Why to visit Andharban Trek
The deep jungle known as Andharban, sometimes known as the Dark Forest, is found in the Maharashtra region of Pimpri. It is roughly an hour and a half's drive from Lonavla and is situated in a well-known trekking area in southern India.
About the Andharban Trek:
You will be descending the valley to reach Bhira dam from the starting point of the trip, which is at a height of roughly 2100 feet. For the first 6-7 miles, you will be trekking through this pitch-black, deep forest.
You will be strolling along the borders of the valley next to Kundalika as you continue straight down this path, with the mountain ranges to your right. Throughout the entire walk, you will come across 3 main river streams, some of which may need for a rope or human chain if the flow is particularly strong from recent rains.
Details about the Andhaban Trek:
- Trek Location: Pimpri, Tamhini Ghat, Maharashtra
- Trek Difficulty Level: It is a moderate-level trek and requires good endurance. Having a prior trekking experience makes it easier. The only risky part of this trek is crossing water streams during monsoons as the river becomes turbulent.
- Trek Distance: 13 km trail
- Trek Altitude: 2160 feet
- Trek Type: Jungle / Valley Descend Trek
- Trek Duration: It roughly takes 6-7 hours to complete this trek, which includes a lunch break at Hirdi village.
Food and Stay Options near Andhaban Trek:
You can choose to stay in one of the lodges in Patnus Village or go lakeside or overnight camping at Bhira Dam. As an alternative, you can head back to Lonavala or Pune, where you can choose from a wide range of hotels with rates ranging from Rs. 1200 to Rs. 3000. In close proximity to Andharban, there are numerous woodland lodges and resorts.
If you're travelling from the Pune side, you can make a stop in Mulshi before Pimpri and savour eating traditional Maharashtrian cuisine in one of the neighbourhood dhabas, like Dream Land or Basho's restaurant.
