Join us for an Memorable Bhandardara Road Trip this monsoon! We give you a chance to Experience the breathtaking beauty of Bhandardara as the rains transform the landscape into a lush, green paradise. We would take you through scenic routes, past beautiful waterfalls, ponds,and lakes. Explore the charm of this gem in Maharashtra, enjoy local delicious food, and create lasting memories. Pack your bags and get ready for a monsoon adventure like no other with our Bhandardara Road Trip.
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- Aadrai Jungle Trek
- Kalu Waterfall Trek
- Naneghat Reverse Waterfall Trek
- Devkund Waterfall Trek
- Kalsubai Trek
- AquaChime Waterfall Trek.
- Andharban Trek
Did you know ?
At Mischief Treks, our treks are exclusive. We don’t buy bookings from cheaper entities, not do we sell your booking to cheaper organisers. Every participant is genuinely part of Mischief Treks. This ensures having a group of like-minded people in every batch, which in turn makes the experience much better for everyone. Yes, we do filter out unwanted people during enquiry phase itself.
| Base Village | Bhandardara, Maharashtra |
|---|---|
| Best time to visit | June-September |
| Difficulty Level | Easy Tour |
| Eligibility | Click Here |
| Distance from Mumbai | 3 hr 51 min (161 km) |
| Batch Size | 35 Participants |
| Organizer | Mischief Treks |
| Charges | INR 500.00 Onwards |
| Transport/Travel | Kasara pickup available |
- Waterfall at Bhavali Dam.
- Witness the stunning Bhandardara Lake and the captivating Umbrella Waterfall
- Yummy local food.
- Explore Necklace Falls and the historic Amruteshwar Temple
- Unwind with dinner, music, and stories at our stay.
- Visit Randha Falls.
Bhandardara Road Trip
Charges and Travel Options:
Option A: INR 1300.00
In this option you have to reach the campsite in your own vehicle. We will be sharing GPS locations and directions/instructions in the WhatsApp group.
Option B: INR 1800.00
Camping & Pickup/Drop from Kasara Railway Station included. Pickup/Drop Time: 2:47 pm Kasara. Next day 9:00 am pickup from Bhandardara
Option C: INR 3200.00
Camping & Pickup/Drop in AC Bus from Mumbai included. Refer itinerary for bus pickup timing.
Kids Charges: For Kids age 1 to 5 years charges without pickup are Rs. 500.00 , with pickup from Kasara Rs. 1000.00 , and with bus pickup Rs. 2400.00
⚠️ Eligibility condition
If you wish to apply for being part of our group, you need to "Read" and "Understand" the details such as About-us, FAQ's, Important Note section etc... and be "Aware". Each participant needs to be physically and mentally fit to trek. Do not book this event if the details mentioned on this page are not agreeable to you.
Note: If you are from Delhi, or you are Bengali, Odia, Papa-Ki-Pari, Celebrity, you are SOBO Chick, or Influencer on Social media... or have ADHD... please avoid Mischief Treks. We are not capable enough to have you in our group. Please look for other options.
| Date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Customised Date | Any Time | Available |
| Group Tour | NA | Not-Scheduled |
NOTE: If you wish to have a private tour customised as per dates of your preference, get in touch with us on WhatsApp
Meeting Point
For people travelling in their own vehicle:
You can reach the meeting point Dogra Food Mall Kasara, before 9.30 am and follow our vehicles.
For Kasara Pickup and Drop:
Those who have opted for pick up and drop from Kasara Local train station need to board CSMT-KASARA local train at these timings from a station nearest to you.
Train for Bhandardhara Roadtrip Event.
Catch the Kasara Local train from the station nearest to you. Once the train reaches the station the Trek-Leader from Mischief Treks will help you board the local jeeps and head to the campsite. The jeeps and bus will halt at a Dhaba for the participants to freshen up and proceed further.
Train timings:
- CSMT- 06:55 am
- Dadar- 07:08 am
- Kurla- 07:15 am
- Ghatkopar- 07:19 am
- Thane- 07:34 am
- Kalyan- 07:55 am
- Kasara- 09:11 am
Schedule for Bhandardara Road Trip
Day 1: Bhavali Dam | Necklace Falls | Bhandardara Lake | Bhandardara Dam
- 08:30 am: Meet our team at Kasara station, followed by breakfast.
- 09:00 am: Start the road trip and head straight to Bhavali Dam for some fun amidst the waterfalls.
- 11:00 am: Visit the Bhandardara Dam to witness its marvelous structure and the magnificent Bhandardara Lake.
- 12:30 pm: Head to Umbrella Waterfall for a scenic view and photo opportunities.
- 01:30 pm: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a village restaurant.
- 03:00 pm: Explore Necklace Falls, a beautiful and serene spot.
- 04:30 pm: Visit the Nanhi falls, Vasundhara falls and a hidden waterfall.
- 06:00 pm: Head to a village homestay for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Bhandardara Dam | Amruteshwar Temple | Randha Falls
- 08:00 am: Start the day with breakfast at the homestay.
- 09:00 am: Visit Bhandardara Dam to admire its scenic beauty.
- 10:30 am: Explore the historic Amruteshwar Temple, renowned for its intricate architecture and spiritual significance.
- 12:00 pm: Visit the majestic Randha Falls.
- 01:30 pm: Have lunch before beginning the journey back to Mumbai.
- 02:30 pm: Start the drive back to Mumbai, carrying wonderful memories of the trip.
What is included in the tour
- Kasara to Kasara transport
( If opted for) - Day 01- Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
- Day 02- Breakfast, Lunch
- First Aid Guide & expertise charges.
- Exclusive Mischief Treks Stay.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Personal expense
- Personal vehicle parking charges
- Soft Drinks
- Bottled water
- Things not covered in inclusions
- For those opting for without-pickup option, All charges incurred for travel are excluded from charges paid. Eg. Central and State Govt Toll, Forest Dept etc.
- Identity Proof (must)
- Torch with extra battery (must)
- A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs)
- Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
- Rain gear - windcheater/raincoat/poncho.
- Optional- Extra Mats/Sleeping Bag or blanket to add on to comfort level in tent.
- (It's recommended to carry a bedsheet click here)
- Medicine that you require usually (We do have a basic first aid kit)
- Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments or carry precious items.
- Extra pair of clothes, Slippers/Crocs/Sandals
- Power-bank
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS EVENT WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING DETAILS IN THIS SECTION
Transport:
The bus/jeep will take you to the Stay location directly, there's no trekking involved. Approx distance from Mumbai is 161Km. and from Kasara its approx 70 Km. If you do not reach on time the pickup vehicles will move out without you. No refunds are provided in such case.
Washroom:
Three basic washrooms are available within a walking distance of 2 min. This is a tribal area (aadvasi area) so the washroom is pretty basic. (refer album link given in image section)
Food:
During the tour food is sourced from local "Adivasi" villagers, this is basic home cooked food and is prepared by the villagers in the region. In past several years people have loved this food. But since lockdown got over, the expectations of people have become unreal and food is still that same authentic village food. Do not book this event if food is your priority. Alternatively please carry packaged food along with you if you are grumpy about food.
Add-On options:
Boating ride at Bhandardara Lake available at Rs.100/- per person.
Life Jackets available on rent at Rs.100/-
Traveling by Own vehicle:
Ideally you are supposed to meet the group at Dogra-Food-Mall in Kasara at the specified time in itinerary and proceed to the campsite along with the trek leader and other participants to avoid any inconvenience. Network issues can cause problems in terms of coordination and locating the campsite if you directly try to reach the campsite.
You may choose to reach the campsite directly but keep in mind the campsite is in remote location and network is pretty bad. You may not be able to contact us on phone or we may not be able to contact you on phone due to bad network.
Driver: If you are hiring a driver or driving the vehicle yourself , in either case every individual person coming to the campsite has to be registered as a participant and has to pay the charges. If you do not wish to pay for your driver you can ask him to drop you and then come back to pick you up next day.
IMPORTANT:
Please do not book this event without reading and understanding the details mentioned on this page including inclusions, exclusions, FAQ's, Itinerary, Important note, and cancellation/rescheduling policy.
Beware of crooked boys on Instagram, luring people using cheap-tricks like discounts or offers tailored to mislead a specific gender for obvious reasons. These inexperienced scammers have no clue about trekking and are posing as trek organizations. These people generally use stolen, unauthorized, or reposted images/videos/text to make their Instagram handle look genuine.
Always research about "compatibility" and "category" of the trek group you plan to join. After all, you will be spending entire duration of the trek in company of the group you choose.
How to Reach Bhandardara from Mumbai
- By Car: Drive along the Mumbai-Nashik Expressway (NH-160) towards Igatpuri. From Igatpuri, take the SH-44 towards Ghoti and then follow the signs to Bhandardara. The journey by car typically takes around 4 to 5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and starting point within Mumbai. This route offers the convenience of a direct drive to Bhandardara and the flexibility to stop and enjoy scenic spots along the way.
- By Train: Catch a train from Mumbai to Igatpuri Railway Station. Trains are available frequently from Mumbai CST, Dadar, or Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT). The journey by train takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. Upon reaching Igatpuri Railway Station, hire a taxi or take a local bus towards Bhandardara, which is about 45 km from Igatpuri. The journey from Igatpuri to Bhandardara takes about 1.5 hours.
- By Bus: Board a bus from Mumbai to Igatpuri. Buses ply regularly from Mumbai Central, Dadar, or Borivali to Igatpuri. The journey by bus typically takes around 4 to 5 hours, depending on traffic and starting point within Mumbai. From Igatpuri, hire a taxi or take a local bus to Bhandardara, which is about 45 km away. The journey from Igatpuri to Bhandardara takes about 1.5 hours.
Experts recommend opting for the travel option provided by Mischief Treks for a hassle-free journey and a memorable experience at Bhandardara.
Q: How to book Bhandardara Road Trip online?
A. Booking tickets for the event needs to be done online through the official website of Mischief Treks on www.mischieftreks.com You need to click on Book Now button on this page and select the preferred date available for booking the event.
Next step is to select number of people you wish to book for, and then enter contact details. After this proceed for making payment. Pay attention to warnings and alerts that get displayed if you have made any mistake while entering details. The total amount comprises of option selected by you along with convenience fee to three percent levied for online processing. Once you have made the payment you will receive a n email containing further information.
After verifying your payment our team will get in touch with you regarding KYC form which needs to be submitted within 3 hours of receiving the form link. Submitting the KYC form completes the booking process.
Q: Is Bhandardara Road Trip suitable for females?
A. Absolutely, We at Mischief Treks believe in equality and adventure for all. Whether you are a female or male, as long as you're physically fit and ready to embrace nature's wonders, you're more than welcome to join our events and have a memorable experience.
Q: Are Kids allowed to participate in Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. Yes Kids are allowed. Age does not matter, It purely depends on how fit the kids are and how they have been raised in terms of adaptability to nature. One of my 3-year-old nieces can do all the events at all the locations easily, but on the other hand one of my 16-year-old cousin can't even dare to think of going to any of the events listed on our website. His parents have raised him in such a way that now he is incapable of being in nature. This may sound harsh, but its ground reality.
Q: Is Bhandardara Road Trip safe for solo participants?
A. Yes, mostly 30% of participants come up solo and blend in. Mischief Treks has a reputation of providing a memorable experience for each and every participant.
Q: Is Bhandardara Road Trip safe for girls?
A. Mischief Treks has a track record of making our trekking and camping events extremely safe for girls. Normally 60 to 70 percent of our participants are females.
Q: Are pets allowed at Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. We don't mind having pets along, but the forest stray dogs cause trouble for all other participants when they sense presence of any outsider animal in their territory. If this happens we will have to ask the pet to be taken away from campsite. Hence, we highly recommend not bringing any pets into any forest region.
Q: Are any discounts or coupon codes available?
A. Mischief Treks is known to be one of the rare few organizers who do not try to manipulate people using marketing tricks like unreasonably increasing charges and then providing offers and discounts to make people feel as if they have got best deal. The concept of Group-discounts end up making solo participants pay more. We at mischief Trek believe in honest and transparent charges for one and all.
Q: How's the road for the Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. The road till Ghoti Turn from NH3 is in good condition, but the remaining path is like average Indian roads. Some sections of the road is under repair and you may have to take diversions.
Q: How do we get in touch after reaching the meeting point?
A. Three hours prior to departure from Mumbai, we will be creating a WhatsApp group for coordination where you will be provided all the necessary information regarding the contact person, exact point to meet, GPS coordinates etc.. The common meeting point is Kasara. Apart from on-field coordination related info, all other information is already available on this page.
Q: How far is Bhandardara Road Trip from Mumbai?
A. Bhandardara campsite is 161 Km from Mumbai, it takes 4 hours and 10 minutes to reach via NH3. The best way to find out a more precise distance from your location is to type these 4 words on google search ‘My location to Bhandardara distance’ and you shall get accurate details.
Q: How far is the Bhandardara Road Trip from Kasara station?
A. The Bhandardara campsite is approximately 70 Km from Kasara station. You can take public transport from Kasara station. Maharashtra state run ST Busses are available to reach nearby place called Shendi from there you can easily reach Bhandardara in local jeep transport.
Q: What is provided in meals/food at Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. The meal will consist of veg and Jain food options. Rice, Chapati, Daal, seasonal veg, salad. For breakfast Poha and tea will be available. This basic home cooked food is prepared by local tribal villagers. Restaurant and Hotel food is not available at Bhandardara Road Trip.
Q: Is drinking water provided?
A. Yes, normal tap water for drinking is provided free of cost to all participants. Also you can purchase bottled water at the Mischief Treks Fireflies festival campsite in Bhandardara.
Q: Is washroom available at Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. Yes, we have three washrooms available at 2 min walking distance from the campsite. This is a basic workable washroom in a forest area of the 'Adivasi' village, it's clean and usable until people reach, beyond that, it purely depends on the participants on how they use it. It won't be like the ones you find in hotels or restaurants. This region is a tribal forest area and the washroom is in line with the village people.
Q: How many people will be participating in Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. The final count of participant depends on the number of people booking/cancelling the event. Generally, the batch size is approximately 25-35 participants.
Q. Can we pay in cash or instalment for Bhandardara Road Trip?
A. Sorry, we do not accept cash payments. Advance booking is mandatory with 100% payment. Bookings close once slots are sold out. Ideally booking needs to be done 4-5 days in advance.
Q. We are coming by our own vehicle, where should we reach?
A. You need to reach ‘Dogra Food Mall’ at the scheduled meeting time, the food mall is at 10 min driving distance from Kasara station. After this point cell-phone network coverage is bad and maybe our team wont be contactable on phone. You will be given exact map coordinates after you finish booking formalities. Open parking space is available near the campsite at your own risk.
Q: Will the Bhandardara Road Trip event be canceled if it rains?
A. As you are already aware that June-Sept are rainy-season months and the event is organized in these months with a clear understanding that it will rain. The event will not be canceled.
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- 90% will be refunded if canceled 15 days (360+ hrs) in advance.
- 75% will be refunded if canceled 10 days (240+ hrs) in advance.
- 50% will be refunded if canceled 05 days (120+ hrs) in advance.
- 0% refund if canceled in less than 05 days (120 hours) of the event date and time.
- 0% refund if the participant drops out, misses bus pickup, or does not reach the meeting point on the scheduled date and time.
- Rescheduling can be done free of cost if the rescheduling request is sent to us 120 hours prior to event date and time.
If the event itself gets canceled, you will be given the option to switch to any other event or any other date, Or you can opt for a 100% refund. If you need to reschedule your booking to any other available date, it can be done free of cost if the rescheduling request is sent 120 hours prior to the trek. From 0hrs - 120 hours prior to the trek date and time free rescheduling is not permitted. It will be counted as cancellation done in less than 120hours of the event date and time. It's a humble request, please do not give medical reasons, crib, argue or try to blackmail us if you drop out or cancel/reschedule the trek in the last 5 days.
The basis of the cancelation policy is to protect the participant and the organizers from undue financial losses arising out of unforeseen situations. If the event gets canceled due to the medical/personal emergency of the organising team member, the participants will not have to suffer financial loss. Similarly, if there is a medical/personal emergency at the participant's end, the organizing team will not have to suffer financial loss.
