Badimalika Culture Trek (15 Days)

Badimalika Culture Trek (15 Days)

Overview And Highlights

Trip Facts

Trip Type

Tea house / Camping

Grade

Moderate

Altitude

4,214 m

Transportation

Land

Group Size

1+

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

Badimalika Culture Trek is one of the newly opened trekking areas in Nepal, under the initiative of Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN). Badimalika Culture Trek is named after Badimalika Temple in the Bajura district of Far Western region of Nepal. The temple and the surrounding areas is one of the least visited trekking areas in Nepal. Nevertheless, it is an important center for religious, historical, cultural and natural attractions.

Badimalika Temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati. It is during the annual festival of Ganga Dashahara held in the temple during full moon in the month of August when pilgrims from Nepal and neighboring countries turn up in thousands to pray and worship.

The trekking area is also home to Khaptad National Park, one of Nepal’s smallest parks covering 225 sq. km. of rich, verdant forest. It is believed that an ascetic named Khaptad practiced yoga and spent his entire life meditating and discovering the spiritual and natural beauty of the place.

The forest here is a mix of tropical and alpine vegetation ranging from 1000m up to 4000m in elevation. As many as 150 species of wild grassland flowers and berries and over 200 species of herb plans unique to the Himalayas have been recorded in the area. Likewise over 266 species of resident and migratory birds and 20 mammals such as musk deer, black bears, barking deer, Himalayan large cats, langur monkey and many others are also found in the region. To the north, one can see impressive Saipal Himalayan Ranges including the highest Mt. Saipal (7169m).

The trekking route is open throughout the year except for snowfall in the winter. The maximum altitude climb along this route is 4200m. The trail is yet to be fully developed as it lacks lodges and guest houses, notice board, signs and other information. However local guides are available to offer you a rich and exhilarating guided tour.

The Badiimalika Trek starts with a bus drive from Kathmandu to Dhangadhi and further to Saafebagar in Achham. Or you can also opt for a direct flight to Nepalgunj and from there to Bajura airport.

Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition offers full board camping treks to Badimalika Culture. We have a team of experienced trekking guides to help you design an itinerary that suits your interest, time frame and budget.

Itinerary Expand All Close All

Food
Welcome dinner at Kathmandu.
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1400

Drive from Kathmandu-Dhandgadi-Dadeldhura (1745m.)

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3828

Trek from Dadeldhura-Sanphebagar-Jadanga (3828m.): 6.5 hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2263

Trek from Jadanga-Kordha-Budakordha (2263m.): 6hr approx

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3667

Trek from Budakordha-Sotapatan-Bhitachhina (3667m.): 7.5 hrs approx.

 

Day: Alternate Route

Day 03:Trek from Jadanga-Martadi-Campsite (2960m.) : 5 hrs approx.

Trek from Jadanga-Martadi-Campsite (2960m.) : 5 hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3667

Trek from Campsite-Satopatan-Bhitachhina (3667m.): 6hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4214

Trek from Tribeni-Badimalika Temple (4214m.): 5 hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2556

Trek from Badimalika-Dharmaghar-Dhalpuri Pokhari (2556m.): 6.5 hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2195

Trek from Dhalpuri Pokhari- Lamagada (2195m.): 2 hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1008

Trek from Lamagada-Natyeshwori-Muriya (1008m.): 5.5 hrs approx.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
884

Drive from Muriya-Mahendranagar (884m.)

Drive from Mahendranagar-Kathmandu

 

Day: Alternate Route

Alternate Route

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2480

Trek from Lamagada-Muriya-Bhansainkharka (2480m.): 6 hrs approx

Trek from Bhansainkharka-Laskechaur (2450m.): 5.5 hrs approx

Trek from Laskechaur-Khaptad

Excursion around Khaptad National Park

Elevation
1340

Trek from Khaptad-Bichapani camp-Silghadi (1340m.): 5 hrs approx

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
884

Drive from Silgadi-Mahendranagar (884m.)

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1400

Drive from Mahendranagar-Kathmandu

What Is Included ?

  • All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
  • Entrance permit for Khaptad National Park 
  • Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
  • Trekking guide 
  • Camping crews (Cook, Sherpa, kitchen helper)
  • Porters (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner) 
  • Accommodation in tents and some night in lodges 
  • Required equipments: Tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, cooking utensil and trekking poles
  • Cooking fuel 
  • Camping charges 
  • Land transportation: Kathmandu Dhangadi- Dadeldhura and Mahendranagar-Kathmandu by bus/jeep
  • Insurance and equipments for the guides and porters
  • First aid kit
  • Tax, VAT and our service charge
  • Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
  • Souvenirs (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.) 

What Is Excluded?

  • Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for involved staffs 
  • Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Badimalika Culture Trek (15 Days) Altitude Profile

Additional Information

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor.  Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking. 

General Items:
Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items:
Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff   

Sun-worn Items:
Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets:
Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),  

Liquid/Snacks:
Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials:
First Aid Kit 

Optional:
Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc 

Additional items for camping trek:
Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price. 

Client Reviews

JON MACHELL

United Kingdom

30th Jun, 2022

Thank you for the professional manner   Dear Sir, I feel compelled to write a short note on two accounts: Firstly we would like to say thank you for the professional manner in which you organized our trek. In the midst of so many companies demanding for our attention with financial concerns seemingly paramount, it was refreshing to walk into your office and receive sound, friendly advice without the hard sell ! Secondly we wish to convey our thanks to our excellent guide. Having i... See more nitially been in two minds as to whether a guide would be necessary for our relatively short walk, with retrospect we are extremely glad that you convinced us. My guide was of a great patience, honesty and integrity when I became sick on the second day his kindness and genuine concerns definitely inspired me to keep going. He went out of his way to ensure that we were comfortable, warm and well fed at all times and his knowledge of the route was second to none….Mr. Dahal …many thanks from both of us. We hope to book with you again in the future and have already recommended you without hesitation to our friends. Boswunney Church lane,Lelant Nist Ives, Cornwall UK TR 26 3hy See less...


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