Andharban Jungle Trek from Mumbai
- Andharban, as the name suggests simply means a ‘Dark Dense Forest’. During monsoons, this trek is one of the most refreshing treks of the Sahyadri. It is the most beautiful attraction of the Sahyadri range which connects the Tamhini Ghat to the famous Konkan region.
- Located in the Pimpri region of Maharashtra, approximately 16 km from the well-known city of Pune, Andharban Trek is the perfect place for every trekker who wishes to experience the pleasure of wandering deep jungles with enthralling views. Imagine walking through the nature trails deep into the jungle surrounded by sounds of the rustling of leaves, chirping of birds, buzzing of insects, and gushing waterfalls bubbling over the rocks. Blissful, isn’t it? Andharban – The Dark Forest Trek offers this all!
- Since the Andharban trek is ideally taken during the monsoon season, you will be walking through the lush green grass and densely shaded cover of the forest. While walking through this jungle covered in fog, you will witness amazing views of the Kundalika Valley, hear mesmerizing small and big streams of water and gushing waterfalls, cross these big water streams with the valley on one side, and view the waterfall on the other with this mysterious forest waiting to amaze you with surprises at every turn! Known as a backpacker’s paradise, you will find yourself walking on a ridge with an awesome view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira dam, and the various mountain ranges of Tamhini Ghat. Apart from stunning views of the valley, you will also encounter several unique flora and fauna, several species of birds such as the Jacobin cuckoo, the Malabar whistling thrush, dwarf kingfishers, and minivets indigenous to this place.
- One can truly call it the heaven of the Sahyadri. It is a beautiful experience to embark upon an exhilarating Monsoon Trek to the Andharban forest and is a must-visit destination for all nature lovers. Trekking here during monsoons is all about hiking across delightful green hills, soaking in gorgeous waterfalls, and witnessing the massive fur of clouds right beside you!
- The most interesting thing about the Andharban trek is that unlike most other treks in Sahyadris with painful ascents till your breath gives up, it is a gradual descent trek. The trek begins at an elevation of about 2100 feet and you will be descending the valley to reach Bhira dam with no difficult rocky patches coming your way.
- It is quite bright when you start trekking. But as you descend further, soon you will find yourself walking in the shade of evergreen trees covering the trails and it starts getting dimmer. You will be walking in this dense dark forest for the first 6-7 km. This trail continues straight where you will be walking on the edges just beside Kundalika Valley and with the mountain ranges to your right. There are 3 major river streams that you will encounter throughout your entire course of the trek, some of which might require a rope or human chain if the flow is heavy due to rain.
- You will then reach a remote yet beautiful village named ‘Hirdi’. It is the only village that you will come across throughout your Andharban trek and you can arrange for food from locals here. You can stop for a refreshment break/lunch here before starting to descend towards the Konkan route to reach Bhira. This is the valley that is the origin of the Kundalika River, famous for its white-water river rafting and other adventure activities. The second half of the trek is roughly 4-5 km and you will reach the base village in no time while trekking on a flatter surface and enjoying scenic views of the backwaters of Bhira dam.
- This trek is truly an experience of a lifetime!
Andharban Trek Mumbai – Quick Information:
- 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 6-8 hours to complete this trek.
- Andharban Distance from Mumbai: 133 km
- Andharban Distance from Lonavala: 48 km
Why Choose Trekhievers for Andharban Trek Mumbai?
- 12+ Years of Trekking Experience: Our team has over 12 years of on-ground experience, including 9 years as an officially established company.
- 1,000+ Travellers Served: More than 1,000 participants joined our treks last year.
- Better Safety and Guidance: We provide one trek leader for every 10 participants.
- Meals Included: Fresh breakfast, tea and vegetarian lunch are included.
- Forest Charges Included: Applicable forest entry and permit charges are covered in the package.
- Complete Coordination: Transportation, trek leaders, first aid and on-ground support are managed by Trekhievers.
Andharban Trek Route Followed by Trekhievers
- The Trekhievers route begins from Ghutke village.
- After breakfast and a safety briefing, the group enters the Andharban Forest trail.
- The route passes through dense forest sections, seasonal streams and the Hirdi–Ghutke village junction.
- The trek continues towards Pimpri village in Tamhini Ghat., where the walking route ends.
Andharban Trek Mumbai Departure Dates 2026:
June 2026: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
July 2026: 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31
August 2026: 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
September 2026: 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
October 2026: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
Important Note:
1. We insist you on taking Friday departures to avoid the rush.
2. We need a minimum of 10 people to operate Friday batches, if not then it will be shifted to the Saturday batch.
3. Andharban now allows only a limited number of participants every day. We strongly advise making booking in advance to guarantee your position and prevent disappointment at the last minute.
4. Documents Needed to Make a Reservation * Aadhar Card (Proof of Government Identity) * A recent passport-sized photo Within 24 hours of your reservation, our staff will get in touch with you to pick up these documents. To ensure a seamless registration procedure, please keep them prepared.
Andharban Trek Mumbai Price:
- Mumbai package: 1699/-
- Base-village package: 999/-
( Click here for Andharban Pune Trek details )
Day 1
- 10:00 PM: Report to The Trekleaders at Borivali National Park (https://goo.gl/maps/qvxmxjK8Tmn5JgScA)
- 10:05 PM: Samta Nagar, Kandivali (https://goo.gl/maps/cSGKQWVSGDhS4qzP9)
- 10:15 PM: Sufi Irani Cafe, Goregaon (https://goo.gl/maps/4ZTNqab65pKPDoNC9)
- 10:30 PM: Hanuman Road Bus Stop Andheri (https://goo.gl/maps/SWKWuGMXSWgajCsSA)
- 10:45 PM: Kalanagar Bust Stop, Bandra (https://goo.gl/maps/jGkGpBZrRto5gRTJ9)
- 11:00 PM: Everard Nagar-Sion (https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZpZ3S8qtgBRkFp8g9)
- 11:10 PM: Ghatkopar Mankhurd Link Road (https://goo.gl/maps/m6TtFVkCkHd6MdKr7)
- 11:30 PM: Vashi (under the bridge) (https://goo.gl/maps/3dpGHKPvf49FgJj6A)
- 11:45 PM: Nerul LP (https://goo.gl/maps/tpntbzeYVijHQieF7)
- 11:55 PM: Kharghar station (https://goo.gl/maps/y7hNW9wxMV7tByPr5)
Day 2
- 12:15 AM: Kalamboli McD (https://maps.app.goo.gl/RhPJQT5jdQDvNkDp6)
- 03:00 AM: Reach Base village and Have Complete rest in the bus
- 05:30 AM: Wake up call, get freshen up
- 06:00 AM: Have Breakfast At base Village Pimpri
- 07:00 AM: Start Trek through Andharban Forest Post Briefing and Instructions by trek leaders
- 10:00 AM: Reach Hirdi- Ghutke Village Junction and take a break
- 10:30 AM: Continue our trek towards Gutkhe Village.
- 01:00 PM: Reach Ghutke village, board the bus to the base village (Pimpri)
- 02:00 PM: Reach the base village (Start point of the trek) and Have Lunch (Veg Thali)
- 04:00 PM: Start return journey to Mumbai.
- 10:00 PM: Reach Mumbai. (Arrival time is subjective to traffic and weather conditions
( Click here for Andharban Pune Trek details )
Inclusions:
- Private AC Bus Transportation
- Breakfast & Tea
- Lunch ( Veg Thali )
- Trek Leader Charges.
- Forest Entry & Guide Charges.
- First Aid Charges.
Exclusions:
- Travel to the pickup points
- 5% GST on Booking Tickets
- Any kind of personal expense like Mineral water/lime water/ Soft Drinks/ Extra snacks, or meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions, purchased for personal consumption
- Any kind of cost that is not mentioned and included in the inclusion of this package.
- All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances, like roadblocks, bad weather
- Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
- Any kind of Insurance
How to book Andharban Trek Mumbai:
- Click on the "BOOK NOW" button.
- Select your departure date from the calendar and proceed.
- Select your ticket type and quantity. (If you have a coupon code, apply it at this stage)
- Fill out our personal details and proceed.
- Select your payment type (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking) and proceed.
- Once your tickets are booked, you will receive them via email.
- A WhatsApp group link will be sent to your WhatsApp number 10 hours prior to the departure.
- Trek Leaders / Volunteers details will be shared on that WhatsApp group.
Things to carry:
(Highly Required and Mandatory Things)
- ID proof
- backpack (waterproof or covered with a 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, Handkerchief/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 a bus journey
- Electoral or Glucose D powder.
- Portable Phone Charger, Earphones, etc.
- Sun protection cap, sunglasses, Sunscreen lotion, toothbrush-toothpaste, etc
- Proper face mask or shield
- Sanitizer
- An extra pair of clothes.
(Note: Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pants, this will protect your body and skin from Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles, etc)


