When nature is at its best and blooms like never before, the monsoon season is the best time to go on the Devkund Falls Trek. If you want to experience the greatest of nature's richness while engaging in the thrilling activity of hiking to the waterfall, the months of June to August are the best. Additionally, the time mentioned above period has gushing streams and a pool where you can take a refreshing dip to escape the heat.

The Devkund falls Trek takes around three hours one way; it is 6 kilometres in length one way. The route is always crowded during the rainy season, making it challenging to navigate faster.

The pristine Devkund waterfall is easily accessible from adjacent cities like Mumbai and Pune. Numerous public and private transportation options connect the Devkund Waterfall with the towns.

You can either drive, take a cab, or take a bus to the village of Bhira in the Raigad area and hike to the waterfall from there. Additionally, the Devkund Waterfall Trek package from Treks and Trails offers free pickup and dropoff from the selected locations in Mumbai and Pune.

The Devkund Waterfall is a great place to visit. It has many names but is more popularly known as the Devkund. It is a relatively new place to visit and has some magnificent views. It has a lot of history to it as well and was a centre of interest for the Locals.

Devkund Waterfall Trek is moderately complex; you need decent stamina and endurance for this hike. There are many hazards on this Trek, like river crossing, streams, unpredictable weather, and rockfalls, and the waterfall area is a strict no for swimming.

To ensure that your experience on the Devkund Waterfalls Trek is as enjoyable and memorable as possible, you should bring the following items:

• Three litres of water in reuseable water bottles
• Load-bearing hiking boots
• A decent torch with a spare battery
• A mat or bed sheet for sleeping
• Snack Bars or energy drinks
• Poncho or Raincoat or umbrella for whatever time it rains
• Water-resistant or Waterproof dry bag
• Sunscreen cream
• Eyewear
• Sun protection with a scarf or hat
• Any personal medications
• ID Verification
• Comfy clothing and the second set of clothes to change into if it rains
• A cream that repels mosquitoes
• Wear full sleeves clothes to avoid mosquitos bites

Before making plans for this fantastic event, you should bear the following in mind. Dress comfortably and don appropriate trekking footwear. We employ a local guide and our trek leader because the walk can be perplexing and requires navigating through dense forest and a dam's backwaters.

Swimming is not permitted at the waterfall; the waterfalls undercurrents are powerful and lead to drowning every season. Camping near the waterfall is not allowed. However, camping near the reservoir is permitted.

Carry mosquito repellent, rain gear, and an extra set of clothes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available at the base village, and however, you can get tea, lemonade, or some snacks like poha at the small huts along the way.

Devkund Waterfall Trek is located 110 kilometres away from Pune. It takes four to five hours to cover this distance. Depending on the traffic on the Tamhini ghat and road conditions.

You can find many beautiful trekking trails in Pune; some are famous for their location and others for the dense forests and wildlife. If you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and at the same time be surrounded by some of the most luxuriant forests, then this Trek is for you.

While the primary community of Bhira itself has several homestay and camping alternatives, you can also look into other places before settling on one. There are many hotels and resorts in and near Kolad, and they all have convenient locations, making them the best and most comfortable choices.

By Air: Pune and Mumbai are home to the closest airports, each 110 and 170 kilometres apart.

By Railroad: There are two local railroad stations. One is located 30 kilometres at the Mangaon Railway Station or Nagothane, and the other is located 83 kilometres away at the Lonavala Railway Station.

By Road: You can also travel there by road, using either a rental car or public transportation to reach the Bhira village. The local bus is available from Pali village to Patnus village, and the Pali bus depot is well connected to Khopoli, Mangaon, Roha and Nagothane.

The Tamhini Ghat Devkund waterfall is an excellent surrounding for a fun-filled outing with buddies or family. Here, many uncharted terrains are just waiting to be found. Although it is a remote location, you won't find it too far away inconvenient. At Devkund, there are many places to stay, thrilling adventure activities to partake in, and beautiful scenery. You can trek to Sarasgad Fort, Sudhagad Fort, Andharban Forest, Khajina Waterfall or enjoy river rafting at Kolad. It is undoubtedly a must-see!

Devkund Waterfalls at Tamhini Ghat is a popular trek to enjoy the place's scenic beauty. You can make a one-day and one-night trip to the falls.

• Distance from Pune: 110 km
• Distance from Mumbai: 170 km
• Distance from Lonavala: 52 km
• Mangaon railway station on Konkan Railway is 30 km away.
• Lonavala railway station on Central Railway is 82 km away.
• Duration: Two hours one way to reach the waterfall from the trailhead
• Distance: Six kilometres one-sided trek
• Difficulty level: moderate (becomes life-threatening in heavy monsoons since three streams have to be crossed.
• The endurance required: medium.
• Best time to visit: June to August
• Food and Water availability: Base village and small stalls available on weekends
• Is the Trek closed banned: Yes, the Trek is regularly closed by police by applying section 144 due to huge crowds on weekend
• How many people visit the Devkund Waterfall: 6000 plus on Sunday

• Before pointing your fingers at anyone, first, ask yourself these questions.
• Do you refuse single-use bottled water?
• Do you refuse single-use snack packets?
• Do you refuse single-use cutlery like plates and spoons?
• Do you bring your garbage back home and recycle it?
• Do you repair and reuse your trekking gear?
• Do you travel in shared transport to trekking destinations?
• Do you collect garbage on your treks and recycle it?
• Do you ask how is the local villager processing his garbage?

These are handy to remember and even better to practice, so pass this on to someone who could need a reminder and pin for later too.

• Refuse single-use products
• Rethink your choices
• Reduce consumption
• Reuse everything
• Refurbish old stuff
• Repair before replacing
• Repurpose, be creative, reinvent
• Recycle last option

Trek to the Devkund waterfall, also known as the "Bathing Pond of Gods," on this adventure. Devkund falls, one of India's most stunning waterfalls is located close to Patnus Village. After a three-hour hike, you may see the confluence of three rapids and the Kolad River Rafting source. As you complete the trip with a knowledgeable trek leader, take in the grandeur of the waterfall's forests. During this journey, you will also see the Andharban trek, Tamhini Ghat and the stunning Bhira dam.

1. See the beautiful waterfalls of Tamhini Ghat, the Kundalika River's source.
2. Take advantage of convenient shared transportation to and from Mumbai, with pickup at many places.
3. Discover some well-known locations along the trip, such as the stunning Sarasgad Fort, Sudhagad Fort and Tamhini Ghat

• Trailhead: Bhira, Patnus Maharashtra
• Activity Time: One day and One Night
• Trek start point: Bhira village.
• Maximum Elevation: 2,700 Feet above the sea level
• Pickup and Dropoff Route and Points:
• Hiking distance: 5–6 kilometres on each side.
• Time required: 1.5 hours round trip

1. Get transferred by a private non-AC bus from the pickup locations specified above.
2. The Devkund Waterfall Trek lasts for one day; the trip to the base village, Bhira village, takes approximately five hours, and the journey to and from the Devkund waterfall takes three to four hours.
3. Arrive at the starting point of the Devkund waterfall hike and savour a hardy vegetarian breakfast in the base town.
4. Explore the grandeur of the cliffs, valleys, rich foliage, dense wildernesses, panoramic hamlets, and sparkling waterways as you travel the 5–6 km Devkund trek route.
5. The trek route incorporates plain trails in most portions, with a medium ascent of 300 feet at the trail's end.
6. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Andharban Forest, Bhira dam, Khajiina Waterfall and Tamhini Ghat during this Trek.
7. Descend to the base village to grab a mouth-watering veg lunch after a tiresome day.