The Bandaje falls trek is moderately challenging. The trek distance is 6-6.5 kms from the start point, and it takes around 7-8 hours to reach Bandaje falls & return to the start point.
It would be best if you tried to start the trek in the early hours to witness the sunrise from the Ballalarayana Durga fort. The views from this point are majestic, especially during the monsoon months. One can divide the trek into two sections.
Start Point to Ballalarayana Durga Fort:
The trek distance from the start point to the fort is around 3KM and will take around 1.5 hours to reach. This section of the trek is through the dense forest and is a bit tiring compared to the 2nd section, as you gradually climb up till you reach the fort.
Ballalarayana Durga fort to Bandaje Falls:
The 2nd section of the trek is around 3.5 KM and will take approximately 2.5 hours to reach the Bandaje falls. This section of the hike is relatively easy. After the fort, most of the part is walking on grasslands and rolling hills, and you have to descend at the end to reach the waterfall snout.