Bandaje Falls Trek via Valambra Ujire

There are days when you look forward to going to college or to work, because you feel full of life and energy. And then there are days, when you are literally running on fumes and desperately need an out! 

When the second scenario happens, fret not. Come to Plan The Unplanned, where we will take you on an exhilarating trekking experience into a hidden gem of the Western Ghats. Here, you will walk through dense forests, listen to the gurgle of gushing streams and take in sights that look like picture postcards. 

But the highlight – the one point of the trek that will take your breath away has to be the Bandaje Falls. This 200-foot waterfall plunges into a gorge creating a mist that is magical and marvelous. The trek becomes trickier, but so much better after the monsoons, but should you go on a clear skies kind of day, you just might spot the mighty Arabian Sea. 

The charm of the Bandaje Falls trek lies in its combination of nature and adventure. There is the sheer beauty of nature to admire and then there is the adventure that awaits you. 

The tribe and the thrill of the trek are awaiting you! 

The hills are calling you – literally, because the Bandaje Falls trek itinerary includes not only the namesake waterfall, but also a trek that will challenge you. As you make your way through the greenery, you will spot clear blue skies and some crystal clear water bodies as well. Here is all that you will get to experience on this trek:

• Explore parts of the Western Ghats of Karnataka that you might never have ventured into
• A moderately challenging trek that can be trickier during the monsoons
• Experience the stunning Bandaje Falls and savour the mist that the cascade creates
• On clear days, spot the shimmering waters of the Arabian Sea
• Round up the day at a local homestay, with delicious meals and mingling with fellow trekkers
• Start day 2 with a hearty breakfast and then a visit to the scenic but lesser-known Ermayi Falls
• Head to Dharmasthala to gaze in wonder at the iconic Bahubali Monolithic Statue at Ratnagiri Hill

As you head back to Bangalore, your heart will be filled with memories that you will have made with the trek leader and other trekkers. And we have a feeling your head will be telling you to trek with us again!