Explore Sandhan Valley

Sandhan Valley is a canyon in the Sahyadri, also known as the Valley of Shadows. Located in between two high walls of rock and mountain, the sides of the canyon are so narrow that even sunlight makes brief appearances.

This 200-feet deep valley was carved by water, and is flanked by the massive forts of Alang, Madan and Kulang, amongst others.

There is no ascent during this trek - instead it takes you along the valley floor for about 7 hours. There may be some amount of rock-climbing or rappelling involved in this trek.

Destination

The Western Ghats or Sahyadri are a World Heritage Site, famed for the ecological diversity. With thousands of flora and fauna species exclusive to this region, any trek through this area involves plenty of interaction with nature.

This trek takes us along the floor of the Sandhan Valley, past naturally formed rock ponds filled with clear water, and towering rock faces on either side.

Destination highlights

Trek to Sandhan Valley and take a dip in clear, natural pools. | Sleep under the stars. | Enjoy some rock-climbing and rappelling under expert supervision. | Feel the thrill of navigating through some tricky sections of the trek.

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14 km

12 hrs

7 km

Kasara Railway Station

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Asangaon Railway Station

Local non a/c (sharing basis)

Dehne Village

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01:30

14:30

You'll assemble at Kasara station at 01:30 hrs. After a short introduction and orientation meeting, head to the base village for a brief rest. | After breakfast in the morning, you'll begin trekking by 07:00 hrs. Continue trekking through boulder-strewn trails and stop for a packed lunch at noon. Resume trekking and explore the mountainous terrain until you arrive at a suitable camping spot. Overnight at Sandhan Valley in the wilderness.

Open-air camping

Sleep in cozy sleeping bags under the stars.

Food

Breakfast | Snacks | Dinner

Veg

Day 1 Milestone

Kalyan

Sandhan Valley

01:30 AM

After an early breakfast, you'll begin trekking towards Dehene village. Lunch is arranged at the village, post which you'll travel to Asangaon. Your trip ends here.

Trip ends before nightfall

Food

Breakfast | Lunch

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Day 2 Milestone

Sandhan Valley

Asangaon

06:30 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • Transportation from Kasara-Sandhan Valley-Asangaon by local transport
  • Meal package consisting of breakfast, snacks and dinner on Day 1 and breakfast on Day 2
  • Accommodation in tents
  • All equipment required for camping
  • Services of an experienced trekking guide and camping crew
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Lunch on Day 1
  • Sleeping bags
  • All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like road blocks, bad weather etc.
  • Travel or medical insurance
  • Personal expenses like bottled water, tips to staff etc.
  • Any item not mentioned in inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Good-quality trekking shoes
  • Comfortable trekking clothing
  • Not to wear - Gold jewellery, expensive watches
  • Sleeveless/cut-off sleeves
  • Shorts
  • Do not carry a sling-bag or handbags

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • Technical equipment needed for the trek, if any
  • 8/10 mm rope for support
  • Seat harness
  • Pair of mittens
  • Helmet

You need to get

  • A haversack or small backpack to keep your hands free
  • Water bottle (3 litres)
  • One extra set of clothes
  • Sweater, warm clothes
  • Ready to eat food, like plum cakes, chocolate bar, some snacks and biscuits etc.
  • Camera (Optional)
  • Glucose powder
  • Sleeping bag, mat, bed sheet
  • Personal first-aid and prescribed medicines
  • Torch with extra batteries
  • Please carry your personal tea mugs, spoon and a small pocket-knife
  • Plastic bags to keep clothes dry

Medical Kit

  • Please carry specific personal or prescribed medication, personal first-aid kit for this tri

Cancellation policy

For cancellations made 45 days or more before departure of the Sandhan Valley trek: 75% refund.

For cancellations made 25-44 days before departure of the Sandhan Valley trek: 50% refund.

For cancellations made 15-24 days before departure of the Sandhan Valley trek: 35% refund.

For cancellations made 0-14 days before departure of the Sandhan Valley trek: No refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting any transaction charges.

Rules on trip

Consumption of liquor, drugs, tobacco products and cigarettes is strictly prohibited during the trek to Sandhan Valley.

Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

Since temperatures can drop significantly in the night, travellers are advised to carry adequate warm wear.

Prices displayed are applicable to Indian citizens only.

Travellers are required to adhere to the instructions of the trek guide during the trek to Sandhan Valley.

A moderate level of health and fitness is required to book this trip. If you have any cardiac or respiratory conditions, or suffer from knee or spinal problems, please inform the tour operator and consult your doctor before booking the trek to Sandhan Valley.

The tour operator takes utmost care to ensure safety of the travellers and shall not be held responsible for any mishap or accident during the trek to Sandhan Valley.

Travellers will be required bear any additional costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.