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Trek guides from Pune: Sahyadri routes, monsoon treks, packing lists and trail notes.
Kalsubai Trek from Pune: A Guide to Maharashtra's Highest Peak
How the overnight Kalsubai sunrise trek from Pune works: height, base village, pickup points, the night climb, what to carry and how hard it really is.
Best Monsoon Treks Near Pune: Waterfalls, Forests and Forts
Seven one-day monsoon treks from Pune, from easy waterfall walks to a fort-and-ghat double, with grades and who each one suits.
Devkund Waterfall Trek from Pune: Complete Guide
Everything about the Devkund waterfall trek from Pune: where it is, the Bhira trail, the best season, pickup points, what to carry and safety at the pool.
Harishchandragad Trek: Konkan Kada, Caves and Clouds
A guide to the overnight Harishchandragad trek from Pune: Konkan Kada, the Harishchandreshwar temple, Kedareshwar cave, the cloud season and what to pack.
Hampi Trip from Pune and Mumbai: A 3-Day Itinerary
Our 3-day Hampi group trip from Pune and Mumbai, day by day: Sanapur Lake, a coracle ride, sunset on Anjanadri Hill, Virupaksha Temple and the Stone Chariot.
Why Travel Firse?
A Pune-based travel group for people who love treks, trips and new experiences.
How to Choose the Right Trek for Your Fitness Level
Choose a trek that challenges you without putting you at unnecessary risk.
Solo Travel vs Group Travel
Solo travel and group travel both offer unique experiences.
What to Carry on Your First Trek
Your trekking backpack doesn’t need to be heavy. It needs to be practical.
Sahyadri Trekking Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Choosing the right trek, preparing well and respecting the mountains in the Sahyadris.
Top Weekend Treks from Pune
One weekend can be enough to escape the city and explore the mountains.
What to pack for a one-day Sahyadri trek
The short list we send before every trek, and why each item is on it.
How we grade our treks (and why we don't round down)
Our five-step difficulty scale, what each step asks of your legs, and how to prepare.