Overnight Stay at Bhandardara is a unique experience which you may have never experienced till now with Ratangad Mountain Trekking the next day .Bhandardara is Surrounded by the Turquoise pristine water. Bhandardara is one of the best weekend getaways from Mumbai, Pune & Nasik . This Place is always beautiful with its tranquil serenity and unspoiled nature. During monsoon and post-monsoon period, it's natural beauty increases much folds with numerous small & medium seasonal waterfalls and glowing greenery. Camping will be at the Lakeside with tents;2 sharing,3 sharing,4 sharing etc,We also have guesthouse stay in case of sudden rains. We will provide you BBQ in the evening and also offer you unlimited Starters!!. It will surely be a memorable experience for you.
Price Per Adult Rs. 2000/- (Without Transportation)
Cars can be booked from bhandardara to Ratangad and also while reaching trekking point from bhandardara to Ratangad.
If you are coming by local train then Public Transport like S.T Bus and Sharing Car(Balero) are available from Kasara Railway Station to reach Bhandardara.
Length: 1 day and 1 night stay and Trekking at Bhandardara.
Height: 4255 ft above sea level
Best season: Round the year
Accommodation timing: You have to reach Bhandardara by 4 - 5 PM in the evening. Its a 1 day and 1 night stay arrangement.
Highlights :-
Itinerary:-
Bhandardara Check-in time: 5 PM (Day 1)
Bhandardara Check out time: 5 PM (Day 2)
Day 01: Arrival at Bhandardara & trekking
Arrive at Bhandardara by 4 -5 PM in the EVENING by own vehicle/other means. You can reach Igatpuri or Kasara and then take local transport (state transport bus or shared jeep) to reach Bhandardara.Having own vehicle is highly advisable. Enjoy evening snacks and also a walk at Bhandardara lakeside, Relish the delicious BBQ along with Scrumptious homemade dinner(Veg/Non Veg/Jain) will be served thereafter. Night stay at lakeside in tents.
Day 2: Trekking and return journey to Mumbai
Wake up early in the morning,get ready for trekking at Ratangad peak,Ratangad is 10 kms from bhandardara so you will be leaving bhandardara by 6.30am,breakfast will be given at bhandardara or on the way to kalsubai point. Ratangad trekking will take approx. 6 hrs to and fro.After finishing the trek you will be brought back to bhandardara,lunch will be provided at bhandardara,After relaxing for some time you can start your return journey to Mumbai or Pune and say Bid Adieu to Bhandardara.
Trek Details :-
Trek Name :- Ratangad
Trek Grade: Medium
Endurance Level: Medium
Location :- Ahmednagar
Major Attractions:
Bhandardara dam
Amruteshwar Temple
Pravara River, View of Kulang, Madan, Alang forts
Trek Itinerary :-
5.30 Am :- Wake Up Call, Freshen Up, Have Breakfast & Tea.
6.15 Am :- Introduction Round and brief about the rules and regulation to be followed by every trekkers and leave for Ratangad trek point.
7.00 Am :- Start the Trek
10:30 am Reach top, explore,take some rest.
11.00 Am :- Start Descending and reach base point.
2.00 Pm :- Reach the Base point and leave for bhandardara.
2.30pm-Reach Bhandardara,have lunch,take rest for sometime.
4.30 Pm :- Start the Return Journey to Mumbai,Pune.
Trek Cost Excludes :-
All kinds of extra meals / soft drinks ordered.
Insurance, tips, porters, bottled mineral water, aerated drinks etc.
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 road blocks, bad weather
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Things to Carry:
Place to stay-Bhandardara Guesthouse
How to get to the venue (incase travel is not included) How to reach Bhandardara:
To reach Bhandardara you need to reach either Kasara Station from ghatkopar or dadar if not travelling by your own car. Kasara to Bhandardara distance is 60 km and Igatpuri to Bhandardara distance is 45 km by road. You will get state transport buses from railway station or you can hire share jeep and private car also. From kasara it will take around 2 hours to reach Bhandardara.
If you are coming via your private transport then you can follow the below route to reach Bhandardara
Mumbai > Igatpuri > Ghoti (Turn right) > Pimpalgaon (Turn right) > Bhandardara Dam
Before you come please understand the following facts about Bhandardara weekend lakeside camping:
Useful Facts about Bhandardara Stay
