
Bangalore to Chunchi Falls Cab - Kanakapura Waterfall, Sangama and Mekedatu Day Trip
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Chunchi Falls Viewpoint and Watchtower
A walk of around half a kilometre to a kilometre from the parking area leads to viewpoints above the gorge, where the Arkavathi tumbles over layered granite. A watchtower on the way gives a wide view of the rocky, forested landscape. The falls are fuller after the monsoon, as a power station upstream reduces flow at other times. Wear good shoes, keep children close and stay behind barriers, as the rocks are slippery and the gorge is deep.
Distance
90 Km
One way
Time
2 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 2091
Plus GST
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About the Bangalore-Chunchi Falls Route
Bangalore
Where Your Journey Starts
Udayapura
20 Km
Harohalli
35 Km
Kanakapura
55 Km
Chunchi Falls
90 Km

Bangalore
Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.

Udayapura
Home of the Art of Living International Centre
The trip starts through Jayanagar or Banashankari and onto Kanakapura Road past Konanakunte and the NICE Road junction, where traffic is heaviest. Talaghattapura marks the city's southern edge, and just beyond it Udayapura is home to the Art of Living International Centre. Elapsed time: about forty-five minutes.

Harohalli
Industrial Hub of Kanakapura Road
The road opens into farmland past Kaggalipura, with the forested hills of Bannerghatta visible to the east. Harohalli is the industrial hub of Kanakapura Road, with a large KIADB industrial area. Several highway restaurants along this stretch serve a good breakfast. Elapsed time: about one hour ten minutes.

Kanakapura
Silk and Granite Town
Kanakapura, once called Kankanahalli, is known for its silk and granite, and quarries and sericulture farms line the approach. The town is the taluk headquarters and the last major stop for fuel, snacks and ATMs. Kabbaladurga is a detour from here. Elapsed time: about one hour thirty-five minutes.

Chunchi Falls
Waterfall of the Arkavathi
A signed village road branches off towards the falls through farmland via Haro Shivanahalli village. The last stretch is narrow, so our drivers take it slowly. The road ends at a paid parking area, from where you walk to the viewpoints. The driver waits here and then continues with you to Sangama. Elapsed time: about two hours fifteen minutes.
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Cab Packages for the Bangalore to Chunchi Falls Route
Corporate Package
For Bangalore teams planning a nature day out or an offsite at a Kanakapura Road resort. Includes GST invoicing, a Proforma Invoice for PO-based approval, verified chauffeurs and consolidated monthly billing. Our corporate cab service bangalore desk coordinates several vehicles on the same day.
Family Package
A relaxed day covering the Chunchi Falls viewpoint, a riverside picnic at Sangama and an optional stop at the Art of Living campus, with the driver planning an early return before dark.
Budget Package
An Etios or Dzire for up to four friends at the lowest per-kilometre rate, with the same verified drivers and maintenance standards.
Premium and Luxury Package
Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross and Fortuner for comfort on the rural stretch, plus luxury sedans for special occasions. Our luxury car rental bangalore fleet goes up to Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Rolls-Royce Ghost, and innova crysta rental bangalore is the most requested choice for families of six.
River Circuit Package
Built for the popular chunchi falls sangama mekedatu trip, with an optional extension to Bheemeshwari or Muthathi. Pickup at 6:30 AM and return by early evening.
Our Fleet in Bangalore
• Cars — 4 to 7 seater: Etios, Dzire, Innova, Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, Fortuner, Toyota Commuter, Corolla Altis, Camry, Audi A6, Audi Q7, BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class and Rolls-Royce Ghost
• Tempo traveller — 8 to 18 seater, for extended families and small groups
• Force Urbania — 13 to 17 seater luxury van
• Mini bus — 12 to 24 seater, AC and non-AC
• Bus — 27 to 50 seater, including Volvo and Benz coaches
Tejas Tours and Travels does not operate sleeper bus services. All our vehicles are seated configuration, which suits a short, same-day route like Chunchi Falls perfectly.
Billing Details — What Is Included and What Is Extra
Every booking comes with a written, itemised quote. A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking.
Included in the Quoted Fare
• Base fare and fuel charges
• Driver allowance
Not Included — Billed Separately
• Toll and parking charges
• Interstate tax, where applicable (not needed for Chunchi Falls, which is within Karnataka)
• Additional driver bata after 9:45 PM
• GST as applicable
• Final rental is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage
Tejas Tours and Travels does not provide passenger insurance cover. Passengers are advised to arrange their own travel insurance if required. All vehicles carry valid vehicle insurance and full statutory compliance.
Our Services from Bangalore and Mysore
Every service below runs from both our Bangalore and Mysore bases.
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Larger movements are handled by bus rental in bangalore for rental bus booking and bangalore bus booking, and by volvo bus rental bangalore for volvo luxury bus and luxury bus requirements at conferences and weddings.
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How to Book a Car for Rent in Bangalore — Step-by-Step
Booking a Car for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under 5 minutes. Follow these 4 steps:
STEP1 | Contact Tejas Travels Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com — available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Share your travel date, Bangalore pickup location (area or landmark — Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, hotel name, tech park), destination or full itinerary, number of passengers, and preferred vehicle. For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number — the driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically. For luxury vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Rolls-Royce), also mention the occasion — corporate, wedding, VIP event — so the team can ensure the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire. |
STEP2 | Receive Your Written Quote Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email. The quote clearly itemizes every charge: vehicle hire rate (Rs/km or flat package), driver allowance (Rs 400-1,000/day depending on vehicle class), applicable toll estimates, and any interstate permit if applicable (Tamil Nadu for Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati). No verbal-only prices — everything in writing before you confirm. For corporate clients requiring reimbursements, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage. If you want to compare two vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time. |
STEP3 | Confirm Your Booking & Pay Advance Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone. A 15-20% advance payment confirms the booking. Payment: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT/IMPS/RTGS bank transfer, or credit/debit card via payment link. Advance receipt within 30 minutes. Confirmation includes: driver name and mobile, vehicle registration, departure time, pickup location, and full billing breakdown — all in writing. For luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class), advance may be higher due to limited fleet and Bangalore peak-date demand (wedding season November-February, New Year). |
STEP4 | Your Driver Arrives Early Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at your confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure. For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate. The vehicle is clean, sanitized, fuelled, and ready. For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire. The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy. During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments, and Bangalore traffic navigation. At trip end, balance payment is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional km or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate. |
Quick Booking for Hire: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination, and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Payment Methods — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance booking and final settlement at trip end.
Method | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|
UPI | Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI, Amazon Pay | Fastest method. Instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits. |
Bank Transfer | NEFT, IMPS, RTGS | For corporate clients and advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS instant; NEFT up to 2 hours. |
Credit / Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay | Via payment link to registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment. |
Net Banking | All major Indian banks | Payment link via WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals. |
Cash | Balance at time of travel | Accepted at trip end. Advance must be digital for booking confirmation. Receipt issued. |
Corporate Credit | Registered corporate accounts | 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate clients. Monthly consolidated invoicing available. |
Luxury vehicle note: For Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, and Mercedes S-Class, a higher advance may be required given limited Bangalore fleet availability and Bangalore wedding season demand.
Cancellation Policy — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
Refund Policy — Car Hire for Rent in Bangalore
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bangalore to Chunchi Falls Cab
The chunchi falls distance from bangalore is about 85 to 90 kilometres via Kanakapura Road and the Sangama road. The drive takes two to two and a half hours, and a round trip is about 180 kilometres.
The viewpoint trail and watchtower are open, but entering the water is currently restricted because of past drowning incidents. Fines may apply for going beyond barriers. Check the latest status before you travel and always follow police and forest instructions.
Visitors are generally allowed during daylight hours, roughly from morning until early evening. Leave the area before dark, as it becomes isolated and unsafe.
Fares start from around Rs 2,091 for a sedan and rise for SUVs, Innova models and luxury cars. The fare includes base fare, fuel and driver allowance. Toll, parking, local entry fees, GST and driver bata after 9:45 PM are extra, and the final rental is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage. You get an itemised written quote within 2 hours.
Yes. A one day trip from bangalore covering all three is very practical with a 6:30 AM start. Allow extra time on weekends for queues for the Mekedatu bus.
The falls are fullest from August to December, after the monsoon. Summer flow is low, and heavy monsoon days can bring stricter restrictions.
A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking. It must be paid digitally by UPI, bank transfer or card, and the balance is settled at the end of the trip.
A small advance of around 20 percent of the total fare is typically collected at the time of booking to secure the vehicle and driver allocation, with the remaining balance payable at
the end of the trip either in cash directly to the driver or online via a payment link.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
No. A bangalore to chunchi falls taxi stays within Karnataka, so there is no interstate tax. A permit applies only if you extend to Hogenakkal in Tamil Nadu.
No. Tejas Tours and Travels does not provide passenger insurance, so we suggest arranging your own travel cover. We also do not operate sleeper buses. To book, call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 or email info@tejastravels.com.















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