- District
- Dakshina Kannada
- Base
- Mundaje
- Distance
- 14 km
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Altitude
- 1200 m
- Permit
- Required
Bandaje Falls Trek Overview
Bandaje Falls (or Bandaje Arbi) is a spectacular waterfall tucked away in the thick evergreen belts of the Western Ghats. Trekkers either climb intensely from the low-altitude Mundaje side or descend down from the Ballalarayana Durga ridge line.
The grueling approach from Mundaje forces you through thick tropical forest canopies, involving steep climbs over tree roots and rocks. The trail culminates right at the lip of the high waterfall, where the water plummets 200 feet down into a massive valley canyon.
Highlights
- Standing at the direct mouth of a 200ft fall
- Dense evergreen canopy hiking
- Stunning remote wilderness setting
Things to Carry
- Forest permit copy
- Photo identification
- Salt or anti-leech sprays
- Sufficient food supply
Permit Information
Permit: Required
Authority: Karnataka Forest Department
Booking: https://aranyavihaara.karnataka.gov.in
Notes: Forest guide check-in is strictly enforced for safety on the steep slopes.
Entry Fees and Timings
Adult fee: 400
Currency: INR
Reporting: 06:00 AM
Last entry: 09:00 AM
Guidelines
mandatory
Waterfall Lip Warning
Never attempt to step onto wet or mossy rocks right at the edge of the waterfall drop.
Safety Notes
high
Slip Danger at Waterfall
The wet rock edge is highly dangerous and fatal if care is neglected.
FAQs
Can we swim in the pool at the top?
There are minor stream pools slightly upstream from the drop where wading is safe.
Sources
- Karnataka Eco-Tourism Portal
Verified: permit_required, entry_fee_details · Retrieved 2026-07-19
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