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Badimalika Trek - An Escapade in the Grassland, takes you to the far-western region, a grassland with a stunning view of Api and Saipal Himal, Badimalika Temple; more religious by heart and natural by sight.
Badimalika Trek - An Escapade in the Grassland, takes you to the far-western region, a grassland with a stunning view of Api and Saipal Himal, Badimalika Temple; more religious by heart and natural by sight.
Badimalika Trek - An Escapade in the Grassland, is an outstanding trail of the far-western region of Nepal; with panoramic views of Api and Saipal Himal. Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland trail is identified and explored by the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) under the leadership of Tilak Thapa Magar, joint treasurer of TAAN.
Offering some of the best natural landscapes, the trail of Khaptad valley where you can get a great chance to explore, Khaptad National Park was established in 1984. The major attraction of the trail is the temple of Badimalika which is situated on top of a hillock (4,200 meters) in Triveni municipality of Bajura district.
The Nepalis festival, Janai Purnima, captures the main attention of tourists in this region in August. In the Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland you will get to explore rare wildlife like musk deer, barking deer, leopard, bear, etc.
Along with 270 species of beautiful birds in the dense subtropical forests of bamboo on the way to Badimalika temple. Thousands of people from different parts of the country as well as devotees from the neighboring countries- India visit the temple on this auspicious day.
Bajura is rich in terms of the culture and tradition of local people where you can see dance performances such as Deuda, Hudkeuli, Bhuwo, and Thadi among others.
Badimalika Trek
Welcome to Nepal ! well, upon your arrival in airport , a representative from Himalayan Connection will greet you and take to the hotel. After having some rest you’ll join to team meet – up and pre-trip discussion of Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland . where you will meet your trek guide / leader before trip start . at evening Himalayan Connection will organize welcome dinner with delicious Nepali cuisine and cultural show .
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp : Thamel Kathmandu
Altitude : 1400m. / 4592 ft
Time:
Meals : breakfast
Accommodation : 3 star hotel
Main Attractions: world heritage sites( Pasupathnath temple, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath stupa, Newari culture and historical durbar squares (Kathmandu , Bhaktapur and Patan ) etc.
Be ready for Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1-hour flight
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
From Dhangadhi, a drive of around 4 hours via the Godavari will take you to Dadeldhura (2000 meters). Dadeldhura is known for its unique culture and tradition. The famous Ugratara temple and historical places like Amargadhi Fort and Alital are the major tourist attractions in Dadeldhura. The place offers breathtaking views of Api and Saipal mountains as well as surrounding hills. Don’t forget to taste Dadeldhura’s typical dessert – Kheer (rice pudding). Accommodation is in the hotel.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
After breakfast, you begin a four-hour drive to Sanfe of Achham. Sanfe is a beautiful town with good hotels and restaurants. Two roads start from here – one to Martdai of Bajura and the other to Mangalsen – the district headquarters of Achham. After lunch, you take the first road which passes along the Budhi Gandaki River. A drive of around three hours will take you to Jadanga. Jadanga is a small village with few teahouses and a health post. Accommodation is in teahouse.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1-hour flight
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions: 3 hours walk
The trek begins today. After having breakfast, you start walking through beautiful landscapes. The walk is mostly uphill. A hike of around three hours will take you to a small village called Krodh. You can prepare lunch here or order food at local teahouses. Krodh is a beautiful place with attractive landscapes, waterfalls, green forests and murmuring streams. The place is home to different species of flora and fauna. Budha Krodh (2,700 meters), our accommodation for the day, is the last settlement in the trek. You can only see buffalo sheds on this trail beyond Budha Krodh.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
After breakfast, you resume your walk through dense forest. You will see the first buffalo shed after a walk of around three hours. This is the perfect place for lunch. You can buy buffalo milk and curd from local herders. After lunch, the trail climbs up reaching the altitude of 3,800 meters. Trekkers are prone to high altitude sickness at this height. They are advised to climb slowly so as to adapt to and drink plenty of liquid to prevent altitude sickness. From here, the trail passes through big grasslands brightened with colorful flowers. A walk of around three hours after lunch will take you to a place named ‘Bhito’ for night’s halt. Accommodation is in tented camp.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
The uphill walk starts after breakfast. You can see big grasslands, waterfalls and murmuring streams on the way. After a walk of around five hours, you reach Triveni (3870m) – your destination for the day. Triveni is a place of great religious significance. This small place is cramped with around 1,500 tents during major festivals like Janai Poornima. People take holy bath in the nearby rivers early in the morning and walk toward the Badimalika temple. Accommodation in a tent.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
You can see people taking a holy bath in the morning as you wake up. People believe that a holy dip in Triveni will help them get rid of sins. Some even pay homage to their forefathers at this place because of the belief that it will open the gateway to heaven for the departed souls. A walk for about an hour from Triveni will take you to a place called Khetibeti from where the Badimalika hill can be seen. Here you can see plant resembling paddy growing naturally. According to myths, birds sow seeds of these plants. People believe that the plant brings good luck to whoever gets it. Accommodation is in a tent.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
A beautiful morning greets you in Triveni. You can catch breathtaking views of surrounding areas by climbing up nearby hills. As there are no tea houses in the area, you will have to carry packed lunch. You can see beautiful plants and wildflowers along the trail to Badimalika. Locals believe that the fragrance of these flowers creates headache and vomiting. The temple of Lodibinayak falls on the way where pilgrims offer worship to Lord Ganesh. The place offers beautiful views of Badimalika temple as well as Triveni far below. Accommodation is in a tent.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
Rise early if you want to enjoy the view of Api and Saipal mountains glittering in the morning sun. The view of sunrise and widespread grasslands below cannot be described in words. Standing above the clouds atop the Badimalika hill, one feels like standing at the highest point on earth. Pilgrims have a strong belief that Goddess Badimalika fulfills all their wishes. After lunch, you start descending toward ‘Dhawalpur Lake’. As the trail is steep, it can be nerve-racking for some travelers. But once you reach Dhawalpur Lake, you feel rejuvenated. It is a beautiful place to spend your night.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
Dhawalpur Lake is a very beautiful lake located amidst a dense forest. Situated at an altitude of 2556 meters, the lake is spread over 500 sq meters. A walk of about three hours from Dhawalpur Lake will take you to the famous Natyashwori temple. The temple wears a festive look during Janai Purnima festival, drawing people from far and wide. It is believed that one must visit Natyashwori temple after visiting Badimalika. People can be seen performing ‘Deuda’ – a cultural dance popular in the far-western region — on the temple premises. A walk of about half an hour from Natyashwori will take you to Lamagadh for lunch. One can enjoy beautiful views of different landmarks in Bajura from Lamagadh. Accommodation is on home-stay in Lamagadh – the first homestay facility in Bajura.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
After breakfast, you begin your journey toward Mourya. On the way, you can see the confluence of Budhiganga and Malagadh rivers. The place is a popular stopover for visitors because of its natural beauty. After lunch in Mourya, we head toward Silgadhi – the district headquarters of Doti.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
While in Silgadhi, travelers must visit the famous Shaileshwori Temple which is highly revered by Hindus. As Silgadhi is located at a high altitude, it offers a splendid view of Dipayal valley which lies at a drive of about half an hour from Silgadhi. The beautiful Seti River, which flows through the Dipayal Valley, has enhanced the beauty of this place. After breakfast at Silgadhi, you head toward Dadeldhura for lunch and then to Mahendranagar for the night. Mahendranagar has quality hotels where one can unwind after the exhausting journey.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Camp: Dhangadhi
Altitude: 109m
Time: 1 hour flight
Meals : Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation : Tourist standard hotel
Main Attractions:
Shuklaphanta National Park is the next destination in your journey. After breakfast, you head toward the national park where you can see the largest herd of swamp deer locally known as Barasinga. You can also catch the sight of blackbucks and other species of deer. After the visit to the national park, you travel toward the Mahakali River to see the longest suspension bridge in Nepal. The bridge links Chandani and Dodhara villages to Nepal. Now is the time to head toward Dhangadhi from where you catch the flight to Kathmandu.
Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland.
Your new adventure experience in Nepal ( Badimalika Trek – An Escapade in the Grassland ) is end today . A representative from Himalayan connections will take you to the airport , 3 hrs. before your flight scheduled. we wish you a safe journey to your home and hope to see you soon for next adventure.
Yes, our airport representative will be there to greet you at the airport. S/he will be displaying our company signboard outside the airport terminal. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in our tourist vehicle.
YES, you can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 30 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 and 125 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos).
Why it’s best to have a GUIDE when trekking in Nepal….
1) To really get to KNOW the beautiful country of Nepal. A licensed trekking guide will enhance your knowledge and appreciation of culture, flora and fauna and animals, mountaineering, and the peaks of Nepal. A guide can add so much depth and richness to your trek experience.
2) Safety. No one knows the details that will keep you safe like a trained trekking guide. Changes in the weather, changes in trail conditions, awareness of any political/social situations that could endanger you (for example, when we trekked in 2003, there was political unrest going on in certain areas; our guide knew where to go and where to avoid!)
3) Peace of mind and an uncomplicated travel experience. It takes a lot of mental energy to figure out bus timetables, to wonder about prices and bargaining, and to arrange to lodge when trails are crowded. We “could” have handled these details (we’re experienced travelers), but going out with a licensed trekking guide was the best decision and worth every dollar. Our guide kept us enchanted and informed about each peak and valley we were seeing, and he called ahead each day to confirm lodging. He gave advice that probably saved us much misery, such as “only order dishes with meat during our 1st or 2nd day of the trek...after that, it’s best to stick to egg and vegetarian options because meats have been carried in greater distances, stored for longer times, and there is the possibility of food poisoning”. Our guide kept current of weather forecasts and trail conditions and was able to make necessary modifications of which we would have been unaware.
4) The opportunity to form a friendship with a Nepali national. Trekking clients will have differing expectations of socializing, but in our case, we greatly enjoyed getting to know our guide, sharing meals, learning about Nepali life and culture through his eyes, enjoying laughs and after-dinner card games, and truly feeling like we were a group of “3 travelers + guide = 4”.
In conclusion, if you do not hire a trekking guide, it is possible to save a little money. But, my strong recommendation is that you trek with a GUIDE when exploring the amazing mountains of Nepal. Twice we have trekked Nepal, and twice we have had a guide….and we never regretted the decision for a moment.
~Becky Johnson
April 2019 - Mardi Himal Trek
(Guide: Sujan Pandey, Founder & Lead Guide of the company “Himalayan Connection”)
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