Situated in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra and covering an area of about 120 km at a height of 3400 feet high up in the hills. There is a beautiful temple of Lord Shiva amidst the wilderness of the dense jungle which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India that attracts pilgrims and devotees.
Bhimashankar is of great religious importance and one can see flocks of devotees visiting here during the month of Shravan. It is said that Lord Shiva after getting angry, killed Rakshas Tripurasura. The heat generated from their war caused the origin of river Bhima. That is why it is called the Bhimashankar. The Bhimashankar temple is a composite of old and the new architecture. It is a modest yet graceful temple and it dates back to the 18th century.
Bhimashankar Hills Trek Information
We ascend via Ganesh ghat. There is Ganesh mandir en-route.
This is the halfway mark. The trail, after the two routes meet, is a steep climb through thick forest and lush green bushes. It leads directly to the top, where you find the Bhimashankar temple. You pass through a glimpse of history as you cross Paddar Killa - Padargad.
There is a streamlet route going down from the left of the temple. Via that route, we enter a thick jungle and come across the Sakshi Vinayak temple around 25 minutes. A route going toward the waterfall left of this temple leads to the “water sculpted” “Shiva Linga” under this waterfall. This is called the Gupt Bhimashankar.
When to visit Bhimashankar Trek
It is a moderate difficulty level trek which takes about 4 hours to ascend and 4 hours to descend via Shidi Ghat. The entire trail exudes a serene and rustic charm. While monsoon is the best time to do this trek, it can also be done in other seasons.
Batches -
Every Friday night and Saturday night departure batch available
Aug - 1st-2nd / 8th-9th / 15th-16th / 22nd-23rd .
Sept - 5th-6th/ 12th-13th/ 19th-20th/ 26th-27th.
Oct - 3rd-4th/ 10th-11th/ 17th-18th/ 24th-25th/ 31st
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What is included in the tour
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Private bus Travel (Non ac buses)
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Breakfast and tea
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Lunch(Veg)
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First aid
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Fun games during the bus journey
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Local Guide charges
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Evening Tea
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Entry charges
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Expertise from our team
What is NOT included in the tour
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Entry fee for foreign nationals
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Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
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All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered
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Any kind of personal expenses (camera charges, etc.)
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Any kind of cost that is not mentioned in the cost included above
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All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
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Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
What Makes This Tour Special
- The main highlight of this tour is the Bhimashankar Jungle Trail, a beautiful trek through the lush forests of the Western Ghats. During the monsoon, the trail comes alive with dense greenery, waterfalls, streams, misty landscapes, and abundant wildlife, making it a paradise for nature lovers and trekkers.
- Bhimashankar is a protected wildlife sanctuary, home to diverse flora and fauna, including the rare Indian Giant Squirrel (Shekru), the state animal of Maharashtra. The trail also offers opportunities to visit places like Gupt Bhimashankar, Sakshi Vinayak, and the origin of the Bhima River, depending on the group's pace and available time.
- The Bhimashankar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva, is an important pilgrimage site. However, the temple visit is optional and depends on the crowd, queue length, and the time available during the trek. During weekends and the Shravan season, waiting times can be several hours, so the temple visit cannot be guaranteed.
- This tour is specially designed for those who want to experience the Bhimashankar Jungle Trail, explore the rich biodiversity of the sanctuary, and enjoy one of Maharashtra's most scenic forest treks. If time permits after completing the trek, participants may also visit the Bhimashankar Temple.
Day 0 - Friday Night (Saturday Midnight):
Catch CSMT – Karjat slow train
- 12:24 am - CSMT
- 12:32 am - Byculla
- 12:42 am - Dadar
- 12:52 am - Kurla
- 01:18 am - Thane
- 01:42 am - Dombivli
- 01:52 am - Kalyan
- 02:45 am - Karjat
03:00 am - Reach Karjat and move towards base village by local vehicle.
04:00 am – Reach at base village.
04:30 am - Have breakfast.
05:30 am - Start trek towards Bhimashankar via Ganesh Ghat.
11:00 am - Reach at Bhimashankar. Visit temple. (there will be que for darshan)
12:30 pm - Lunch.
01:30 pm - Start return trek to Khandas via Ganesh Ghat.
06:30 pm - Reach at Khandas village and start return journey towards Karjat by local vehicle.
07:30 pm - Approx. arrival at Karjat.
1) Where is bhimashankar situated?
Pune - Bhīmāshankar Temple is a Jyotirlinga shrine located 50 km northwest of Khed (alias Rajguru Nagar), near Pune, in India. It is located 127 km from Shivaji Nagar (in Pune) in the Ghat region of the Sahyadri hills
2) How is Bhimashankar?
Bhimashankar, located about 100 km from Pune and 223 km from Mumbai, is a popular temple town. Bhimashankar is located in the village Bhorgiri in the ghat region of the Sahyadri range. Situated at a height of around 3250 feet, Bhimashankar is surrounded by hills and is covered by thick green rainforests.
3) How is the road from Mumbai to Bhimashankar?
The distance from Mumbai to Bhimashankar is about 223 km and takes around 5 hours by road.
4) What is the best time to visit bhimashankar?
The best season to visit Bhimashankar is the winter season. The temperature remains comfortable and is apt for visiting the wildlife and other places of interest in Bhimashankar. The best months to visit are October, November, December, January, February and March.
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5) Is bhimashankar a hill station?
Bhimashankar Hill Station. Bhimashankar hill station is a mind pleasing spot situated amidst lush green Bhimashankar hills. Nestled between Sahyadri Mountains, this place offers a scenic holiday destination. ... Location: 50 km North-West of Khed, Pune District, Maharashtra.
- 2/3 liters of water
- Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on the trek
- Good Torch must with an extra battery
- Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars
- Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets
- Proper backpack (No sling or Jolas)
- Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet
- Double pack your valuables/phones in plastic bags
- Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet
- Sun Cap and Sunscreen
- Personal First aid and Personal Medicine
- Identity Proof
- Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles
