Bandaje waterfall Trek
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🌊 Bandaje Falls is a breathtaking two-tiered waterfall 💦 cascading from around 200 feet ⛰️. Nestled in the lush greenery of the Western Ghats 🌿🌲, it's the crown jewel of the trek 🏞️✨.
🥾 The trek takes you through dense forests 🌳🦜 filled with rich biodiversity 🐾🌼 and opens up into vast grasslands 🌾 with stunning views of the surrounding mountains 🏔️⛅ — a true treat for nature lovers 🍃 and adventure seekers! 🌟💚.
Highlights
🥾 Trek Overview
📍 Start Point: Sunkasale / Durgadahalli
🏯 Route: Ballalarayana Durga Fort → Rani Jhari 🌄 → Bandaje Falls
📏 Distance: ~12–15 km round trip
⏱️ Duration: 6–8 hours
⚡ Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
📅 Best Time: Oct – Feb (Post-monsoon) 🌤️🍃
🌟 Highlights
🏯 Ballalarayana Durga Fort – Ruins with a view
🌄 Rani Jhari Viewpoint – Epic landscapes and clouds
🌊 Bandaje Falls – Breathtaking waterfall in the wild
🦜🌺 Flora & Fauna – Birds, plants & lush forests.
Who should attend?
🥾 Beginner to Intermediate Trekkers – Moderate difficulty makes it suitable for those with basic fitness.
🌿 Nature Lovers – Ideal for those who enjoy forests, grasslands, and wildlife.
🧘 Peace Seekers – Perfect for people looking to disconnect and find solitude in nature.
📸 Photographers – Great landscapes, misty hills, and rich biodiversity.
👫 Adventure Enthusiasts – Offers offbeat trails and raw trekking experience.
🌧️ Monsoon Chasers – Amazing during rains for lush greenery and active streams.
Day 0 - Departure From Bengalore to Bandaje Falls
Bus (TT (NON AC))
Stay Not Applicable
Meals Not Applicable
Day 0 – Departure from Bangalore
🕘 8:30 PM – Depart from Bangalore via tempo traveler or bus
🎒 Pack essentials (jacket, snacks, water, power bank, etc.)
💤 Overnight journey – (Dinner Is not included )
Day 1 - Start trek To Bandaje Falls
Bus (TT (Non Ac))
Homestay
All Meals (Veg Food)
🌤️ Day 1 – Base to Peak to Camp
📍Early Morning (~7 AM): Arrive at the Homestay (near Samse or Horanadu )
🚿 Freshen up and have a light breakfast 🍽️
Get ready for local for Sightseeing
🌉Vasista Theertha
A short walk to this stunning hanging bridge 🌉, nestled in nature’s embrace 🌿 — an ideal spot for a peaceful moment.
The gentle sway of the bridge, the cool breeze 🍃, and the stunning views made it an unforgettable experience. ✨🌳
🌊 Visit Soorumane Waterfalls
🏞️ Head out to Soorumane Falls – a hidden gem surrounded by lush greenery
📸 Explore, relax, click some beautiful photos
🍃 Scenic Tea Estate Break
🛻 Depart towards Kelaguru
🍵 Stop at a scenic tea estate for a refreshing tea break
🌿 Enjoy the views of rolling green hills and tea plantations
🌿 Enjoy the views of rolling green hills and tea plantations
Day 2 - Base to Peak to Camp
Bus
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast, Lunch
🌄 Bandaje Falls Trek Adventure!
🕗 8:00 AM – Power Up!
🍳 Fuel up with a wholesome breakfast before the big adventure! ☕🍽️🍌
🕘 9:00 AM – Get Trek-Ready
🛂 Head to the trail starting point at Bandaje village — local guide check-in and permits. 🗺️🎫
🕤 9:30 AM – Trek Begins!
🥾 Embark on an epic journey to Bandaje Falls & Ballalarayana Durga Fort 🏞️
🔍 Trail Highlights
🌿 Begin with a forest trail — shaded, serene, and alive with birdsong 🎶🌳
🌾 Ascend through open grasslands with sweeping views of the Western Ghats ⛰️
🏰 En route: explore the ruins of Ballalarayana Durga Fort — a slice of history in the clouds 🏯
💧 Final stretch leads to Bandaje Falls — cascading from 200 ft, it's a sight to behold! 🌊😍
🕐 1:00 PM – Waterfall Bliss
🙌 Reach Bandaje Falls — chill by the edge, soak your feet, or just breathe it all in 💧🍃
🍱 Time for a well-earned packed lunch with a view! 🥪🍫🍎
🕑 2:00 PM – Descent Begins
📸 Capture those last golden moments and begin your way back down 🚶♀️📷
🕟 4:30 PM – Home Base Return
🏡 Arrive back at your homestay or basecamp. Freshen up and recharge! 🚿😌
🕔 5:00 PM – Back to Bengaluru
🚌 Begin your scenic drive back with tired legs but full hearts 💚🛣️
Meet your host
Sahyadri Sanchara
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Founded by two college friends with a shared passion for adventure and the great outdoors, our trekking venture was born out of a desire to explore nature’s untouched beauty and inspire others to do the same. With a deep love for hiking and discovery, we aim to create unforgettable trekking experiences that connect people with nature’s wonders, fostering a spirit of exploration and adventure for all
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Inclusions
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🚐 Transfers: Bangalore to Bangalore (Non A/C)
🛂 Forest Permits with Trek Leads
🧭 Local Guides + All Necessary Equipment 🎒🪢
🍳 Meals: 2 Breakfasts 🍽️, 1 Lunch 🥗, 1 Dinner 🍲
Exclusions
💸 Personal Expenses
❌ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Things to carry
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💊 Personal Medication (if any)
🎒 Strong Backpack (preferably waterproof)
👕 Fresh clothes for 2 days
🍱 Empty Lunch Box
🧴 Toiletries
💧 Water bottles (at least 2 liters)
🔦 Torch with new batteries (must-have for emergencies)
🍫 Energy Food: chocolate bars, flavored milk, electrolyte drinks (glucose, etc.)
🕶️ Sunglasses & 🧴 Sunscreen
📸 Camera (optional)
🌧️ Raincoat (highly recommended)
🥾 Trekking Shoes (highly recommended)
PICKUP LOCATIONS
KSR Bengaluru Station-Majestic
Policy and more
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🗓️ 0-15 Days Before Start Date:
❌ No refund
💰 100% tour cost charged as cancellation fees
🗓️ 15-30 Days Before Start Date:
⚠️ 50% of tour cost charged as cancellation fees
💳 Once refund is initiated, it will be credited to your account within 5-7 working days ⏳💸
Terms and Conditions
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💰 Advance payment is non-refundable regardless of circumstances.
🧾 Full trip payment must be settled before the trip starts; otherwise, trip cancellation may occur.
🆔 Valid government ID is mandatory for boarding. Boarding without ID ❌ not permitted.
✍️ Name changes on bookings are not allowed — only confirmed individuals can travel.
🚫 Unused inclusions will not be refunded.
🎒 Travelers are responsible for their belongings. Management isn’t liable for lost items.
⏰ Departure time is fixed. Be at pickup point 30 minutes early and inform Trip Coordinator(s).
🚭🍹 For health & safety, no drinking or smoking allowed during the journey.
⚠️ Sahyadri Sanchara is not responsible for delays or changes caused by:
🌧️ Weather, 🛠️ machinery breakdowns, 🌋 natural hazards, 🚧 landslides, 🏛️ political closures, or other unforeseen incidents.
🔄 Itinerary changes may happen due to weather, road conditions, or participants’ physical health. Safety, comfort, and well-being come first! 🙌
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