Bandaje Falls Trek via Ballarayana Durga Fort

When water from the top of Bandaje Arbi will tip-toe to your feet and when your feet will find a way into the offbeat trails of Kudremukh mountain range to Ballalarayana Durga Fort, understand that you are doing something for your soul. From time immemorial, people have been going on treks in the Chikmagalur district. However, in truth, this is the one where the crowd has still not hit: Ballalarayana Durga Fort and Bandaje Arbi is the trek known for its untouched beauty and paradisiacal landscapes and for sure, it’s calling you.
Located in the Charmadi ghat section of the Western Ghats in the Belthangady taluk of Dakshina Kannada district, the trek has the most serene and pristine landmarks like Rani Jhari Falls, Ballarayanadurga Fort and Bandaje Arbi.
On a two-day adventure, you will push your limits, trek on a stunning trail, go to fun-filled Ermayi falls. Ermai is known for the beautiful surroundings it is set in, with gushing waters surrounded by full of flowers, posing for a picturesque photo. The trail to Ermai waterfall is no less either – full of lush greenery. The five-tiered falls create a pool that gives swimmers a real treat.
With all love, we invite you on a journey where you will feel alive and admire each bit of the trip. Check out the itinerary and join us on our next adventure.
Trip Highlights:

1. Trek to the offbeat Ballalarayana Durga Fort and Bandaje Arbi.
2. Visit the five-tiered Ermayi Waterfall. It is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region.

Brief Itinerary
Day 0

• Leave from Bangalore

Day 1

• Start the day early, Have breakfast
• Drive down to the start point of Bandaje Falls trek
• Trek to Bandaje Falls
• Lunch en-route
• Trek to Ballarayanadurga Fort
• Trek back to the base
• Reach homestay by 6:00 PM
• Rest for a while ( High tea and snacks )
• Bonfire and Dinner
• Retire for the night

Day 2

• Wake up at around 7:00 AM ( approx ), freshen up, breakfast
• Visit Ermayi Falls
• Reach Bangalore by 11 PM (approx)

INCLUSIONS:

• Accommodation in Homestay/Tents on multiple sharing basis ( separate for men & women )
• 2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, High Tea and Snacks
• To and fro Transport from Bangalore ( Non A/c pushback seat tempo traveller/ minibus )
• Jeep Ride to Bandaje Falls Trek Start Point Pickup and Drop)
• Karnataka Forest Department Entry Fees ( Rs 300/person)
• Waterfall Entry Permit ( Rs 50/person)
• Local Guide & Outdoor Leader from Plan The Unplanned
• Experience that you gain

Exclusions

• Any meals not included above
• Any kind of personal expenses
• Jeep ride unless exclusively mentioned
• Any kind of insurance (health, medical, life accidental, etc.)
• Anything not included above

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