How Difficult is the Kumara Parvata Trek? | Indiahikes

How difficult is the Kumara Parvata trek? Legendary for its challenge, the Kumara Parvata trek difficulty has only increased with new regulations banning camping, turning it into a grueling one-day challenge.

But is the classic Kukke route the only way?

In this complete guide, Upayan from Indiahikes explains the three different ways you can trek to the Kumara Parvata summit. Each route has a completely different difficulty level, trail, and experience.

Whether you're a seasoned trekker looking for the ultimate challenge or a beginner wondering if KP is for you, this video will help you choose the right path.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Introduction: How Difficult is Kumara Parvata?

0:13 - Why the Trek is HARDER Now (New Camping Regulations)

0:30 - The 3 Routes to Kumara Parvata

0:47 - Route 1: Kukke to Kukke (The Traditional Route)

1:20 - The REAL Challenge: 5,000 ft Elevation Gain

1:50 - Trail Deep Dive: Forests, Shesha Parvata & the Final Climb

3:00 - Who should attempt the Kukke route?

3:20 - Route 2: Bidahalli to Bidahalli (The NEW, Easier Route)

3:45 - Elevation Gain Compared (Kukke vs. Bidahalli)

4:05 - The Beautiful Forests of the Bidahalli Trail

4:30 - Route 3: The Crossover (Bidahalli to Kukke)

5:15 - Crossover Option 4 (Kukke to Bidahalli) & its Challenges

6:00 - Why the Crossover is the "Best of Both Worlds"

6:30 - A Warning for Beginners

6:50 - Final Summary: All 3 Routes Compared

7:25 - How to Get Permits & Plan Your Trek

TREK ROUTES COVERED IN THIS VIDEO:

Kukke to Kukke (The Classic Beast)

Distance: 22 km (round trip)

Elevation Gain: ~5,000 feet

Difficulty: Extremely Difficult. A massive one-day challenge recommended only for seasoned trekkers.

Bidahalli to Bidahalli (The New Alternative)

Distance: 14 km (round trip)

Elevation Gain: ~2,200 feet

Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult. Significantly easier and shorter, making KP accessible to more trekkers.

Bidahalli to Kukke (The Crossover)

Distance: ~18 km (one way)

Difficulty: Difficult. The "best of both worlds." You get the easier 2,200 ft ascent from Bidahalli but must endure the brutal 5,000 ft descent to Kukke.

PLAN YOUR KUMARA PARVATA TREK

For detailed documentation on all these routes, including how to get forest permits, fitness guides, and step-by-step itineraries, visit the Indiahikes:
https://indiahikes.com/documented-tre...

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