Andharban Monsoon Jungle Trek: Exciting upcoming trip for adventure seekers

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Andharban, as the name suggests simply means a ‘Dark Dense Forest’. During monsoons, this trek is one of the most refreshing treks of the Sahyadri. It is the most beautiful attraction of the Sahyadri range which connects the Tamhini Ghat to the famous Konkan region.

Located at approximately 16 km from the well-known city of Pune, Andharban trek is the perfect place for every trekker who wishes to experience the pleasure of wandering deep jungles with enthralling views. Imagine walking through the nature trails deep into the jungle surrounded by sounds of the rustling of leaves, chirping of birds, buzzing of insects, and gushing waterfalls bubbling over the rocks. Blissful, isn’t it? Andharban – The Dark Forest Trek offers this all!

Since the Andharban trek is ideally taken during the monsoon season, you will be walking through the lush green grass and densely shaded cover of the forest. While walking through this jungle-covered in fog, you will witness amazing views of the Kundalika Valley, hear mesmerizing small and big streams of water and gushing waterfalls, cross these big water streams with the valley on one side, and view the waterfall on the other with this mysterious forest waiting to amaze you with surprises at every turn! Known as a backpacker’s paradise, you will find yourself walking on a ridge with an awesome view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira dam, and the various mountain ranges of Tamhini Ghat. Apart from stunning views of the valley, you will also encounter several unique flora and fauna, several species of birds such as the Jacobin cuckoo, the Malabar whistling thrush, dwarf kingfishers, and minivets indigenous to this place.

One can truly call it the heaven of the Sahyadri. It is a beautiful experience to embark upon an exhilarating Monsoon Trek to the Andharban forest and is a must-visit destination for all nature lovers. Trekking here during monsoons is all about hiking across delightful green hills, soaking in gorgeous waterfalls, and witnessing the massive fur of clouds right beside you!

The most interesting thing about the Andharban trek is that unlike most other treks in Sahyadris with painful ascents till your breath gives up, it is a gradual descend trek. The trek begins at an elevation of about 2100 feet and you will be descending the valley to reach Bhira dam with no difficult rocky patches coming your way.

It is quite bright when you start trekking. But as you descend further, soon you will find yourself walking in the shade of evergreen trees covering the trails and it starts getting dimmer. You will be walking in this dense dark forest for the first 6-7 km. This trail continues straight where you will be walking on the edges just beside Kundalika valley and with the mountain ranges to your right. There are 3 major river streams that you will encounter through your entire course of the trek, some of which might require a rope or human chain if the flow is heavy due to rains.

You will then reach a remote yet beautiful village named ‘Hirdi’. It is the only village that you will come across throughout your Andharban trek and you can arrange for food from locals here. You can stop for a refreshment break/lunch here before starting to descend towards the Konkan route to reach Bhira. This is the valley that is the origin of the Kundalika river, famous for its white-water river rafting and other adventure activities. The second half of the trek is roughly 4-5 km and you will reach the base village in no time while trekking on a flatter surface and enjoying scenic views of the backwaters of Bhira dam.

This trek is truly an experience of a lifetime!

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 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 Mumbai: 133 km
Andharban Distance from Pune: 67 km
Andharban Distance from Lonavala: 48 km

Why Trekhievers 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.

Batches

Mumbai

June: 23rd, 24th, 30th,
July: 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th 29th,
August: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 109th, 25th, 26th
September: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
October: 6th, 7th, 13rd, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th

Note: We need a minimum of 10 people to operate Friday batches, if not then it will be shifted to the Saturday batch.

Pune

June: 24th, 25th,
July: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
August: 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 26th, 27th
September: 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th
October: 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, 29th

Note: A minimum of 10 people are required to operate Saturday batches, if not then it will be shifted to the Sunday batch.

Event Fees

Mumbai: 1600/-
Pune: 1400/-
Base: 999/-
(Mumbai Pickup: Borivali, Malad, Goregaon, Andheri, Bandra, Sion, Chembur, Vashi, Nerul, Kharghar, Kalamboli McD)
(Pune Pickup: Starbucks FC Road, Wakad bridge)

Detailed Itinerary

MUMBAI

Batch 1- Friday 10:00 PM to Saturday 10:00 PM
Batch 2- Saturday 10:00 PM to Sunday 10:00 PM

Day 1

10:00 PM: Report to The Trekleadersat Borivali National park (https://goo.gl/maps/qvxmxjK8Tmn5JgScA)
10:05 PM: Samta nagar police station, Kandivali (https://goo.gl/maps/kRgGJ9XvYK3d8FWAA)
10:15 PM: Sufi Irani Cafe, Goregaon (https://goo.gl/maps/4ZTNqab65pKPDoNC9)
10:30 PM: Hanuman Road Bus Stop Andheri (https://goo.gl/maps/SWKWuGMXSWgajCsSA)
10:45 PM: Kalanagar Bust Stop, Bandra (https://goo.gl/maps/jGkGpBZrRto5gRTJ9)
11:00 PM: Neeta Volvo, Sion (https://goo.gl/maps/iidWMx1DKGybV9jC9)
11:10 PM: Mankhurd Vashi Link Road (https://goo.gl/maps/m6TtFVkCkHd6MdKr7)
11:30 PM: Vashi (under the bridge) (https://goo.gl/maps/3dpGHKPvf49FgJj6A)
11:45 PM: Nerul LP (https://goo.gl/maps/tpntbzeYVijHQieF7)
11:55 PM: Kharghar station (https://goo.gl/maps/y7hNW9wxMV7tByPr5)

Day 2

12:15 AM: Kalamboli McD (https://goo.gl/maps/F4bqaobJhjcPQ8zK9)
03:00 AM: Reach Base village and Have Complete rest in the bus
05:30 AM: Wake up call, get freshen up
06:00 AM: Have Breakfast
07:00 AM: Start Trek through Andharban Forest Post Briefing and Instructions by trek leaders
10:00 AM: Reach at Hirdi- Ghutke Village Junction and take a break
10:30 AM: Continue our trek towards Gutkhe Village.
01:00 PM: Reach Ghutke village, board the bus to the base village (Pimpri)
02:00 PM: Reach the base village (Start point of the trek) and Have Lunch (Veg Thali)
04:00 PM: Start return journey to Mumbai.
10:00 PM: Reach Mumbai. (Arrival time is subjective to traffic and weather conditions)

PUNE

Batch 1- Saturday 05:00 AM to Saturday 08:00 PM
Batch 2- Sunday 05:00 AM to Sunday 08:00 PM

Day 1

05:00 AM: Report to The Trekleaders at Fergusson College Main Gate (https://goo.gl/maps/53XNsyDPwcSVReZW9)
05:20 AM: Bremen Chowk, Shivneri Bus Stop
05:30 AM: Pickups from Wakad-Hinjewadi Flyover (Near Sukhwani Indian Oil Petrol Pump)
08:00 AM: Reach Base village and Have Breakfast
09:00 AM: Start Trek through Andharban Forest 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 Ghutke Village.
03:00 PM: Reach Ghutke village, board the bus to the base village
04:00 PM: Reach the base village (Start point of the trek) and Have Lunch (Veg Thali)
06:00 PM: Start return journey to Pune.
08:00 PM: Reach Pune. (Arrival time is subjective to traffic and weather conditions)

Inclusions:

Private Bus Transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai & Pune to Pune as per govt COVID guidelines
Breakfast & Tea
Lunch ( Veg Thali )
Trek Leader Charges.
Trek Expertise Charges.
Forest Entry Charges.
First Aid Charges.

Exclusions:

Travel till pickup points
5% GST on Booking Tickets
Any kind of personal expense like Mineral water/lime water/ Soft Drinks/ Extra snacks or meals that are not Mentioned in the inclusions, purchased for personal consumption
Any kind of cost which is not mentioned and included in the inclusion of this package.
All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
Any kind of Insurance

Reporting Point

Mumbai

10:00 PM: Borivali National park (https://goo.gl/maps/qvxmxjK8Tmn5JgScA)
10:05 PM: Samta nagar police station, Kandivali (https://goo.gl/maps/kRgGJ9XvYK3d8FWAA)
10:15 PM: Sufi Irani Cafe, Goregaon (https://goo.gl/maps/4ZTNqab65pKPDoNC9)
10:30 PM: Hanuman Road Bus Stop Andheri (https://goo.gl/maps/SWKWuGMXSWgajCsSA)
10:45 PM: Kalanagar Bust Stop, Bandra (https://goo.gl/maps/jGkGpBZrRto5gRTJ9)
11:00 PM: Neeta Volvo, Sion (https://goo.gl/maps/iidWMx1DKGybV9jC9)
11:10 PM: Mankhurd Vashi Link Road (https://goo.gl/maps/m6TtFVkCkHd6MdKr7)
11:30 PM: Vashi (under the bridge) (https://goo.gl/maps/3dpGHKPvf49FgJj6A)
11:45 PM: Nerul LP (https://goo.gl/maps/tpntbzeYVijHQieF7)
11:55 PM: Kharghar station (https://goo.gl/maps/y7hNW9wxMV7tByPr5)
12:15 AM: Kalamboli McD (https://goo.gl/maps/F4bqaobJhjcPQ8zK9)

Pune

05:00 AM: Furgussion College (https://goo.gl/maps/53XNsyDPwcSVReZW9)
05:20 AM: Bremen Chowk,
05:30 AM: Wakad bridge (https://goo.gl/maps/bwg9SECAAx7JRXPG9)

Return Arrival

10:00 PM at Borivali on Sunday.
08:00 PM at Furgussion College on Sunday.

Return time is subjective to the speed of the group, traffic in return, or any unwanted situation beyond our control and can be delayed. Please inform your family members accordingly.

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)

How to book?

Click here for more information and bookings. (Please deal directly with the organizers).

Things to do at Andharban Trek

Being one of the most stunning treks, there is a lot to do and experience on this trek.
There are beautiful waterfalls and streams which make for a great backdrop for photography
Enjoy the monsoons rains and witness the dense jungle turn into a magical wonderland
Jump into small water streams and swim in these natural swimming pools
Explore unique flora and fauna and look for several species of birds such as the Jacobin cuckoo, the Malabar whistling thrush, dwarf kingfishers, and minivets native to this place
Stay amidst nature and experience mental peace and bliss
Instagram lover? Love blogging? Captures photos and videos to show off to your friends and family!

Places to visit near Andharban

Tamhini attractions: You can explore the Tamhini waterfalls, Devkund waterfalls, Tamhini Ghat viewpoint, and Plus Valley trek just a few kilometers from Pimpri village.
River Rafting in Kundalika: 10-15 kilometers from Tamhini Ghat, you can enjoy the thrill of white water rafting in the Kundalika river. There are other adventure activities too in which you can keep yourself indulged.
Explore Lonavala: Between Lonavala and Pimpri, there are amazing places to explore like the Sudhagad lake, Bhushi dam, Takmak point, Shivling point, Ekole valley, Morgiri fort, Korigad fort, Anghai fort, Tung fort, Lohagad fort, Thanale caves, and much more! You can stay back for 2 days after your trek to get lost in the laps of nature, away from the city crowd.
Visit Lavasa: This planned city is about 2 hours from Pimpri where you can book your stay at high-end resorts. There are also activities like zip-lining, lakeshore kayaking, and jet skiing which you can try here. The Temghar dam is also a famous spot to visit.

How to Reach Andharban

By Road: The starting point of this trek is Pimpri village. It is around 140 km from Mumbai, 50 km from Lonavala, and from Pune to Andharban trek distance is 16 km. From any of these locations, one can either take a cab or board a bus to Pimpri village. Another option is to travel by your private vehicle, however, park at the base village at your own risk.
By Rail: There are many train options to reach Pune. If you are traveling from Mumbai then Deccan Express, Intercity, Indrayani, or Udyan Express are the best options. While coming from the South, board any train to Mumbai and get down at Pune.
By Flight: Book a flight to Pune or Mumbai if you are coming from any part of India and then take a cab to reach Pimpri

Covid Guidelines

Mask and maintaining social distance with others are mandatory throughout the trip.
Buses will be fully sanitized before use.
Carrying your own sanitizers, gloves, face shield and mask is compulsory.
Food will be freshly cooked and packed as per WHO guidelines.

Trekhievers Policies

Seats will be reserved only after Online booking with full payment.
Fees paid are non-refundable but transferable to another person for the same event.
The complete schedule of the trek will be given later to registered participants on the WhatsApp group
Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule of the event in case it is required due to and according to any technical, environmental circumstances like govt. rules and regulations, weather, etc
Organizers hold the right to cancel any event and refund with prior notice to the participants
We strictly follow a no alcohol, no drugs, and no litter policy.

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.

Contact details

Mukesh – 7208620046
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Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only. Interested readers must confirm all details with the organizers before making any plans or processing payments. Punenow News will not be responsible for any consequences arising out of booking or participating in the events mentioned in this article.

Andharban Monsoon Jungle Trek: Exciting upcoming trip for adventure seekers