5 Easy Treks near Pune to Experience Monsoon with Nature

[Ram Theurkar]

Pune is one of the most beautiful city of Maharashtra which is covered by lush green hills, waterfalls, and ghats with pleasant climate. Sahayadri mountain range with lakes, forts and lush green forest is a paradise for people who love trekking. Monsoon is an ideal time to go for a trek and walk in the midst of nature. Once you decided to take car on rent in Pune you can then relax or stop a cab according to your convenience.

Trekking Attraction near Pune

Monsoon is when you come out of your comfort zone and ready for a fun-filled treks. Beautiful Sahyadri ranges have some amazing trekking destination.

Lohagad Fort: Lohagad Fort is one of the best place for trekking near Pune. You will get fantastic views from the top of Lohagad as most of its structure is still intact. A prime attraction of this fort is Vinchu Kata, a spot resembling the tail of a scorpion.

Distance from Pune — 77 Km

Height — 3389 Feet

Time for trekking — 1 Hour

Difficulty level — Easy

                                                  Lohagad Fort

Rajmachi Trek: Rajmachi is the place which you can not miss in monsoon. If you havent been at Rajmachi ever, then just pack your bags and head to this beautiful fort. Beautiful scenic view from the peak point will take your breath away.

Distance from Pune — 80 Km

Height — 2700 Feet

Time for trekking — 1 Hour

Difficulty level — Easy

                                                Rajmachi Trek

Kalsubai Peak Trek: Kalsubai peak is the highest peak in Maharashtra. The everest of the Sahyadris, this peak is a dream of every avid trekker to climb it at least once.The trek takes just over 4 hours from the base village, with well-marked trails.

Distance from Pune — 176 Km

Height — 5400 Feet

Time for trekking — 3 to 4 Hours

Difficulty level — Easy

                                               Kalsubai Peak Trek

Sinhagad Fort: This is the most frequently visited place near Pune. Favourite destination for trekking in Pune, People can trek anytime of the day from a village besides Khadakwasla Lake to Sinhagad Fort. One of the must have is the zhunka bhakri, a local delicacy to conclude the trek experience.

Distance from Pune — 30 Km

Height — 4429 Feet

Time for trekking — 45 Minutes

Difficulty level — Easy

                                            Sinhagad Fort

Tikona Trek: Situated in Maval, Tikona also known as Vitandgad is a hill fort. Tikona fort, literally means triangle fort, it is a great trekking destination for the trekkers. It is among most amazing trek spots near Pune. It offers a magnificent view of its twin fort Tung, Bhedse caves and Trimbakeshwar temple.

Distance from Pune — 70 Km

Height — 3500 Feet

Time for trekking — 1 ½–2 Hours

Difficulty level — Easy

After a tiring long trek, the happiness you feel after completing your trek is a feeling that cannot be explained until experienced. Cars on rent in Pune will help you to reach safely near the base and then you can start your adventurous trek with full enthusiasm. When you finish exhausting trek car rental in Pune would be an ideal option to get back to your place.