Bandaje falls is formed by a tributary of Netravathi river and is located in a remote area of western ghats, which can be reached through trekking with the help of guides. Height of waterfalls is about 200 feet. The path to Bandaje falls from Rani Jhari goes through the thick evergreen forest which ends in grasslands Locally this falls is called as Bandaje Arbi, where Arbi means falls in Tulu language. the surroundings of this waterfall offers enthralling trekking route
There are no sections that are difficult to traverse on the Ballalarayana Durga – Bandaje falls trek. Since the entire trail is continuously rolling, a trekker must always anticipate and prepare for every eventuality.
Here are a few sections you must keep an eye out for while ascending and descending:
• Slippery Trail: The trail becomes more tricky during monsoon months as the mud and loose gravel become very slippery and great caution must be taken while traversing. Trekkers must be very careful with their choice of footwear and should check weather charts so as to avoid days with anticipated heavy rains.
• Grassland sections: Watch out for the steeper sections after Ballalarayana Durga fort. The grasslands are rolling and you descend down to the snout of the waterfall. You will also climb back up to the fort. Some of these sections include loose stones and gravel that can be tricky to navigate.
Use your trekking poles to support yourself and make sure you grip your feet firmly so as to not slip in this section.
• Rocky patch at the snout of the waterfall: The snout of the waterfall takes you to the very edge from where the water drops down for more than a 1000 ft. This is the most dangerous section of the trek. Exercise great caution here, especially during monsoons as the rocks are slippery.
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