Overview
The Sandhan Valley is located in the picturesque Sahyadri Hills of Maharashtra. The naturally formed gorge is at least 200 feet below ground level, with some areas as deep as 500 feet. Because sunlight does not penetrate so deeply, this naturally formed structure is also called the “Valley of Shadows”. The canyon stretches its way for a kilometer and finally opens into a deep valley surrounded by huge rocks. Water bodies can be seen on the trail and small fish can also be seen in stagnant water.
Sandhan Valley is a unique experience that combines adventure activities like rappelling and being surrounded by nature. Sandhan Valley is a valley carved out of water with a depth of about 200 feet. Samrad village and Sandhan valley are surrounded by Alang, Madan and Kulang hills.
The Sandhan valley trek starts from Samrad village. The total hiking time is about 2 hours which includes plastering and crossing the water body. And deep throats and one such life experience you feel at the end of the trek.
Valley of Shadows
The Great Grandfather of All Journeys – The Valley of Shadows, where you can barely see the sunlight, cut off from the outside world, silent, crossing these deep horrible pools, lifeless rocks and boulders, your own echoing footsteps feel you. is in the presence of some creature that sleeps in a waterfall at the edge with nocturnal animals in the cold. You will remember these hours for the rest of your life.
A magnificent and deep narrow gorge with a rocky floor between two high mountain ranges. In some places, it is less than 3 feet wide, so the sun’s rays cannot reach it in some places. Thus it is called the valley of the shadow.
Among the most beautiful things to do here is sitting around bonfire at the night camp at the gorge. Since there are no hotels/ lodges nearby, this is the best way to stay a night there. Or you could also experience staying at the home-stays around Samrad, which will give you local experience like no other.
Sandhan valley Trek – why it is unique
Sandhan valley trek includes mesmerizing experience and free rock climbing and abseiling which is not open to beginner group or single trekker. Assistance must be requested from the driver who will deliver your camping equipment in addition to the technical equipment.
The most unique place in Maharashtra and a must for all trek lovers is the Sandhan Valley. It’s located at an altitude of 100 feet in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra. It is a beautiful place to visit for a wonderful escape from the busy life.
Sandhan valley is a dark narrow carved valley. It is known as a shadow valley because there is no room for sunlight, but it still looks amazing.
You have to trek to reach Sandhan Valley and it is not an easy trek. So all adventure enthusiasts and trek lovers, this is an exciting experience for you. The Sandhan Valley trek is said to be one of the toughest treks in Maharashtra.
Conclusion
This trip has all the best possible experiences. There are rocky places around 100 feet where you have to rappel in Sandhan valley with full guide and equipment. You can blink at several points, which is a worthwhile experience for you. Besides hiking in beautiful nature, you can also experience rock climbing, camping, cold water rafting and much more.
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