What are the places near Bhandardara?

The top places near to Bhandardara are Malshej ghat which is 22 km from Bhandardara, Ratanwadi which is located 5 km from Bhandardara, Shirdi which is located 78 km from Bhandardara, Igatpuri which is located 28 km from Bhandardara, Nasik which is located 51 km from Bhandardara

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Bhandardara Tourism

Bhandardara, a hill station nestled in the Sahyadri ranges of Maharashtra, has all the nature's blessings a place can get. The lush greenery, the humble waterfalls and surrounded by high mountains makes for the perfect holiday spot for city dwellers.

Situated in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, Bhandardara is 117 km. from Mumbai and is easily accessible through roadways. This little village is packed with so many attractions coupled with the serenity of the nature that it makes for an adventurous weekend to run away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.

Umbrella Falls

Wilson Dam

Kalsubai Peak

Randha Falls

Ratanwadi Village

Arthur Lake

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Queen of Sahyadri Ranges

Bhandardara is a picturesque hill station, situated in the Sahyadri ranges of the Western Ghats, located in Ahmednagar District of Maharashtra. Nicknamed the Queen of Sahyadri Ranges for its lush greenery, and beautiful mountains, Bhandardara is an emerging summer retreat for the backpackers from Maharashtra.

Restaurants and Local Food in Bhandardara

The local cuisine here is dominated by Maharashtrian food with a blend of South and North Indian cuisines. Hotel Vaibhav closest to MTDC resort offers a treat of traditional home styled cooked meals which has to be tried at least once.
The other restaurants nearby offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes with a dash of local flavour. Hotel Kaka is particularly known for it's cleanliness and exclusive Gujrati Thali.
Pravara Hotel near MTDC resort is equipped with alcohol both international and local brands.

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Suggested Itinerary for Bhandardara

Day 1 - Reach Bhandardara, preferably by noon and take some rest.
Day 2 - The 2nd day should be the ideal time for starting your trip through the Bhandardara. For starters, you can tour the Ratanwadi village. Thereon, you can proceed towards the beautiful Umbrella Falls.
Day 3 - This day can be reserved for a visit to the Wilson Dam, whence you can proceed to the picturesque Arthur Lake, or if you prefer, go for a trek to the Mt. Kalsubai, the highest peak in the region.

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How to Reach Bhandardara

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Bhandardara is well connected to the rest of India by road. Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of Bhandardara; buses being operated both by private and government owners. There is no direct flight or rail connectivity, however, to Bhandardara Some 165 km away is the Mumbai airport, which is the nearest airport that connects Bhandardara to the rest of India. The nearest railway station to Bhandardara is in Igatpuri, which is 42 km away from Bhandardara.

How to reach Bhandardara by flight

The nearest airport is the Mumbai International Airport which is 177 km away. Taxis can be hired from the airport to Bhandardara.

How to reach Bhandardara by road

Mumbai is 180 km from Bhandardara and can be accessed through National Highway 3 (NH3) followed by a right turn from Ghoti toll post. Another 30 km from Ghoti and you arrive in Bhandardara. The distance from Pune is 175 km. and can be accessed through NH 50 up to Ghargaon, from Ghargaon take the State highway (SH 21) till Bhandardara.

How to reach Bhandardara by train

Igatpuri is the nearest railway station which lies on the Mumbai - Nashik rail route and is 45 km from Bhandardara. From there, you can take a state transport bus or a taxi.

Local transport in Bhandardara

State transport buses and taxis are easily available in Bhandardara. However, the taxis are generally crowded as they have a share system.

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What is famous about Bhandardara?

A charming hill retreat.

What is not so good about Bhandardara?

Not easily accessible.

Who should visit Bhandardara?

Ideal for adventure lovers. Suitable for people touring nearby sites like Mumbai, Pune, etc.

What is the best time to visit Bhandardara?

Although suitable for a visit any time of the year, Bhandara unveils its spellbinding charm in the monsoon months of June till September when the climate is cool and breezy as opposed to the summer when it's quite hot and humid. Temperatures range between 20 degrees C to 30 degrees C. Hence, the months between June and March tend to be an ideal time to visit Bhandardara. The downpours during these months create breathtaking sights for one to explore.

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The top things to do in Bhandardara are Umbrella Falls, Wilson Dam, Kalsubai Peak, Randha Falls, Ratanwadi Village, Arthur Lake. You can see all the places to visit in Bhandardara here

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