The trek through Andharban is one of the most refreshing treks in the Sahyadri region. The name ‘Andharban’ is a compound word, coming from Andhar, meaning ‘dark’, and ban, which means ‘forest’. Literally the ‘dark forest’, Andharban is a trail through dense overgrowth, with beautiful views of the Devkund waterfall, Plus Valley and the Tamhini Ghat along the way. Scattered throughout with numerous small streams and waterfalls, it is a descending trek – it begins at an elevation of approximately 2,160 feet in the Sahyadri mountains and descends down into the valley, to reach the backwaters of the Bhira Dam.

Weekend Thrill here provides the day trek for Andharban, although it remains open the whole day. In fact, people sometimes treat this as a night trek as well, the only extra precaution being that they need to carry torches and be extra careful to the trail. However, in case if you are going here for the first time, it is always recommended that to have trek during the day.

Highlights of the Andharban trek:

• Trek through the deep forest that becomes almost dark when it’s blanketed under the dense fog
• Get the enchanting view of the Bhira Dam and Plus valley through clearings on the trek.
• Hypnotic Kundalika Valley View
• Visit Tamhini Ghat
• Spot 4-5 small but beautiful waterfalls on the way