Karnataka’s New Trekking SOP (2026): Rules, Reactions, and What It Means for Trekkers
On April 17, 2026, Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announced a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for trekking…
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On April 17, 2026, Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announced a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for trekking…

Kumara Parvatha (KP) is one of Karnataka’s toughest and most rewarding treks. Every year, trekkers struggle with the…

A few months ago, a member of our Travel Elneeru team hosted an Ask Me Anything (AMA) on…

Karnataka is a land of majestic Western Ghats, rolling hills, waterfalls, and thick forests – making it a…

Why You Need a Permit? If you’re planning a trek in Karnataka, whether it’s Nethravathi, Kudremukh, Kumara Parvatha,…

The Kumara Parvatha Trek is often called the toughest trek in Karnataka. Rising at 1,712 m (5,617 ft)…