About Nishani Motte Trek
Nishani Motte Trek is a popular trekking peak in the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary near Galibeedu in Kodagu district, Karnataka. Situated in the Western Ghats at about 1,270 metres elevation, it lies near Talacauvery and Bhagamandala. The trek passes through shola forests and grasslands and offers panoramic views of the Brahmagiri range and Coorg landscape. It is known for its scenic beauty, biodiversity and relatively offbeat trail requiring forest permission.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a moderate to difficult guided trek of about 13-15 km round trip starting from the forest check post near Galibeedu. The trail passes through dense shola forests, open grasslands and ridges within Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, leading to the Nishani Motte peak. At the summit, visitors get 360-degree views of the Western Ghats, Brahmagiri hills and valleys of Coorg and Kerala. There are no permanent structures at the top; the experience is primarily nature-based with opportunities for photography and wildlife and bird sightings.
Key highlights
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Summit at approximately 1,270 metres with panoramic views of Brahmagiri range and Western Ghats
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Trek through Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary with shola forests and montane grasslands
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Offbeat and less crowded trail compared to nearby Brahmagiri Peak
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Opportunities to spot endemic birds, butterflies and wildlife of the Western Ghats
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Views of Talacauvery and Bhagamandala valleys from the ridge
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Mangaluru International Airport (approx. 135 km) and Kannur International Airport (approx. 110 km); onward by road |
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| By train | Nearest major railheads are Mysuru Junction (approx. 120 km) and Kannur (approx. 115 km); onward journey by road via Madikeri |