At a distance of 93 Kms from Bangalore (via Kanakapura), Mekedatu is a narrow gorge formed on River Kaveri.

Mekedatu means goat's leap in Kannada. River Kaveri flows into a deep and narrow gorge, so narrow that a goat could leap over it and that is how it got its name. When reaching the gorge the river flows ferociously onto the rocks sculpting them into some amazing shapes. The river Kaveri flows through a deep ravine of just 5 meter wide, narrow enough for a goat to leap across.

The best time to visit the place is during October to December. Only few shops selling cool drinks and snacks are available at the place. Sangam, just 3 km before Mekedatu, is the confluence of Kaveri and Arakavathi where there is a temple dedicated to Sangameshwara.

A diversion is required after Kanakapura via Halahalli & Hegganuru towards Sangam to reach Mekedatu. Limited public transportation facilities from Kanakapura, preferably, take your own transportation.