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Garbett Point Trek – An exciting one day trek near Mumbai (INR 350)

What is Veganism ? It is a way of living which seeks to exclude all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for clothing, food or for any other purpose. The people who follow such way of living are called the Vegan . Abhi!! How come a travel post is related to Veganism? A couple of days ago, I was a bit lucky to do the Garbett Point Trek with a vegan mountain climber “ Kuntal Joisher ”.

Dhom Dam as seen on Garbett Point Trek

Who is Kuntal Joisher ? Kuntal is a vegan mountaineer and a software engineer based out of Mumbai who became the first human in the world to have ascended any 8000-meter mountain ( Mt. Lhotse ) living a 100% vegan lifestyle. He is also the first mountaineer to have climbed Mount Everest on a completely vegan diet. I met Kuntal on my way to Everest Base Camp in the year 2016 and since then I have been following him quite closely.

One with Kuntal – The first human in the world to have ascended any 8000-meter mountain living a 100% vegan lifestyle

“I wanted to climb Mount Everest on a vegan diet or not at all.” – Kuntal Joisher

Oh! I may end up writing endlessly on the life of Kuntal. So, let’s first talk about the Garbett Point Trek . Situated about 5 kms from Matheran Railway Station , in the hidden hilly regions of Bhivpuri village in Diksal, Garbett point offers a panoramic view of the lush green Sahyadri mountain ranges nearby. Garbett point trek is a one-day adventure trek filled with untouched natural beauty and is a perfect option for those who are looking for a quick weekend gateway from the city of Mumbai/Pune.

Sahayadri mountains on Garbett Point Trek

Lush green Sahyadri mountain range

This particular trek was organized free of cost to raise awareness and funds for Sunsar Maya of which Kuntal is one of the Board of directors. Sunsar Maya is a non-profit organization that works to provide educational opportunities, emotional support, after-school care, nutritious meals and regular health check-ups to the orphan and vulnerable young minds in Nepal.

Our group at start point of Garbett point Trek

Trek was organized to raise awareness and funds for Sunsar Maya

How to reach Garbett Point Trek from Mumbai/Pune

The cheapest and the convenient way to reach Garbett Point Trek base village (Diksal) is via railways . The nearest railway station is the Bhivpuri Road station which is just a few meters away from the Diksal Village. For those coming from Mumbai, you can catch a Karjat bound local train and get down at Bhivpuri Road station (E.g. CSTM 4:50 AM – Bhivpuri Road 06:58 AM).

How to reach Garbett point trek from Pune Mumbai-min

If you are coming from Pune, you can catch an early morning train for Karjat and then another local train for Bhivpuri Road Station. At Bhivpuri station, you can ask anyone for the route to Dhom Dam (Diksal village) which is the start point of the trek.

For the return journey, you can take a shared taxi to reach Neral from Dasturi Naka (end point of Garbett point trek). Local trains from Neral are available to reach other parts of Mumbai.

Matheran toy train

Difficulty level of Garbett point trek

I would rate Garbett point trek as a moderate level trek in terms of difficulty. It generally takes around 4-5 hours to complete the trek –> 3-4 hours of ascending to reach the Garbett Point from Diksal Village and 1 hour of descending to reach Dasturi Naka which is the end point of the trek.

Few stretches while ascending are quite steep and one needs to be extra careful while trekking in monsoon season as it becomes quite slippery. If you are planning to do the trek in summers, I would recommend you to start your day early as it becomes extremely hot in the afternoon.

Garbett point trek route from Bhivpuri road station to Dasturi Naka-min

Trek route to Garbett Point

My journey to Garbett point trek

A couple of weeks ago, while scrolling through the news feed on my Facebook account, my eyes glued to a post by Kuntal. He was planning to organize a moderate grade, one-day trek, zero waste, and vegan-friendly hike to Matheran via Garbett point as a part of the first-ever “ Walk, Hike, Go ” to be held in India. Without a second thought, I texted him and asked him if could join him on this trek.

Lush green Sahayadri Mountains as seen on Garbett Point Trek

Lush green surroundings as seen on Garbett point Trek

Woo-hoo!! I was on cloud nine!!! I was super excited to do a trek with one of my inspiration. Last time, when I met him on Everest base camp trek back in the year 2016, we barely interacted for a couple of minutes. But in the short interaction, I was so much inspired by his way of living the life. We exchanged our social media handles and I wished him good luck for his Everest expedition.

Bhivpuri Road station Garbett Point Trek

Bhivpuri Road Station near Karjat

15 th September 2018 – Finally the day arrived for the Garbett point trek!!

I started from Pune around 3:30 am and took the Latur CSTM Express train to reach Karjat by 6:00 am. From Karjat station, I took a local train and reached Bhivpuri road station which was the planned meeting point of all the fellow trekkers. Within a few minutes, everyone arrived and we were around 50 in the count. Yes, you heard it right!!!

Onacheaptrip at Dhom Dam Garbett Point Trek

Dhom dam with lush green mountains in the backdrop

And Kuntal was one among them, I was so happy to see him after so long. After a brief introduction, we headed towards the Diksal Village where we had breakfast. The initial trail is a dirt road, which passes next to the Tatoba Temple and takes you to the Dhom dam which is also known as Bhivpuri Lake. The view of the dam with huge mountains in the backdrop covered under clouds was a perfect moment to capture.

Tatoba Temple Garbett Point Trek start point

Tatoba Temple at the start of the trek

Beautiful dam at Garbett Point Trek initial trail

Bhivpuri Lake/Dhom dam as seen on Garbett point Trek

We could see a roaring waterfall in the distance and there were quite a few around Garbett point trek route. After walking along the Dhom Lake for around half an hour and climbing a small steep hill, we made it to the first landmark- “The hill with a huge tree”.

General introduction at Garbett Point Trek

Kuntal giving an introduction about Sunsar Maya

It was a day of blue skies with the sun shining to its brightest; the weather was extremely hot and humid, a rarity in Mumbai during this time of the year. The breathtaking views of the lush green surrounding regions kept us motivated to move further.

Waterfall as seen on Garbett Point Trek

Our next stop was at a small village Sagachiwadi which is built on the hilly terrain. Walking across numerous paddy fields at such altitude was a moment to remember. You can ask for directions from the villagers, they are very helpful and will be more than happy to help you. Also, you may get your water bottles filled here.

You can fill water from here

Lush freen farm Sagachiwadi Garbett Point Trek

Farms at Sagachwadi Village on Garbett point trek

The further climb from the village is very steep with again a big tree as the next landmark. From here you can sense that Garbett Plateau is just nearby. After hiking for around 20-30 minutes, we finally made it to the Garbett Plateau.

Garbett Plateau Matheran

Wow!! I haven’t seen anything much greenish!! The plateau reminded me of the childhood paintings with lush green carpet and small huts and water bodies in the vicinity. Almost every one of us lay down on the vast plateau, the blistering heat had already knackered quite a bit.

Dhom Dam as seen on Garbett point Trek

At the plateau, one has two alternatives to choose from, either climb up the steep section to the Garbett point and descend to the Dasturi Naka (end point of the trek) or take the longer route amidst jungles (30-40 minutes) to reach the Dasturi Naka. Being such a huge group and keeping safety in view, we decided to take the longer route.

Our group at Garbett Plateau

Owing to the extreme humidity, the sky finally opened up and it started pouring down heavily. We were enjoying every bit of raindrops falling over our tired body. Within a few minutes, I was completely drenched. All the tiredness was gone!! Thank you rain Gods for being so kind on us.

Matheran Jungle dirt road on Garbett Point Trek

After walking for half an hour, we finally made it to the Dasturi Naka. During the entire trek, I loved every bit of my conversation with Kuntal. I was so happy to know more about him, and wish I could follow his lifestyle, especially the “Veganism”.

After reaching Dasturi Naka, we took a shared cab for Neral (INR 70) and decided to do lunch over there. It was time to put an end to yet another exciting trek. With all the happy memories, I boarded into a train for Pune.

Stay and food options at Garbett Point Trek

As such, there is no stay option at the Garbett Point trek. One can pitch a tent somewhere on the Garbett Plateau but remember winds are generally quite strong at the plateau and putting a tent would be tough. One can combine the Garbett Point trek with Matheran trip and stay somewhere in Matheran. For more details, check out my earlier post on Matheran .

Garbett point as seen from Garbett Plateau

The tent that I carry during the treks is Quechua Arpenaz 2 Tent . It has enough space for 2 people.

At the start point, there are few dhabas which serve the local Maharashtrian food. There is no food option along the trek route, so I would advise you to carry all the eatables along with you. Also, remember to carry at least 2 water bottles with you. Once you finish with the trek, you can have delicious lunch at Dasturi Naka as there are few food options available over there.

Waste collected from the mountains while trekking

Best time to visit Garbett Point Trek

Undoubtedly, the rainy months of July, August and September is the best time to visit the Garbett Point trek as the surroundings are lush green and the weather is extremely pleasant. But remember, for the most part of the day the surroundings may not be visible from the Garbett Point due to the heavy fog.

River crossing on Garbett Point Trek

September to February will be the perfect time to visit Garbett point trek if you looking to have a glimpse of Dhom dam and its nearby regions. Summers are extremely hot so I would advise starting with the trek very early.

The trek was organized to raise awareness and funds for Sunsar Maya . Giving is not just about making a donation; it’s about making a difference.

Do contribute: Walk Hike Go! Mumbai

A long-term wait to do a trek with one of my inspiration Kuntal finally got fulfilled. Hopefully, I will be joining him for more treks in the near future.

If you have an extra day or two with you, you can go for the Peb Fort Trek which also lies in the Matheran range.

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Is there any route on the left (between check points 3 and 4 on the trek route) to reach Sondai fort? from satellite view of Google maps a connecting ridge is visible, hence asked. I am trying to cover to cover both in a single trek. Thanks.

Great article. I was planning to visit this place for quite a while and looking at your description of the place, I’ll be travelling there with a few of my buddies. Keep up the good work.

Excellent description and compilation. Was a Joyful Trek amidst Nature. Future is Vegan!

Loved reading this article! Great to learn more about Kuntal and Garbett Point. Thanks for sharing 🙂

Thank you so much!! 🙂

How to do a Trek to Garbett Plateau

Garbett Plateau is a popular trekking destination near Matheran, Maharashtra. It is a relatively easy trek, making it a good option for beginners. The trek offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Planning to trek to Garbett Plateau? Check out this informative guide on how to do it. Happy trekking!

The trek route is easy to navigate and safe. It is an ideal location that you can trek to by yourself and can pitch tents at the summit to stay overnight.

History of garbett plateau.

Garbett Plateau doesn’t have a great historical background. It was discoverd and gain importance due to its connectivity to Matheran. The credit for discovering the scenic Garbett Plateau goes to Hugh Poyntz Malet, the Thane district collector, in 1850.

How to reach Garbett Plateau from Mumbai And Pune

Bhivpuri Road Station is the nearest railway station to the Garbett Plateau trek starting point.

Catch a Mumbai local train going to Karjat or Khopoli and get down at Bhivpuri railway station. The starting point is just a walkable distance from the station. You can get any local help there.

Things to do at Garbett Plateau

Enjoy the panoramic views from the plateau.
Visit the Garbett Point temple.
Take a walk through the nearby forests.
Have a picnic lunch or dinner on the plateau.

Food Availability at Garbett Plateau

Food is not available throughout the route. While we were trekking, we found one stall where the locals were selling lemon juice, tea, and other snacks. But you cannot rely on those. Because, if the weather is not apt, they might not pitch their stalls there.

Hence, carry your own packed food and a good amount of water, as it is a long trek.

You can find many shops and small hotels in the Bhivpuri station area where you can have your breakfast or get your meals.

Height – 2,625 feet (800 meters) above sea level.

What to Expect at the Garbett Point?

The mountain range is often covered with fog. You can capture beautiful timelapse there.

If you are trekking in a rainy season, then you will definitely catch rain.

It is always windy up there and the winds are quite strong.

Trek Distance and Route of Garbett Plateau Trek

There are two routes for the Garbett Plateau trek

1. Bhivpuri – Bhivpuri (16 km)

2. Bhivpuri – Matheran Dastur Naka (around 10 km)

Usually, trekkers prefer the second route where they can start the trek from Bhivpuri and end in Matheran.

There are two routes to reach Matheran Dastur Naka from Garbett Point. One is from inside the village and the other one is a track route that can eventually lead to Neral Station.

The latter offers incredible views of peaks in the Sabyadri Mountain range such as Peb Fort, Irshalgad, Prabalgad, etc.

Trek Difficulty of Garbett Plateau

This trek is easy and can be done by beginners. Although, this is one of the longest treks in Maharashtra and requires a lot of walking and hiking. If you are physically fit and have high endurance, this trek is just for you.

Time needed for Garbett Plateau Trek

Total 6-7 hours (To and Fro)

The ideal time to reach the summit would be 3 hours from Bhivpuri Station. Another 2-3 hours would be needed to descend from the Neral-Matheran Side.

Even if you decide to come back to Bhivpuri’s side, it will take around 3 hours.

This trek route has wonderful waterfalls and mountain trails; we had stopped at many places to enjoy the trail.

I would personally suggest you start trekking early in the morning around 7 a.m. So that, by the evening time you would reach the base village.

Night Trekking and Camping at Garbett Plateau

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Yes, you can trek at night here. Also, you can pitch your own tents at the summit. There are no specific rules for that.

Watch out for the winds, as the winds are very strong. Pitching a tent would be difficult. If you are camping in the rainy season, then make sure your tent is water-resistant.

Decathlon has a good range of tents that are specifically made for the Sahyadri terrain. They are water-resistant and sturdy enough to withstand Sahyadri’s harsh weather conditions.

Some of their tents provide UV protection as well making these tents suitable for summer camping as well.

Garbett Point is an open plateau and hence it is almost always colder. If you are going there in the winter season, then be sure, that you are backed up with good winter clothes.

Garbett Point is amidst a mountain range and lush greenery, so carry torches.

Things to carry

Good trekking shoes (especially in monsoon) as it gets really slippery in the rainy season.
Enough water (you can refill water at one of the many water bodies you may encounter en route)
Enough food (There are no shops throughout the trail, so pack your meals in the base village itself)
Raincoat (avoid umbrellas as it gets windy) (at one point we had to stop walking due to fog and winds)
Camera (Garbett Plateau offers unique scenery and if you are lucky enough you can also see fog and shoot a serene timelapse.

For Night Camping at Garbett Point

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Paid Garbett Plateau Trekking

If you are skeptical about trekking the Garbett Plateau by yourself, you can also join paid trekking groups that can help you with the guidance you need.

Here are some safe and popular trek groups for the Garbett Plateau trek.

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My Personal Experience of Trekking to Garbett Plateau

Weekends used to be all about trekking for us. Garbett Plateau had been on our wish list forever. Finally, one post-lockdown weekend, my friend and I decided to go for it. Train tickets were hard to get unless it was an emergency, but somehow we snagged some!

We reached Bhivpuri station, grabbed breakfast, and started towards the base of the trek. The sun was already getting strong. This was a longer trek, so we didn’t see many people around.

The trail was beautiful and kept changing. We crossed farms, jungles, plains, small mountains, even waterfalls and ponds! We took our time, enjoying the scenery.

Finally, we reached a small shop run by a local couple, selling juices and tea. We sipped on lemon juice and chatted with them. They surprised us by saying we weren’t even halfway yet, and there wouldn’t be any more food stops. Noon was approaching, so we decided to pick up the pace.

The couple also gave us tips on the way down, and we took a picture with the friendly uncle before saying goodbye. But within 20-30 minutes, the weather did a complete flip-flop. It got gloomy and super windy. We knew rain was coming.

The wind got so strong we couldn’t move. We were stuck on a narrow mountain path! All we could do was wait and hope the storm would pass.

Our rumbling tummies couldn’t wait any longer, so we enjoyed our packed lunch with a view. The storm finally calmed down, and we were back on the trail.

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Then, like a peek-a-boo, the plateau emerged! Surrounded by mountains, it was half-hidden in the fog. We weren’t alone – other hikers were using this route to go down too.

We decided to make our descent from Matheran. We stopped often, just to soak in the beauty around us. The way the fog and wind danced together looked like a nature timelapse come to life!

By late afternoon, we were feeling the trek. To top it off, my fear of heights decided to show up. There were a few small hills to climb, and the rain made them slippery. We were completely alone! But my friend helped me through the panic, and we finally reached the top.

The view was incredible! We snapped some pictures, kicked off our shoes, let our hair down, and even took a nap on the bare ground. All our tiredness seemed to melt away.

After a relaxing break, we started our descent towards Neral. This route was a breeze – a simple jungle path with stunning scenery.

On our way down, we crossed the Matheran Toy Train route and caught a breathtaking sunset. We could even see the forts of Peb, Prabalgad, and others standing tall in the Sahyadris.

We were having a great trek but lost track of time. It got dark fast! Suddenly, we saw a big pile of rocks blocking the way – a landslide! This can happen in monsoons, that’s why the Matheran Toy Train stops running this time of year.

We tried to cross a muddy patch, but our feet got stuck! Even a crane was stuck there. It was getting dark and scary, we didn’t know what to do. Luckily, some locals helped us out and showed us the way.

Finally, we started going down again, this time on a proper road. It was dark and there were no lights, so we felt a little unsafe. We even checked Google Maps and realized we had 6 more kilometers to walk!

But then, good luck! A car stopped and gave us a ride to the station for only 200 rupees.

Here’s what we learned: Start trekking early so you have enough daylight. Don’t underestimate the dangers – you can get lost in the jungle, and the darkness can be risky. Always plan ahead and be prepared!

Responsible Trekking in Sahyadri

Be sure that you are only leaving footprints in the beautiful nature of Sahyadri.
Do not litter garbage.
Carry a garbage bag for your litter.
Carry a metal water bottle rather than a plastic one.
Carry your food in the lunch box rather than plastic bags.
Avoid feeding wild animals.
Do not harm plants and animals in the area.
Do not contaminate the water bodies.
Do not play loud music in the jungles. Enjoy nature’s peace and let everyone enjoy.
Do not engage in activities like consuming drugs and alcohol.
Do not write anything on the historic places such as walls.
Sahyadri can be really unpredictable in terms of nature. Ensure you are taking every safety measure while wandering.

Garbett Point Trek

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Matheran has garnered a reputation of one of the most favorite hill-stations around Mumbai for some reasons. The bountiful rains, good greenery and waterfalls around. Garbett Plateau is located in the south – west direction of Matheran, offering a 360 degree view of one of our alltime favorite hill stations. Matheran is Famous & splendid hill station in Maharashtra, it covers an area of 8 square kilometers in Sahyadris. This Fantastic spot was Discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the collector of Thane district. Garbett point is located on South-west side of Matheran with grand view of the plateau. Climate here is very cool with some breath taking views.

Information about Garbett Point Trek:

Type: Hill Fort
Height: 2625 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Base Village: Diksal
Difficulty Level: Medium
Endurance Level: Easy – Medium

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Garbett Plateau: About the trek

Garbett Plateau is a famous trek in the Matheran region of Maharashtra and one of the best treks for beginners. July-September is the best time to do this trek, as the entire area is lush green & the climate is also pleasant.

The main Garbett point is at an altitude of 2625 ft.

The trek starts from the beautiful Dhom lake, a sight in itself during the monsoon season.

If you want to enjoy a day away from the hustle-bustle of city life, this should be your go-to trek in the monsoon.

Best Season: Monsoon (July-September)

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate (Endurance: Moderate)

Base Village: Diksal ( Google Map Link )

Altitude: 2625 ft.

How to reach

This trek is easily accessible via public transport if you are from Mumbai or Pune. Diksal is the base village which is near Matheran.

Public Transport:

The best way to reach Diksal is to take a train to Bhivpuri via Dadar or CST; you can download the M-indicator app on your phone for the train schedule.

It will take around 1.3 hours to reach Bhivpuri via train & will cost INR 40 for a return ticket to Dadar.

After finishing the trek, you can go towards Matheran & then take a shared cab or rickshaw to Neral station & take the train to Dadar. The taxi will cost INR 80 .

If you come from Pune, you can take t rains coming towards Mumbai & get down at Neral & take another local train or taxi to Bhivpuri .

Private Vehicle:

Distance from Mumbai is around 70 kms & will take around 1.5-2 hours to reach.

The distance from Pune is about 110 kms & takes around 2.5 hours to reach.

Trek Route & Difficulty

It is a good trek for physically fit beginners who can run 5 kms in under 40 mins or are moderately active.

The hike is around 10 kms long , but after reaching Garbett Point, it is a straight walk towards Matheran.

It will take about 4 hours to get the top from Diksal .

During monsoons, you can also enjoy the season Diksal waterfall just when you start the trek .

In recent years, the trek has become pretty famous, and now the trail is appropriately marked & hence you do not require a local guide to do the hike.

The first part of the trek from Dhom lake to Sagachiwadi is easy and doesn’t require much effort.

Sagachiwadi is almost at the 50% mark of the trek; one can take a break for some time because the climb to Garbett point from this village is steep & will require 1.5 hours to reach the plateau & another 30-40 mins to get to the end.

The final patch from Garbett point to Dasturi Naka (Matheran) is approximately 3kms, a gradual walk.

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Essential Things to Carry for the Trek

Packaging wisely is essential to make the most of your Garbett Plateau trekking experience. Here are some must-have items for your backpack:

Sturdy trekking shoes for a comfortable and safe trek
Ample water and energy drinks to stay hydrated
Snacks and energy bars to keep you fueled
Sunscreen, cap, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun
First aid kit with essential medications and bandages
A camera to capture the stunning vistas along the way
A light backpack to carry your essentials without weighing you down

Safety Precautions and Tips

While embarking on the Garbett Plateau trek, it is crucial to prioritize your safety. Here are some essential safety precautions and tips to keep in mind:

Trek with a certified guide who is familiar with the route and terrain.
Wear appropriate trekking gear and clothing to protect yourself from injuries and harsh weather conditions.
Stay hydrated throughout the trek by drinking water at regular intervals.
Pace yourself and take breaks whenever needed to avoid exhaustion.
Do not litter; respect the natural environment by carrying back all your waste.
Follow instructions from the guide and stay on the designated path.
In case of any emergency or discomfort, inform the guide immediately.

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The Garbett Plateau Trek is considered to be easy-moderate difficult.

The nearest station to Garbett Plateau is Matheran Railway Station.

The Garbett Plateau has an elevation of approximately 1,625 meters (5,330 feet) above sea level.

The Matheran trek is relatively easy and suitable for beginners.

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Garbett plateau trek guide, abdullah alam, 11 jul 2021.

Garbett Point and Garbett Plateau are situated at the top of one of the several mountains in the Matheran range. It it is at approximately the same altitude as Matheran, but having an open vista all around, with very few tall trees, it offers incredible views of the range all around. Here's how to get there.

Route #1: Bhivpuri

The route from Bhivpuri is the longer of the two. It is more scenic and beautiful, but also longer and slightly more difficult.

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Arrive at Diksal village. Bhivpuri railway station is located at the edge of Diksal, making it a convenient access point for the trek. From here, walk up to the reservoir of Dhom dam. The reservoir is near Diksal, and takes barely a couple of minutes to walk there.

Once at the reservoir, look for a trail that begins along the left bank of the reservoir. The trail is quite scenic, and runs at ground level along the bank for quite some distance, crossing streams and waterfalls. After walking some distance you will come across a river that runs into the reservoir. Cross this river to find the trail that leads up to the next village, Sagachiwadi. The trail leading to Garbett Plateau skims around Sagachiwadi. Follow the trail to reach Garbettt Plateau.

Garbett Point is another point a small climb up from the plateau, the highest point of that particular mountain.

Route #2: Matheran

This route is the easier one. Along the winding road upto Matheran, there is an opening in the wall on the left side, from where a trail that directly leads to Garbett Plateau begins. The local drivers there know where this is, and will drop you off at the right spot. The route is straightforward and well-made, and leads right to the plateau. A lot less challenging, it is perfect if you just want to visit the plateau to chill out for a while.

The Bhivpuri route is tricky to climb down in monsoons; the last leg of the trail is steep, with water trickling over the rocks. Easy enough to climb up, but trickier to climb down. Doable, but difficult. Here is an itinerary that I would advise to follow -

Train to Bhivpuri
Bhivpuri -> Dhom
Dhom -> Sagachiwadi
Sagachidwadi -> Garbett Plateau
Garbett Plateau -> Matheran
Matheran -> Neral
Train back home from Neral

The route to Matheran from Garbett Plateau begins on the right side of the hillock on which Garbett Point is situated.

View from the end of the plateau

Cloud Formation

On one end of the plateau, lies Garbett Point. On the other end, the plateau ends into a cliff that forms a ridge with another mountain a little distance ahead (pictured above). That ridge, along with Garbett Plateau itself, form ideal conditions for orographic lift; a phenomenon where air moves up a sudden rise in the topography, either due to anabatic wind or simply horizontal winds being pushed up against a mountain.

This rising air cools down adiabatically, resulting in the rapid formation of clouds. If you are lucky, you might be able to see this happen up close.

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Garbett point trek ❤️this plateau is beautiful heaven in matheran.

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First time I saw photos of Garbett plateau trek OR Garbett point trek I couldn’t resist looking at the photos again and again. That moment itself I planned that this was going to be my first monsoon trek that year. And here i was standing on Garbett plateau imagining how come such a beautiful place went unnoticed from me for so long. During monsoon clouds constantly cross Garbett plateau playing hide and seek with rain. This plateau view from the Garbett point of Matheran is what dreams are made of. Every once in a while clouds clear up to show beautiful views with Morbe dam on one side & Dhom lake on the other. In this Garbett point trek blog you will get all the information to plan this Garbett plateau trek yourself. More adventures like Garbett at the end of the post.

pre monsoon clouds at Garbett plateau trek

Matheran is one of the most famous hill stations in India where vehicles are not allowed. Normal tourists reach Matheran via the Neral toy train or just drive on the normal road to reach Dasturi Naka ( which is the entrance point of Matheran). These tourists then visit different view points of Matheran by walking or on a horse. However adventure lovers like me love to reach Matheran by trekking from base village to these view points. There are more than 10 Matheran trekking routes . Garbett point is such a beautiful view point in Matheran & this trek is a way to reach it from the base village. The namesake Garbett point provides a beautiful view of the Garbett plateau as seen by my friend Vicky just before monsoon.

Clouds at Garbett plateau trek - during the most beautiful garbett point trek blog

Is Garbett point trek difficult for beginners ?

What is the difficulty level of Garbett plateau trek? Garbett trek is one of the easy sahyadri treks with perfect views in monsoon. You will need to have basic stamina to do this trek but trust me the views are so beautiful that no one will feel tired.

How long is the Garbett point trek ?

Niraj, how much time does it take to complete Garbett plateau trek ? It will take about 2.5 hrs to reach Garbett point and another 30 minutes to reach the main Matheran area. But make sure to have buffer time as you will click photos. Even the khadoos people who dont like to click photos turn into a photographer after reaching here. If you are planning a descend trek you will need 90 minutes to get down.

Garbett point trek blog: garbett plateau hidden in monsoon clouds

Khane me kya hai ?

Many hotels are available at Matheran & Diksal which the two end points of the trek. However i would suggest to support locals of Sagachiwadi which is at mid point for the trek. You can get tasty home made food here. ( checkout my trek food & trek gear )

Stay & Camping at Garbett Plateau

Hotels are available in Matheran which as you know is a famous hill station. Camping can be done on Garbett plateau in winter. In monsoon winds are too powerful for tents at Garbett point as well as Garbett plateau. Camping near Dhom dam seems to be a feasible option.

Garbett point trek to Matheran BLog - Garbett palteau becomes partially visible from Garbett point

How to reach Garbett point trek from Mumbai and Pune ?

garbett plateau trek route map gpx Garbett point trek to Matheran, how to reach Garbett plateau trek Matheran

Garbett point trek to Matheran starts at Diksal, one walks through Diksal to reach Dhom dam. Walking around the dam we reach the Diksal waterfall . After a small stream crossing & a small climb we reach a big tree & further to a village called Sagachiwadi which is surrounded by paddy fields. From here walking pass a well we climb to reach the Garbett plateau.

Once we reach Garbett plateau we need to climb to the Garbett point where the trek is officially complete. From here one can reach Dasturi Naka ( entrance point of Matheran) take a shared taxi to Neral railway station and head home.

Nearest Railway Station is Bhivpuri Railway station (Diksal) & Neral Railway station ( For Moving to Matheran)

These two railway stations are very well connected with Mumbai and Pune. From Mumbai one can catch a Karjat local and get down directly at these stations. While coming from Pune one also get on a Karjat train and change to local trains at Karjat to get down at these stations which are 10-15 minutes away.

From Matheran to Neral station there is plenty of connectivity with shared taxis charging Rs 70 per head.

Route for the Garbett trek: Bhivpuri Railway Station > Diksal > Dhom Dam > Sagachiwadi > Garbett plateau > Garbett point > Matheran > Neral railway station

Route for Garbett point from bhivpuri , Diksal

Garbett Point Trek to Matheran : TheFreeBird’s Story

As part of my #ProjectMatheran I am covering all the trekking routes to Matheran. Since the time I had seen photos of Garbett plateau I was counting days till monsoon. As soon as it started raining I took the first train to Bhivpuri road railway station. From station one needs to walk through the Diksal city (15-20 minutes) to Dhom dam from where the Garbett trek starts

Dhom dam & Diksal waterfall during Garbett trek

Dhom dam has a huge expanse. The size of its banks changes through the year with the amount of water . During monsoon the water rises more and we need to walk more as backwaters rise in certain areas. Once I started walking past the dam I could see the Diksal waterfall & the BIG tree on its right side. The first target was to go near this waterfall

As I reached near the waterfall the sound of a near by water stream became louder and louder. I was enticed to take a plunge in this stream but the water was too cold. I didnt want to wet my shoes at the start of the trek hence I took them off for stream crossing.

Water stream crossing near Diksal waterfall enroute Garbett point trek

The stream though not that big got me excited for the actual trek i.e climbing which starts from here. Taking the route on right side we reach this BIG TREE where we had out first snacks for the day. This tree’s shadow would be a blessing during a summer trek . With a small brunch we were once again on the trail.

The big tree near Dhom dam and Sagachiwadi

Gradually climbing higher we first reach Sagachiwadi. The trail passes through many paddy fields before reaching here. With proper sunlight this would be a sight to behold but that day it was very cloudy . We made out way through the village. There are few food options available in this village. If not for the brunch 10 minutes back I would have definitely had something here. #SupportLocals

Many kids were excited to see us in full trekking gear. Some took fancy to my friends DSLR. He took many photos which no one ever got to see again. Classic DSLR guy !!! Passing through the village we reached a well where we filled our bottles

Garbett point trek to Matheran BLog - The well near Sagachiwadi

Just after the well is a sign directing us to start climbing the short hill to reach the Garbett plateau. The cloudy climate had started to clear up and the view was getting better & better with each step. Soon the weather cleared up & Dhom dam became visible.

Garbett point trek to Matheran BLog - The actual trek route from BHivpuri to Dhom to Sagachiwadi to Garbett

I was finally going to reach the Garbett plateau after waiting months for monsoon to start. But as fate would have it, it was a huge anticlimax as clouds gathered all over the plateau minutes before I reached it. I was praying for the nature god to clear the climate and give me a sneak peak for the view around. We waited for some time in vain and started to walk towards the Garbett point. The clouds did clear up a bit but not as much as a photographer would have wanted..

Garbett point trek to Matheran BLog - Garbett in clouds

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The clouds continued to play with the mountain. The trees & Garbett point disappearing within clouds every now & then did provide a unique experience. We walked towards the Garbett point which was mostly hidden behind clouds untill we reached near it .

Garbett point from Garbett plateau surrounded by clouds

As we started climbing towards the Garbett point the clouds were back in action. Wind speed increased drastically making it even difficult to walk. I mean come on Nature God do you really want me not see anything on this Garbett trek ??

Garbett point trek to Matheran BLog - Descending from Garbett point to plateauto

But even the darkest cloud has silver lining . The wind picking up speed bore unexpected fruits as the the clouds started to clear up & soon I was shocked to witness this Garbett plateau unravelling its beauty in a magical way.

Monsoon clouds at Matherna garbett point

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This magic show lasted for couple of minutes before the clouds took over and we were walking through clouds again. As the wind picked up speed I kept my camera inside and slowly moved towards the Garbett point. The famous view from Garbett point Matheran had disappeared today and only railings were visible to identify the view point

Above is what Garbett point view of the plateau looks like without clouds but I feel the cloud experience is a hundred times better. Since no view was visible we moved ahead towards Matheran market. Its about 2 kms of walk to reach the main market. Even the inner trails in Matheran were cloudy.

We passed under many trees to finally reach the main road of Matheran which runs besides the railway track. This Garbett trail meets the Matheran railway track at this point which conveniently happens to be a tea stall. A cup of tea always tastes good when you been trekking for hours completely drenched.

Matheran's toy train stopped for monsoon

With the hot tea in our systems we walked over the railway track to reach Matheran railway station where the toy train was parked for the monsoon season. The train service is stopped in monsoon due to constant landslides. We went to the main market area, moved around a bit before calling it a day

Next move was to reach Dasturi Naka, get into a shared taxi to Neral railway station. A day well spent in sahyadris

Till next time.

Hope you enjoyed reading this Garbett trek blog .

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I saw similar pre monsoon clouds just yesterday where we couldn’t see scenery at all. We waited for half an hour for the clouds to clear up but they didnt go away. Got no photos 😓

Garbett is always covered in clouds. Sometimes you dont get to see much due to cloudy weather. But trust me its equally beautiful & be sure it would be much more memorable than the photos

Garbett Plateau Monsoon Trek (Ex-Bhivpuri) Garbett Plateau Monsoon Trek (Ex-Bhivpuri)

Located in the southwest direction of Matheran, Garbett Plateau is a beautiful place that offers a mesmerizing 360-degree view of the all-time favorite hill station of Matheran. The point was discovered back in 1850 and covers around 8 square kilometers of the Sahyadris. Get a chance to visit this amazing spot and witness the beauty surrounding the area while trekking.

Board the fast local to Karjat from departing from CST railway station at 06:10 hours. You will reach Bhivpuri railway station by 08:00 hours and meet the trek operator near the ticket counter of the station. After tea/coffee at the nearby stall, you will leave for the base village, Diksal. After reaching Diksal, you will immediately start trekking towards Garbett Point. You will reach the top after 3-4 hours of climbing. Explore the beautiful Garbett point and have lunch at the summit. Start descending towards Matheran. From Matheran, you will board a local transport to Neral station, and start your journey towards Mumbai. You will reach Mumbai by 19:00 hours. Your Garbett Point trek ends here.

Catch below CSMT-Karjat fast local

06:10 am - CSMT
06:18 am - Byculla
06:24 am - Dadar
06:31 am - Kurla
06:35 am - Ghatkopar
06:49 am - Thane
07:05 am - Dombivali
07:15 am - Kalyan
07:58 am - Bhivpuri Road

08:15 am - Assemble at Bhivpuri Railway Station near the ticket counter. 08:30 am - Have breakfast. 09:00 am - Start trek towards Garbett Plateau. 12:30 pm - Reach Garbett Plateau. Explore and have a packed Lunch. 01:30 pm - Start trek towards Garbett point. 02:30 pm - Reach Garbett point and rest. 03:00 pm - Start walking towards Dasturi taxi point. 04:00 pm - Reach taxi point and move towards Neral by local taxi. 05:00 pm - Reach Neral and disperse.

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Matheran to Neral local transport cost

Morning Breakfast and Lunch

First aid kit (our guides are certified in handling first aid situations)

Trekking Expertise Charges

Forest entry charges, permits & camping fee (if any)

All taxes applicable

Travel till Bhivpuri station and back from Neral

Anything other than above mentioned inclusion

Any personal expenses such as soft drinks etc.

Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.

Any travel or medical insurance

Trek across the sprawling greenery of Garbett Point.

Explore one of the lesser-known, yet gorgeous trekking destinations in Matheran.

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Things to Carry

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Water – 2 litres Mandatory
Sports / Trekking Shoes Compulsory.
Shoulder bag / Haversack / Rucksack (No sling Bag)
Energy Powder or Glucon D powder. Snacks & Biscuits.
Full-size pants (shorts, sleeveless t-shirts not advisable)
Extra Pair of Clothes. Clean napkin or small towel.
Cap/hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, moisturizer.
Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. (For monsoons)
Woollen clothes / Jacket / Decathlon Fleece (For winters)
Please carry medicines if you need any.
Bedsheet/sleeping bag (optional) and Torch (mandate) for camping or night trek
Hand sanitizer Face/Nose Mask & Sanitary Kit

Garbett Plateau Monsoon Trek (Ex-Bhivpuri) Policies

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Garbett plateau | our favourite monsoon trek.

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Garbett Plateau is one of the most scenic treks in all of Maharashtra. Although it is situated close to Matheran, it has still survived commercialization. Escape the city and head into the serenity of the hills as we walk along the Dhom lake and tread through rustic villages on this trek. The lush green beauty of the Sahyadris is seen only in the monsoons making the view from the top simply spectacular! So grab your rain jackets, lace up those shoes, and follow us #IntoTheWild !

Difficulty level: Moderate
Base village: Diksal
Summit height: 2,625 ft
Time taken to climb/descend: 3-4 hrs climb / 1.5 hrs descent
Total distance of trek: 8 km
Duration: 1 day
Meeting point: Bhivpuri Stn ticket counter (8:00 am)
Departure point: Neral Stn ticket counter (6:00 pm)

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8:00 am: Board the 6:10 am Karjat (Fast) and reach Bhivpuri by 8:00 am. Meet the Vagabond team at the Bhivpuri station ticket counter at 8:00 am

08:15 am: We head towards Diksal village and nourish ourselves with some breakfast.

09:30 am: After a round of introductions and getting to know each other a little bit, we make our way towards Garbett plateau. On our way, we will cross the pristine Dhom lake and a few villages. Feel free to whip out those phones and Go Pros to capture your rainy weekend outdoors.

01:30 pm: On reaching Garbett plateau, we will take a lunch break and spend some time here. The lush green panoramic view that surrounds us is one of the many reasons that the Sahyadris are a hotspot for trekkers during the monsoons.

03:00 pm: We make our way through the forest and onwards to Dasturi. You can grab roasted corn and 'chai' for a perfect end to the trek.

04:00 pm: We board our taxis and make our way towards Neral station.

05:00 pm: Adios! Back to the mundane city life. Until next time, Vagabonds!

Return transport from Matheran to Neral station (private taxis)
Refreshments
Trek guide charges
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Regular: Rs. 1,350/- (+5% GST)
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Rainwear (rainjacket/poncho)
Packed lunch
Drinking water (minimum 2 ltr)
Sturdy shoes with a grip
Sweets/Glucon D (optional)
Camera (optional)
Trekking pole (optional but very useful)
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Garbett Point Trek

Garbett Point is located on south-west side of Matheran Hill in Raigad District of Maharashtra, India. Garbett Point is at distance of 5km from Matheran. There are many points in Matheran and Garbett point is one of them.

Base Village: Diksal Village

Elevation/Height: 2625 Feet or 800 m

Nearest Railway Station: Bhivpuri

Grade level: Easy

Endurance Level: Medium

Time Required to Reach the Top: 3 Hour

Best Time to Visit: June to September

Garbett Point Information

There are many ways to reach Matheran and Garbett Point is most famous amongst all. Garbett Point offers a great view of Matheran Hill, Irshalgad, Morbe Dam, Dhom Lake, and Sondai Fort. The total distance of Garbett point trek is about 8km.

Garbett Point Can also be reach via Matheran. If you are bored from your daily routine and need some refreshment then travel. We can also visit Diksal waterfall during this trek.

Garbett Point Trek Route

Diksal village – Dhom Lake – Mango Tree – Sagachiwadi Village – Garbett Plateau- Garbett Point Top

Garbett Point trek route is easy and well-marked till the top of Garbett Point. Garbett Point trek begins from Dhom lake. Garbett Point trek passes Dhom lake, paddy fields, small village and huge plateau .

Garbett Point trek is the best one-day trek near Mumbai and Pune. Monsoon season is best time to visit Garbett Point. Garbett Point is best and ideal treks for beginners and first-timers.

Garbett Point Trek Video

Please Keep the Nature Clean and Green

Things to See on Garbett Point Trek:

Diksal waterfall
Garbett Plateau
View of Matheran Mountain Range

Camping / Accommodation Facility: There are so many hotels in Matheran for accommodation. Garbett Plateau is a huge area and we can camp over there with our tents. Camping is not allowed near Dhom lake.

Food / Water Facility: There are many hotels in Matheran, We can easily get food and water. However, the Arrangement of food and water can be done by the People of Sagachiwadi village.

How to reach Garbett Point

Get down at Bhivpuri Railway station. Bhivpuri can be easily reached from Mumbai, Pune and Thane. From Bhivpuri railway station, we have to walk 15-20 minutes to reach Dhom Lake which is the starting point of the trek. We can also reach Garbett Point from Matheran. Get down at Neral Railway Station and catch share taxi to reach Matheran. From Matheran ask anyone for Garbett Point.

Total Cost of My Journey

Thane to Bhivpuri (By Train): Rs. 40 (Return Ticket)

Matheran to Neral Station(By Taxi): Rs. 80

Places to Visit near Garbett Point:

Irshalgad Fort
Peb/Vikatgad Fort
← Sondai Fort Trek
Harihar Fort Trek →

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Garbett Plateau implies to one of the most beautiful trekking experiences in Matheran. The location consists of a 360 degree breathtaking panoramic view of the entire Matheran range which can hold any traveller spellbound. This point is ideal for attaining leisure and relaxation, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. On being fortunate enough, you may catch the glimpses of witnessing reverse waterfalls. The location, being windy and breezy, is definitely a perfect destination to explore in this monsoon.

About the Activity: Experience the fun and thrill as you head out for a night trekking to Matheranrvia Garbett Point and make your night an exciting one. The Night Trek to Matheran lets you enjoy the thrilling adventurous hike to the Garbett point under the barren sky and grasp immense peace on reaching the peak. The trekking experience is assisted by the guidance of experienced professionals who would accompany you throughout your adventurous journey. The night trekking activity to Matheranrvia Garbett Point provides you with comfortable pick-up and drop off facility that would allow local transport travelling from Dasturi Naka to Neral. Besides convenient transportation, the trekking activity is also accompanied by a complimentary breakfast which is sure to make your experience a more delightful one. Meals The Garbett Point trekking lets you grab a delicious and wholesome breakfast which you receive as a complimentary meal. How to Reach You can reach the pick-up location i.e Bhivpuri Station conveniently through the help of public and private transportation.

Trip Location: Matheran Duration of the Trek : 3 Hours

Explore the vast plateau
Experience the thrill of a night trek
Enjoy a glorious sunrise amid mountains
Chance to capture panoramic views from top
Sorry no more departures available. You could get in touch with us at [email protected] if you'd like to make a booking.

23:15 pm Meet the Bhatakna Team at Bhivpuri Station

23:30 pm Start the trek after an introduction round

05:30 am Reach the top to experience beautiful sunrise

07:30 am Head to Dasturi Naka after exploring the plateau

08:30 am Stop for breakfast at Matheran

09:30 am Take a cab till Neral station

10:30 am Reach Neral station and catch a train to Mumbai

Train Time Table CST Karjat Fast Local for Saturday

Please try to board the first compartment from Karjat side. Missing the train means missing the trek, so please be on time.

21:26 Mumbai CST
21:33 Byculla
21:40 Dadar
21:47 Kurla
21:51 Ghatkopar
22:03 Mulund
22:07 Thane
22:22 Dombivili
22:31 Kalyan
23:12 Bhivpuri

What is included in the tour

Local Transport traveling from Dasturi Naka to Neral
1 veg breakfast
Trek Leader expertise charges

What is NOT included in the tour

Travel till Bhivpuri station and back from Neral
Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered
Any kind of personal expenses
Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above
All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
2/3 Liters of water
Good Torch must with an extra battery
Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on the trek
One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters
Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars
Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets
Sun Cap and Sunscreen
Personal First aid and Personal Medicine
Identity Proof
Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles
Kindly carry one Identity proof, at least for the trek with your address.
We all are going for an adventurous and exciting trekking expedition; please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR.
The leader's decision will be final, and all the members should abide by it.
We do not destroy or dirty the archaeological, historical monuments, natural habitat on the trek.
Swimming is not allowed in the lake or water tank on the forts. Locals use that water for drinking.
Putting your feet in water tanks or on the canon is not allowed on our treks.
Any addiction is strictly prohibited, e.g. drinking, smoking, chewing tobacco anyone caught doing it will have to exit the trek without a refund and travel back on own expense.
People caught smoking or drinking alcohol will be asked to exit the event on an immediate basis.
Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any liability for the same.
Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking, or any adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events, you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any accident or compensation in whatsoever manner.
We should strictly follow the code of conduct to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from our group or outside.
Listening to music on earphones or Bluetooth speakers is not allowed while trekking.
Bluetooth speaker not allowed inside the homestay or camping tents.
Drinking/smoking,/eating is not allowed inside the tents.
If you damage the tent, break the tent poles, you will have to pay us for the whole new tent on MRP.
If you are late for the bus pickup and are not reachable on the phone during your bus pickup, the trek leader will leave without you, and we will provide no refund.
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1. How to go Garbett night trek from Mumbai? The meeting point for this trek will be at Bhivpuri Railway Station. We have mentioned the train timing in the itinerary. Kindly boarded the train accordingly. Our trek leader will meet you at Railway Station near the ticket counter. From here we will guide u .

2. What is the Garbett Night Trek batch size regularly? Usually, each Garbett Night trek group has 05 - 30 people which comprises women, men, children, solo travelers. We send trek leaders as per the batch size to make sure you enjoy your trek and receive proper guidance whenever needed. Bigger the group more the fun, our trek leader engages with trekkers and traveler to keep the group motivated.

3. Do you provide pick up and drop service from Mumbai for Garbett Night Trek? No. In case you are coming in a car you need to reach on time till Bhivpuri using google maps location provided by us.

4. I am a Female traveler or Solo traveler can i join Garbett Night Trek? Garbett Trekking route is very safe for female trekkers, locals are very friendly. Our team will take care of your safety

5. Distance from Mumbai to Garbett Trek start point ? Three hours drive from Mumbai - 70 km approx.

6. The number of days required for Garbett trekking? One day and One Night is required to complete the Garbett Night Trek. During monsoon, the trek is held early morning due to dense fog covering the peak. During winter and summer, it is advised to summit Garbett around dawn to avoid intense heat during the day. Garbett trek pics are available in the photo gallery you can click on the button to see more.

7. Where can we park our cars near the Garbett trek?

Base Village at your own risk. Locals might ask for parking fees. There are no designated parking areas around the village.

8. Are Toilet Available on Garbett Mountain?

Not available During the trek toilets are not available on Garbett Trek. You will need to go in the open. Provision for toilet will be made at Villagers House - eastern style commode. There is a scarcity of water so English toilets are not available.

9. Do Single Travellers Female signup for these events?

We have 60 - 40 % or more Male - Female ratios on our events

Many Single Travelling Female join our events

We also send female trek leaders whenever possible and available to lead.

10. Are Kids allowed on treks?

11. Phone Connectivity?

Limited phone connectivity available for most cellular services

12. Is cash payment or spot payment accepted?

Cash payment is not accepted. Registration against 100% upfront payment only via Paytm / UPI / NEFT / IMPS / Payment Getaway on the spot payment not accepted. We need to book in advance bus/jeep and make other arrangements upfront payment is a must

13. Can I charge my phone?

No electricity. Please carry a power bank if required.

14. Can we smoke or drink alcohol?

People caught smoking or drinking alcohol will be asked to exit the event on an immediate basis. Garbett Peak and trekking route is sacred to all Maharashtrians anyone caught smoking or consuming alcohol will be at the mercy of locals.

15. Can we listen to music on Bluetooth speakers?

Listening to music on earphones or Bluetooth speakers is not allowed while trekking, Bluetooth speakers not allowed inside the homestay. Please enjoy the sound of nature on the trek. Trek leaders keep giving instructions throughout the trek you will miss important communication if listening to music.

16. How do I make payment?

You can pay online on our website by clicking on the book now tab.

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GARBETT PLATEAU

Grade : Moderate

Cost : ₹ 650

Highest Altitude : 2625 Feet (800m)

Date : 30th June, 2024

Major Attraction :

Diksal waterfall (only if it rains), Thrilling Climb to Garbett point from Garbett pleteau, Walk across Dhom Dam at the start of the trek and end trek with a forest walk in Matheran

Meeting Point :

Bhivpuri railway station (near Karjat end bridge) at 07:34 am (After reaching meeting point, call our trek leader. Contact detail will be provided on the event day)

Trek Duration : 3 hours ascend, 2-2.5 hours trail walk

Water Sources : Midway of the trek at Sagachiwadi

Washroom Facilities : Midway of the trek at Sagachiwadi (Limited facilities)

Technical Climb : No

Base Village : Bhivpuri

Nearby City : Karjat

Mode of Transport : Dasturi to Neral by shared taxi

Vehicle Travel Distance : 12 kms

Vehicle Travel Duration : 30 Mins

Batch Size : Minimum 8, Maximum 30 participants

Tentative Schedule :

Board CSMT-Karjat fast local and get down at Bhivpuri Road (If you miss the train, you miss the event)

05:46 am : CSMT

05:59 am : Dadar

06:10 am : Ghatkopar

06:25 am : Thane

06:41 am : Dombivali

06:50 am : Kalyan

07:34 am : Bhivpuri Road

07:45 am : Have breakfast

08:30 am: Start trek after short briefing and introduction

09:30 am : Reach Diksal waterfall and enjoy (Only if it rains or else we will skip it)

10:00 am : Move towards Garbett Plateau

01:00 pm : Reach Garbett Plateau and explore (30 mins)

01:30 pm : Have lunch (Bring your own)

03:00 pm : Reach Garbett Point and explore (30 mins)

04:30 pm : Reach Dasturi and move towards Neral 05:30 pm : Reach Neral and board 05:49 pm Karjat-CSMT fast local

07:28 pm : Reach CSMT

Cost Inclusions :

Travel from Dasturi to Neral by shared taxi

First aid, guide and expertise charges only

Things to Carry :

2 litres of water

Packed lunch or snacks of lunch

Trekking shoes (Action Trekking or Coaster CTR shoes are recomended, avoid Forclaz/Quechua/Running/Other sports shoes for treks in Maharashtra)

Glucon D or Elecrolyte Powder

Medicine as necessary to you

Overview :

How do you determine your fitness?

Trekking requires good cardiovascular fitness. One can improve this by going for a run on a regular basis and breathing exercises also helps. Smoking also hampers lung capacity, avoid smoking if you want to improve your cardiovascular health.

Even though trekking requires full body strength but strong lower body helps a great deal. Hamstring, Glute and Calves are main muscles that are put to test on treks to name a few. Gym goers often pay less attention to lower body workouts and hence sometimes struggle on trek.

Some treks have less elevation gain (height gain) but are long treks, those trek require good endurance. Endurance can not be built overnight, it takes a long time and constant active lifestyle.

Just because you take long walks, do yoga or go to the gym does not necessarily mean that you are in good fitness. The type of workout you do and your cardiovascular fitness is what matters on treks.

If you have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of more than 25 then you should only start with Easy treks.

How do we grade our treks ? Easy: Ideal for first timers but if you are not in good fitness or have a less active lifestyle then select treks which have less than 2 hours of climbing.

Easy Moderate: Ideal for first timers, but requires good endurance as these treks may have longer duration of climb even though terrain may be easy. Moderate: These trek require good fitness and the terrain can be challenging, like constant climb or tricky patches. These are usually recommended only if you have done a few treks before and have done well on them. Fit and active beginners can also do these treks but we always suggest to start with easy treks. Moderate-Difficult: These trek are only for trekkers who have done few moderate level treks before and have good fitness and endurance.

Difficult: These treks either have long trekking hours or have technical climb or both. Only suitable for people who trek regularly.

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b) If you cancel after that time limit, then you will neither get any refund nor the amount will be adjusted in future events under any circumstances.

c) However, you can always send someone eligible as your replacement . No extra charges or cancellation charges will be levied for the same.

d) Our events are planned assuming normal weather and normal conditions. In case of occurrence of any delayed cancellation of local or express trains, natural calamities, riots, political unrest, outbreak of disease or other such circumstances which are beyond our control, the event may be cancelled, Leaders decision will be final and binding on all participants, under such circumstances, No refund will be provided.

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Coaster CTR Shoes are currently the best available shoes for treks in Maharashtra. They cost around Rs. 1100-1600 depending on the type. Available online and select few retail outlets in Mumbai. Avoid buying expensive shoes for treks in Maharashtra such as Quechua, Woodland etc.

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The Sunday Sunbathing - Trek To Matheran Via Garbett Plateau, Western Ghats, India

When you are bitten by that crazy bug called wanderlust, your heart always wants to run away from the usual humdrums of everyday life at any given chance. And, if you get to wander every weekend, nothing like it.

I always promise myself that I would remain at home during weekends but my heart keeps nagging me to let loose, run away and escape. After returning from Dudhsagar a week before, I had decided to take a break from trekking for sometime. Yes, you heard me right… “Take a break from trekking”. There has hardly been any weekend that I was home since the start of May 2015 hence, my guilt ridden conscience advised me on the above.

Well, come Friday evening and my feet started itching, fingers already on the keyboard searching for next trekking schedule on Trek Mates India . ;)

Couple of friends had already planned to tempt me by sharing pictures of the upcoming Sunday trek. The conclusion, I decided to keep my promise of staying at home over the weekend for some other time. Booked myself for the Sunday trek, “Trek to Matheran via Garbett Plateau” .

I have been supremely late in posting about this trek due to some xyz reasons but it’s better to be late than never.

Matheran is a splendid hill station in Raigad district of Maharashtra . Located around 90 kms from Mumbai and 120 kms from Pune , Matheran is also known as the smallest hill station of India . It is also known to be the most unpolluted hill station of Maharashtra and Asia’s only automobile-free hill station.

This exquisite place was discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the then district collector of Thane.

Matheran is located at an elevation of 2625 feet above MSL. It covers an area of 8 square kilometers in Sahyadris, The Western Ghats. It has also been declared as the eco-sensitive region by the Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India.

The close proximity to Mumbai and Pune makes it a popular weekend getaway destination.

The hill station is also a home for large population of monkeys including Bonnet Macaques and Hanuman Langurs. This place is a haven for snakes from harmless keelbacks to pythons to deadly cobras and vipers.

There are several trekking routes to Matheran to reach the famous Sunset Point, Garbett Point and One Tree Hill Point

We were to trek to Matheran and reach Garbett Point via Garbett Palteau. The usual itinerary of this trek is to start from Bhivpuri station and trek towards Garbett point. However, due to the sudden vanishing act of the monsoon, there was a last minute change resulting in “The Reverse itinerary”. Which meant the otherwise ascending point was now to be the descending point of our trek. And, the supposed monsoon trek was re-named as “The Sunburn Trek”

Well, the sun and the heat could not lower the enthusiasm of 28 headstrong soulss which were absolutely geared up to achieve the collective goal of exploring the most unpolluted hill station of Maharashtra.

Arun Kumar Dash was our trek leader along with Amit Angane as co-lead. We boarded the early morning Karjat fast local and were supposed to meet at Neral station. The adventure started long before the trek. One of our trekmates, Kartheek missed the train. Hence, we decided to wait for him at Neral until he managed to reach by the next train.

While Kartheek was on his way to Neral, we enjoyed a longer breakfast break. Be it school or trek, we always love to have longer breaks. ;)

We drove till the starting point in private vehicles from Neral station. Had our usual straight circle introduction round. Once again, the majority of this group consisted of CAs and first timers. Arun led us from front and Amit was the back lead.

The sun was at it’s brightest self and ready to burn. The first few minutes of the trail was muddy. The discussion on possibilities of the story ahead in the next sequel of Bahubali and debating on the reasons as to why had Kattappa killed Bahubali made the walk less tiring and more fun. Everyone kind of jumped into the discussion and started pouring in their personal versions of logical reasoning behind Bahubali’s murder.

Arun had warned us of the presence of snakes and we were very much keen on coming face to face with one but to our disappointment, not a single snake came to greet us. The surrounding was beautiful with wild flowers at full blossom and numerous colorful butterflies fluttering over. I had not carried my camera and missed it the most. However, to my utter contentment, Vaibhav was considerate enough to lend his camera and I could satiate my wish of clicking pictures my own way.

A lesson learned- Never ever leave your camera behind when you are on for trails.

After half an hour’s walk, we were ready to climb to the Garbett Point. The climb was quite easy and quick but tiring due to the heat. Amrita and I quickly grabbed our place under a huge tree and settled down. Everyone followed and so did the Langurs.

We headed for our descend towards the Garbett Plateau after a longgggg break.

Lunch at Garbett plateau followed by crazy photosession. The pictures are proof of the craziness that followed.

The descend towards Bhivpuri was like a never ending affair. We encouraged all first timers by ensuring that they were just 10 minutes away from the target village each time they inquired about the amount of time left to reach there. The sun and the heat really pierced deep into the skin. We were dehydrated to core. After around an hour, we reached the nearby village, refreshed by the village well and rested till everyone reached.

The villagers were celebrating Dahi-Handi , children dancing on bollywood tunes. How could our trekmates miss this kind of fun. Vaibhav, Aman, Ansh and Shatrughan joined the village folks and enjoyed the rain dance.

The next leg of the trail was a simple walk along the lush green fields till we reached a small pool with waterfall. Completely sun burnt and exhausted of the heat, everyone jumped into the pool and had a splash. Amrita and I quit the idea of getting into the water and rather enjoyed watching everyone play.

The last leg of the trek was walking along the shores of the Bhivpuri lake. The lake was simply beautiful, calm and serene. The reflection of green hills in the still water of the lake was something worth waiting and watching. Had evening refreshments at Diksal village, near Bhivpuri station.

We had to catch the 6:51 PM Karjat local back to Mumbai from Bhivpuri station, which is 5 mins walk from Diksal. We were late. By the time we neared Bhivpuri station, the train had already arrived. And then, started the ultimate run of the season. All 28 trekmates ran to catch the train as if it was the run for life. Mumbai RPF extended the helping hand by stopping the train till all of us boarded safely. A big thank you to Mumbai RPF.

Although awfully sun-burnt, I was happy that I had decided not to take break from trekking so soon. May be, I would spend few more weekends trekking till the world comes to an end.

My next target is to go for a range trek. I hope this materializes in next to no time.

This story was originally published in Cocktails, Mocktails And Life .

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07:58 am - Bhivpuri Road. 08:15 am - Assemble at Bhivpuri Railway Station near the ticket counter. 08:30 am - Have breakfast. 09:00 am - Start trek towards Garbett Plateau. 12:30 pm - Reach Garbett Plateau. Explore and have a packed Lunch. 01:30 pm - Start trek towards Garbett point. 02:30 pm - Reach Garbett point and rest. 03:00 pm - Start ...
Garbett Plateau
Garbett Plateau is one of the most scenic treks in all of Maharashtra. Although it is situated close to Matheran, it has still survived commercialization. ... Total distance of trek: 8 km; Duration: 1 day; Meeting point: Bhivpuri Stn ticket counter (8:00 am) Departure point: Neral Stn ticket counter (6:00 pm) Upcoming Batches: 31st Aug ...
Garbett Point Trek
The total distance of Garbett point trek is about 8km. Garbett Point Can also be reach via Matheran. If you are bored from your daily routine and need some refreshment then travel. We can also visit Diksal waterfall during this trek. ... How to reach Garbett Point. Get down at Bhivpuri Railway station. Bhivpuri can be easily reached from Mumbai ...
Garbett Plateau Monsoon Trek
Garbett Plateau trek covers a distance of 8 km in Sahyadris which starts its visitors from 1850 itself. Garbet point is situated at the south-west direction of Matheran. One day monsoon trek to Garbett Plateau consist of exploring lush forests, waterfalls, lakes, fresh air, chilling wind, etc. If you are looking for a one day but memorable ...
How To Reach Garbett Plateau From Bhivpuri: The Step-By-Step Guide
Garbett Plateau Monsoon Trek... How to go to Garbett Plateau from Mumbai You can easily reach to Garbett Point from Bhivpuri Station Road Station or From Mat...
Garbett Point Trek
Meeting Point : Bhivpuri Railway Station (near the Karjat End Bridge) at 12:40 am (After reaching meeting point, call our trek leader. ... Vehicle Travel Distance : 9 kms. Vehicle Travel Duration : 30 Mins. Batch Size : Minimum 8, Maximum 30 Participants ... Bhivpuri Road and Start the Trek 05:30 am : Reach Garbett Point and Rest 07:00 am ...
Garbett Point trek
10:29 pm Kalyan. 11:10 pm Bhivpuri. Meeting point: Meet Adventure Geek Leader at Bhivpuri station. 11:15 pm: Introduction round. 11:30 pm: Start trek, passing thru Dam, Jungle, Villages. 03:30 am: Reach the top Rest, Relax. 06:00 am: Wake up, Watch Sunrise, explore Garbett point. 06:30 AM: Start towards Dasturi Naka after clicking a mandatory ...
Garbett Point Night Trek
Garbett Point Trek. Love night sky, lush green landscapes & 360 degrees view? ... 23:15 pm Meet the Bhatakna Team at Bhivpuri Station. 23:30 pm Start the trek after an introduction round. Sunday. ... Distance from Mumbai to Garbett Trek start point ? Three hours drive from Mumbai - 70 km approx. 6. The number of days required for Garbett trekking?
Garbett Point
Grade : Moderate Region : Karjat Base village : Bhivpuri Road Landmark : Dhom Dam, Mathran Number of Routes : 1 Highest Altitude : 2625 Feet (800m) Trek Duration : 1-1.5 Hour walk, 4-5 Hours ascend Surrounding Peaks : One Tree Hill, Sondai Ideal Season : June to February (Monsoon months are good weather wise and Winter months for clear views) Major Attarction :
Garbett Point Trek
Meeting Point : Bhivpuri railway station (near Karjat end bridge) at 07:34 am (After reaching meeting point, call our trek leader. Contact detail will be provided on the event day) Key Info : Trek Duration : 3 hours ascend, 2-2.5 hours trail walk ... 03:00 pm : Reach Garbett Point and explore (30 mins) 04:30 pm : Reach Dasturi and move towards ...
Garbett Plateau Point Trek Route Matheran
The Trek: We were to trek to Matheran and reach Garbett Point via Garbett Palteau. The usual itinerary of this trek is to start from Bhivpuri station and trek towards Garbett point. However, due to the sudden vanishing act of the monsoon, there was a last minute change resulting in "The Reverse itinerary". Which meant the otherwise ...
Garbett Plateau Trek
Garbett Plateau is a comparatively secluded and less visited vantage point. Flanked by a gorgeous valley on one side and the thick jungle on the other, it is a place where enthralling sunrise and sunset can be observed. Endurance: Easy. Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate. Height: 2625 ft. Activities: Trekking.
Garbett Point Night Trek
Event Itinerary for Garbett Night trek. Day 1. Mumbai Participant can board the below train please check on the phone app for platforms. Please board the below train and meet us at Bhivpuri Railway Station near the Ticket counter. CSMT - Khopoli slow local. 10:28 pm CSMT. 10:36 pm Byculla. 10:46 pm Dadar. 10:57 pm Kurla.
Diksal Waterfall Rappelling Bhivpuri
Diksal Waterfall Located near Bhivpuri Karjat easy one day trek with clear views of Dhom Dam and Matheran Garbett Point Trek enjoy thrills of waterfall Rappelling. Call Us . Head office +91 8828004949; Mumbai +91 8591064044; Mumbai +91 8828004949; Pune ... you would need to trek one-hour from Bhivpuri railway station to reach Diksal Waterfall ...

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