Day trip from Bangalore to Karnataka's Natural Highlights
Private ride with a local driver
11hRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
Journey through Karnataka's conservation success stories and spiritual hilltop sites. Observe critically endangered vultures nesting on rocky cliffs, relax by the peaceful waters of a reservoir, then trek to Jain hilltop pilgrimage temples.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Bangalore whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverâs local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĂŠ here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youâll love sharing later. This isnât a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your Daytrip driver navigates from Bangalore through conservation areas to a vulture sanctuary, a scenic dam, and a hilltop pilgrimage site, managing the route while you explore Karnataka's natural and spiritual treasures.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Ramanagara Ramadevarabetta Vulture Sanctuary, Markonahalli Dam, and Mandaragiri should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$37
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$111
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Bangalore
You choose the pickup spot. Ramanagara Ramadevarabetta Vulture Sanctuary
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 1 h 30 min - admission not included
Visit India's first vulture sanctuary, protecting the critically endangered Long-billed and Egyptian vultures that nest on distinctive granite hills featured in Bollywood's iconic 'Sholay' film. Observe these magnificent raptors from designated viewpoints while expert conservation guides explain population recovery efforts reversing catastrophic declines. The dramatic rocky landscape, with its massive boulders, also offers spectacular geology, attracting rock climbers alongside wildlife enthusiasts. The sanctuary supports other wildlife, including sloth bears, leopards, various raptor species, and endemic plants thriving in protected scrub forest habitat. It is best to visit in the early morning, and a small parking fee may be required.
Markonahalli Dam
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 1 h 30 min - admission not included
Relax at this peaceful reservoir surrounded by hills and scrub forest, popular with Bangalore residents seeking tranquil weekend escapes from urban intensity. Enjoy pedal boat rentals on calm waters, lakeside walks through eucalyptus groves, and birdwatching opportunities attracting migratory species, including pelicans, storks, and waterfowl seasonally. The dam area features shaded picnic spots with basic facilities, children's play areas, and viewpoints offering serene water and landscape vistas perfect for family outings and photography. Visit early in the morning, when pleasant temperatures and peak wildlife activity create optimal viewing conditions, while local fishermen demonstrate traditional catch-and-release techniques. Small vendor stalls sell fresh coconut water, roasted corn, and local snacks.
Mandaragiri
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 1 h 30 min - admission not included
Trek up this sacred Jain pilgrimage hill featuring ancient basadi (temples) carved from single rocks and stunning 360-degree panoramic views across the Karnataka countryside. Climb 435 stone steps ascending through natural rock formations to reach summit temples dedicated to Jain Tirthankaras, where devotees worship and perform religious rituals. The monolithic Gopala Krishna Temple, carved from a single massive rock, demonstrates impressive ancient engineering and artistic skills. Explore cave temples with ancient Jain sculptures and inscriptions dating back centuries, while guides explain Jain philosophy, religious practices, and the hill's significance as a pilgrimage site. From the summit, panoramic views extend across farmland, villages, and distant hills, creating spectacular photography opportunities, especially during sunrise and sunset.
Back to Bangalore
Weâll take you back to your starting point.Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
