Kudremukh is a mere 20 kms away from Hanumangundi but it could take longer because of the twisting and turning roads.
If you want a day with just your family and also beat the heat, you could visit the hills of Kudremukh (also called Kudremukha) with some stops along the way. Hanumangundi, Kadambi Falls and Lakya dam could be part of your trip.
You can leave the city right after lunch on Saturday and drive towards the first stop, Hanumangundi Falls (also called Suthanabbe Falls) which is located in Kalasa, about 85 km from the city. The journey should take around 2 hours. The forest department has constructed a safe passage to the waterfall, consisting of a staircase that has 320 steps, from the road. They collect a small fee from visitors and food items are not allowed inside. A gush of water strikes the rocks from 100 feet creating a pool where you can bathe in
Kudremukh is a mere 20 kms away from Hanumangundi but it could take longer because of the twisting and turning roads.
After driving 14 kms through the Ghats you will reach Kudremukh. Some good places to stay there include a set of five guest houses and resorts run by different wings of the Karnataka Forest Department. Charges are nominal and you can also choose to stay at a couple of private hotels or a resort.
