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A Western Ghats trek to Amedikal - The Tortoise Mountain.
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Amedhikal Surmounting the Tortoise Peak
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medikal (height 2,800 m), near village
Shishila in Dharmasthala, is one of the
significant peaks of Charmadi range. The name
Amedikal is a combination of two words: Ame -
Turtle and Dikkel – the Tulu word for Stove.
Amedikallu has a huge monolith at the top
which appears like a giant turtle and three
large stones which give an appearance of a
stove. This peak is surrounded by many other
important peaks of Western Ghats.
Amedikal is considered to be one of the scenic
treks in Karnataka and is a two day trek if one
wants to make it to the peak comfortably. The
starting point is Shishila village from where the
trail starts. The initial trail is through a fairly
dense forest, but the trail itself is pretty wide.
Then the forest cover disappears slowly and
beautiful grasslands appear which continues
to the three stones, the dikkels.
Departure: November 25th, Dec 9th
Level: Moderate
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Day 01 (Friday): Depart Bangalore. Overnight journey by SUV. 300km.
8hrs.
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Day 02 (Saturday): Arrive at Shishila. Breakfast. Trek to base. Camp in
tents.
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Day 03 (Sunday): Reach summit of Amedhikal. Return to base. Overnight
journey to Bangalore. Reach Bangalore next day morning.
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Summiters Adventures
` 2,250 per head
(Ex.Bangalore & min. 7 member group)
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FAQ
Q: Who can do this trek?
A: If you can walk long distances
without a problem, then you can. If you have specific health issues like asthma, heart issues or the likes, consult your doctor.
Q: How cold does it get?
A: It can get pretty chilly at night.
Make sure you have a warm jacket and a bed-sheet.
Q: What should we carry?
A: The following items are a must-
carry:
Shoes: A good pair of shoes is a must - a good pair does not mean your Adidas/ Nike/ Reebok/ Puma sport shoe. You need a pair that can withstand the wear and tear of walking for many days. A bad shoe can ruin your trek by causing blisters. Ask us, we can help you in choosing the right one for your budget.
The other things you need to carry are : a backpack, a sun hat/cap, your personal clothes, a raincoat/poncho, toiletry kit, a good pair of sun glasses, a water bottle and your personal medicines (if necessary).
Your sleeping mat will be provided to you by us.
Q: What food do you provide?
A: We provide simple vegetarian food
that is light and suitable for trekking. Don’t expect a pizza hut or an Anand Bhavan - nor will you have to go hunting. You will have enough and when you are tired – anything served will taste superb!
Q: Is the mountain water safe to
drink?
A: Yes. It’s as pure as it can be. But if
you are finicky – you can buy mineral water for yourself.
Q: Should I carry a first aid kit?
A: Safety is always first. The group
leader always carries a complete first aid kit. You need not carry one.
Q: How can I prepare myself?
A: Take daily long walks or jogs.
