Arasinamakki / Shingani Gudda is one of the major peaks in Charmadi range and is also known as Buddha’s Peak. One route passes through thick jungles adjoining Amedikallu and Sibile Gudda peaks.
The trek route passes through thick forest and climb up the dry waterfall. Guide and food can be arranged by Stream of Joy Home Stay which is on the bank of Kapila river (the homestay is pretty costy). Playing in the knee -deep water of Kapila is another fun.
There are many birds for bird watchers in the jungles and along the Kapila. There is no water at the peak, but it is available if you come down from the peak for about 20 minutes walk and it is an ideal camping site too.
During and post monsoon, this place becomes infested with leeches and almost inaccessible. At some part of the trail, loose soil makes the walk difficult.
Location: India>Karnataka>Dakshina Kannnada
Nearest Towns: Kokkada, Dharmasthala.
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Camping Sites: At the peak, there only as much space to pitch one tent; however, if it is not raining, sleeping bags are enough to survive the cold.
Trek Length: 10 km both ways (depends on the route taken).
Difficulty Level: Moderate (depends on the route taken).
Best Time To Visit: Winter.
Worst Time To Visit: Monsoon.
