Looking for some trekking adventures in Nasik, the city of pilgrims, while enjoying the monsoon? 

Everything is wonderful during the monsoon, even nature. Trekkers and enthusiasts prefer trekking in the rainy season because of the breathtaking scenery. The mountain peak and the cloud appear to be hugging one another.

The top five trekking trails in and around Nashik are listed below

Brahmagiri

About 25 km from Nashik, in the village of Trimbakeshwar, is where you’ll find Brahmagiri. This location is significant because the River Godavari originates here and as such is believed to be Lord Shiva’s mountain form. During the Shravan month, thousands of worshippers circle Brahmagiri every Monday. Many people climb the mountain to see the Ganga Dwar temple and the Godavari River’s source. Travel to Brahmagiri to take in the magnificence of nature. In addition, this place is extremely peaceful. You can take a group of 25–30 individuals to Brahmagiri. We don’t need to take any additional safety precautions beyond the usual ones because the trek is quite straightforward and secure. Due to the route’s simplicity, another benefit of the Brahmagiri trek is a reduced risk of getting lost. Wearing proper sports shoes is advised because they provide protection against local snakes in addition to providing a solid grip.

Anjaneri

Anjaneri, which is on the Trimbak Road, is about 18 to 20 kilometres from Nashik. Many people start their journey from this location because it is a highly well-liked trip among enthusiasts. Anjaneri, which is believed to be the location of Hanuman’s birth, is lovely and has a number of small waterfalls. Anyone may do this trek because it is simple and age is not a factor. We frequently travel in groups of 20–25 people, oftentimes we even bring children. Even six-year-old children can easily climb it. No additional safety measures are required because the walk is easy but never go on a trek alone. Always travel in groups. Additionally, as trekking brings you closer to nature, you should consider the comfort of the environment rather than your own. Carrying plastic bottles and wrapping food in silver foil should be avoided because they do not decompose. Since there is always a chance of getting wounded, it is usually preferable to wear full-length pants instead of shorts while trekking.

The Pandavleni caves

Pandavleni, which is located on Mumbai Road and is just outside the city limits, is very well-liked by college students. The Buddha caves are quite easy to climb and attract a lot of young people. Pandavleni’s base camp is called Phalke Smarak. Climbing is enjoyable when it is raining, and the highest point has a complete view of Nashik. There are steps reaching all the way to the top. Therefore the climb is secure..

Harihargad

Harihargad is located in the Trimbak region while Nirgupada is the base village. Due to the variety available to trekkers, it is regarded as one of the most exciting treks. Harihargad is a very well-built fort but is not very well maintained as a tourist destination. The fort is moderately challenging to climb. Although it is a well-known location to normal trekkers, college students have never gone there. To get to the top, one must ascend the 35 to 40 steps. The most risky patch is this one. Due to the slope and ongoing water flow, there is a lot of moss there. It is a good idea to carry a rope. The area has a heavy fog cover in addition to the bothersome monkeys. It is better to hire a guide because you might pick a wrong path.

Ramshej Fort

Ramshej is located on Dindori Road about 14 kilometres from Nashik. The fort’s starting point is in the village of Ashewadi. Since the fort has a lengthy history, trekking enthusiasts are curious about it. This site is called Ramshej  because Lord Ram stayed here during his exile. After Shivaji Maharaj’s death, Aurangzeb attacked Ramshej fort but was unsuccessful in doing so for five and a half years, which is an important part in the fort’s history. He finally acquired the fort manager’s cooperation and used it. It is a simple trek hence you can go with a big group. The two main attractions are the temple in the cave and an old lake at the top of the fort. One has to be careful because it is a little slippery to the west and north. Additionally, many people neglect to visit the worthwhile Chor-darwaja to the west.