Overview
Imagine yourself in the middle of dark jungles, finding routes, viewing valleys and crossing ghats, sound adventurous?? Yeah!!!! Youll be doing all this at Andharban The Dark forest Trek. This trek is majorly based on descending from the peak. It is one of the most stunning treks and there are lots of things to explore. You will be walking on the ridge that gives a scintillating view of the Kundalika Valley and the various mountain ranges of Tamhini ghat. While you're trekking, there will be coverage of evergreen forests which covers you with a relaxing shade in the first half of the trek (6-8 kms).
Walking Time (estimated): 05 hours one side trek through the deep forest.
Andharban trek, by its name, means a dark dense forest. It is a gradual descend trek, where you are already on height and you will descend till the end. It is one of the most beautiful treks and has lots of things to explore. We will be walking on a ridge offering an awesome view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira dam, and the mountain ranges of Tamhini ghat.
The same valley where is the origin of the Kundalika river famous for its white water river rafting.
Best time to visit Andharban:
- Andharban Trek is open all year round. However, monsoons are the best time to trek in these beautiful western Ghats when completely barren mountains turn into lush green lands. Consider planning this trek in the months of June-September when everything is so vibrant, fresh, and green. Trekking during post-monsoons is also a great idea as the Andharban forest remains dense, with added winter chills and mystical air.
Trek Details:
- Trek Location: Pimpri, Tamhini Ghat, Maharashtra
- Trek Difficulty Level: It is a moderate-level trek and requires good endurance. Having a prior trekking experience makes it easier. The only risky part of this trek is crossing water streams during monsoons as the river becomes turbulent.
- Trek Distance: 13 km trail
- Trek Altitude: 2160 feet
- Trek Type: Jungle / Valley Descend Trek
- Trek Duration: It roughly takes 6-7 hours to complete this trek, which includes a lunch break at Hirdi village
- Andharban Distance from Pune: 67 km
- Andharban Distance from Lonavala: 48 km
Why Bhatakna for Andharban Jungle Trek ?
- 10+ years experience in organizing Andharban Jungle Trek with all safety protocols.
- Served over 1000+ customers last year with amazing reviews.
- We provide delicious breakfast and lunch meals at a resort property.
- We provide one trek leader for every group of 10 people
- We will donate a partial amount of your fee to the forest department.
Who Should Attend Andharban Jungle Trek?
Best suited for groups, solo trekkers, corporates, couples, and families.
Discount Cost for Andharban Jungle Trek 2024
- Pune: 1449/-
- Base: 999/-
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1 Day
07 Jun, 08 Jun, 14 Jun, and more
Tamhini Ghat, Pimpri, Maharashtra
Highlights
What makes this tour special
- Hypnotic Kundalika Valley View
- Visit Tamhini Ghat
- Bhira Dam start point
- Walk through dense and dark jungle of Andharban
Itinerary
Andharban Jungle Trek Pune Detailed Itinerary
- Batch 1- Saturday 04:30 AM to Saturday 08:00 PM
- Batch 2- Sunday 04:30 AM to Sunday 08:00 PM
Day 1
- 04:30 AM: Novotel Hotel, Viman Nagar ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/ooiRmYvZeR8iL1ju5 )
- 05:00 AM: Report to The Trekleaders at Fergusson College Main Gate, FC Road (https://goo.gl/maps/53XNsyDPwcSVReZW9)
- 05:20 AM: Pick Up From Bremen Chowk- Shivneri Bus Stop, Aundh ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/jukaqsPdYZoHwsa89 )
- 05:30 AM: Pick Up From Wakad-Hinjewadi Flyover ( https://goo.gl/maps/8aTY1UsQmiSciTfR9?coh=178573&entry=tt )
- 05:40 AM: Pick Up From Hinjewadi Phase 1
- 05:50 AM: Pick Up From Hinjewadi Phase 3
- 07:30 AM: Reach Base Village and Have Breakfast
- 08:30 AM: Board the Buses to reach the Start Point of the Trek. (Asanwadi)
- 09:30 AM: Start Andharban Forest Trek Post Briefing and Instructions by trek leaders
- 12:00 PM: Reach Hirdi & Ghutke Village Junction and take a break
- 12:30 PM: Continue our trek towards Base Village - Pimpri
- 03:00 PM: Reach Pimpri Base village
- 03:30 PM: Get Freshen up and have Lunch (Veg Thali)
- 04:30 PM: Start return journey to Pune.
- 08:00 PM: Reach Pune. (Arrival time is subjective to traffic and weather condition
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Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't
What is included in the tour
- Private Bus Transportation (Pune to Pune)
- Breakfast & Tea
- Lunch ( Veg Thali Unlimited)
- Trek Leader Charges.
- Permit and Forest Entry Charges.
- Trek Expertise Charges.
- First Aid Charges.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any personal expenses such as mineral water, soft drinks etc
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above.
Things To Carry
(Highly Required and Mandatory Things)
- ID proof
- backpack (waterproof or covered with waterproof cover)
- trekking shoes or any sports shoes with a Good grip
- Trekking pants (compulsory), 2 T-Shirts (Preferably full sleeves or Half T-shirt with sleeves), Raincoat/ waterproof jacket/ windcheater, Handnapkin/Towel, etc
- Water 2-3 liters.
- Ready to eat food like plum cakes, Dry fruits, dry snacks and biscuits, Chikki, chocolate bars, etc.
- Torch
- Personal Medicines and Personal First aid
(Required but Optional Things)
- To change after trekking - Facewash, Extra pants/ shorts, Extra T-shirt, sleeper/ floaters, an extra bag to carry your trekking shoes, innerwear, etc
- Sweater For bus journey
- Electoral or Glucose D powder.
- Portable Phone Charger, Earphones, etc.
- Sun protection cap, sunglasses, Sunscreen lotion, toothbrush-toothpaste, etc
- Proper face mask or shield
- Sanitizer
- Extra Pair of clothes.
(Note: Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant, this will protect your body and skin from Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles, etc)
Additional Information
- There is no freshen up / washroom / Toilet facility on the Mountain only Available at the Base Village.
- Avoid carrying heavy weight for the trek.
- Floaters and Sandals are not allowed, please wear sports shoes or trekking shoes of good quality.
- If you are not feeling well or your Family already then kindly do not book the tickets.
Contact details:
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Disclaimer:
- The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.
Safety Measures
- Put clothes, money, camera, phone etc in polythenes while packing
- Use repellents to keep bugs away Make note of nearest railway station, bus stop, taxi stand etc.
- Do not stray away from your group during the trek Keep family & friends informed about your whereabouts
Cancellation Policy:
- 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
- 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
- No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date
- No show No Refund.
- Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
- Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.
Terms and conditions
- Rs.500 Advance payment is Non Refundable.
- If you are not feeling well already then kindly do not book the tickets.
- Seats are on the basis on 1st come - 1st serve basis. While returning also you have to sit on your initial Seat.
- Please carry a valid ID proof along with you.
- Tickets once booked cannot be exchanged
- Hiking / Trekking / Rock climbing is an adventurous activity and accidents can happen in spite of taking utmost caution and care. Bhatakna Tours & Travels are not responsible for any injury or damage occurring due to the event.
- Participants with any medical issues /history are not allowed to opt for this event. If he/she does so that it is done at the participant's risk. The management won't be responsible for any incident.
- Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
- Leaders’ decisions will be final and binding.
- Participants or Members are responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
- Team reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.
