• 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.

• 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.

• How is the road from Pune to Bhimashankar?

The distance from Pune to Bhimashankar is about 110 km and takes around 3 hours and 23 minutes by road.

• How can I go to Bhimashankar from Lonavala by bus?

Lonavala is located around 38 KM away from Bhimashankar so if you travel at the consistent speed of 50 KM per hour you can reach Bhimashankar in 2 hours and 23 minutes. Your Bhimashankar travel time may vary due to your bus speed, train speed or depending upon the vehicle you use.

• 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.

• 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.

• How many steps are there in Bhimashankar temple?

It will be 300 steps and very wide steps. I think you can walk. The Chair facility is available for Rs 400 or 500. 4 persons will carry you and again bring upstairs. Bhorgiri is one of the most scenic locations in Maharashtra. Bhorgiri is a very small village. There are hills on the three side of the village & one of the hills has Bhorgiri fort and caves. Bhorgiri to Bhimashankar is the perfect trek for Beginners. Bhorgiri to Bhimashankar trek goes through dense jungle. One can see Giant Squirrel during the trek. The trek route is through dense jungle and provides many opportunities for nature lovers and particularly Photographers!!! It’s a plain Jungle walk of around 3 Hours which ends at “Gupta Bhimashankar”. One has to pass the Streams & waterfall to reach the Bhimashankar Temple. A serene journey through gurgling waterfalls!!! Bhorgiri is a small village about 90 kms from Pune.

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1. Cancellation More Than 24 Hours Before Departure

If you cancel your trek more than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, a 30% cancellation charge will be applicable. The remaining amount will be processed according to the applicable refund policy.

2. Cancellation Within 12 Hours or On-the-Spot Cancellation

For cancellations made within 12 hours of the scheduled departure, or in case of an on-the-spot cancellation / no-show, no refund will be provided.

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• Used for another Trekfit Adventures event within the next 3 months, subject to availability and applicable price differences.

• Transferred to a friend or another participant.

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• Police restrictions

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40% of the booking amount will be refunded.

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In case the planned trek cannot be conducted, our trek leaders will make every possible effort to arrange an alternative nearby trek, subject to:

• Availability

• Weather conditions

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This option will be provided whenever operationally feasible, allowing participants to still enjoy their planned weekend adventure.

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