Bandaje Arbi Waterfall & Ballalarayana Durga Trek
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- Difficulty - Moderate Hard
- For 18+ years
- Best Season - Summer (May, June, July) Monsoon (Aug, Sept, Oct)
Bandaje Arbi: Bandaje Arbi is a stunning waterfall located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. Known for its pristine beauty, the waterfall cascades from a height of about 200 feet, creating a picturesque and serene environment. The trek to Bandaje Arbi is an adventurous journey through dense forests, rolling hills, and scenic landscapes, making it a favorite among nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts.
Ballalarayana Durga: Ballalarayana Durga is a historic hill fort situated in the Western Ghats, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and hills. The trek to this fort is relatively moderate and takes you through lush greenery and diverse terrain. The fort itself, though in ruins, provides a glimpse into the region's rich history and the architectural style of ancient fortifications. The combination of natural beauty and historical significance makes this trek a unique and enriching experience.
Highlights
- Bandaje Arbi Waterfalls Trek
- Ballalarayana Durga
Day 0 - Friday Night Departure
Private Vehicle
Stay Not Applicable
Meals Not Applicable
- Start From Bangalore at 09:00 Pm
Day 1 - Saturday
Private Vehicle
Homestay
All Meals
- Reach Bandaje Arbi campsite, surrounded by the beautiful hillocks and lush greenery of the Western Ghats.
- Freshen up and have breakfast.
- Pack your lunch.
- Get ready for a 13-14 km trek amidst the Western Ghats.
- Enjoy the view of Ballalarayana Durga and Rani Jhari points while trekking.
- Reach base by 6:00 PM and head to the campsite.
- Savour the lavish local cuisine.
- Dance to some crazy tunes.
- Enjoy a bonfire to warm up from the chilling weather (If weather permits)
- sign off for the day in tents.
Day 2 - Sunday
Private Vehicle
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast
- Wake up early and freshen up.
- Have breakfast and check out from the campsite at around 9:00 AM.
- Take a dip in the milky, ice-cold waters of the lesser-known Kodige waterfalls.
- Visit Belur Temple.
- Have lunch on the way (self-sponsored).
- Head back to Bangalore, aiming to arrive by 11:00 PM (approximately).
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Inclusions
- Travel from Bangalore To Bandaje Arbi In Non AC sit-in coach Bus/TT
- 4 meals: 2 breakfasts (Day 1 & 2), 1 Lunch (Day 1), and 1 Dinner (Day 1)
- Accommodation in rooms or dormitories on multiple sharing basis or tents (separate for girls and boys)
- For couples, double-sharing tents can be arranged, if you can share your requirements prior to the trip.
- Local Guide and Outdoor trek leader from Adventure Buddha
- Entry charges of Trek
- Jeep Ride to Base Camp(To & Fro)
Exclusions
- Meals other than mentioned in the itinerary
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses
- 5 % GST
- Any kind of Insurances (health, life, accidental, medical, etc)
- Anything that is not included in the above list
Things to carry
- Water Bottle – a life Savior(2 liters)
- Trekking shoes or hiking boots(helps you walk on different terrain with much ease)
- Backpack to carry all the items you need
- Pull over or Sweaters
- You can carry energy food like( dry fruits, Chocolate bars, Glucose, Electrolyte, and flavoured milk)
- Trekking pants or trousers(make sure you take comfortable ones)
- Cap or a hat (to look like cool dudes )
- Power bank (optional)
- Camera ( optional)
- Sunscreen lotion, sun blocks, and lip balm( if getting tanned will scare you)
- Sunglasses ( optional)
- Extra cash for things that are not included in the list
- Raincoat
- Personal medicine if required
- Mosquito repellent cream
- Torch or headlamps
- Flip flops to roam around the campsite
- Towels & Blankets
- Toilet Kit ( Toothbrush, toothpaste, & shampoo)
- Carry at least one Id proof (Driving License, Voter Id or Aadhar card)
PICKUP LOCATIONS
Majestic
Rajaji Nagar ( Navarang Theatre)
Yeswanthpur (Govardhan Theatre)
Gorguntepalya opp to Taj Vivanta
Policy and more
- if cancellations are made 7 days before the actual trip date and if you want refund then 10 % of the amount paid would be charged as a cancellation fee.
- if cancellations are made 3 to 6 days before the actual trip date, 25 % of the amount paid would be charged as a cancellation fee.
- if cancellations are made 2 days before the actual trip date, 50 % of the amount paid would be charged as a cancellation fee.
- if cancellations are made 0 to 1 day before the actual trip date, 100 % of the amount paid would be charged as a cancellation fee.
- In case of any unforeseen situations like bad weather conditions, a political issue or government restrictions complete activity will be canceled and you will receive a full refund.
Terms and Conditions
- No alcohol & smoking during Treks & adventure activities.
- No Luxury. We assure awesome memories every trip, but not awesome facilities! We provide basic facilities in terms of food, travel & accommodation.
- The itinerary is fixed. No special requests to change itinerary/schedule are permitted
- Absolutely No littering during our travels. We swear to protect our environment.
- Co-operate with the organizer(s) in following the schedule set for the day (especially getting up and getting ready in the morning). This will ensure travelers won’t miss out on the real fun part – that is traveling.
- Every traveler is responsible for his/her for your own safety while traveling with Adventure Buddha. Don’t indulge in any illegal or silly activity that causes harm to you or fellow travelers.
- Unexpected situations: It may happen we do not cover all the places mentioned in the itinerary because of unpredictable reasons like bad weather, wild animal presence, abrupt blocking of sites by the police/forest department, delay in travel because of an issue with our group itself, traffic conditions, etc. In most cases, if the time permits, the organizer(s) will take travelers to an alternative place. But in some cases, we may have to skip a place altogether.
- Travelers are expected to respect each other and help each other. Avoid discussing sensitive matters like sex, politics, and religion/caste/race.
- Travellers / Trippers can pay 30 % of actual trip fee in Advance to confirm tickets (Which is Non Refundable)
- Using foul or abusive language, eve-teasing, arguing with fellow travelers/organizer(s), and/or involving in the physical assault will not be accepted and will stand a chance of being deserted by Adventure Buddha team.
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