🏞️ Explore the Ancient Naneghat Trek – Complete Travel & Trek Guide
Naneghat Trek is a historically significant mountain pass in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, once used as a trade route during the Satavahana dynasty. Located near Junnar in Pune district, this scenic trail offers panoramic views, rock-cut inscriptions, and a thrilling mix of history and nature.
📍 Naneghat Location
- Region: Junnar, Pune District, Maharashtra
- Height: Approx. 2,600 ft (760 meters)
- Coordinates: 19.3018° N, 73.7580° E
- Base Village: Vaishakhare (for trek start) or Ghatghar (if visiting by vehicle to top point)
🗺️ How to Reach Naneghat
🚆 From Mumbai:
- By Train:
From Kalyan, take a ST bus or jeep to Murbad, then to Vaishakhare village (base)
By Road:
Distance: ~120 km | Time: ~3.5 hrs
🚆 From Pune:
- By Road:
Distance: ~120 km | Time: ~3.5 hrs
Trek starts from Vaishakhare (base village) on Mumbai side or you can drive directly to Naneghat top from Junnar side.
The trail includes rock-carved steps, open ridges, and a scenic stone-carved cave halfway with inscriptions.
📌 Google Maps Link: “Naneghat Trek Start Point – Vaishakhare”
🥾 Naneghat Trek Trail Guide
- Trek Route: Vaishakhare → Plateau (Tea Stall available ) → Rock steps → Naneghat Caves → Naneghat Top ( Tea and Snack Stall Available)→ Way to Jivdhan Fort & Reverse Waterfall.
- Trek Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours (one way)
- Trek Distance: ~4.5 km
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Trail Type: Rocky steps, forest trail, plateau walk
The trail includes rock-carved steps, open ridges, and a scenic stone-carved cave halfway with inscriptions.
🌤️ Best Time to Visit Naneghat
- Monsoon (June to September): Lush green landscape, foggy passes, and flowing streams. Most scenic but slippery trails.
- Post-Monsoon (October to February): Pleasant weather, ideal for beginners and photographers.
- Avoid summer (March to May): Hot and dry with no shade on trail.
📷 Things to Do at Naneghat
- Explore Naneghat Caves – ancient inscriptions in Brahmi script.
- See the iconic Naneghat ‘Toll Naka’ – the ancient rock toll booth used during Satavahana times.
- Sunrise/Sunset photography – stunning views of Jivdhan Fort, Harishchandragad range.
- Reverse Waterfall ( During Monsoon ) – Reverse Waterfall point and camping place between mountain view and open landscape.
- Reverse Naneghat way– from Junnar side to Naneghat top.
- Bird watching and nature walks during early morning hours.
🧭 Places to Visit Nearby
- 🏰 Jivdhan Fort Trek – starts from Naneghat top (for experienced trekkers).
- 🛕 Lenyadri Caves – one of the Ashtavinayak temples.
- 🕳 Ozar Ganpati Temple – a nearby Ganesh pilgrimage site, one of the Ashtavinayak temples.
- 🌄 Malshej Ghat – scenic mountain drive from Kalyan.
- 🏞️ Harishchandragad Fort – visible from Naneghat ridge.
🎒 What to Carry
- Trekking shoes with good grip
- Raincoat or poncho (during monsoon)
- 2L water + energy snacks
- Cap, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- First-aid kit and insect repellent
- Torch if planning early morning or late trek
⚠️ Trekking Tips & Safety
- Ideal for solo travelers and beginners in the Monsoon & post-monsoon.
- Be cautious of slippery trails in the monsoon.
- Avoid trekking late evenings or during foggy nights.
- Start trekking between 6 am and 8 am to enjoy the trail and the green valley.
- be careful on the cliff and edges.
- Food and snack stall at Base Point after 10 am. Stall available in the middle of the trek, at plateau, then stall at the top of the trek finish.
- Respect local guides, wildlife, and do not litter.
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