Overview

The Aadrai jungle trek is the best way to explore the Sahyadri’s most enchanting and unexplored jungles! This Aadrai trek from Mumbai will take you directly to the heart of nature full of lush green forest, dense vegetation, beautiful peaks, enthralling waterfalls and streams, valleys, caves and incredible trails!

“Lost in the Dense Woods” is an apt word for Aadrai trek. Walk deep inside the hidden jungles of Malshej Ghat, where sun rays touching the ground is a rare happening. The Aadrai trail passes through various streams and passing waterfalls, including a mega – 1,200 feet fall. Explore this unexplored Aadrai forest, full of flora and fauna with flowers blooming all over. Unknown to the common folk, this Aadrai trail was found by a local villager, who was in fact lost in the forest while hunting.

So if you are looking for monsoon treks in Maharashtra, the Aadrai trek is the one you should go for. The Aadrai jungle trek located in the Junnar, Pune will help you forget your worries, lose yourself and reconnect with nature. Explore what nature has to offer, by taking the Aadrai jungle trek, where sun rays rarely touch the ground.

Apart from the enchanting trek and trail, the Aadrai offers much more such as the Kalu waterfall, Nageshwar temple and many ancient caves.

The walk amidst the dense trails of Malshej Ghat passing through various streams and waterfalls, flora and fauna offers you a much-needed respite from the city life. Every breath of air at the Aadrai feels refreshing.

Type: Jungle trail

Range: Malshej Ghat

Base Village: KHIRESHWAR

Grade: Medium

Trek Distance: 13 Km BOTH SIDE

Who Should Attend?

Best suited for groups, solo trekkers, corporates, and couples.

HIGHLIGHTS

What makes this tour special

• Aadrai forest trek - An offbeat trek in its truest sense
• Walk through the dark and dense Aadrai forest
• Pass through gushing waterfalls and streams while trekking at Aadrai
• Witness the view of a 1200 feet mega waterfall while trekking through Aadrai

Itinerary

Day 1 Saturday

Departure from Mumbai

10:00 Pm – Meet Bhatakna Team at SGNP, Borivali.

10:15 Pm – Settle down our private vehicle as we start our journey towards the base Village.

10:00 PM: SGNP, Borivali

10:20 PM: Malad

10:30 PM: Goregaon

10:40 PM: Gondavali Bus Stop, Andheri

10:50 PM: Kalanagar bus stop, Bandra

11:00 PM: Sion Circle

11:10 PM: Chembur

11:20 PM: Ghatkopar

11:30 PM: Thane

12:15 AM: KALYAN Bypass

Day 2 Sunday

Trek to Aadrai Jungle Trek

05:00 AM: Reach the Base village, from where you can get a glimpse of Harishchandragad peak.

05:30 AM: Get freshen up and Have Breakfast & Tea to get ready for this enthralling forest trek.

07:00 AM: Gear up, & pack your bags and embark on this trek! For adventure Trek, It’s gonna be a long Walk Trail crossing waterfall stream to the Down. Make a few halts on the way where you can grab your snack or a drink.

11:00 AM: Reach Taramathi ghal crossing point half of the jungle where we can enjoy waterfalls/streams. (We will not proceed further as it required more 5/6hrs) Witness a beautiful view of heaven on earth & foggy clouds

11:30 AM: Take a group picture & then start your descent.

12:00 AM: Start your descent. Finally, you get a view of the surroundings you Trail through the Dark Forest in the early morning.

02:00 PM: Reach back down

01:15 PM: grab a quick lunch to curb your hunger local Village home made Food

04:00 PM: Time to head back to Mumbai

10:00 PM: Adios! Back to the mundane city life. Until next time, Bhatakna!

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

• Transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai.
• Unlimited Breakfast & Lunch.
• Aadrai Forest Entry Charges.
• Bhatakna Expertise Representatives.
• First-aid assistance.
• Bhatakna Badges.
• New Friends made, new Bonds attached.
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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-too 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.

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aadrai Trek’s Location:

• Aadrai Trek is located near Khireshwar village

How far is the Aadrai trek from Mumbai?

•  It is approximately 138 km away from Mumbai

How far is the Aadrai trek from Pune?

• It is Approximately 129 kms away from Pune.

What is the difficulty level of the Aadrai Forest trek?

• It is an easy level trek

Can beginners go for Aadrai Jungle trek?

• Yes, Beginners can join.

 Pick-Up Location

People Who have registered With Transportation

Borivali 10:00 PM Shree Omkareshwar Mandir Opp National park gate https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rza2RCiVLLRrKTcb8

Kandivali 10.10 PM Satyamev Jayate - Selfie Point https://maps.app.goo.gl/fnSetHdpUgYNXZxQ8

Sufi Irani Cafe near Oberoi Mall - 10.15 PM https://maps.app.goo.gl/PCpMUysW5SLcfMwWA

Goregaon 10.20 PM Opp Hub Mall https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zd1nVzApV1uJUV2LA

Andheri 10.30 PM Gandavali Bus stop https://maps.app.goo.gl/yYpodNNWhhJ7adJB8

Santacruz 10.40 PM (Meusuem) https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZiQNNQqZ5poxjUFt6

Bandra 10.50 PM Kala Nagar Bus Stop https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fj6PG4r7Kfz8yptA9

Sion Circle 11.00 PM* https://maps.app.goo.gl/HqR8Eo6C4LsK2uxk8

Chembur 11.10 PM Amar Mahal https://maps.app.goo.gl/KYPuxDsMWbzEYvEcA

Ghatkopar 11:15 PM GCC Meeting Point https://maps.app.goo.gl/rZtPLhjQ9jHRyZMj7

Bhandup 11:30 PM Pumping https://maps.app.goo.gl/RHYeXcTAaahV41zf8

Thane 11:45 PM Teen Hath Naka https://maps.app.goo.gl/wKjTu8ZSTEYwEwKf8

Kalyan 12:20 PM Bypass https://maps.app.goo.gl/oUzcBNBTWQniApKs9

Durgadi Fort 01:00 PM https://maps.app.goo.gl/2dK3nmQv3rbL87jQ7