Andharban Trek, Jungle Trek - Monsoon Trek From Mumbai

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. The Trek to Andharban further descends in Konkan to reach Bhira village around 4 kilometers. The same valley is the origin of the Kundalika river, famous for its white water Kolad river rafting.

Trek to Andharban from Mumbai Monsoon Details

Type: Valley / Jungle descend the trail

Range: Mulshi, Pune

Base Village: Tamhini

Grade: Medium

Trek Distance: 13 Km

Cost: Rs. 1699/- per person

Andharban Trek 2023 Itinerary

Day Zero - Andharban Trek Start Point

09:45 pm - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate.

10:00 pm - Leave for the trek.

10:30 pm - Pick up at Andheri WEH.

10:45 pm - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on the highway), Bandra.

11:00 pm - Pick up at Sion station circle.

11:15 pm - Pick up at Diamond Garden, Chembur.

11:45 pm - Pick up at Vashi Plaza.

12:05 am - Pick up at McDonald`s, Kalamboli.

Day One - Andharban Trek Route

Reach Pimpri village and rest on the bus.

06:00 am: Freshen up and have breakfast at the local villager`s house

07:00 am Starts trek towards Andharban Jungle Trek.

11:30 am: Reach at Plateau. Along the way, we will spend time at the many waterfalls and take in the beautiful sights of the hiking route.

12:00 pm - Starts return trek towards Pimpri Dam.

01:30 pm: Have Lunch.

02:30 pm - Reach a Local villager`s house; here, we can use washrooms and change into fresh clothes.

03:30 pm - Departure to Mumbai  

10:30 pm - Approx. Arrival in Mumbai.

Please note

Please wear proper trekking shoes; the trek to the Andharban forest route is extremely slippery.

If the trek to Andharban route is not good or weather conditions are bad, we will return to the start point of the Trek to Andharban near the Pimpri dam. We will not descend towards the Bhira dam.

Roads leading to the trailhead are in bad conditions expect delays

In case of bus breakdown, we will arrange for replacement of bus it will take 6 to 8 hours to reach till the spot.

Inclusions:

Travel by private AC vehicle

1 veg breakfast, 1 veg lunch(Pithal Bhakari) and evening tea

Forest entry charges

Treks and Trails India charges.

Exclusions:

Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption

All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered.

Any kind of personal expenses.

Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above.

All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather.

Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.

Things to Carry:

2/3 liters of water

Proper face mask or shield (must)

Sanitizer (must)

Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek

Good Torch must with extra battery

Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars

Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets

One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet

Double pack your valuables / phones in plastic bags

Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet

Sun Cap and Sunscreen

Personal First aid and Personal Medicine

Identity Proof

Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles