A Fun-Filled Family Road Trip to Bhimashankar Temple

Day 1: Adventure & Culture

Bhimashankar, India

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel Samrat

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Hotel Samrat, where you can enjoy traditional Indian dishes like Poha and upma, perfect for fueling your family’s adventure ahead.
Drive from Pune to Bhimashankar, approximately 110 km via NH60.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Gupt Bhimashankar Temple

Explore the lesser-known Gupt Bhimashankar Temple, tucked away in a lush forest, offering serene surroundings and a spiritual experience for the family.
Drive for about 20 minutes from the breakfast location to manipulate forests leading to the temple.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Nature Walk around Gupt Bhimashankar

Enjoy a refreshing nature walk around the temple area, uncovering the natural beauty of the Western Ghats and perhaps spotting some local wildlife.
Walk along designated trails near the temple grounds.
Free, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Bhimashankar Dhaba

Savour authentic Maharashtrian cuisine at Bhimashankar Dhaba, including Vada Pav and Misal Pav, to get a taste of local flavours.
Return to the main road and head to Bhimashankar Dhaba, only a few minutes away.
INR 800, 1 hour

1:00PM

Visit Hanuman Lake

After lunch, head to Hanuman Lake, where you can enjoy a peaceful boat ride and let the kids play by the serene lakeside.
Drive approximately 10 minutes to reach Hanuman Lake from the lunch spot.
INR 300 for boat rental, 2 hours

3:00PM

Explore the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary

Take an adventurous jeep safari through the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary, allowing your family to see diverse flora and fauna in all its glory.
Drive 15 minutes to the Wildlife Sanctuary entrance.
INR 1000 for jeep rental, 2 hours

6:00PM

Return to Pune

After a fulfilling day of adventure and cultural immersion, start your journey back to Pune, reminiscing about the beautiful experiences shared.
Drive back on NH60, which takes about 3 hours.
Free (Fuel Cost), 3 hours
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