Overview

Andharban Trek From Pune

Grade: Medium | Endurance: Medium

Imagine yourself in the middle of dark jungles, finding routes, viewing valleys and crossing ghats, sound adventurous?? Yeah!!!! You’ll be doing all this at Andharban – The Dark forest Trek. This trek is majorly based on descending from the peak. It is one of the most stunning treks and there are lots of things to explore. You will be walking on ridge that gives a scintillating view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira dam and the various mountain ranges of Tamhini ghat. While you’re trekking, there will be coverage of evergreen forests which covers you with a relaxing shade in first half of the trek (6-8 kms).The trek then descends down in Konkan to reach Bhira (4 kms).The same valley is the origin of the Kundalika river famous for its white water river rafting and other adventure activities.

16 Hours Available on request Shivajinagar, Maharashtra

Itinerary

Day 0

10:30 pm: Shivaji Nagar (Main Signal , Opposite to bus stop towards aundh)
10:45 pm : Departure from Shivaji Nagar
11:00 pm: Wakad
11:15 pm: Chandni Chowk
03:00 am: Reach the base and rest for sometime

Day 1

05:00 am : Good Morning!!! Breakfast & Freshen up at Base Village
06:00 am : Commencement of the trek after briefing and a short introduction
11:00 am : Lunch at Hirdi village
01:00 pm : Continuing with the trek, descend towards Bhira
04:00 pm : Reach Bhira dam i.e the End point of our trek, freshen up and evening snacks will be given
06:00 pm : Start return journey
09:00 pm : Reach Pune tentatively

Monsoon Safety Measures

Put clothes, money, camera, phone etc in polythenes while packing
Wear shoes with good grips
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

IMPORTANT:

Avoid wearing precious Jewelry while trekking, as Trikon won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
Consuming liquor or any kind of Alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed. Anybody found smoking or consuming alcoholic drinks will be expelled from the event without refund.
Dear Trikoners, always remember SHOES are your best companion on a trek! Please wear a good pair of TREKKING SHOES and not sports or running shoes. Make sure they are durable and firm enough to withstand tough conditions. You can carry floaters to wear only after the trek is completed. Feel free to contact Trikoner buddies prior to the trek in case of any confusion.

Fitness & Health:

Though trekking is a fun-filled activity, it demands good amount of physical fitness. If you are under medication, please carry your medicines. During the trek, leaders will have over the counter medication for temporary treatment, so do give a heads up to them if you need any medical assistance.

Checkout our blog on Monsoon Trekking Essentials @ https://www.ttrikon.com/blog/monsoon-trekking-essentials/

Inclusions/Exclusions