Devkund Waterfall Monsoon Trek

Overview

• Want to explore the secret serene place away from the mundane cacophony of the city? Let’s embark on one of the most beloved one-day treks in Maharashtra - The Devkund Waterfall trek. It is nature’s hidden gem, found in the middle of a dense forest, also named Devkund. It is located in Bhira village, near Kolad, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. The waterfall lies on the Western ghats of Maharashtra It is close to Tamhini Ghat - a mountain passage in the crest of the Sahyadri ranges in Maharashtra. Tamhini Ghat is famous for its alluring landscape filled with sprawling valleys dense forests, and some of the prettiest waterfalls, riverbeds, and lakes.
• Devkund waterfall Trek is about 170 km from Mumbai and 110 km from Pune. The journey to the base village is about 7 hours long from Mumbai and 5 hours long from Pune. It can be easily accessed through Mumbai Pune Expressway.
• Devkund is a rare plunge waterfall in Maharashtra. It is a beautiful amalgamation of three waterfalls and is said to be the origin of the Kundalika River. The height of the Devkund Waterfall Trek is 2700 ft. approx. The waterfall tumbles down with a strong gush on the rocky surface right into a natural pool of turquoise waters. The fresh waterfall flows throughout the year, making it one of the few perennial waterfalls in Maharashtra.
• Devkund, also known as the “Bathing Pond of Gods”, this mystical fall also holds mythological significance and is considered sacred by locals. Some of the beautiful treks like Tamhini Ghats, Andharban, etc fall under this area.
• The Devkund Waterfall trek distance is about 5-6 Kms on one side. It involves moderate trekking of 4 hours with an easy difficulty level. The trek route is plain in the majority of the portions, with some medium ascent of 300 ft at the end of the trail. The route to the secluded falls is an enchanting one as it meanders through lush jungles, gushing rivers, tiny hamlets, and mountain valleys. The terrain gets rocky and muddy in many places. It crosses 3-4 streams and vast open fields along the way. Along the path, there are cute little man-made wooden bridges to cross the waters. En route to Devkund, trekkers come across a hydroelectric power generating dam called Mulshi Dam, Or Tata Power Dam, in the quaint village of Bhira. The hydroelectric plant of Bhira was the third plant installed by the Tata Power Company Ltd in 1927. If you are lucky, you will catch a glimpse of picture-perfect sunrise against the backdrop of huge mountains, lush greenery, and glistening waters. The trek from Bhira to the waterfalls in Devkund will take around, 2 hours. When you finally arrive at the destination, you can witness the magic of white water cascading down from heights of 80 meters against a rocky surface creating a natural pool of approximately 30 diameters. The whole ambiance is so pure and pleasant.
• Dip your feet in cool waters and enjoy the natural therapy that will lift your spirits. As the sun beams on the beautiful blue waters, you will know you have found your paradise. Be ready for some brilliant Insta-worthy snaps as the place looks so pristine, it's a scene straight from a fairy tale.
• Devkund waterfall is an ideal getaway for anyone wanting an escape from the humdrum & hustle of chaotic city life.
  
  
  

Trek Details:

• Base Village: Bhira
• Height: 2,700 ft
• Trek Route: Jungle trail with water streams
• Trek Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Trek Endurance: Medium
• Trek Length: 6-8 km Approx.
• Trek Location: Patnus, Mangaon, Raigad, Pune, Maharashtra 402308
• Trek Best Time: June to December
• Distance from Mumbai: 130 km
• Distance from Pune: 100 km
• Distance from Lonavala: 83 km

Why Trekhievers for Devkund Trek ?

• 10+ years experience in organizing Devkund Waterfall Trek with all safety protocols.
• Served over 1000+ customers last year with amazing reviews.
• We provide delicious lunch meals at a resort property with hygienic washrooms for post-trek changing.
• We provide one trek leader for every group of 10 people
• We will donate a partial amount of your fee for the village development.

Batches :

• June: 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th,
• July: 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th 29th,
• August: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 109th, 25th, 26th
• September: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
• October: 6th, 7th, 13rd, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th
• Note: We need a minimum of 10 people to operate Friday batches, if not then it will be shifted to the Saturday batch.

Event Fees:

• Mumbai: 1500/-
• Pune: 1300/-
• Base Village: 799/-
• ( Click here to Book Now )
• ( Mumbai Pickup: Borivali, Malad, Goregaon, Andheri, Bandra, Sion, Chembur, Vashi, Nerul, Kharghar, Kalamboli McD )
• ( Pune Pickup: Starbucks FC Road, Wakad bridge )

Detailed Itinerary

MUMBAI -

• Batch 1- Friday 10:00 PM to Saturday 10:00 PM
• Batch 2- Saturday 10:00 PM to Sunday 10:00 PM

Day 1:

• 10:00 PM: Report to The Trekleaders at Borivali National park (https://goo.gl/maps/qvxmxjK8Tmn5JgScA)
• 10:05 PM: Samta nagar police station, Kandivali (https://goo.gl/maps/kRgGJ9XvYK3d8FWAA)
• 10:15 PM: Sufi Irani Cafe, Goregaon (https://goo.gl/maps/4ZTNqab65pKPDoNC9)
• 10:30 PM: Hanuman Road Bus Stop Andheri (https://goo.gl/maps/SWKWuGMXSWgajCsSA)
• 10:45 PM: Kalanagar Bust Stop, Bandra (https://goo.gl/maps/jGkGpBZrRto5gRTJ9)
• 11:00 PM: Neeta Volvo, Sion (https://goo.gl/maps/iidWMx1DKGybV9jC9)
• 11:10 PM: Mankhurd Vashi Link Road (https://goo.gl/maps/m6TtFVkCkHd6MdKr7)
• 11:30 PM: Vashi (under the bridge) (https://goo.gl/maps/3dpGHKPvf49FgJj6A)
• 11:45 PM: Nerul LP (https://goo.gl/maps/tpntbzeYVijHQieF7)
• 11:55 PM: Kharghar station (https://goo.gl/maps/y7hNW9wxMV7tByPr5)

Day 2:

• 12:15 AM: Kalamboli McD (https://goo.gl/maps/F4bqaobJhjcPQ8zK9)
• 04:00 AM: Reach Base Village (Patnus), Get freshen up. You can have rest for sometime in bus.
• 05:00 AM: Have Breakfast
• 06:00 AM: With all your belongings along with you, get into Bus and reach at base Village (Bhira)- The start point of the Trek which is 10 mins journey from Patnus.
• 06:30 AM: Post briefing by Trekleaders, Start the trek towards Devkund Waterfall through jungle trail with water streams.
• 08:30 AM: Reach at the waterfall, Keep your bags Carefully at one common point as per the instructions given by Trekleaders and enjoy with a group
• 10:30 AM: Start return trek towards the base village (Bhira).
• 01:00 PM: As per the instructions given by Trekleaders, reach at the start point of the trek where our Bus was Parked. Get into the bus and Leave towards our Resort Property. base village and have Lunch.
• 01:30 PM: Reach the Resort Property. Get freshen up and have Delicious Lunch.
• 03:00 PM: Start return journey to Mumbai.
• 10:00 PM: Reach Mumbai. (Arrival Time is subjective to Pace of the Group and Road Traffic conditions)

PUNE -

• Batch 1- Friday 11:00 PM to Saturday 08:00 PM
• Batch 2- Saturday 11:00 PM to Sunday 08:00 PM

Day 1:

• 11:00 PM: Report to The Trekleaders at Fergusson College Main Gate, FC Road. (Opposite to Starbucks)
•  (https://goo.gl/maps/53XNsyDPwcSVReZW9)
• 11:20 PM: Bremen Chowk, Aundh (Near Shivneri Bus Stop)
• 11:30 PM: Pickups from Wakad-Hinjewadi Flyover (Sukhwani Indian Oil Petrol Pump) (https://goo.gl/maps/bwg9SECAAx7JRXPG9)

Day 2:

• 04:00 AM: Reach Base Village (Patnus), Get freshen up. You can have rest for sometime in bus.
• 05:00 AM: Have Breakfast
• 06:00 AM: With all your belongings along with you, get into Bus and reach at base Village (Bhira)- The start point of the Trek Which is 10 mins journey from Patnus.
• 06:30 AM: Post briefing by Trekleaders, Start the trek towards Devkund Waterfall through Jungle trail with water streams.
• 08:30 AM: Reach at the waterfall, Keep your bags Carefully at one common point as per the instructions given by Trekleaders and enjoy with a group
• 10:30 AM: Start return trek towards the base village (Bhira).
• 01:00 PM: As per the instructions given by Trekleaders, reach at the start point of the trek where our Bus was Parked. Get into the bus and Leave towards our Resort Property. base village and have Lunch.
• 01:30 PM: Reach the Resort Property. Get freshen up and have Delicious Lunch.
• 03:00 PM: Start return journey to Pune.
• 08:00 PM: Reach Pune. (Arrival Time is subjective to Pace of the Group and Road Traffic conditions)

Inclusions:

• Private Bus Transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai & Pune to Pune as per govt COVID guidelines
• Breakfast & Tea
• Lunch ( Veg Thali )
• Trek Leader Charges.
• Trek Expertise Charges.
• Forest Entry Charges.
• First Aid Charges.

Exclusions:

• Travel till pickup points
• 5% GST on Booking Tickets
• Any kind of personal expense like Mineral water/lime water/ Soft Drinks/ Extra snacks or meals that are not Mentioned in the inclusions, purchased for personal consumption
• Any kind of cost which is not mentioned and included in the inclusion of this package.
• All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
• Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
• Insurance

Things to carry:

• (Highly Required and Mandatory Things)
• ID proof
• backpack (waterproof or covered with waterproof cover)
• trekking shoes or any sports shoes with a Good grip
• Trekking pants (compulsory), 2 T-Shirts (Preferably full sleeves or Half T-shirt with sleeves), Raincoat/ waterproof jacket/ windcheater, Handnapkin/Towel, Two pair of Socks etc.
• Water 2-3 liters.
• Ready-to-eat food like plum cakes, Dry fruits, dry snacks and biscuits, Chikki, chocolate bars, etc.
• Torch
• Personal Medicines and Personal First aid
• (Required but Optional Things)
• To change after trekking - Facewash, Extra pants/ shorts, Extra T-shirt, sleeper/ floaters, an extra bag to carry your trekking shoes, innerwear, etc
• Sweater For bus journey
• Electoral or Glucose D powder.
• Portable Phone Charger, Earphones, etc.
• Sun protection cap, sunglasses, Sunscreen lotion, toothbrush-toothpaste, etc
• Proper face mask or shield
• Sanitizer
• Extra Pair of clothes.
• (Note: Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant, this will protect your body and skin from Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles, etc)

Reporting Point :

Mumbai :

• 10:00 PM: Borivali National park (https://goo.gl/maps/qvxmxjK8Tmn5JgScA)
• 10:05 PM: Samta nagar police station, Kandivali (https://goo.gl/maps/kRgGJ9XvYK3d8FWAA)
• 10:15 PM: Sufi Irani Cafe, Goregaon (https://goo.gl/maps/4ZTNqab65pKPDoNC9)
• 10:30 PM: Hanuman Road Bus Stop Andheri (https://goo.gl/maps/SWKWuGMXSWgajCsSA)
• 10:45 PM: Kalanagar Bust Stop, Bandra (https://goo.gl/maps/jGkGpBZrRto5gRTJ9)
• 11:00 PM: Neeta Volvo, Sion (https://goo.gl/maps/iidWMx1DKGybV9jC9)
• 11:10 PM: Mankhurd Vashi Link Road (https://goo.gl/maps/m6TtFVkCkHd6MdKr7)
• 11:30 PM: Vashi (under the bridge) (https://goo.gl/maps/3dpGHKPvf49FgJj6A)
• 11:45 PM: Nerul LP (https://goo.gl/maps/tpntbzeYVijHQieF7)
• 11:55 PM: Kharghar station (https://goo.gl/maps/y7hNW9wxMV7tByPr5)
• 12:15 AM: Kalamboli McD (https://goo.gl/maps/F4bqaobJhjcPQ8zK9)

Pune :

• 11:00 PM: Furgussion College (https://goo.gl/maps/53XNsyDPwcSVReZW9)
• 11:20 PM: Bremen Chowk
• 11:30 PM: Wakad bridge (https://goo.gl/maps/bwg9SECAAx7JRXPG9)

Return Arrival:

• 10:00 PM at Borivali on Sunday.
• 08:00 PM at Fergusson College on Sunday.

Return time is subjective to the speed of the group, Road traffic in return, or any unwanted circumstances beyond our control and can be delayed. Please inform your family members accordingly.

How to book?

• Scroll down to the "BOOK NOW" button and click it.
• Select your departure date from the calendar and proceed.
• Select your ticket type and quantity. (If you have a coupon code, apply at this stage)
• Fill out our personal details and proceed.
• Select your payment type (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking) and proceed.
• Once your tickets are booked, you will receive tickets along with the WhatsApp group link via email. Click on the link to join the WhatsApp group.
• Further details about the trip will be shared on that WhatsApp group 1-2 days prior to the trip.

Things to do Devkund Waterfall Trek:

• For adrenaline junkies, some few kilometers from Devkund lies Kundailaka river, famous for river rafting in Maharashtra.
• Not a fan of extreme adventures? No worries as you can indulge in kayaking on the calm waters of the river.
• The place near Bhira dam along the way is an ideal location to camp amidst the lap of nature.
• For exploring rural life, the tiny villages nearby are perfect to observe the lifestyle, culture, and traditions of Maharashtra.
• The whole trek gives ample opportunities to indulge in nature photography, vlogging, blogging, and simply connecting with nature.
• There are many other amazing trekking locations nearby like Andharban, Ghangad & Tamhini Ghats which can be explored on foot.

Places to visit near Devkund Waterfall:

• Tata Power Dam at Bhira
• Kundailika River
• Andharban Trek endpoint
• Tamhini Ghats

How to reach Devkund Waterfall:

• It is a few hours drive to reach the Devkund waterfall trek from Mumbai and Pune. There are many public and private transportation means that connect the town with the cities. You can either take a bus, or cab or drive to the Bhira village through Karjat-Pali- Bhira route. One can also opt to travel by local transport. In that case, board a CST local to Karjat. Take a bus from Karjat to Pali and another bus to Bhira. The place can be easily accessed through Mumbai Pune Expressway as well. The distance from Mumbai to Devkund waterfall is about 170 km and 1the distance from Pune to Devkund waterfall is 110 km. Trekkers from Mumbai and Pune are assigned various pickup points from where they will be transported in a private bus.

Covid Guidelines :

• Mask and maintaining social distance with others are mandatory throughout the trip.
• Buses will be fully sanitized before use.
• Carrying your own sanitizers, gloves, face shield and mask is compulsory.
• Food will be freshly cooked and packed as per WHO guidelines.

Trekhievers Policies:

• Seats will be reserved only after Online booking with full payment.
• Fees paid are non-refundable but transferable to another person for the same event.
• The complete schedule of the trek will be given later to registered participants on the WhatsApp group
• Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule of the event in case it is required due to and according to any technical, environmental circumstances like govt. rules and regulations, weather, etc
• Organizers hold the right to cancel any event and refund with prior notice to the participants
• We strictly follow a no alcohol, no drugs, and no litter policy.

Cancellation Policy:

• 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
• 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
• No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date
• No show No Refund.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
• Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.

Contact details:

• Mukesh -7387642734 | Vrutti - 7304236273 | Pravin - 7208620046 | Akshay - 7397823876
  
  
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Disclaimer:

• The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.