Morning: Arrive at Aurangabad airport or railway station and transfer to your hotel in Mangi Tungi. Settle in, enjoy a light breakfast, and review the trek route with your guide.
Afternoon: Take a short drive to the Jalgaon‑Mangi Tungi Visitor Center for maps, safety briefings, and a glimpse of local folklore. A quick walk around the nearby Gandhi Waterfall offers a refreshing start.
Evening: Return to the hotel for a traditional Maharashtrian dinner and a brief cultural talk about the twin hills’ religious significance.
Find HotelsMorning: Begin the gentle trek from the parking lot to the Mangi Tungi Base Camp (approx. 2 km, easy gradient). Spot native birds and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding valleys.
Afternoon: After lunch at the base camp’s shaded pavilion, explore the Bhavani Cave and the nearby Stone Age Rock Paintings, providing an educational stop for children.
Evening: Set up a campfire (where permitted) and share stories while the guide explains the legends of the twin peaks. Overnight in comfortable family tents.
Find HotelsMorning: Early ascent to the twin summits of Mangi and Tungi. The trek is moderate (≈3 km) with steps and railings; the summit offers sweeping vistas of the Deccan plateau.
Afternoon: Descend to the Shri Kashipara Temple and the Lord Shiva Temple perched on the hill’s flank. Enjoy a packed picnic while admiring the intricate carvings.
Evening: Return to the base camp for a relaxing night. Optional stargazing session with a local astronomer highlighting the clear night sky of Maharashtra.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the nearby village of Jalgaon to explore its bustling market, sample fresh mangoes, and watch traditional weaving demonstrations.
Afternoon: Stop at the historic Rani Laxmi Bai Fort for a quick tour before heading back to Aurangabad.
Evening: Transfer to the airport or railway station for your departure, with memories of a rewarding family trek and authentic local experiences.
Find HotelsIf you wish to extend the adventure, add an extra day to explore the Ajanta Caves or the Daulatabad Fort, both within a 2‑hour drive. For a shorter stay, you can skip the summit trek and focus on the base‑camp nature walk and cultural visits, reducing the itinerary to three days while still enjoying the highlights of Mangi Tungi.