Pawna Lakeside
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Pawna Lakeside

Pawna Dam, Lonavala · Sahyadri, Maharashtra

2 Days

Duration

650 m

Altitude

Max 20

Batch Size

4.6 (456)

Rating

The Expedition

Overview

Lakeside tents, bonfire, barbecue and a sky full of stars. Pawna Lakeside is one of our community's favourite experiences in the Sahyadri, Maharashtra — handcrafted, small-batch and led by certified leaders, the way every adventure should be.

  • Lakeside tents, bonfire, barbecue and a sky full of stars.
  • Small batch with certified trek leaders
  • Local village meals & authentic hospitality
  • All permits, safety gear & first-aid included
  • Certificate & professional photographs

Meeting point: Pune / Mumbai pickup points (shared after booking)

Know Your Mountain

The climb, graded

EasyModerateHardExtreme

290 m

Elevation gain

7 km

Trail distance

12 – 55 years

Age range

Max 20

Batch size

Fitness check: Comfortable walking for a few hours. Honest grading — ask us if unsure.

Hour by Hour

Your route plan

  1. Day 1 · Morning

    Departure & trail head

    Pickup, breakfast halt and briefing at the base.

  2. Day 1 · Afternoon

    The ascent

    Steady climb with rest points and endless views.

  3. Day 1 · Evening

    Sunset & camp

    Lakeside tents, bonfire, barbecue and a sky full of stars. Bonfire, hot dinner and stargazing.

  4. Day 2 · Dawn

    Sunrise

    First light over the hills with hot chai in hand.

  5. Day 2 · Morning

    Explore & descend

    Explore the surroundings, then an easy descent.

  6. Day 2 · Evening

    Reach home

    Drop-off by evening.

Expedition Kit

Gear & provisions

What's included

  • Transport from Pune/Mumbai & back
  • Tents, sleeping bags & camp meals
  • Certified trek leaders & local guide
  • First-aid & safety equipment
  • All permits & entry fees

Not included

  • Meals during travel
  • Personal expenses & tips
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Pack your gear

Trekking shoes with good grip2 litres of waterRain jacket / ponchoEnergy bars & electrolytesPersonal medicinesTorch or headlampExtra pair of clothesCap & sunscreenValid ID proofSmall backpack (20–30L)

From the Trail

Moments captured

Pawna Lakeside — expedition photo 1
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Meet Your Guide

Led by the best

NG

Your expedition leader

Neha Gaikwad

Nature Guide · Firefly Specialist

5y

Experience

160

Treks led

The first gasp when people see a whole tree light up — that sound is why I'll never stop leading this trail.

Trail Verdicts

What trekkers say

4.6

Based on 456 verified adventurers

VT

Verified Trekker

Jun 2026 · Verified trekker

Smooth pickup, small group, zero chaos. Exactly what a weekend in the mountains should feel like.
VT

Verified Trekker

Jun 2026 · Verified trekker

Brilliantly organised trip to Pawna Lakeside. Safety-first leaders, great pace and genuinely good food. Will book again.

Before You Ask

Good to know

Most of our trekkers are first-timers. Our leaders set an inclusive pace — and we'll tell you honestly if a trail isn't right for you yet.

From

1,499/ person

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