited early morning and don’t miss the ancient Bhoganandeeswara temple at the foothill.
Route : Bangalore – Hebbal – Yelahanka – Devanahalli – Nandi Hills.
8. Hesaraghatta Lake
Located 20 Kms from Bangalore, this is a manmade reservoir across the Arkavathy River and is a fresh water lake. Documented records of sighting of
2000 water birds of 29 species have been reported. Its frequented by bird watcher & photographers from Bangalore.
Route: Bangalore – Tumkur Road - Peenya – Hesaraghatta cross – Hesaraghatta .
9. Big Banyan Tree
Also known as Dodda Alada Mara in Kannada is a 400 year old giant Banyan Tree in the village of Ramohalli. At 20 Kms this place is the closest picnic
spot from Bangaloreans.
Route: Bangalore – Mysore road – Kengeri – Raja Rajeswari college – Big Banyan Tree .
10. Bannerghatta National Park
Located 25 Kms on busy Bannerghatta road, this is the most visited weekend location by Bangaloreans. The zoo has a rich variety of animals, reptiles
and birds. The Butterfly park is a recent addition which hosts about 20 different species of butterflies. You can take the safari too.
Route: Bangalore – Bannerghatta Road – Bannerghatta
11. Innovative Film City
Situated around 35 km from Bangalore on the Bangalore- Mysore highway. The attractions are many: Innovative studios, mock sets, a Ripley’s Believe
It or Not museum, 4D theatre, a toddler’s den, an 18-hole mini golf course, old-world talkies where the audience sits on sand/wooden
benches/folding iron chairs to watch movies. There’s also a retail park, built to depict a typical Victorian setting, an entertainment district, food court
and themed restaurants.
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3. and themed restaurants.
Route: Bangalore – Mysore road – Innovative Film City.
12. Mavathur lake
Its a big beautiful lake which offers a variety of birds, bugs and butterflies. Its flocked with bird watcher & photographer during weekends.
Route: Bangalore – Kanakapura Road – Valley school – Mavathur lake.
13. Chunchi Falls
Located at 90 Kms, this is a small water falls on the way to Sangam. Nice place for fishing and taking a weekend trip.
Route: Bangalore – Kanakapura – Chunchi Falls.
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