Duke's Nose trek in Lonavala is one of the best treks to traverse the mysticism of its nocturnal. Nagphani, later known as Duke’s Nose is the snake-shaped cliff nestled between the pretty little hills of Lonavala and Khandala, a must in your to-do list. Aeolian music & hazy fog makes the trekking trail a dauntless one. Take this opportunity to witness nature more prominently. The name Dukes ‘nose is acquired after Duke Wellington.
During the monsoon, it’s considered as the trekker's delight. People from Mumbai and Pune flock in large numbers. A 50-60 minutes walk takes you to the top of Duke’s nose. Valley crossing from Dukes to Duchess Nose is a great enjoyment due to the deep valleys. Dukes Nose Camping gives you the enthralling experience. While Rappelling from the Duke's Nose is a thrilling affair with a blend of 90 Degree Rappelling & Deep Valley View.
The magnificent view of nature, the stillness in the valleys, the quietness of the night sky, the ardent flames of colors during the sunset, the fun of staying in the tents, etc. Just be there to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Western Ghats, Mumbai – Pune expressway and the surrounding Sahyadri peaks, etc. Indulge yourself in some adventure to get away with weekday chaos.
Camping at Duke's Nose
At such a mesmerizing place, an overnight stay would be great. Who wants to sleep in a five-star hotel when you can enjoy under a billion stars blanket. Camping at Duke’s nose is full of exciting experiences. The wannabe singers can sing acoustic songs laced with guitar's background music, couples can enjoy the romantic dinner date besides the campfire. The camping begins at 5 pm and ends around 2 pm the very next day. It will start with the welcome tea, snacks will be served along with the campfire ritual and After a mouthwatering dinner crash in your tents and enjoy the stillness of the night. After finishing the morning rituals, we head straight away for the cause which everyone is eagerly waiting for i.e. Duke's Nose Point trek. After the trek lunch will be served and you are good to go with lovely memories of the lifetime.
The trail begins at Khandala and takes nearly 2 hours via taxi or an autorickshaw to reach Kurvande village. From Kurvande Village, trekkers need to walk for an hour and a half to reach the final point of the 800-foot tall cliff. The trek to the base goes through rocky trails and slender passage. It is wise to trek in groups. Exploring the valley from the Duke’s Nose to the Duchess Nose gives you vivid experience. The trail goes through bushy forests in a hazy or misty atmosphere that mostly gets windy.
