Top Things to do in Ahmednagar District
The 7 Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Ahmednagar District, Maharashtra
Discover the best top things to do in Ahmednagar District, India including Sai Teerth Theme Park Shirdi, Harishchandragad, Ratangad Fort, Sandhan Valley, Bhandardara, Wet N Joy Water Park, Umbrella Falls.
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1. Sai Teerth Theme Park Shirdi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 191 reviews
Experience a magical holy journey only at Sai Teerth, India’s first immersive theme park dedicated to the most worshipped secular saint of all times - Saibaba. Sai Teerth by Malpani Group is one of the modern wonders, which combines devotion with technology and entertainment.
Reviewed By kamkeerram
There are four shows ...guided tours actually If you are there latest by 2 30 you can see all the four shows. One movie was just ok..the 5d is great. Highlight is the temples of india tour.
2. Harishchandragad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By agrawalswapnil - Pune, India
One of the toughest trek I have ever been. it is Maharashtra's 2nd highest peak and view throughout is just amazing. Can't be described in words. Go there in monsoon and challenge yourself once in a life time.
3. Ratangad Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By DhanrajKalbhor - Pune, India
This year comparatively monsoon started very late with first rain only in early July. Getting excited our family of 2+2 decided to take monsoon trek to Ratangad. Unfortunately it was continuously raining some 3-4 days before our date & we were on the verge of cancelling it but my family pushed go ahead even with heavy rains. We started from Pune at 3:30am on Sunday morning. Ratangad is roughly 192kms from Pune if we take shortest route via. Ale phata, Bramhanwada & Kotul. But as it was raining heavily we took the highway via. Ale phata, Sangamner & Akole. The second route is roughly 215kms but takes same time as the shortest route as it's a better road. As it was very early morning time the highway was very much empty & 60% raod is four lane we were very fast on speed. We crossed Sangamner by 6:00am & were at Randha water fall by 7:00am for cup of tea. Ratanwadi which is base village for this trek is hardly 20kms from Randha fall. On the way we even enjoyed some clips at Nane waterfall. Govt. has made some fabricated structure to stand in front of the waterfall & enjoy it. Finally we reached Ratanwadi by 8:30am. It was still continuously raining & seeing the Pravara river flow down from the fort, we started getting scared. We were in mind of calling our trekking plans but just then saw a bus coming down with group of 10-15 people planning to continue with their trek inspire of heavy rains. We also decided to stick down to our plans. Only this time as we were a family, to be on safer side we took a local guide Mr. Sachin Lote. He is a residence of Ratanwadi, in his early 20's. Works as a part time trek guide during rains when he has No work in his farms. Usually they quote Rs. 700-800 & suggest to give it without negotiations. Their living depends on this money. To start with we ordered our breakfast & went for Amruteshwar temple darshan. It's a hemadpanti style Shiva temple dates back to 8th century. It is still maintained in good condition. Village panchayat Car parking is just next to it who charge Rs 50 for the day. It is also surrounded by homely food stalls offering some snacks like poha, bhaji or junka bhakri lunch. We took our breakfast & started the trek around 9:00am. Within some minutes of start we had to use human chain formation to cross the heavily flowing Pravara river that originates from this fort & on which the Bhandardhara dam is built at a later stage. In general the trek route takes a almost half round around a hill passing through dense forest & then the actualclimb starts. On the way we pass by a perculation lake built by forest department for water conversation. Till the half way we pass through some 5-6 heavy water flowing strems hence suggest if you are taking monsoon trek & if it's first time, local guide is highly recommend. They know which is the less deeper water section & from where to cross the water currents. In fact in midway we came across a group wherein some members had got injured in attempt to cross the river at wrong places. In mid way they joined us to find their way out. After about one hour of trek we cross from one hill to other which is differentiated by a open patch & then onwards we the steep climb starts. Even the forest gets more dense & water flowing noise increases making it more scary. We passed by many tree fallings that had blocked our route but as the guide was knowledgeable he ensured we moved on safe. After two hours of trek we reach the final stage which is ladder climb. Like Kalsubai peak, here also they have provided three ladders to make the climb easy but here they are more steep with underpassing waterfalls making it slightly scary. The last ladder directly touches the Hanuman darvaja or gate. After few steps you cross the Ganesh darvaja. Just in between if we take a right turn, we pass by a goddess temple by name 'Ratna bai' temple. After darshan, we moved on to the two caves for some shelter from heavy showers. It was almost 12:00noon. Here we got some local snacks with hot tea which we were long waiting for. Even zunka bhakri lunch is available but cannot except beyond. Overall it took us almost two & half hour to reach the top. We took some rest in the caves & roamed around but with limitations as it was heavily raining. As it was raining heavily, Our guide suggested to start back by 1:00pm to avoid any risk. Without wasting much time we started climb down but this it was much more relaxed & many stops for photography or selfies. We were back in the village in two hours time, I think by 3:00pm. Before leaving, again took Amruteshwar darshan & some lighter local lunch and by 4:00pm, we started our return journey. In between took one tea break at Sangamner & dinner break after Rajgurunagar before reaching Pune by 10:30pm. In short had a wonderful experience of our first monsoon trek though it was slightly scary for family due to heavy rains & free flowing waters but never my family promised to come back in winter to check the other side.
4. Sandhan Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Sandhan valley is a beautiful carved valley in magnificent Sayhadri mountain range, which is part of Western Ghats in Maharashtra. Surrounded with mighty and jaw-dropping mountains of Ratangad and Kalsubai, the valley stands at the height of 4255 ft high above sea level, which is the perfect spot for trekking and other adventure activities. The trek goes through 200 ft deep and 2 km long gorge carved by water between the narrow walls. The adventurous part of the trek kicks in when we are left to rappel down the 100 ft rocky patch with the help of experienced guides and equipment. Unlike all treks, we descend down in valley on the first day and climb up the next day. We camp in the valley and while descending, we have to rappel down at 3 spots. This trek is not for people who want to give up halfway! Entry to Sandhan Valley is Free, people who are just visitors and not prepared for the hike are recommended to not venture beyond the water pond. While on the trek, its must to carry Sleeping bag, sleeping mat, Food, you should be accomapnied by professional guides with rope equipment for rappelling and anchoring at few spots. We can arrange a trek for you to Sandhan Valley with the full package ie: Professional Guide, Climbing equipement, tents, sleeping bags, food etc.
Reviewed By VedaMan
Three weeks ago I had a chance to visit Sandhan Valley. Advised against by many because of the monsoons, I was adamant and took up this trip just for the sake of seeing the Reverse waterfall. And I must say it wasn’t a bad decision at all. Sandhan valley is a beautiful carved valley in the magnificent Sahyadri mountain range, which is a part of the mighty Western Ghats in Maharashtra. Since it was monsoon, the valley was not open for trekkers. But with a little help from the local guides, you can get to see the accessible portion of the valley and the Reverse waterfall. Reaching Sandhan valley from Mumbai: Train from Dadar to Igatpuri: Geetanjali Express, Sleeper Coach, Price: Rs. 175, Duration 2hrs Share auto from Igatpuri to Ghoti: Rs15, Duration: 20mins. There are some buses available but you will have to check their schedule. (Network is not that great after Ghoti) Share Taxi from Ghoti to Bhandardara: Rs.50, Duration : 1hr Share Taxi from Bhandardara to Samrad village(Sandhan Valley): Rs.50,Private Cab: Rs700 – Round Trip (Great bargain for a group), Duration: 1 hr After reaching Samrad village, we hired a local guide to show us a few points around Sandhan Valley. (Guide charges were Rs.300 for the group) 1st point: The actual valley. It was overflowing with water so could not walk in the water but he showed us a small waterfall. It was amazing. 2nd point: Reverse waterfall. This was at height of 2000ft and also the best part of the trip. You get completely drenched in water when standing beside it. Also, the guide threw a coin in the air near the reverse waterfall. The intensity of the wind was so high that the coin came back to us. The entire region was foggy and it was raining heavily that day. Do carry a good windcheater and good non-slippery shoes to walk around. We spent around an hour and half around the points. It was great to walk through the cold streams. Return Journey to Mumbai: Shared cab from Bhandardara to Fatak: Rs.10, Duration: 20min (is it that cheap?) Shared cab from Fatak to Kasara: Rs.100, Duration: 2hrs As there were no express trains from Igatpuri at that particular time (around 7pm), we had to board a local train from Kasara which took around 2 hours to reach Dadar. Getting your own mode of transportation would be the most suitable and suggested way of getting to Sandhan Valley because getting public transport is difficult as the timings are not fixed for the transport modes. The guide advised us to come back in October for the full trek which would be around 10hrs.He said they also provide packages for the trek. Overall, I would say that if you’re interested in checking out the Reverse waterfall then you must definitely visit this place.
5. Bhandardara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By earthtrotter2015 - Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
We visited during peak rains of August 2019 when most people were advised to stay home. We visited on week days and therefore the crowds were very less. The rains are very heavy and continuous. Hence the condition of roads is extremely bad. Please bring a car with good tyres and be prepared for punctures or other damage. High ground clearance vehicles are better. Bhandardara is a beautiful hill station. You can visit places such as Wilson Dam, Umbrella falls, Necklace falls, Ghatgar Dam, Kokan kada, Randha falls and Dam Sluice gates. Due to heavy rains we enjoyed all the above places very much. However the Lake was inaccessible and Umbrella falls were closed due to flooding. Kalsubai, the highest point in Maharashtra is nearby but due to rains it was not suitable for families like ours. Ratangad, Alang, Malang, Kulang are four important forts nearby that are ultimate destinations for trekkers. Anandvan and MTDC offer resort services. The place is good during Rains, Summer and Winter. You must visit this place once in your life.
6. Wet N Joy Water Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Singh56
The wet N joy water park comes along with numerous fun filled thrill rides,a few of the popular ones are 'The black Hole' ,'Anaconda','Cyclone' etc.Swim costumes and locker facilities are also available here.
7. Umbrella Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 36 reviews
Bhandardara
Reviewed By Kavitha_pvr - Pune, India
Umbrella falls appear only when a gate is released from the wilson dam and luckily when we went it was in full flow owing to the incessant rains all through this month. The falls are unbelievably beautiful to say the least. Its a pretty easy trek reaching the core waterfalls where you can stand exactly in front of the magnificent falls and enjoy the downpour and mist. Standing there reminded me of dudhsagar waterfalls in many ways, although its not as huge as the latter. Nevertheless must experience the waterfall to truly appreciate it, words simply fall short.
