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Badimalika Trek – A Hidden Himalayan Pilgrimage in Far-West Nepal ( Transported by four wheel drive jeep)
16 Days / Moderate Trekking
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The Badimalika Trek is a remote and culturally rich journey in Far-Western Nepal, leading to the sacred Badimalika Temple (4,200m), perched atop a beautiful high ridge. This off-the-beaten-path trek offers a blend of spiritual significance, unspoiled natural beauty, and authentic local culture.
The Badimalika Trek is a remote, culturally rich, and spiritually significant trek located in Bajura District of Karnali Province, in far-western Nepal. Named after the sacred Badimalika Temple (4,200 m), dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, this trek offers a unique blend of Himalayan landscapes, traditional hill culture, alpine meadows, and religious pilgrimage experiences.
Far from the popular trekking routes of Annapurna or Everest, Badimalika remains largely untouched by commercial tourism, making it a perfect choice for those seeking solitude, authenticity, and a deep connection to local life and spirituality.
This is a fully camping trek where trekkers will be sleeping in the tent/camp. We will have a team with guide, porters and cooks who will do all the arrangement of sleeping and eating as well. This trek literally provides a taste of 80s and 90s trekking experience where most of the trekking used to be camping and out of tea houses.
The Managing Director of Ramailo Gantabya Homestay and Trekking Pvt Ltd have personally visited and observed this trek from closely before organizing the trek.
16 Days / Moderate Trekking
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 m).
Day 2: Sightseeing / Explore Highlights of Kathmandu / Trek Preparation.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Butwal (152 m).
Day 4: Drive from Butwal to Surkhet (608 m).
Day 5: Drive from Surkhet to Martadi via Accham ( 1,554 m) .
Day 6: Trek from Martadi to Sota Patan (3,403 m ).
Day 7 : Trek from Sota Patan to Tribeni Patan (3,840 m).
Day 8: Trek from Tribeni Patan to Badimalika Temple (4,200 m) .
Day 9: Trek from Badimalika Temple to Bisnupani (2,200 m) .
Day 10 : Trek from Bisnupani to Kailashmandu via Natyeswori Temple (2,000 m).
Day 11 : Trek from Kailashmandu to Phedi then drive to Accham, Mangalsen (1,746 m).
Day 12 : Drive from Accham, Mangalsen to Surkhet (608 m).
Day 13: Drive from Surkhet to Rukumkot via West Rukum / Musikot (1,521 m).
Day 14: Drive from Rukumkot to Pokhara (850 m).
Day 15: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,350) .
Day 16: Departure from Nepal.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu. (1,350 m)
Welcome to beautiful country Nepal. After arrival in Kathmandu our team will pick you up from the airport, will great and transfer you to your hotel.you can take rest and enjoy welcome dinner featured by Nepalese cuisine.
Transport: Private car / Meal Plan : Welcome Dinner / Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 2 : Sightseeing / Explore Highlights of Kathmandu / Trek Preparation.
After breakfast we will pick you up to explore major highlights of the city which includes Bouddhanath, Durbar squares, Swambhunath etc. Today is also dedicated to finalizing permits and having briefing about the trip/trek. Our team will provide essential information about the route, safety guidelines, and equipment requirements.
Transport: Private car / Meal Plan : Breakfast / Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 3:: Drive from Kathmandu to Butwal (1,020 m) .
After breakfast, we will start driving from kathmandu. The drive from Kathmandu to Butwal is a scenic and moderately long journey that takes you from Nepal’s capital in the hills to a bustling city in the Terai plains. On our way we will see terraced farming, beautiful mountains and misty hills offering scenic glimpses along with flat lands of villages, riverbanks, and rugged hills.
Drive duration : 8-9 hrs / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner / Overnight: Hotel in Butwal.
Day 4: Drive from Butwal to Surkhet (608 m).
Traveling from Butwal to Surkhet offers a scenic and rewarding overland experience through Nepal’s diverse landscapes. Covering approximately 370 km, this route takes around 10–12 hours via the East-West (Mahendra) Highway and Ratna Highway, passing through towns like Bhalubang, Lamahi, and Kohalpur.
The journey starts in the fertile plains of Rupandehi and gradually ascends through forested hills and river valleys into the mid-western hub of Birendranagar, Surkhet — the gateway to Rara Lake, Jumla, and Karnali Province.
Drive Duration: 8-10 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Hotel in Surkhet
Day 5 : Drive from Surkhet to Martadi via Accham ( 1,554 m) .
The drive from Surkhet to Martadi (1,554 m), the administrative center of Bajura District, via Achham, is one of the most adventurous and scenic overland routes in far-western Nepal. This journey takes you through the rugged Karnali hills, remote villages, and forested highlands, offering a glimpse into the untouched beauty of Nepal’s western hills.
Drive Duration: 12-13 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Guest house in Martadi.
Day 6: Trek from Martadi to Sota Patan (3,403 m ).
After having breakfast in Martadi, We will begin our adventure from Martadi with gradual ascent through traditional highland villages and lush pine forests, eventually leading to the vast alpine grassland of Sota Patan. The word Patan refers to a open grassland where animals are grazed.
Trek Duration: 5-6 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Camp/Tent in Sota Patan.
Day 7 : Trek from Sota Patan to Tribeni Patan (3,840 m).
After breakfast under the beautiful open sky of Sota Patan, We will began our adventure towards most scenic and spiritually significant segments of the Badimalika trekking route. This section takes trekkers across open alpine meadows, locally called patan, with expansive views of snowcapped peaks, wildflower-filled pastures, and deep cultural and religious meaning. We can have stunning view from group of wild horses running on open terren grassland.
Tribeni Patan is considered sacred in Hindu tradition — “Tribeni” refers to the confluence of three rivers, and this area holds ritual importance as a key gathering site during the annual Badimalika Festival (Malika Mela).
Trek Duration: 5-6 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Camp/Tent in Triveni Patan.
Day 8 : Trek from Tribeni Patan to Badimalika Temple (4,200 m) .
After having breakfast, We will start our trek from Tribeni Patan to Badimalika Temple which is the final and most spiritually significant leg of the Badimalika Trek in Bajura District, Karnali Province. This segment leads pilgrims and trekkers to the revered Badimalika Temple, perched on a remote alpine ridge with sweeping views of western Himalayan peaks and rolling meadows below.
This sacred journey is both physically and spiritually uplifting, offering trekkers a true sense of pilgrimage amid pristine nature, clear mountain air, and profound silence. We will enjoy afternoon views.
Trek Duration: 3-4 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Camp/Tent in Badimalika .
Day 9 : Trek from Badimalika Temple to Bisnupani (2,200 m) .
After breakfast, Todays adventure to Bisnupani marks a beautiful descent from the alpine meadows of Bajura into the green mid-hills of Achham District. This segment is part of the broader Badimalika trekking route, linking the spiritual peak at Badimalika with lower hill settlements like Natyeswori and eventually Chainpur.
Bisnupani serves as an ideal overnight stop for trekkers, with terraced fields, small villages, and panoramic views of surrounding ridgelines. Bisnupani lies between Badimalika and Natyeswori Temple.
The trail blends spiritual significance, natural beauty, and rural charm, passing through seasonal pastures (patans), highland settlements, and lush forests before reaching the mid-hill cultural heartland.
Trek Duration: 5-6 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Camp/Tent in Bisnupani .
Day 10 : Trek from Bisnupani to Kailashmandu via Natyeswori Temple (2,000 m).
After breakfast, We will head towards Natyeswori Temple which offers a stunning transition from alpine ridges and meadows to mid-hill forests, villages, and culturally important shrines. This descent is part of the extended Badimalika pilgrimage circuit, linking two sacred sites: the high-altitude Shakti Peetha of Badimalika and the historic Natyeswori Bhagwati Temple near Chainpur, Achham.
Trek Duration: 6-7 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Teahouse in Kailashmandu
Day 11: Trek from Kailashmandu to Phedi then drive to Accham, Mangalsen (1,746 m).
Today will be the final day of the trek leads Kailashmandu to Phedi , gradually descending through traditional villages and terraced fields with trail along the Bheri River. This concluding walk marks the end of our incredible journey through the remote and culturally rich landscapes of Badimalika, Bajura. Once we are in Phedi, we will be picked up by private jeep and will drive to Mangelsen of Accham district.
Trek Duration: 2 hours / Drive Duration : 4-5 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Guesthouse in Accham.
Day 12 : Drive from Accham, Mangalsen to Surkhet (608 m).
Today we will drive from Mangalsen, the district headquarters of Achham, to Surkhet which is the capital of Karnali Province, offers a spectacular journey across rugged hills, river valleys, and rural settlements. This route connects remote far-western Nepal with its administrative and transportation hub, making it an essential corridor for both trekkers and local travelers.
Drive Duration: 7-8 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Guest house in Surkhet
Day 13: Drive from Surkhet to Rukumkot via West Rukum / Musikot (1,521 m).
After having breakfast, we will begin our journey by driving from Surkhet to Rukumkot via Musikot in West Rukum which takes us deep into Nepal’s rugged mid-western region, connecting the Karnali capital to one of the country’s most culturally and geographically diverse districts. This place is known for its unique history, terraced hills, and remote trailheads as well as it’s a place of 52 Lakes and 53 Hills.
Drive Duration: 8-9 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Guest house in Rukumkot
Day 14: Drive from Rukumkot to Pokhara (850 m).
After having breakfast in Rukumkot, we will start driving towards Pokhara via Baglung. We will stop at nice spots for photographs and videos. We can have Nepalese lunch at Burtibang, Baglung with locally prepared fresh water fish. In the afternoon we will reach Baglung bazaar and then drive to Pokhara. Enjoy your dinner at cosy Lakeside.
Drive Duration: 7-8 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Day 15: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,350) .
After Breakfast, we can have a short sightseeing around beautiful city of Pokhara. Today we will enjoy the scenic overland journey from Pokhara to Kathmandu, passing through lush valleys, terraced hillsides, and vibrant roadside towns. The drive takes approximately 6-7 hours, following the Prithvi Highway, with opportunities to admire the Trishuli River, Himalayan foothills, and rural life along the way. This road trip offers a relaxing end to your trekking adventure in western Nepal, leading you back to the cultural heart of the country—Kathmandu.
Enjoy your well-earned farewell dinner.
Drive Duration: 6-7 hours / Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 14 : DEPARTURE FROM KATHMANDU:
After a memorable trekking adventure in the Dolpa Region, we transfer you to the airport for your international flight home.
| Total Person | USD | Euro |
|---|---|---|
| 3 pax | 1909 | 1818 |
| 2 pax | 2219 | 2113 |
| Single pax | 3788 | 3608 |
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