Bhandardara Sightseeing (1 Day)

Lakes and Waterfalls of Bhandardara in a Day

Bhandardara, Ahmednagar / Nashik, Maharashtra4.4· 256 reviews1 Day

Duration

1 Day

Difficulty

Easy

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Trip highlights

  • Randha Falls — a dramatic 170 ft drop, among Maharashtra's largest and most photographed waterfalls
  • Umbrella Falls — named for the umbrella-like spread of water as it cascades down
  • Scenic views of Bhandardara Lake (Arthur Lake) against the Sahyadri backdrop
  • A relaxed, no-trekking-required day — suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels
  • Evening snacks by the waterfall in a peaceful, unhurried setting

Overview

Bhandardara is one of the most scenic hill regions near Nashik and Ahmednagar, home to the placid Bhandardara Lake (Arthur Lake) backed by the Sahyadri ranges. This day trip covers two of its best-loved waterfalls: Umbrella Falls, named for the umbrella-like spread of water it forms, and Randha Falls, a dramatic 170 ft drop that ranks among Maharashtra's largest waterfalls.

This is a leisurely sightseeing day rather than a trek — there's no significant climbing involved, just scenic drives and short walks to viewpoints, making it suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels. The pace leaves plenty of time to relax by the falls with evening snacks before heading back to Igatpuri.

Itinerary & Map

  1. 8:00 am

    Depart for Bhandardara

    Depart from the villa after breakfast and head towards Bhandardara.

  2. 11:00 am

    Visit Umbrella Falls and Randha Falls

    Spend the late morning and afternoon exploring both waterfalls and taking in the natural beauty.

  3. 4:00 pm

    Evening snacks at the waterfall

    Relax and enjoy the peaceful environment with snacks by the falls.

  4. 5:00 pm

    Depart from Bhandardara

    Head back towards Igatpuri.

  5. 7:30 pm

    Arrive back at Igatpuri

    Trip concludes on arrival at Igatpuri.

Inclusion

  • Travel arrangements

Exclusion

  • All extra meals
  • Medical or emergency evacuation if required
  • Any cost not mentioned in the inclusions above

Things to Carry

ID Proof
Carry a valid ID proof for the trip.
Sanitizer, Masks & Personal Medicines
Carry any regular medication you may need.

Videos

Way to Bhandardara, Kalsubai Shikhar, Randha & Umbrella Waterfall

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Reviews

4.5 · 4 reviews
M

Meera Kulkarni

September 2025

Perfect low-effort day out — no trekking required, just gorgeous waterfalls and lake views. Randha Falls in September was in full flow and genuinely impressive.

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Vivek Naik

August 2025

Took my parents along and they had no trouble with the pace — mostly viewpoints and short walks. Umbrella Falls lives up to its name, worth the stop.

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Shraddha Pillai

October 2025

Nice relaxed itinerary with evening snacks by the falls as a highlight. Would've liked a bit more time at Bhandardara Lake itself but overall a solid day trip.

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Arjun Deshpande

July 2025

Went during monsoon and the waterfalls were at their peak — loud, misty and beautiful. Carry the raincoat they recommend, you will get wet near Randha Falls.

FAQ

No — this is a sightseeing day trip with scenic drives and short walks to viewpoints. No trekking experience or high fitness level is required.

Terms & Conditions

Monsoon and just after (June-October) is when Randha Falls and Umbrella Falls are at their most spectacular, though paths near the falls get slippery — rain gear and good footwear are essential. Winter (December-February) offers a calmer, drier visit with pleasant weather for lake views, though the waterfalls will have far less flow.

Starting from

1,499per person
Igatpuri - Igatpuri
Trek starts from Igatpuri

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