Chinaga Betta Day Trek
Trek at a glance
Trek highlights
The Chinaga Betta day trek is perfect for those who are looking for a quick break or just want a chance to reset their mind, without having to invest too much time. As a matter of fact, you can start from Bangalore at 5 in the AM and be back by 5 in the PM!
- Start from the city by 5am and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast
- Reach the base by around 8:30am and begin the trek
- Reaching the summit should take about 2 to 2.5 hours
- Once at the top, spend some time relaxing, breathing in the clean air and taking in the views
- Descend to pay a visit to the Sri Lakshmi Ranganatha Swamy temple or take a water break
- You can be back home for your evening cup of tea (if Blr traffic clears)
When you choose to trek with Plan The Unplanned, you can leave the planning to us – a trek leader who knows the trail like the back of their hand, co-trekkers, both experienced and amateurs, will be there with you. That opportunity to take that much-needed break is all that you need to focus on! We’ve got the rest covered back here.
Trek itinerary
- Enjoy a quick breakfast en-route
- Reach the base and start the trek at 8:30am
- Reach the peak and explore
- Descend and reach the base
- Head to a local restaurant for a sumptuous lunch
- Reach Bengaluru by 4:00pm
Trek detail itinerary
Our day starts very early since we leave Bangalore at 5.00am and the city is still asleep with the subtle light of streetlights. When the vehicle clears the city sprawl, the scene changes: skyscrapers dissolve to fields, hilly terrain, and serpents of country roads. On the way, we stop by and have a full breakfast to power up our bodies as we are to be on the adventure.
At 8:00am, we reach the starting point of Channarayana Durga trek. The air is fresh, the skies are clear and expectations are up. Backpacks fastened and spirits were flying as we start our climb. Its beauty is slowly unraveled as one starts to walk the trails, rocky paths, and ruins, and wildflowers that appeared as a surge of colour, paving their way through the morning air.
At 10:00am we arrive at the summit. This is where time is slowed down. It is spectacular scenery - a great panorama of rolling hills, lakes, and villages beyond the horizon line sitting below us. It is the time to take a deep breath, and restore your energy.
At last we retrace our steps down the trail. We also take a leisurely self-paid lunch along the way, possibly at a local restaurant or a beautiful point of interest on the way. With happy hearts and weary legs, we return to Bangalore by about 5:00pm.
It began with a day trip and turned to a memorable escape, a combination of history, nature and adventure, just perfect.
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Policy and terms
All refund or cancellation requests must be submitted exclusively via email to [email protected]. Requests made by call or WhatsApp will not be accepted.
If you cancel your booking
In the event that YOU cancel your trek, this is the cancellation policy:
Cancellation Fee
10% of the total invoice
Cancellation Fee
50% of the total invoice
Cancellation Fee
100% of the total invoice
30 days or more before scheduled date
Cancellation Fee
10% of the total invoice
15–29 days before scheduled date
Cancellation Fee
50% of the total invoice
0–15 days before scheduled date
Cancellation Fee
100% of the total invoice
Last-minute cancellations on the day of or the day before trek departure
Last-minute cancellations made on the day of trek departure or the day before are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling, regardless of the reason (such as work commitments, family emergencies, or health).
Reschedule your booking on the day of trek departure
Should you choose to postpone your booking to a future date, an additional fee of ₹1500 per person will be incurred. This postponement option is valid for a period of 3 months from your original trek departure date.
Aranya Vihara treks and permits
Permit fees for treks obtained under Aranya Vihara are non-refundable in the event of customer cancellation.
If plan the unplanned cancel your booking
In the event that WE postpone or cancel your trek, this is the cancellation policy:
During or after the trek
In the event of severe weather or other safety concerns, we may shorten a trek day or abandon the trek entirely. No refunds will be issued in such circumstances, as your safety is our top priority.
Prior to the trek
If we cancel a trek due to natural disasters (such as rainstorm, flood, landslide, earthquake) or unanticipated political disturbances (such as curfews, local riots, government orders, forest department directives), Plan The Unplanned will issue a voucher for the full value of your ticket. Please note that payment gateway charges will be deducted from this refund.
Insufficient reservations
If we cancel a trek due to insufficient reservations or lack of participants for a specific batch, a refund of 96% of the trek money will be issued. Please note that payment gateway charges will be deducted from this refund.
Trek guidelines
To ensure everyone has a great time and knows what to expect, please read these important points:
No alcohol or smoking
For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, please don’t consume alcohol, intoxicants, or smoke at any point during the journey or trek.
Dinner before boarding
Kindly complete your dinner before you board the bus.
Travel arrangements
We’ll arrange transportation based on our group size. If there are 12 or fewer of us, we’ll use a tempo traveler. For groups of 13 or more, it’ll be a mini-bus. Both options are non-AC and have push-back seats for your comfort. We appreciate your understanding regarding our travel logistics.
"Without Travel" option
If you prefer to arrange your own transportation to the destination (the homestay), be sure to book the “Without Travel” option when you sign up. Please note: If you select this, you’ll need a private car for your entire trip. Public transport won’t work, as our Day 2 activities begin directly from the homestay and require continuous private car access to ensure you can fully participate in all planned activities.
Embrace the outdoors
Our trips are about getting out into nature, often in remote locations. Please don’t expect luxury accommodations; we focus on providing comfortable basic facilities.
Food provided
We’ll provide basic, vegetarian meals. We do not serve non-vegetarian food.
Leave no trace policy
Please help us keep our beautiful outdoors clean by disposing of all litter properly.
Personal belongings
You are responsible for your personal belongings, valuables, and jewelry. Plan The Unplanned is not liable for any lost items.
Potential delays
While we strive to be on schedule, please be aware that traffic delays or vehicle breakdowns can sometimes occur, leading to slight delays in reaching our destination.
FAQs
You’ll get an event heads-up email by Thursday of the trip week. It includes:
- Exact pickup points with timings
- Your Outdoor Leader’s name and phone number
- A quick list of do’s & don’ts
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