Overview
Sandhan Valley Trek, popularly known as the Valley of Shadows, is one of the most thrilling adventure treks in Maharashtra. Located in the Sahyadri mountain range, this unique trek takes you through a deep, narrow gorge carved by water over centuries. The trek involves descending rocky patches, water crossings, rappelling, and spending a night inside the valley, making it a perfect choice for adventure seekers looking for something truly different.
Itinerary
Day 1
- Night departure from Mumbai / Thane
- Reach base village early morning
- Freshen up & breakfast
- Safety briefing by trek leader
- Start descent into Sandhan Valley
- Rappelling, rock patches & water crossings
- Dinner and night stay inside the valley
Day 2
- Wake up early in the valley
- Breakfast and explore surrounding formations
- Ascend the valley
- Lunch at base village
- Return journey to Mumbai / Thane
Inclusions
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Trek leader & support staff
- Safety equipment (rope, harness, helmet)
- First-aid assistance
Exclusions
- Transportation (unless mentioned)
- Personal expenses
- Mineral water / soft drinks
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Things to Carry
- Trekking shoes with good grip
- Backpack (20–30 litres)
- Torch or headlamp
- Extra set of clothes
- Rain jacket / poncho
- Personal medicines
- Minimum 2 litres of water