About Lonavala to Bhimashankar Trek
Lonavala to Bhimashankar is known to be one of the ancient trek routes in the Sahyadri ranges. This old route shall put your endurance level to test. This a life changing experience, and worth every effort that you put in every stride. Hills and downhill, plateaus and long vast plateaus, dense forest of Karvi plants, ever-changing route, breath taking beauty. One of the most amazing trekking experiences we must say. If you’re lucky you may see the Karvi flower bloom this year after 7 years.
LoBhi Trek Details
- Distance to be covered 70 km approx.
- Lonavala Bhimashankar Trek Difficulty level Medium
- Endurance level High - Previous trekking experience required.
Lonavala Bhimashankar (LoBhi) Range Trek Itinerary
Day 0 – Friday (night)
Train options from Mumbai
LTT Kurla-Coimbatore Exp 11013
22.35 LTT
00.45 Lonavala
Siddheshwar Express 12115
22.45 CSMT
01.15 Lonavala
Bijapur-Shirdi Fast Passenger 51033
22.55 CSMT
01.52 Lonavala
Day 1 – Saturday
02.00 After introduction round leave from Lonavala for Valvand Village.
07.00 Breakfast at Valvand village. We shall have our pack lunch under a shade on the way.
Reach Savla/Padarwadi. Dinner and stay.
Day 2 – Sunday
05.00 Wake-up call.
06.00 Start early morning journey after breakfast.
13.00 Reach Bhimashankar, Lunch at Bhimashankar.
14:00 Descend Bhimashankar by Ganesh ghat.
18:00 Reach Khandas.
18:30 Reach Karjat.
What is included in the tour
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2 veg Breakfast, 1 veg Lunch, 1 veg Dinner and 2 evening refreshments.
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Travel from Khandas to Karjat.
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Treks and Trails expertise charges.
What is NOT included in the tour
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Travel cost from Mumbai/Pune to Lonavala.
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Travel cost from Karjat to Mumbai/Pune.
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Lunch for day 1.
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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.
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Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes 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.
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3 liters of water.
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Lunch for day 1.
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Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.
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Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.
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Good Torch must with extra batteries.
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Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek.
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Sleeping material. (sleeping bag or 2 bedsheets).
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Identity Proof.
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Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.
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Extra pair of clothes.
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Extra pair of socks.
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A plate, mug, spoon.
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Towel, napkins.
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2-3 bunch of papers.
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Proper backpack to carry all things. (No sling bag, No jholas).
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Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
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Double pack your valuables / phones in plastic bags.
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Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet.
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Sun Cap and Sunscreen.
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Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.