Devkund Waterfall Trek from Pune: Complete Guide

Dev-Kund means “the reservoir of God”, and it lives up to the name. Three waterfalls meet in a clear pool that is said to be the origin of the Kundalika river. It is one of the most loved monsoon treks from Pune.

Devkund at a glance

• Base village: Bhira, near Tamhini Ghat
• Type: one-day trek from Pune
• Grade: Easy to Moderate
• Season: monsoon, June to September
• Pickups: 5:00 am at McDonald’s, JM Road (Deccan Gymkhana) and 5:30 am at Xion Mall, Hinjewadi
• Price: ₹1,399 per person at the time of writing, including transport from Pune and back, meals, a guide, the entry fee and first aid

The trail

We drive from Pune to Bhira, freshen up at the base village and set off on foot. The trail runs through lush evergreen forest with water streams, a hanging bridge and views of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira Dam and the ranges of Tamhini Ghat.

At Devkund you get time to sit by the falls before walking back to the base village for lunch and the drive home to Pune.

Safety at the pool

Devkund looks calm, but the pool can be deep and the water under the falls is powerful in the monsoon. Stay where the trek leader tells you, keep out of the water when you are asked to, and remember that the trek leader’s decision is final. After heavy rain, streams on the trail can rise quickly.

What to carry

• Identity card
• Shoes with good grip, a torch or headlamp, and 2–3 litres of water in bottles (all mandatory)
• Dry-fit full-length track pants and a full-sleeve T-shirt
• Ready-to-eat snacks and personal medicines
• An extra pair of clothes, socks and footwear
• Raincoat, poncho or windcheater (no umbrellas)
• A backpack, not a sling bag

Make a monsoon of it

If you enjoy Devkund, try Andharban in the same valley, or see our list of the best monsoon treks near Pune.

Book Devkund

See the itinerary and upcoming dates on the Devkund Waterfall page, or message us on WhatsApp.