Bangalore to Kodachadri Cab Service — Private Taxi to the Western Ghats Peak
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Kodachadri Peak and Sarvajna Peetha
The summit is a grassy ridge with sweeping views over the sanctuary forest, the Sharavathi backwaters and, on clear days, the coastline. At the top stands the Sarvajna Peetha, a small stone shrine where Adi Shankaracharya is believed to have meditated. Sunrise and sunset are the best times, and the mist that rolls in during the afternoon is part of the charm. Check the kodachadri weather before you go, as the peak gets very heavy rain for much of the year.
Kodachadri Peak and Sarvajna Peetha
The summit is a grassy ridge with sweeping views over the sanctuary forest, the Sharavathi backwaters and, on clear days, the coastline. At the top stands the Sarvajna Peetha, a small stone shrine where Adi Shankaracharya is believed to have meditated. Sunrise and sunset are the best times, and the mist that rolls in during the afternoon is part of the charm. Check the kodachadri weather before you go, as the peak gets very heavy rain for much of the year.
Moola Mookambika Temple and the Iron Pillar
A short distance below the summit is the Moola Mookambika Temple, considered the original seat of the goddess before she was worshipped at Kollur. In front of it stands an old iron pillar that has stood in the open for centuries with very little rust, a detail that surprises most visitors. Homestays near the temple serve simple Malnad meals to trekkers.
Hidlumane Falls
On the forest trail from Sampekatte, Hidlumane Falls drops in several tiers over dark rock. The walk to the falls involves stream crossings and slippery stones, so good shoes matter. It is most dramatic after the monsoon, and trek routes that pass the falls are booked through the forest department.
Kollur Mookambika Temple
About 21 kilometres from Kodachadri by road, Kollur is one of the most important Shakti temples in South India, dedicated to the goddess Mookambika on the banks of the Souparnika river. Pilgrims from Karnataka and Kerala visit throughout the year, especially during Navaratri. Many families plan a kodachadri kollur tour package so they can pray at both the hill shrine and the main temple.
Nagara Fort and Devagange Ponds
Nagara, once called Bidanur, was the capital of the Keladi Nayaka rulers. The ruins of the fort, with its moat, walls and palace foundations, sit on a hill just outside town. A few kilometres away, Devagange is a set of old stepped ponds in the forest, said to have been built for the royal family. Both are quiet stops that most trekkers visit on day two.
Jog Falls
One of the highest plunge waterfalls in India, where the Sharavathi river drops in four streams known as Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket. Jog is roughly two hours from Nagara via Sagar and makes a natural add-on for a jog falls kodachadri trip. The flow is strongest from August to November.
Agumbe
Known as the Cherrapunji of the South for its heavy rainfall, Agumbe sits at the top of a hairpin ghat with a famous sunset point looking towards the Arabian Sea. The rainforest research station here has made the village well known for king cobra studies. It is a scenic detour through Thirthahalli for groups with an extra day.
Sakrebyle Elephant Camp
Around 14 kilometres from Shivamogga on the Thirthahalli road, the forest department camp on the Tunga river lets visitors watch trained elephants being bathed and fed in the morning. Timings are limited to the early hours, so it works best on the return drive after an overnight stay in Shivamogga.
Kavaledurga Fort
A hill fort near Thirthahalli built in stages by the Keladi Nayakas, with a winding trail, stone gateways and a small temple at the top. The view across the paddy fields and forest is excellent, and the climb is easier than Kodachadri, which makes it a good option for families with older members.
Distance
410 Km
One way
Time
9 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 8105
Plus GST
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About the Bangalore-Kodachadri Route
Bangalore
Where Your Journey Starts
Tumakuru
70 Km
Gubbi
90 Km
Tiptur
145 Km
Kadur
220 Km
Bhadravati
270 Km
Shivamogga
290 Km
Kodachadri
410 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.
Tumakuru
Kalpataru Nadu, the Land of Coconut Groves
The drive leaves the city on the Tumkur Road past Yeshwanthpur and Nelamangala, and an early start avoids the industrial traffic around Peenya. Tumakuru is known for its coconut plantations and for the Siddaganga Math, a large religious and educational institution that feeds and teaches thousands of students. Devarayanadurga hill, with its temple and forest, rises a short distance from the city. Most drivers take a tea break on the bypass. Elapsed time: about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Gubbi
Cradle of Kannada Professional Theatre
After Tumakuru, the car turns west onto NH206, the old Bangalore to Honnavar road. Gubbi is the hometown of the legendary theatre company started by Gubbi Veeranna, which trained many early stars of Kannada stage and cinema. The road here is lined with coconut and areca gardens. Elapsed time: about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Tiptur
Copra Market Town of Karnataka
The highway passes through quiet farming villages to Tiptur, a busy town famous for its large copra and coconut trade. Tiptur is a good place for breakfast, with several well-known darshinis near the main road serving thatte idli and filter coffee. Elapsed time: about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Kadur
Crossroads to Chikkamagaluru Coffee Country
The land turns drier and more open here, with sunflower and maize fields beside the road. Kadur is a railway and road junction where routes branch towards Chikkamagaluru and Birur. Ayyanakere, one of the oldest lakes in the state, lies to the west for those heading into the hills. Elapsed time: about 4 hours.
Bhadravati
Steel Town of Karnataka
Bhadravati grew around the Visvesvaraya Iron and Steel Plant, founded under the Mysore kingdom and named after Sir M. Visvesvaraya. The town also has the Hoysala-style Lakshmi Narasimha Temple on the banks of the Bhadra river. Traffic around the town centre is moderate, and drivers use the main road straight through. Elapsed time: about 5 hours.
Shivamogga
Gateway to Malnad
Shivamogga sits on the Tunga river and marks the point where the plains give way to forest and hills. The city is the base for Sakrebyle Elephant Camp, Gajanur and the Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari. It is also the best lunch stop on the route. Travellers booking a bangalore to shimoga cab for work often extend the trip to Kodachadri on the weekend. Elapsed time: about 5 hours 30 minutes.
Kodachadri
Natural Heritage Peak of the Western Ghats
The road passes Nagara Fort before reaching Nittur, where local 4x4 jeeps start for the hill, or Sampekatte, the starting point for the Hidlumane forest trail. The cab stops at the base because only forest-approved vehicles and trekkers with valid permits go further. Your driver waits at the base or at your homestay. Elapsed time: about 8 to 8 hours 30 minutes.
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Cab Packages for the Bangalore to Kodachadri Route
Corporate Package
For Bangalore teams planning a nature offsite or a weekend trek outing. Includes GST invoicing, a Proforma Invoice for PO approvals, verified drivers and consolidated billing for registered accounts. Multiple Innova Crysta cars can travel together for a larger team. Our corporate travels bangalore desk coordinates timings so every car reaches the base together.
Family and Pilgrimage Package
A three-day plan that covers Kollur Mookambika, the Moola Mookambika Temple on Kodachadri, Nagara Fort and Jog Falls. The driver works around darshan timings and waits while you finish your visit. An Innova, Innova Crysta or innova hycross rent bangalore booking gives space for six or seven passengers and their luggage on the long drive.
Budget Trekker Package
For four friends who want their own car instead of a crowded shared bus. An AC Etios or Dzire, a night departure from Bangalore and an early morning drop at the base, with the car waiting for the return. It is the easiest way to book a weekend trek cab from bangalore and still travel on your own timetable. The budget tier changes the car, never the maintenance or driver checks.
Luxury Package
For couples, senior executives and special family trips, choose from Fortuner, 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. Our luxury car rental bangalore tier comes with senior chauffeurs. For groups above seven, a Toyota Commuter or a force urbania rent bangalore keeps everyone in one vehicle.
Our Fleet in Bangalore
Everything runs from one Bangalore base, so if your group size changes, we can move you to a larger vehicle without starting the booking again.
• 27 to 50 seater buses, including Volvo and Benz buses
• 8 to 18 seater tempo travellers
• 12 to 24 seater minibuses
• 13 to 17 seater Force Urbania
• 4 to 7 seater cars — 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
Tejas Tours and Travels does not operate sleeper bus services. All our vehicles are seated, so trekkers taking a night departure should expect to rest in push-back seats rather than berths.
Billing Details — What Is Included and What Is Extra
Every quote is shared in writing before you confirm. A 20 percent advance of the total fare is payable to confirm the booking.
Included in the Fare
• Base fare and fuel charges
• Driver allowance
Not Included
• Toll and parking charges
• Interstate tax, where the itinerary crosses state lines
• Driver bata after 9:45 PM is charged extra, which applies to night departures for treks
• Final rental is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage
• GST
Local jeep charges, forest entry fees, trek permits and guide fees at Kodachadri are paid separately to the respective authorities and are not part of the cab fare. Tejas Tours and Travels does not cover passenger insurance, so travellers who want personal cover should arrange their own travel insurance.
Our Services from Bangalore and Mysore
All the services below are available from both our Bangalore and Mysore offices, along with custom tour packages built around your dates.
Cabs and Premium Cars
Our car rental bangalore service covers everyday car booking, premium cab hire and premium car rentals in bangalore for local and outstation trips. For seven-seater comfort, the innova hycross for rent option covers innova hycross taxi, hycross car rental and 7 seater innova hycross rental bangalore bookings.
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Trekking groups of 8 to 18 travel in our luxury tempo traveller bangalore fleet, a well-kept tt vehicle range for weekend trips. The mini bus rental in bangalore service handles minibus rental, mini bus booking online and mini bus for rent in bangalore for 12 to 24 passengers, while the urbania van rental fleet offers urbania on rent bangalore and luxury urbania rental bangalore for premium small groups.
Buses and Volvo Coaches
For large groups, our bus rental in bangalore service covers rental bus booking and bangalore bus booking with 27 to 50 seater coaches. The volvo bus rental bangalore tier provides volvo luxury bus and luxury bus hire for conferences, tours and weddings.
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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. |
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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 Kodachadri Cab
The bangalore to kodachadri distance is roughly 390 to 410 kilometres to the Nittur or Sampekatte base, depending on the route. The drive takes 8 to 9 hours 30 minutes via Tumakuru, Shivamogga and Hosanagara. Rain in the Malnad region can add time between June and September.
No. Private cabs stop at the base villages. The final climb is either a forest trek or a ride in a local 4x4 jeep, and even the jeep track ends a short walk below the summit. Your driver waits at the base or at your homestay until you return.
As of 2026, trekking on Karnataka forest land needs an advance permit booked online through the forest department's Aranya Vihaara portal, with ID for each trekker, a certified guide and daily limits on numbers. Rules and fees can change, so check the latest kodachadri trek permit details before you travel. Permit, jeep and guide charges are not included in the cab fare.
AC sedans such as Etios and Dzire start from Rs 8,105. A round trip is around 800 kilometres before sightseeing, and the final fare is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage. You receive an itemised written quote within 2 hours.
The fare includes base fare, fuel charges and driver allowance. Toll and parking, any interstate tax, driver bata after 9:45 PM and GST are extra. A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms the booking, and the balance is settled at the end of the trip.
Yes. Many trekking groups leave between 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM and reach the base early in the morning. Driver bata after 9:45 PM is charged extra for such departures. We recommend a proper rest stop on the way so the driver is fresh for the forest roads.
Yes. Kollur is about 21 kilometres from Kodachadri by road, and Jog Falls is around two hours from Nagara via Sagar. A three-day kodachadri trip from bangalore covers all three comfortably. Share your plan and we will quote the whole trip as one number.
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.
October to February is the most comfortable period, with clear views and dry trails. The monsoon brings lush forests and full waterfalls but also slippery paths, leeches and occasional trek restrictions. Summer mornings are pleasant, though the afternoons can be hazy.
Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 or email info@tejastravels.com with your travel date, pickup location, number of passengers and preferred car. You receive a written quote within 2 hours. Confirm it, pay the 20 percent advance by UPI, bank transfer or card, and you get the driver name, mobile number and vehicle registration in writing. We do not provide passenger insurance or sleeper vehicles, and our team is available 24 hours a day for every bangalore to kodachadri taxi booking.