Location: Just besides Malshej, 27 km from Junnar
Famous as: Hill fort, Cliff
Serves as: Trekker's paradise, Ideal picnic spot
Height: 2700 ft
About Naneghat:
While visiting or passing through Malshej Ghat, you come across another scenic spot which also serves as an ideal picnic spot. One can get some good views of the neighboring lands like Jivdhan and also the scenic Sahyadri Ranges from here. Very few are still aware of this spot though it they happen to pass through from this spot after passing through Murbad. But you can always spot Naneghat the very next time you pass through the same road if you are into hiking. This is the same peak which resembles the shape of a thumb right on the top of mountain (Popularly known as the Thumbs Up Point) when you pass through Murbad towards Malshej Ghat. This ghat used to be a trade route from Kalyan to Junnar directly in olden days. Nowadays Naneghat seems to be very famous among trekkers who usually visit in monsoons to catch the glimpse of lush green environs, though it may get a little slippery during monsoons. But still it does not let the spirit die. What say! A clear sky is what one needs though to enjoy the view from the top. Clouds may become a obstacle in your way and may restrict viewing neighboring landscapes.
Best time to visit Naneghat: Overall Naneghat can be visited throughout the year, but still the ideal time is monsoons and winter. Summers can be too hot and can make trekking uncomfortable.
What all can be seen from top of Naneghat:
Towards north one can see Kalsubai
Towards South one can see Bhimashankar
Towards North east one can see Harishchandragad
Towards north west one can see the Mahuli Plains
One also gets to see Matheran from extreme outh west
Glimpses of Haji Malang are visible too from here
Trek
Visit the ancient caves (around 350 years old) which have some Brahmi Script inscriptions on the walls.
Enjoy majestic view from the top
Stay overnight in the cave which can accommodate 25 to 30 people max.
Capture some amazing beauty in your camera
Where to eat at Naneghat:
If you plan to trek it is advisable to carry your own food.
Read How to reach Naneghat
Tips to remember while trekking on Naneghat:
- It is advisable to carry drinking water, though there are 3 water reserviors on the top and one of them provides potable water but still if you can carry water it is well and good.
- Start early.
- The exact time one takes to reach the top is around 3 to 4 hours. Accordingly one can plan out the trip.
- The trek is overall easy.
Activities at Naneghat:
- Trekking
Where to stay in Naneghat:
The cave on the top at Naneghat serves as a accommodation option. Over 25 to 30 people can easily accommodate within the cave overnight.
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