Explore One-Day, Monsoon and Night Treks Near Pune
Pune sits right inside the Sahyadris, so guided treks near Pune are short drives away and bookable on BookMyShow from multiple organisers. Popular treks include Harishchandragad, Rajgad, Rajmachi, Visapur, Ratangad and Kalsubai fort climbs, plus Devkund, Kalu and Nanemachi waterfall treks and the Andharban jungle trail. Most depart from city pickup points such as the Shivaji Maharaj statue (Kothrud), Deccan Gymkhana, Shivajinagar and Shivaji Nagar railway station.
Treks near Pune at a glance
| Trek | Type | Difficulty | Approx. distance from Pune | Common start point | Best Season |
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| Andharban | Jungle (descent) | Easy to Moderate | about 70 km | Shivaji Maharaj statue | Monsoon |
| Bhimashankar | Forest + temple (985 m) | Moderate | about 110 km | Shivaji Maharaj statue | Monsoon |
| Ratangad | Fort (1,297 m) | Moderate | about 165 km | J.M. Corner / Deccan Gymkhana | Monsoon to winter |
| Katraj–Sinhagad | Night ridge trek | Moderate to Difficult | starts in city | Sinhgad Cultural Centre | Monsoon to winter |
| Aadrai | Jungle / rainforest | Easy to Moderate | about 130 km | Shivajinagar / Deccan Gymkhana | Monsoon |
| Kalsubai | Peak (1,646 m, highest in MH) | Moderate | about 160 km | Shivajinagar | Monsoon to winter |
| Rajgad | Fort (1,376 m) | Moderate | about 60 km | Shivajinagar | Monsoon to winter |
| Nanemachi | Waterfall | Easy | about 130 km | Deccan Gymkhana | Monsoon |
| Harihar Fort | Fort, rock-cut steps (~1,120 m) | Moderate to Difficult | about 260 km | Shivaji Maharaj statue | Monsoon |
| Harishchandragad | Fort / mountain (1,424 m) | Easy to Difficult (Depending on the route) | about 166 km | Shivaji Maharaj statue / Deccan Gymkhana | Monsoon to winter |
| Sandhan Valley | Canyon + rappelling | Moderate to Difficult | about 195 km | Shivajinagar | Post-monsoon to winter |
Why trek near Pune?
The monsoon, roughly June to September, is peak trekking season near Pune, when the Sahyadris turn green and seasonal waterfalls run. Fort treks such as Rajgad, Visapur and Harishchandragad are good from the monsoon through winter, while exposed and canyon routes are better in the drier months. Beginners should pick a short, well-marked trek, start early, and carry grip shoes and a rain cover in monsoon.
Fort treks near Pune
Harishchandragad Trek
- Where: Harishchandra range, Ahilyanagar district
- Peak elevation: about 1,424 m (4,672 ft)
- From Pune: about 166 km
- Trail: moderate to difficult; often an overnight trek
- Best window: monsoon to winter
- BMS pickup: Shivaji Maharaj statue / Deccan Gymkhana / Shivajinagar
- From: ~₹1,199 onwards
Rajgad Fort Trek
- Where: near Gunjavane, south-west of Pune
- Peak elevation: about 1,376 m (4,514 ft)
- From Pune: about 60 km
- Trail: moderate
- Best window: monsoon to winter
- BMS pickup: Starbucks, Shivajinagar
- From: ~₹1,499
Rajgad was the first capital of the Maratha empire under Shivaji, with the Balekilla, Padmavati and Sanjeevani Machi to explore. It is one of the most rewarding fort treks close to Pune. Book on BookMyShow: Rajgad Fort Trek.
Rajmachi Fort Trek
- Where: near Lonavala
- Peak elevation: about 826 m (2,710 ft)
- From Pune: about 82 km
- Trail: easy to moderate
- Best window: monsoon
- BMS pickup: Shivaji Nagar railway station
- From: ~₹589 onwards
Rajmachi pairs the twin forts of Shrivardhan and Manaranjan with the Kondana caves, and the plateau is a monsoon favourite with lush valleys and, at night, fireflies early in the season. Book on BookMyShow: Rajmachi Fort Trek by Tripbae.
Visapur Fort Trek
- Where: near Malavli, Lonavala
- Peak elevation: about 1,084 m (3,556 ft)
- From Pune: about 65 km
- Trail: easy to moderate
- Best window: monsoon to winter
- BMS pickup: Shivaji Nagar railway station / Deccan Gymkhana
- From: ~₹489 onwards
Ratangad Fort Trek
- Where: near Bhandardara
- Peak elevation: about 1,297 m
- From Pune: about 165 km
- Trail: moderate
- Best window: monsoon to winter
- BMS pickup: J.M. Corner / Deccan Gymkhana / Shivajinagar
- From: ~₹849 onwards
Kalsubai Trek
- Where: Bari village, Ahilyanagar district
- Peak elevation: 1,646 m (highest peak in Maharashtra)
- From Pune: about 160 km
- Trail: challenging; ladders near the summit
- Best window: monsoon to winter
- BMS pickup: Starbucks, Shivajinagar
- From: ~₹1,449
Waterfall and jungle treks near Pune
Devkund Waterfall Trek
- Where: near Bhira, Tamhini region
- From Pune: about 120 km
- Trail: easy to moderate one-day trek
- Best window: monsoon
- BMS pickup: Shivaji Maharaj statue / Shivajinagar / Savarkar Kendra
- From: ~₹859 onwards
Kalu Waterfall Trek
- Where: near the Malshej region
- From Pune: about 130 km
- Trail: moderate; steep in peak rain
- Best window: monsoon
- BMS pickup: Shivaji Maharaj statue / Savarkar Kendra
- From: ~₹859 onwards
Aadrai Jungle Trek
- Where: near Malshej Ghat / Khireshwar
- From Pune: about 130 km
- Trail: moderate rainforest trail with river crossings
- Best window: monsoon
- BMS pickup: Starbucks, Shivajinagar / Deccan Gymkhana
- From: ~₹1,399
Andharban Jungle Trek
- Where: Tamhini Ghats, near Pimpri dam
- From Pune: about 70 km
- Trail: easy to moderate; a descending forest trail (~13 to 16 km)
- Best window: monsoon
- BMS pickup: Shivaji Maharaj statue
- From: ~₹859 onwards
Night and adventure treks near Pune
Katraj to Sinhagad Night Trek
- Where: Katraj to Sinhagad ridge, on Pune's edge
- From Pune: starts within the city
- Trail: long ridge night trek across several hillocks
- Best window: year-round; popular in monsoon and winter
- BMS pickup: Sinhgad Cultural Centre
- From: ~₹899
The Katraj-to-Sinhagad ("K2S") ridge is Pune's classic night trek, a long undulating walk across hilltops that finishes at Sinhagad fort for sunrise. It needs stamina but no technical skill. Book on BookMyShow: Katraj To Sinhagad Night Trek.
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One-day, monsoon and night treks near Pune
Most treks near Pune are one-day formats that leave early morning and return by evening, ideal for a weekend without leave. Waterfall and jungle treks such as Devkund, Kalu and Andharban peak in the monsoon; fort treks such as Rajgad, Visapur and Harishchandragad are good from the monsoon through winter. The Katraj-to-Sinhagad ridge is the go-to night trek. Beginners should pick a short, well-marked trek and carry water, a cap and grip shoes.
Book your Pune trek online
BookMyShow lists treks from several organisers with a single, secure checkout and multiple payment options. Compare distance, pickup point and price across listings, then book your trekking tickets in Pune online — from a short Visapur fort climb to an overnight Kalsubai or Sandhan Valley trek.