About Place: Ballalrayanadurga is a concealed fort on top of a dense forest in the Western Ghats which stands with shattered walls as a distant reminder of its past when it was built in 12th century by Hoysala Empire. Situated at the height of 5000 feet, the whole valley glitters with natural colors during sunsets and makes an ideal place for trekking and camping with mesmerizing views around. The immersed greenery attracts trekkers at all times of the year. Apart from its historical significance the Ballalarayana Durga fort is also famous as a trekking destination. The most frequented trek route is the one that starts at Mundaje and takes one to the Bandaje Arbi before proceeding to the ruined fort. The trek to the fort is a difficult one and presents quite a few challenges to the trekker.
Itinerary
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1
09:30 PM: Pick-up from BMC, Indiranagar
09:45 PM: Pick-up from New Shanthi Sagar Hotel, Domlur
10:00 PM: Pick up from Lifestyle, Magrath Road (Near Garuda Mall)
10:45 PM: Pick up from Yeshwantpur metro station
Day 2
06:30 AM Reach Homestay, Have to Freshen up & Breakfast
08:00 AM Start the trek from Sunkasale
Reach Ballarayana Durga Fort and trek towards Bandaje falls
Have packed lunch and spend some time at the waterfalls
Trek back to Homestay
04:30 PM Reach back to Homestay
08:00 PM Campfire Dinner & overnight Stay
Day 3
06:30 AM: Wake up - Freshen-up - Breakfast.
09:00 AM: Start back to Bangalore
11:00 AM: Visit Belur Temple & Have self-sponsored lunch on the way.
08:00 PM: Reach back to Bangalore.
Note: Drop points will be the same as pick-up points.
What is included in the tour
- Non A/C transport
- Accommodation in Homestay
- 2 Breakfast
- 1 Lunch
- 1 Dinner
- Coordinator/Guide
- Forest Permissions
- Basic First Aid support
