Treks Near Pune - 25 Weekend Treks With Distance, Price & Base Village

Pune sits closer to the Sahyadris than any other big city in Maharashtra - Rajgad is barely 55 km away and Tikona under an hour and a half. If you are looking for a trek near Pune this weekend, the table below lists every trek we run, sorted by road distance from the city, with the base village, the number of days and the starting price.

We are Touriko Trek & Travel, a trekking group running guided departures from Pune and Mumbai. Every trek below includes transport from our Pune pickup point, meals as listed, a trek lead and first aid - you only have to reach the bus.

All treks near Pune, nearest first

Distances are by road from central Pune. Click any trek for the itinerary, difficulty, inclusions and the next departure date.

Treks within 100 km of Pune (easy day trips)

This is Pune’s real advantage: some of the finest forts in the state are a morning’s drive away, so you can leave at six and be back the same evening.

• Rajgad to Torna - 55 km to Gunjavane. The old Maratha capital and a ridge walk across to Torna; run as a two-day trek.
• Tikona Fort, Maval - 60 km. A compact triangular fort above Pawna lake; one of the best first treks from Pune.
• Upandya Ghat to Madhe Ghat - 75 km. Waterfalls and an old ghat route through Velhe taluka.
• Tail-Baila, Maval - 95 km. Two sheer rock walls rising out of the plateau.
• Shivneri, Chavand and Kukdeshwar, Junnar - 95 km. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s birthplace, a hill fort and an old temple in one day.

Treks 100-200 km from Pune (weekend treks)

• Bhivgad, Karjat - 110 km. Quiet and green; good monsoon trek.
• Sarasgad and Sudhagad, Pali - 110-115 km. Two forts by the Ballaleshwar temple.
• Karnala Fort, Panvel - 115 km. Bird sanctuary trail to a rock pinnacle.
• Kalavantin Durg & Prabalgad - 115 km. The rock-cut steps; short but exposed.
• Bhimashankar via Ganesh Ghat - 125 km. A Jyotirlinga temple at the end of a forest climb.
• Raigad Fort, Mahad - 130 km. The capital of the Maratha empire.
• Harishchandragad - 165 km. Konkan Kada and the Kedareshwar cave; two days.
• Gorakhgad, Murbad - 170 km. Rock-cut caves and a short summit scramble.
• Ratangad, Bhandardara - 185 km. The Nedhe and the Amruteshwar temple at Ratanwadi.
• Bhairavgad Shirpunje and Aundha-Patta - 180-190 km. Harder, emptier forts in Akole taluka.

How we travel from Pune

• Private bus from Karve Nagar: our standard Pune pickup. For overnight treks the bus leaves on the Friday or Saturday night and reaches the base village by morning.
• Additional pickup points: on most departures we can also pick up along the route out of the city - ask us when you book.
• Without transport: for the nearby forts you can drive yourself and join the group at the base village at a lower price. Rajgad, Tikona and Madhe Ghat are all comfortable self-drive trips from Pune.

The pickup point, reporting time and the transport options for a particular date are in the booking box on each trek page.

When to go

• Monsoon (June-September): the Maval and Velhe forts near Pune are at their best - waterfalls, mist and green ridges. Rock sections turn slippery, so start with the easier forts.
• Post-monsoon (October-November): green hills with clear views. The best month of the year for long ridge walks like Rajgad to Torna.
• Winter (December-February): dry, cool and ideal for two-day and high treks.
• Summer (March-May): early morning and night treks only, and shorter forts.

What is included on every trek

• Return transport from the Pune pickup point on most departures
• Meals as listed on the trek page
• An experienced trek lead, and a local guide where the route needs one
• First aid kit and basic safety equipment
• Fort history and storytelling along the route

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best trek near Pune for beginners?

Tikona Fort at about 60 km is the one we suggest most often - a clear trail, a short climb and a fort small enough to explore properly. Rajgad from Gunjavane and the Madhe Ghat waterfall trail are also comfortable first treks from Pune.

What is the closest trek to Pune?

Rajgad, at roughly 55 km to the base village of Gunjavane, with Tikona at about 60 km. Both are within a ninety-minute drive of the city.

Can I do a one-day trek from Pune and be back the same night?

Yes. Every trek within about 125 km of Pune on this page - Rajgad, Tikona, Madhe Ghat, Tail-Baila, Junnar and Bhimashankar among them - runs comfortably as a one-day trip leaving early morning and returning the same night.

Where is the Pune pickup point?

Our standard pickup is at Karve Nagar, and on most departures we can add a stop on the way out of the city. The exact point and reporting time for a date are shown in the booking box on that trek page.

How much does a trek near Pune cost?

Heritage walks start at ₹299. One-day treks with transport from Pune are usually ₹899 to ₹1,599, and two-day treks such as Harishchandragad or Rajgad to Torna are ₹1,799 upward. Joining at the base village without transport costs less; both options are in the booking box.

Are these treks safe for solo trekkers and for women?

Yes, and a large share of our trekkers join alone. You travel with the group from the pickup point onward, a trek lead stays with the group throughout, and we carry a first aid kit on every departure.

What should I carry on a trek near Pune?

Two litres of water, shoes with grip, a poncho or windcheater in monsoon, a cap, a torch for night and early starts, personal medicines and dry snacks. Anything specific to a route is listed on that trek page.

Book a trek near Pune

Pick a trek from the table above for the itinerary and the next departure, or see everything coming up on our upcoming trek plans page. We run the same departures from Mumbai too - see treks near Mumbai.

Questions about a date, the Pune pickup or a group booking? Call or WhatsApp us on +91 8976874681.