Andharban Trek, Jungle Trek - Monsoon Trek From Pune
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 in Maharashtra and has lots of things to explore. We will be walking on a ridge offering a fantastic view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira dam, Devkund Waterfall, and the mountain ranges of Tamhini ghat. Evergreen forest covers you with shade in the first half of the trek for 6 to 8 kilometers.
Trek to Andharban from Pune Monsoon Details
- Type: Valley / Jungle descend the trail
- Range: Mulshi, Pune
- Base Village: Tamhini
- Grade: Medium
- Trek route: Dense forests, mesmerizing waterfalls
- Distance from Pune: Around 70 kilometers
- Distance from Mumbai: Around 130 kilometers
- Cost: Rs. 1599/- per person
Andharban Monsoon Trek 2025 from Pune Event Itinerary
Day 0
Day Zero - Meet our experienced trek guide
Day One
03:30 am - Reach base village and rest in the bus.
05:30 am - Freshen up.
06:00 am - Freshen up and have breakfast.
07:00 am - Starts trek towards Andharban.
09:30 am - Reach at Plateau.
10:00 am - Starts return trek towards Base Village.
12:30 pm - Reach Base Village & have lunch.
02:30 pm - Departure to Pune
08:30 pm - Approx. arrival at Pune.
How to book?
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- Once your tickets are booked, you will receive confirmation via email. (Please provide valid email id)
- A WhatsApp group link will be sent to your WhatsApp number 8 hours prior to the departure. (Please provide WhatsApp number while booking)
- Event Details and Trek Leaders details will be shared on that WhatsApp group only.
Highlights:
- Andarbhan trek is known by various names such as Dark Forest Trek, Andarbhan Forest trek, and is open during the monsoon season for a limited period.
- The trek covers a distance of approximately 14 kilometers and takes around 10 hours to complete. It involves crossing three major waterfalls and navigating through a dense and slippery forest.
- The trail is moderately challenging, requiring good endurance and fitness level. It is advisable to wear proper trekking shoes and clothing to protect against the natural elements.
- While there are no age restrictions, children below 16 are only allowed with a parent.
- The Andharban trek offers stunning natural landscapes, misty weather, and beautiful waterfalls. It is a great opportunity to explore the untouched wilderness of Maharashtra.
- Toilet facilities are limited, with availability only at the start and end points of the trek. Trekkers are advised to carry necessary hygiene supplies.
Best time to visit the Andharban trek:
Andharban trek gets banned during peak monsoon season as it is the breeding period for animals in the forest. The three waterfall crossings become impossible to cross on a rainy day. The trek is open from June to September. Andharban trek permission, issued in limited numbers by the forest department, is compulsory to enter the forest. Post-monsoon Andharban Night treks are available. Andharban and Devkund waterfalls attract the highest numbers of Mumbai trekkers.
Why should you choose Treks and Trails for Andharban Jungle Trek?
- Eight years of knowledge in managing Andharban Jungle Trek with all safety SOP.
- We were preferred by over 20000 trekkers last year with a 4.7 review rating of 5.
- We equip one trek leader for every ten trekkers.
- Female trek leader on each trek
- Provide an E-certificate on successful completion of the trek. Valid for a lifetime with 99.9 percent availability online.
- E-certificate is tamper-proof and shareable on social media and leading networking websites.
- The roadmap includes adventure insurance for every trekker and trek leader for all our treks.
- We self-operate our treks
- Group discounts available
Andharban Jungle Trek Safety Advisory
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Trekkers with reasonable fitness levels should join
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Please wear proper trekking shoes, as the route is slippery
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Swimming is not allowed in the Dam or Waterfall
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Stream crossing, please follow trek leader instructions
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Stay visible trekkers are not allowed to go out of sight of Trek guides
Please note
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Please wear proper trekking shoes; the trek to the Andharban forest route is extremely slippery.
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We will return to the start point of the Trek to Andharban near the Pimpri dam. We will not descend towards the Bhira dam.
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The Andarban trek offers an exciting adventure as we guide you from the base village to the plateau, ensuring you explore all the prominent attractions, streams, and waterfalls along the way. However, it's worth noting that the second half of the route involves an unnecessary 4-hour trek, and the journey concludes on a private road which could take extra time if closed. To enhance your enjoyment and create lasting memories during the Andarban trek, we've designed the experience to take you out and back to the base village.
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Roads leading to the trailhead are in bad conditions expect delays
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In case of bus breakdown, we will arrange for replacement of bus it will take 6 to 8 hours to reach till the spot.
- If you wrongly booked for different date or batch. And you want to change date within 3 days of departure, then transfer charges will be applied which will be Rs. 200/- per person.
- Transport will be as per participant count only.
