Andharban Trek
10 people recommendvia r/pune·11 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Andharban is a dense-forest trek near Pune that commenters recommend for its valley and waterfall views, and a couple of travellers say it is manageable even for beginners, with one calling it one of the best forest treks they have done. A couple of commenters suggest timing the visit around the monsoon or the weeks after, when clouds and mountain streams make it especially scenic. It works as a day trip, but one traveller says weekends get very crowded, so avoid them if you can. One visitor notes there is no dedicated parking, so people park near small hotels.
Address
Andharban Darkforest Trek Trail Starting point (Andharban woods), Dam Andharban, Pimpri, Maharashtra 412108, India
At a glance
- Best for
- Treks, Views, Waterfalls
- Known for
- Dense forest trail, Valley and waterfall views
- Crowds
- Crowded
- Best time to go
- Monsoon
- Distance by road
- 71 km
- Typical drive
- Under 2 hours
- Trip length
- Day trip
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Describes Andharban as a famous trek near Pune with dense forest, valley and waterfall views, sharing photos from the trail.
A friend who is a complete trekking beginner did Andharban and had a great experience, booking through a trek group.
Suggests Andharban as a one-day trip.
Lists Andharban among treks and advises going with an organization if nobody knows the correct route.
Suggests Andarban in Mulshi as a trek option.
Lists Andharban among scenic spots to visit near Pune.
Recommends visiting Kundalika Valley; says the drive past Paud gaon is breathtaking.
Calls it a tough eight-hour trek, but says the Pundalika Valley view made it completely worth it.
Did the trek and says it is decent for beginners and takes about four hours.
Calls it one of the best forest treks done so far and says monsoon is the best time to visit.
Had mixed views on it.
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Freshness
Last verified 20/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.