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Andharban Forest Trek

Andharban Forest Trek

Pune, Maharashtra, India
4.3 (22)
2D/1N

Andharban Forest Trek Highlights

  • A trek especially designed for the monsoons!
  • A splendid weekend getaway from Mumbai & Pune!
  • Ideal for first-timers as well as veteran trekkers!

Andharban Forest Trek Overview

Andharban, as the title implies, is a forest characterized by its dark and dense nature. In the rainy season, this trek becomes an incredibly rejuvenating experience in the Sahyadri region. It stands as the most captivating feature of the Sahyadri range, serving as a connecting path between Tamhini Ghat and the renowned Konkan region.

 

Andharban Jungle Trek Quick Facts: 

➔ Start and End points of the trek- Pimpri to Pimpri

➔ Altitude - 2160 ft

➔ Duration- 2D/1N

➔ Andharban Jungle Trek distance- 13 km

➔ Difficulty Level- Easy to Moderate 

➔ Temperature-  During monsoon weather is 16° to 24° C. Summer temperature Night is 20°C and Day 39°C.

➔ Best time to do Andharban Jungle Trek - During peak Monsoon 

➔ Nearest Railway station-  Khopoli railway station 

➔ Nearest Airport- Pune Airport

 

Inclusions

  • Transportation from Pune to Pune
  • Meals: Breakfast,Lunch(Thali) & Tea - Vegetarian Nutritious Food
  • Professional Trek Leader and Support Team for the entirety of the trek
  • Forest Entry Charges
  • Basic First Aid
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Itinerary For Andharban Forest Trek

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Day 1 - Pickup From Mumbai

Mumbai

  • Meet at Borivali National Park and join the Trekleaders at 10:00 PM.
  • At 10:05 PM gather at Samta Nagar Kandivali.
  • By 10:50 PM Visit the Sufi Irani cafe in Goregaon.
  • Then by 10:30 PM Meet at Hanuman Road Bus Stop, Andheri.
  • By 10:45 PM Gather at Kalanagar Bus stop, Bandra.
  • At 11:00 PM Meet at Neeta Volvo, Sion.
  • By 11:00 PM Gather at Ghatkopar, Mankhurd, Link Road.
  • At 11:30 PM Meet Under the Bridge in Vashi.
  • By 11:45 PM Gather at Nerul LP.
  • 11:55 PM Meet at Kharghar Station.
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Day 2 - Explore the Andharban

Mumbai

  • 12:15 AM: Meet at Kalamboli McD.
  • 03:00 AM: Arrive at the base village and rest on the bus.
  • 05:30 AM: Wake up and freshen up.
  • 06:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast.
  • 07:00 AM: Start the trek through Andharban Forest after receiving briefing and instructions from trek leaders.
  • 10:00 AM: Reach the Hirdi-Ghutke Village Junction and take a break.
  • 10:30 AM: Continue the trek towards Ghutke Village.
  • 01:00 PM: Arrive at Ghutke Village and board the bus to the base village (Pimpri).
  • 02:00 PM: Reach the base village (start point of the trek) and have a vegetarian thali lunch.
  • 04:00 PM: Begin the return journey to Mumbai.
  • 10:00 PM: Arrive in Mumbai (arrival time depends on traffic and weather conditions).
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Day 1 - Pune Itinerary

Pune

Itinerary From Pune

  • 05:00 AM: Meet at the main gate of Fergusson College for The Trekleaders.
  • 05:20 AM: Gather at Bremen Chowk, Shivneri Bus Stop.
  • 05:30 AM: Pickups from Wakad-Hinjewadi Flyover near Sukhwani Indian Oil Petrol Pump.
  • 08:00 AM: Arrive at the base village and have breakfast.
  • 09:00 AM: Start the trek through Andharban Forest after receiving briefing and instructions from trek leaders.
  • 12:00 PM: Reach the Hirdi & Ghutke Village Junction and take a break.
  • 12:30 PM: Continue the trek towards Ghutke Village.
  • 03:00 PM: Arrive at Ghutke Village and board the bus to the base village.
  • 04:00 PM: Reach the base village (start point of the trek) and have a vegetarian thali lunch.
  • 06:00 PM: Begin the return journey to Pune.
  • 08:00 PM: Arrive in Pune (arrival time depends on traffic and weather conditions).
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Things to Carry

Water bottle
Backpack
Medical kit
ID Proof
Essential toiletries
Lip balm
Led torch (with extra batteries)
Sunscreen
UV Protected Sunglasses (Advisable)
Caps

Location Details about Andharban Forest Trek

Starting Point

Pimpri village

End Point

Pimpri village

Andharban Forest Trek Reviews

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Chandan Gill

Excellent

The trekking trail was beautiful with mesmerizing views and lush green forest. A must experience to do in the monsoon season.

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Divya

Excellent

Great experience and awesome scenery at the plateau. Even the dinner hosted by the local family was amazing.

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Shubhra

Excellent

For a long time, I was planning to go for a trek but could not find the time. this independence day I just booked a trek to andharban trough this app. the place is wonderful I would say this is the best trek if you are a beginner. Going through the dense forest through Giant waterfalls and breathtaking scenery.

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Vinit

Excellent

This was my first trek in Andharban Forest Trek. The trek matched the itinerary as mentioned above, except that our return was delayed by an hour. The trek crew was knowledgeable and helpful. They knew the area well and came in well-prepared. The food and snacks provided were good. Overall, the experience was amazing and I will go again.

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Vimal Agarwal

Wonderful Experience

I am really thankful to My friend for his suggestion as this trek was by far the most adventurous and fun trekking. I am not much of a trekking guy but this trek has definitely made me one now. We were picked up from the mentioned location and it was on time. We were 6 people who went on this trek. The beauty of this place just can’t be described in a few words. We also made some new friends on this trek. Andharban can be best described as a heaven on earth

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Mohana Arora

Excellent

One of the best trekking adventures so far. It was very well organized must say. From our pick-up to the whole trek, we had the best times of our life. We met a few other people who were very friendly as well. We started our trek through the scenic beauty of the grounds. Trust me guys it was really beautiful. Most of the parts were dense jungle throughout our trek.

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Kanti Varrier

Excellent

I was looking for an adventurous trip this time when I visited Pune. My friend suggested this amazing trek in Pune and I should say it was an amazing one. Everything was very well arranged. As the pickup was from Dadar so we didn’t have much difficulty. Our trek was through the green jungle and was quite a refreshing one.

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Gudakesa

Excellent

It was a great trek, loved it. A must-visit place for trekkers who are looking for some adventure. Our pick-up was on time and so was our day. We trek through the verdant green forest and the quaint zig-zag roads. The best part was the sky that was just giving us the best view together with the scenery. Breakfast and snacks were good. Nice one!

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Sumit

Excellent

This place is located in Tamhini ghat which is about 4 hours from Mumbai and 2 -3 hours from Pune. It is an awesome and must-do trek during monsoon as it offers some beautiful views of lush green forests and white-gushing waterfalls. It's a 13km trek and takes about 6- 7 hours. Please do this trek with an experienced group of trekkers.

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Ronabir

Excellent

Located within this is a nature trail around 15 km long called the Andharban Trek. It means 'dark forest loosely translated. It's a good trek with a bunch of friends but not advisable in a group of 3 or fewer as it is right in the middle of the wilderness and help may be miles away in case of a mishap.

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Andharban Forest Trek FAQs

I am a first-timer. Is the Andharban Forest trek a good trek for me?

This trek strikes an ideal balance between thrilling and easy going. With a total distance of 13 km covered and the short duration of the journey, this trek is ideal for beginners! Even children can accompany you on this trek. However, children below 16 must be accompanied by parental supervision.

Do I have to exercise for this trek?

This is a relatively easy trek, successfully undertaken by beginners and veteran trekkers alike! Therefore, a person with average physical fitness can complete this without any issues. However, trekking is a physical activity and that means that to truly enjoy the journey, you must achieve a certain level of fitness. We recommend that you start following a fitness regime at least two weeks before embarking on the trek.

Can we customize a trek?

Definitely! You are invited to chalk out an independent plan at your convenient time frame for any number of people. Cost for private trip is fixed on the basis of group size, trek area, duration and trek style.

Is the Andharban Trek okay for solo travellers?

If you are looking for a solo backpacking trip, this trek is ideal for you. This trek is highly engaging and will keep you entertained throughout! Furthermore, we ensure the safety of all the trekkers. We have had a lot of solo female travellers successfully completing this trek in a safe and guided environment. Furthermore, all our trek leaders are qualified professionals, carefully selected by us after a rigorous process.

How is the overall experience of doing the trek in Andharbhan?

This trek through the Andharban forest has been specially designed keeping Mumbai’s famous monsoons in mind. During the Dark Forest trek, you will stumble upon some of the most breathtaking vistas in Maharashtra. Take in the glory of the sloping greens of the valleys, the towering moss-covered trees of the forests, and the splendid experience of walking on a mountain ridge! The trek is mostly along a gradually inclining terrain and the total distance covered by the Andharban Trek is 13 km. Together the fact that the trek is only for a single day, makes it ideal for beginners, looking for an initiation into the great outdoors! The trek is thus of an easy level of difficulty!

What are the ways to reach the Andharban Trek and can we customise the trip?

You can undertake this splendid Andharban Trek from Mumbai or Pune, the next time you have a free weekend that you need to fill! The Andharban Jungle is also known as the “Dark Forest” for the sole reason that sunlight cannot penetrate the dense foliage even at the peak of the afternoon! If you wish to customize your trek in any manner or hope to begin this stunning Andharban Trek from Pune, Lonavala, or any other location, please feel free to contact our customer service or inform our representative at the time of booking!

Confirmation Policy

  • Upon booking, the traveller will receive a confirmation voucher via email, within 24 hours.
  • In the special cases of slots not being available, feasible alternatives will be provided to the customer, in regards to the customer’s preference. In such cases, a new voucher would be sent via email, consisting of the new travel details.
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Cancellation Policy

  • Any cancellation made 20 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 30% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
  • Any cancellation made within 7-20 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 60% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
  • Any cancellation made within 0-7 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 100% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
  • Due to any restrictions such as sudden government policies or regulations, health hazards, medical emergencies, or unprecedented weather conditions, activities and tours may be nonoperational and be cancelled. In cases such as these, operators will attempt to cater to the traveller an alternate, which is feasible in nature. However, any refund would not be catered.
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Refund Policy

  • Any refund applicable will be processed within 7 business days.
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Advisory

  • Wear comfortable clothes for the adventure - preferably track pants and trekking shoes. 
  • Keep your backpack light as you will be in charge of it throughout!
  •  Please wear a full-sleeved shirt and pants during the trek as the insects can get pretty active this time of the year!
  • Do not wander off on your own at any point.
  • Delays may be caused due to weather conditions.
  • Smoking and drinking are strictly prohibited during the trek!
  • Carefully follow the instructor’s safety instructions.
  • Carry enough cash and your ID proof at all times. 
  • Be aware of the fact that the last toilet facility is at the base village.
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