Bhandardara Hill Station Package

Package Overview

Bhandardara – Nestled among the Sahayadri Hills, Bhandardara has all the makings of a beautiful holiday resort. Sky-high mountains, roaring waterfalls and lush greenery throughout the year, attract tourists from all over. The best way to get to the hill station is by road from Mumbai. (180 km), enjoying the scenic beauty of the Kasara Ghat and tasting the local food at the highway side Dhabbas. Just a few miles after Igatpuri take a right turn and enter a small town know as Ghoti. Then take a single narrow road to reach to the top of the hill which takes hardly an hour of your time. But this 1 hr journey will be a treat to the nature lover. Lots of greenery around, sight of mountains covered with fog/clouds, and breath taking beautiful valley will sweep you off your feet there are lots of attractions in and around the hill station. To name a few: Wislon dam, Arthur lake, Ratangarh fort, Amruteshwar Temple etc .As legend has it, ShriAgasti Rishi meditated here for a year, surviving only on water and air. Pleased with this display of devotion. God came down to Earth and blessed Shri Agasti Rishi with a stream of the Ganga River, which is now known as the Pravara River.

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : MUMBAI / PUNE – BHANDARDARA

  MUMBAI / PUNE – BHANDARDARA

• Day 2 : BHANDARDARA

  After breakfast at hotel proceed for full day sightseeing featuring –
  
  Wilson Dam
  
  Built in 1910 on the Pravara-River and standing 150 mts high, Wilson Dam is the largest earthen dam in India. At the base of Wilson Dam there is a garden endowed with thick greenery, streams and gigantic trees- the latter, home to hundreds of harmless fruit bats that hand precariously from the branches all through the day. During the monsoon, when the level of the lake rises, the dam opens its gates to release a torrent of water that find its way down to the plains below.
  
  
  
  You could stand at the edge of the garden embankment and enjoy the cool spray, or visit the picturesque Umbrella Falls, which are another major attraction during the monsoon.
  
  Arthur Lake
  
  The lake is fed by Pravara River and is around 10 Km from the town. Boating in deep and clear water of the wondrous lake with sights of clouds covered mountains on the background is truly breathtaking. Local people ply row boat for the tourists and per ride per person they charge Rs.20/-
  
  Mount Kalsubai
  
  At 1,646 mts, Mount Kasugai is the highest peak in Maharashtra A favorite of trekkers; it had great strategic importance during the Maratha wars as an observation post. There is a small temple at the top with an old well in its backyard. It is said that the water level in the well has never dropped below 3ft.The peak can be seen on the way from Ghoti to Bandardara, full of fog and clouds it’s a delight to watch it and lose yourself in its beauty.
  
  Ratangarh Fort
  
  This ancient fort was captured by Shivaji and is believed to be one of his favorite. It’s very popular among trekkers and nature lovers and offers breathe taking views from the top. The trek starts from a small and ancient temple, Ratanvadi. According to local legend, the water in the temple never falls below 3 ft and the Shivlinga is always covered with water throughout the year. It’s also believed to be source of a river. Hire a guide from the temple (Rs. 200). Guide is the only person who knows the way to the top. Without him you will be a rudderless ship. More than 5 streams have to be crossed on the way to the top. Take something to eat preferably candies to give instant energy and water is a must unless you are comfortable drinking stream water. The whole trek takes around 5-6 hrs and its worth going for it. It’s a once in a life time experience and you will get refreshed on reaching the top. There is small temple in a cave just before the most difficult terrain begins. The top of the mountain offers breathtaking view of the whole valley.

• Day 3 : BHANDARDARA DEPARTURE

  After breakfast, check out from hotel and depart to Mumbai / Pune, on arrival drop at Airport or Railway Station to board for your next destination.

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing

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* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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