- Length
- 9 days
- Highest point
- 4,200 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best months
- Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Starts
- Martadi, Bajura (fly Kathmandu–Dhangadhi, then drive)
- Group size
- 2–10 People
- Sleeping
- Tea House / Camp
A 9-day pilgrimage trek to the sacred Badimalika (Goddess Malika) temple at ~4,200 m on the Malika Patan meadows of far-west Bajura — alpine grasslands, Saipal panoramas, near-zero crowds.
- Pilgrimage to the sacred Badimalika (Goddess Malika) temple at ~4,200 m
- Rolling alpine meadows of Malika Patan high above Bajura
- Panoramas toward Saipal Himal and the far-west Api–Nampa peaks on clear days
- Authentic far-west Hindu hill culture, villages and homestays
- Near-zero foreign crowds — one of Nepal's least-walked Himalayan trails
- Open-area trek with no Restricted Area Permit required
- Janai Purnima pilgrimage atmosphere (August departures)
- Genuine wilderness camping in remote, untracked country
The climb, day by day
Day 1Fly Kathmandu–Dhangadhi, drive to Martadi (1,400 m)1,400 m
Morning flight from Kathmandu to Dhangadhi in the far-western Terai, then begin the long mountain drive toward Martadi, the Bajura district headquarters. Overnight en route or in Martadi depending on road conditions.
- Distance
- –
- Walking
- –
- Meals
- Dinner
- Night
- Lodge
Day 2Complete drive to Martadi (1,400 m)1,400 m
Continue the rough but scenic drive through far-west hill country to Martadi. Time to organise the trekking crew, supplies and final permits in this remote town before walking begins.
- Distance
- –
- Walking
- 4–6 hrs drive
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Lodge
Day 3Trek Martadi to Tate (2,300 m)2,300 m
The trek starts in earnest, climbing through terraced fields and traditional far-west villages to the settlement of Tate. First taste of local hill culture and warm village hospitality.
- Distance
- ~11 km
- Walking
- 5–6 hrs
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Homestay / Camp
Day 4Trek Tate to Dhalaune (3,100 m)3,100 m
Ascend through oak and rhododendron forest and high grazing pasture, gaining altitude steadily toward the herders' grounds at Dhalaune. Watch for the first distant ridgelines of the high Himalaya.
- Distance
- ~12 km
- Walking
- 5–6 hrs
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Camp
Day 5Trek Dhalaune to Triveni (3,700 m)3,700 m
A shorter but higher day to Triveni, the river confluence and last camp below the sacred meadow. The forest thins into open alpine country as you approach the Malika Patan grasslands.
- Distance
- ~10 km
- Walking
- 5–6 hrs
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Camp
Day 6Triveni to Badimalika temple (4,200 m) and back4,200 m
The highlight: a climb across the open Malika Patan meadow to the Badimalika temple at roughly 4,200 m. On clear days the panorama stretches to Saipal Himal and the far-west peaks. Time for the pilgrimage site before descending to camp at Triveni.
- Distance
- ~10 km round
- Walking
- 6–7 hrs
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Camp
Day 7Trek Triveni to Dhalaune / Tate (2,300 m)2,300 m
Retrace the route downhill, descending through meadow and forest back toward the villages. Long but easy underfoot as you lose altitude.
- Distance
- ~16 km
- Walking
- 6–7 hrs
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Homestay / Camp
Day 8Trek to Martadi, drive toward Dhangadhi (1,400 m)1,400 m
Final walk down to Martadi, then begin the drive back toward Dhangadhi. Overnight en route or in Dhangadhi depending on road and flight timing.
- Distance
- ~11 km + drive
- Walking
- 4–5 hrs + drive
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Night
- Lodge
Day 9Fly Dhangadhi–Kathmandu (1,400 m)1,400 m
Complete any remaining drive to Dhangadhi and fly back to Kathmandu, where the trip concludes. Onward connections or extra nights in the capital can be arranged.
- Distance
- –
- Walking
- –
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Night
- –
The price includes
- Kathmandu–Dhangadhi and Dhangadhi–Kathmandu domestic flights
- All ground transport (Dhangadhi–Martadi and return) by private/local vehicle
- Licensed, experienced English-speaking trekking guide
- Porters to carry main baggage
- All camping equipment (tents, kitchen, dining) where required
- All accommodation on trek (lodge / homestay / camp)
- All meals on trek (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- TIMS card and local area/municipality permits
- Guide and porter wages, insurance, meals and equipment
- All applicable government taxes and service charges
You pay separately
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Travel and high-altitude rescue insurance (mandatory)
- Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu (unless requested)
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Drinks, snacks, bottled water and personal expenses
- Tips for guide, porters and drivers
- Costs from flight delays, weather or road conditions beyond our control
- Anything not listed under Included
Hidden in the wild far west of Nepal, the Badimalika Trek is one of the country's most authentic and least-walked Himalayan journeys. The trail climbs to the revered Badimalika (Goddess Malika) temple at roughly 4,200 m, set high on the rolling alpine meadows of Malika Patan above the Bajura district. A major Hindu Shakti pilgrimage site — busiest during the Janai Purnima full moon in August — it sees a fraction of the foreign trekkers who crowd the Annapurna and Everest regions, offering a rare window into far-west Nepali mountain culture.
From Kathmandu you fly west to Dhangadhi, then take a long mountain drive to Martadi, the headquarters of remote Bajura. The trek proper winds up through terraced villages, oak and rhododendron forest and grazing pastures to Triveni and the Malika Patan meadow, where the temple commands sweeping views toward Saipal Himal and the Api–Nampa peaks on clear days. This is a moderate trek by altitude and gradient, but the long overland approach, basic teahouse-and-camp facilities and the high open meadow make it best suited to flexible, adventurous trekkers.
A genuine far-west pilgrimage
Expect simple lodges, homestays and camping rather than the polished teahouses of the central trails. Our crew carries camping support where lodges run out, and a licensed local guide handles the regional logistics that make this remote corner accessible. You will share the path mainly with Nepali pilgrims and herders.
Route and altitude note
Far-west routes vary by operator and season, and place names and altitudes along the Bajura approach are approximate where on-the-ground sources are thin. We confirm the exact daily plan, road conditions and overnight stops with our Martadi-based team before departure and adjust for weather, water and local festival timing.