Jog Waterfall - Murudeshwara - Yana Caves - Mangroves Park - Secret Waterfall Tour

Jog Waterfall Murudeshwara Tour is a easy-grade Tour is thoughtfully curated for adventurers of all ages, making it a perfect choice for a delightful escapade. Prepare to be enchanted as you witness the cascading beauty of one of India's highest waterfalls, a sight that will leave you in awe. But the adventure doesn't end there! Our itinerary also includes visits to the magnificent Yana Caves, the majestic Murudeshwar Temple, and the serene Mangroves Park, adding a blend of culture, spirituality, and natural wonders to your experience. Our expert guides will accompany you every step of the way, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey for everyone. Join us this monsoon season, to experience Karnataka in it's peak beauty. We'll be exploring Yana Caves, Murudeshwar Temple, Mangroves Park, Hidden Waterfall and Majestic Jog Falls. This trip is full of fun and excitement, from Ancient Yana Caves to Majestic Waterfalls we got everything covered in this tour. Hop in with your friends and family for this fun Vacation. Lets make this trip a memorable one!! The best time to visit Jog Falls Waterfall is during June-October. Including Train tickets from Mumbai tour includes Murudeshwara, Eco Beach and Shiva Temple. We'll be visiting Yana Caves, Murudeshwar Temple, and Apsara Konda. This event is suitable for Kids, Solo travelers, Couple, Groups, Girls, Families. Train ticket dates available from Mumbai. 

Tour Location: Jog Waterfall, Karnataka

Best Time to Visit: July to October

Difficulty Level: Easy - Tour 

Duration: 3 Nights | 2 Days

Batch Size: 20 Participants

Suitable For: All age groups

Tour Organised by: Mischief Treks - Mumbai

Charges for Jog Falls Tour from Mumbai

• Option A: ₹ 6000 (Without the train ticket.)
• Option B: ₹ 8000 (With the train ticket from Mumbai.)

HIGHLIGHTS

What makes this event special

• Visit ancient Mirjan Fort 
• Visit a hidden waterfall in a dense forest of Karnataka. 
• Yana Caves - Splendid & Unique creations of nature
• Witness the spectacular view of ever-flowing Jog falls 
• Walk in mangroves 
• Gigantic Shiva statue at Murudeshwar
• Visit Murdeshwar Temple
• Taste the local cuisine. 
• Visit Apsara Konda (If time permits)
• Play Mafia Game - Tattva style  
• All the "Masti" which is a USP of Mischief Treks. 

ITINERARY

Timeline of the event.

Detailed Itinerary - Jog Waterfalls, Yana Caves, Murudeshwara Temple

So what is the full Itinerary?

Meeting Point: Kumta Bus Depot at 05:00 am. (For people travelling on their own)

Day 0 - 12-Aug, 25-Aug

03:00 pm - Meet us at LTT train station, and board train number 12619 Matsayagandha exp for an overnight journey

Alternatively, you can board the same train at Thane - 03.40 pm and Panvel at 04.20 pm. 

Day 1 : 13-Aug, 26-Aug

04:00 am - Reach Kumta and freshen up in a restaurant booked for us near the station.

05:00 am - After breakfast we shall have an introduction and instruction session.

06:00 am - Leave for YANA Caves in a private bus/Pvt Taxi based on group size. 

07:00 am – Reach Yana caves and explore the area (We have a small trek here for just 2km)

10:30 am - Leave Yana Caves and start our journey to a secret waterfall, Lunch on the way

02.00 pm - Check in to the Hotel and rest for a while. 

04:00 pm - Visit Jog Waterfall

06:00 pm - We will be back at the hotel.

08.30 pm – Have dinner, share stories, and it's time to play Mafia and have a "Masti" session. You are free to stay back with the group or get some sleep in your room. 

Day 2: 14-Aug, 27-Aug

06:00 am - Wake up call

07.00 am – Have breakfast and freshen up

07:45 am - Check out and move towards a special picturesque place... its time to make some reels and click pics

08:00 am - Visit to Jog falls and proceed towards Murudeshwar temple, we'll be visiting Apsara-Konda Waterfall and Our favourite location Mangroves Park.

02:00 pm - Lunch time

03:00 pm - We'll head towards Murudeshwar temple, View Shiva Statue from 18th floor of Murudeshwara temple

06:00 pm - Leave for Bhatkal station.

07:02 pm - Catch 12134 Manglore Express

Day 3: 15-Aug, 28-Aug

08:27 am - Panvel Station

09:23 am - Reach Thane Station

10:35 am - Reach LTT Station

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

What is included in the tour

• Train tickets (Non-AC sleeper) Mumbai-Kumta and Bhatkal-Mumbai ( If opted for )
• AC Train Tickets to-and-fro will cost 2000 extra depending on availability. ( If opted for )
• Local transport in a private bus/Taxi for 2 days.
• One-night hotel stay on a triple sharing basis near Jog Falls. (Non AC- weather is already chilled )
• You can upgrade to twin sharing AC room by paying ₹1000 per Couple extra charges and depending on availability.
• Day 1: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Veg)
• Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch. (Veg)
• Govt / Local charges as applicable
• Expertise charges
• Basic First Aid

What is NOT included in the tour

• Meals during train travel. 
• Any emergency evacuations/rescue (if required)
• Any other expenses that are not mentioned above.

Things to Carry

1. Identity proof.
2. Water (minimum 1 Ltrs) Compulsory.
3. Cap, sunglasses, scarf, extra clothes, floaters and toiletries. 
4. Bedsheet/Sleeping bag for train travel. 
5. Keep your phone fully charged.
6. Mosquito repellent (optional)
7. Some ready-to-eat food like biscuits, plum cake, etc to keep your tummy happy.
8. Rain coat/ Poncho/ Wind cheater 
9. Medicines (if you need any), Glucon D / Electrol / Enerzyl Powder (We will have a basic first aid kit with us).
10. A haversack to put all your things. Your hands need to be free. 
11. And most imp thing, carry a lot of enthusiasm and team spirit.

Important Note

Jog Falls Train from Mumbai Schedule:

• Matsayagandha Train number 12619 starting at 15.20 Hrs from LTT, Thane 15.40 and Panvel 16:20. This train will be reaching Kumta at 4.30 am.
• Return train number 12134 Manglore Express starting from Bhatkal at 19.02, reaching next day Panvel 08:27 am, Thane 09:43 am, and CSMT at 10.35 am.

Stay Arrangement:

• One-night hotel stay on a triple sharing basis at hotel Mandara (click Here for pics)  near Jog Falls. (Non AC- weather is already chilled )
• You can upgrade to twin sharing AC room by paying ₹1000 per Couple extra charges and depending on availability.
• Photo Album Link for Stay: Click here for Album Link of the Stay at Jog Falls Tour.

Coordination: 

• We will be creating a WhatsApp group 3 days prior to the event date for coordination and final instructions. The batch coordinator will be carrying all train tickets and will meet you at the train station.

Kids Charges: 

• Below five years kids can join in free, provided additional space is not required for the kid during the entire tour and the kid will adjust in the space allocated to accompanying adult.
• Kids/Children from 5 to 9 years will be considered as an individual person, and charges will be 3999 (including permission to travel with parent in train)
• Above 9 years the charges will be same as adults.

IMPORTANT : 

• Please make sure you have gone through the entire details, disclaimer, and FAQ/Points to note, BEFORE booking the event.
• We get the train tickets from online IRCTC, if you book late you will get RAC/Waiting List Ticket.
• The organiser reserves right to make changes to the itinerary depending on the situation.

Points to Note and FAQ's about Jog Waterfall Tour 

Following are the frequently asked questions regarding Jog Falls Tour 

Q. How do I get all the details about the tour, like charges, meeting time, pickup time and location, inclusion, exclusion, things to carry, etc? Can someone read it out for me on phone?

Ans. All the details are mentioned on this page itself, once you scroll up you will all info on your screen. Sorry we do not verbally provide details on phone as it usually creates  lot of misunderstanding and miscommunication. Also, its extremely important to read and understand all the details before you book the event so that you have absolute clarity. If something mentioned on this page is confusing , you can get clarity on chat by clicking on chat with us button on top. To discuss things that are not mentioned on this website we can arrange a callback from one of our Tour leaders.

Q. I have booked/paid for the event, is my booking confirmed for the event? 

Ans. No !, your booking can become invalid if you do not submit the "Most Important Details" required for emergency situations. For any Trek/Adventure event the organizers need to have your details at least 24 hours prior to the event. We do not allow anyone to the campsite until we have complete and authentic details of the person. This info is crucial in case of an emergency and is a mandatory KYC parameter. The link for the "personal details form" will be sent on WhatsApp immediately after you complete the booking instructions mentioned on the website. Submitting incomplete/incorrect/fake details in the form will make your booking invalid and no refund will be provided in such case. 

Q. Why is submitting emergency contact details and KYC information mandatory?

Ans. Its a standard protocol and also a guideline by Govt of India. We are accountable for every "Human-Body" present at our campsite or trek is our responsibility and in case of any unfortunate event we will be asked by authorities to provide all relevant information about you. In order to comply with the authorities we have to take authentic information from you. Fake/Incomplete information or non-submission of the details will make your ticket (paid amount) invalid and no refund will be provided in such case. You will not be allowed to participate in the event. 

Q. If I have opted for "with transport", which vehicle will be provided?

Ans. Transportation for this event is done via Bus/SUV/Jeep.

Q. Does the cancellation policy/rescheduling policy apply to me if I book on event day or last day?

Ans: Yes, the policy is applicable irrespective of the booking date. The cancellation / reschedule policy is applicable to everyone with immediate effect from the date and time of booking. The refunds/rescheduling requests will be processed based on the date and time of cancellation/reschedule request sent to us and the date and time of booking the event are irrelevant. 

Q. What is the basis of cancellation/reschedule policy in case of medical or personal emergency of participant or organizing team?

Ans: The cancellation policy is based on fairness towards the participant and the organizing team. In case of medical/personal emergency, the loss arising out of cancellation/reschedule will be borne by the respective person. i.e. if the organizing team faces an emergency situation and the event gets canceled, the participant will not have to suffer financial loss. Similarly, if the participant faces an emergency situation, the organizing team will not have to suffer financial loss. The cancellation policy is designed with a completely unbiased approach towards the participant and organizing team and is aimed at fairness towards both.

Q. What if there is an issue with transport, i.e. the bus breaks down, AC is not working, tyre gets punctured? will we get a refund?

 Ans. Mischief Treks as a team conducts treks/tours only. All the support functions like transport, food etc are sourced from various other vendors to help the participants have it streamlined. Equipment failure can happen any time with any piece of machinery and we can try to get a replacement/repair from the vendor. This may consume time and the trek/tour leader may decide to continue the event as deemed fit to get the event completed. We as well as the participants have to bare with it. There are no refunds possible in such case. The Trek/Tour leader's decision to terminate the event or continue the event with available resources will be final and binding. 

Q. How many people will be coming for Jog Waterfall Tour?

Ans. Depends on the number of people booking the event. Generally, the batch size is approximately 15-20 participants. 

Q. Is Jog Waterfall Tour safe for solo participants? 

Ans. Yes is safe and comfortable. Mostly 40% of the participants come solo and blend in with the leaders and the rest of the group.  

Q. Is Jog Waterfall Tour safe for girls? 

Ans. Mischief Treks has a track record of making our events extremely safe for girls. Normally 60 – 75 % of our participants are females.

Q. Can we pay in cash or installment?

Ans. Sorry we do not accept cash payments. There are no installment scheme.

Q. What is the last date of booking the event?

Ans. Bookings close once tickets are sold out. Ideally you need to book atleast 1 month advance. 

Q. How should I book Jog Waterfall Tour?

Ans. All you have to do is press the book now button on this page and follow the instructions.

Q. How do we get in touch after reaching meeting point? 

Ans. We will be creating a whatsapp group for coordination where you will be provided all the necessary information regarding contact person, exact point to meet etc..

Q. Will we be returning at exact time mentioned in the itinerary?

Ans. The Itinerary is for reference purpose only, it is based on average time taken during our previous events. Actual timeline for a particular date depends on Weather conditions, Traffic Conditions, Participants speed and endurance.