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A Western Ghats trek in Chikmagalur that combines Ballalarayana Durga Fort with a route to Bandaje Falls. The trail passes through forests and grasslands, offering fort ruins and waterfall viewpoints, and is typically done as a long day trek or overnight outing from Bengaluru.
Altitude
1,493 m / 4,900 ft
Distance
6–7 km
Season
September to February
Trip Category
domestic
Base Location
Kalabhyraveshwara Temple
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Everything you need to know about Ballalarayana Durga Trek
Everything you need to know about Ballalarayana Durga Trek
The Ballalarayana Durga to Bandaje Falls route is about 6.5 km overall.
The trek is listed at around 7–8 hours for a return visit.
September to February is recommended for the trek.
The trail commonly starts near Kalabhyraveshwara Temple.
Pickups are listed from Team Parikrama and Yeshwanthpur Metro Station.
The trek’s highest altitude is around 1,493 m (4,900 ft).