Madhya Pradesh is in the center of India. There is a very beautiful place situated in a valley of the Satpura Ranges. In the Hoshangabad district of MadhyaPradesh state “Pachmarhi”. which is a very beautiful hill station and it is also called “Queen of Satpura” or Satpura ki rani. The geographical variety of Pachmarhi is so dazzling. It is home to many dense forests, wildlife sanctuaries waterfalls, and temples. Pachmarhi is the focal point for experience searchers and nature sweethearts. You will get surprised to know the number of adventurous activities to do in Pachmarhi which we can enjoy. If you are thinking to take a break and plan an exciting holiday. this place is for you. It contains so many Outdoor Activities.
October to March is the best time to visit Pachmarhi but all winter season is great to enjoy here. Four to five days are enough to relax and roam around this beautiful city. If you are planning a long vacation, you can do a lot in the Satpura ranges.
Today’s youth enjoy numerous adventurous sports. Many Adventure Clubs are conducting adventure activities for the youth of the country.
Once you decided to come here you think about how to reach Pachmarhi.
So here are Ways to reach Pachmarhi:
1. By Train:
The nearest railway station is at Pipariya on the Jabalpur rail line on the Howrah-Mumbai track.
It is 47 km from Pachmarhi. From Piparia a 2hrs drive will take you to Pachmarhi.
Bhopal is the major railway station near Pachmarhi. Bhopal and Pachmarhi is approximately 200 kilometer far.
2. BY Air:
The nearest airport is RajaBhoj Airport which is in the city of Bhopal 70 km from Hoshangabad and (200 km) from Pachmarhi.
It has a daily flight service to Delhi and Mumbai and other major cities in India. International flights are also easily obtainable to and from here.
All major airlines like Air India, Indigo, JetWings, SpiceJet, etc. are serviceable here.
3. By Bus:
Plenty of state government and private buses are available for Pachmarhi from nearby cities like Bhopal, Jabalpur, Nagpur, Indore, and from places like Kanha National Park and Pench National Park. road condition here is quite good. Guest must take into consideration that even if they are traveling by train or flight, the last journey till Pachmarhi has to be done by road.
A large no of tourist Taxis is also available from Bhopal, Jabalpur to Piparia. you can also prefer rented jeeps and cars
Tongas are also available for moderate rates.
There is no big deal to reach Pachmarhi in India at all because there is an excellent transportation network.
After reaching here in any of these ways explore the city and
Take a quick look at the list of things to do in Pachmarhi.
1. Waterfall Trekking
Waterfall trekking is a rare and thrilling exercise to indulge in. And an experience that’s a notch above hiking. It is exciting yet a risky one to perform. Waterfall Trek includes waterfalls, swimming, hiking, rappelling,boulder-hopping, canyoning, sliding, and spectacular wilderness. The place Pachmarhi is blessed with a number of exotic waterfalls.
Bee Falls, Dharkhora Waterfall, and Duchess Falls are the most exciting waterfalls for waterfall trekking. These waterfalls are mostly deep inside the jungle. For the true nature lover, there is a great experience.
You can also choose to trek the Apsara Vihar, Rajat Prapat, Pandav Caves.
for trekking to these falls, we have to take extra efforts. That includes walking uphill and sometimes downhill for several minutes.
The best time to visit these falls is the rainy season or after the rainy season like after October.
How to Reach:
All the falls except Duchess Falls are very close to the bus stand which is 3km.
Duchess Falls is 40 km away from the bus stand. Traveling to these falls is very easy you can get any vehicles there.
Entry fees for these waterfalls are free but at some places, they may charge you from 15-50 rs.
2. Ziplining
If you urge for extra adventure and thinking about what to do in Pachmarhi go for the zip lining. This is yet another exciting adventure game that you can enjoy to the extreme.
Ziplining is an aerial slideway from one end to the other to hang in the air with a cord and a pulley.
zip lining is generally safe. But there are definitely some precautions one should take. Zip-lines come in a variety of forms. Most hourly used for entertainment which you can enjoy in Satpura Ranges. This zip line is unique as it is one of the longest in India 800 meters zipline tour is one-two hrs long.
It costs you 1200 per person. it is open from 8 am to 5 pm.
How to Reach:
The adventure sports are available at Pachmarhi Lake, air-strip, and campsite Nalanda. These are 2 km from the bus stop.
This adventurous activity is by arranged Satpura Adventure Club, ensuring the utmost safety.
3. Horse Riding
Horse riding is yet another exciting Outdoor Activity in Pachmarhi.
which is done in handi Koh. It includes Pachmarhi Cantt. Handi Koh is a V-shaped profound gorge between two big hills.
This cliff gives stunning views of the greenery. There is a saying that from this site, a British official named Handi ended his life by committing suicide by jumping while riding a horse so horse rides are well known here.
Handi Khoh is an optimal setting for horse riding. It’s a breathtaking experience to ride a horse up to 300ft.
It costs 250 per person. And open from 7 am to 5 pm.
How to Reach:
It is 5 km far away from the Pachmarhi bus stop.
4. ATV Ride (All-Terrain Vehicle Ride).
Madhya Pradesh offers a beautiful view of the stunning Satpura Range. While thinking about Adventure Sports in Pachmarhi
Endeavoring an ATV ride through the wooded in Handi Khoh would be worth giving a shot.
All-Terrain Vehicle is also known as ATV. It is also known as quador quad bike, three-wheeler, four-wheeler, or quadricycle. It is designed to handle a broader variety of terrain than most other vehicles.
when you ride a bike from skewed areas, falls, and sharp edges, it gives you utmost happiness. Riding the ATV bike in nature’s beauty will definitely increase your enthusiasm and calm your nerves.
Many safeguards are taken for all rides. all these rides are arranged by experts. There is no necessity for worrying about safety. kids below the age of 16 have the company of guardians or adults with them.
You do not need any prior experience as riding an ATV is safe for beginners and experts alike.
How to Reach:
It is 5 km far away from the Pachmarhi bus stop.
Its entry fee is 400 per ATV. And its timing is 7 am to 5 pm.
5. Parasail on The Land
The Satpura Adventure Club provides you with great deals in adventure sports. Parasailing is one of those sports.
Parasailing over the captivating material of Pachmarhi is an amazing experience. You will be entranced to observe the excellence of the land while you are hights of miles above it
Parasailing is also known as parascending or para-kiting. it is a recreational kiting exercise where a person is tugged behind a vehicle. It is a very popular sport. while attached to a specially designed tent set that reminds one of a Parachute. The manned kite’s moving anchor maybe a motor vehicle, truck, or boat. The harness attaches the crapshoot to the parasail, which is connected to the boat by the shove rope. The vehicle either drives off, carrying the parascending and person into theirs. But, two or three people can parasail behind it at the same time, If the boat is strong enough. The rider has no control over the parachute. The activity is a fun ride. The club holds aptitude in the field of experience sports and bundles. and also focuses on the well-being of guests.
A Parasailing trip usually lasts about an hour and a half. but you will be on a flight for about six to ten minutes.
Its riding fee is 800 per person. Its timing is 10 am to 10 pm
6. Cycling
If you want to explore the city without damaging nature cycling is the best option
Exploring Pachmarhi’s beautiful scenery by picking up a bicycle is one of the best ways.
Getting ready to experience the locales at a relaxed pace.
You will get a beautiful glimpse of this Hill station while cycling. cycling through the thin paths and excellent spots of Pachmarhi is a great experience. That will charm every one of your faculties. MPTs like Amaltas and Champak Amaltas provide cycles to the guest to roam around the town. you can take bicycles for rent also. Rent for a bicycle is 400 per bicycle. starting from the hotel and paddling through various points in Pachmarhi you can enjoy nature.
Jatashanker, Bee Fall, Handikhoh, Priyadarshni, Pandav Caves, Apsara Vihar, Duchess Fall, Chauragarh, Satpura National Park, and Dhupgarh are the best places we can explore by bicycle.
No forest pass is required while riding a bicycle in Pachmarhi. You can park outside the cave’s garden entrance.
In case you are a daring person, you can likewise take up a couple of testing territories on your bicycle.
7. Hiking
Hiking up to Dhoopgarh is amongst the foremost exciting things to try to do in Pachmarhi. It requires about 6-7 hours of easy to moderate climbing. the trek may be a bit challenging. the breathtaking vistas, topped by a gorgeous fiery sunset quite compensate.
Dhoopgarh is that the highest point of the Mahadeo Hills in Satpura and is around 4,430 ft tall. This place is popularly referred to as the ‘Sunset Point’.
The journeying is somewhat difficult yet the perspectives. you simply will observe once you reach the highest merits facing the challenge.
Its timing is 9 am to 5 pm.
Its distance is 4.5 km.
It is 10.4 km from the bus stop.
You can also choose to hike through the Apsara Vihar, Rajat Prapat which can be reached via a steep hike.
8. Rock climbing
Rock climbing is a process where a person climbs to natural rocks or artificial rock walls.
The Satpura mountain range constitutes one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world.
The best movement to do in the city of Pachmarhi is rock climbing. The sky is the limit from there so in case you want an experience. The formations of the rocks make it ideal to climb. Rock Climbing is the most astonishing experience sport in Pachmarhi. Many camps put together this movement, and you can approach both of them for the equal. The city is fixed with different sedimentary rocks. with flickering clear stones that fill in as extraordinary fingerholds for the movement.
There are various rocks in this region. which are different in shape and height and so it ads various levels of difficulty to the climber.
Mid-April or the end of April is preferable timing for rock climbing.
most cliffs are in good shape for rock climbing and the season is usually very good. so if you are new and want to try you can give it a shot.
It is definately an amazingly happy and great experience to see at the highest point of a stone.
In the wake of the intersection, many obstacles came. After completing the action. You can likewise partake in flawless dusk from the top and take some time reviving yourself.
Fees are Rs 250 each for rock climbing.
9. Trekking in Pachmarhi
Trekking means walking on a long journey which seems difficult. It often includes journeys over mountainous regions and jungles. It is generally is an outdoor activity for a day or more than a day. where our purpose of explore and enjoy the scenery of nature. Spending many hours climbing around a large rock, rock hopping, trail, and ascending hills gives your whole body a workout. which improves your strength.
In case you are somebody who wanted to see the neglected spaces of Pachmarhi. you should definitely try trekking there. There are many slopes and excellent spots to see on the Satpura Range.
you can experience stunning spots in Pachmarhi. And can explore more than 1000 km there.
Chauragarh Peak, Apsara Vihar, Jatashankar Vrindavan are very good trekking places. Pandav Caves, Duchess Falls, Bee Fall are some of the visitor’s favorite spots in Pachmarhi. reaching these spots is very easy and is close to bus stops.
most of these places are open at all hours. There are no such entry fees in most of these places.
10. Riverside Camping
In our day-to-day life, we get very busy. we need relaxation from work distractions from home. For disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature camping is a very good choice. There are various advantages of camping Improving Moods and achieving mindfulness are on top. you will get very peaceful and exciting experience is a sure thing
The Camping trip is planned so you have enough opportunity to investigate the wildlife.
Camping beside the silent waters gives you a refreshing and pleasant atmosphere.
you can invest some energy investigating the excellence of the Satpura timberland range.
placing a tent in a riverside burning a bone fire is seems like a Bollywood movie scene.
If you have crazy friends then these kinda activities are for you this trip will take your craziness to the highest level. and if you want a very romantic trip with your partner this is the thing it will help to make boding very strong with your partner. by setting a tent at the riverside with your feet dipped in water it to yourself relaxing treat you can give y
Exploring the nearby scenery, playing games, singing songs, dance on crazy beats are some of the activities you can enjoy.
because participating in a variety of campfire activities is everyone’s dream. Spending a night in tents waking up and witnessing the most refreshing sunrise is a well-balanced mix of adventure and relaxation. you can also go with smokey foods.
Satpura National Park also known as Satpura Tiger Reserve is a popular destination for riverside camping.
Heritage walks to places like churches, temples, and caves. day tour with Jeep Safari, visiting national parks like Satpura national and tiger reserve. Forsyth trail, Jungle trekking, Sunset Tour at Pachmarhi Hills, camping in the woods are some of the other activities which you can do in Pachmarhi. if you want any help to experience these activities or plan a tour our various Pachmarhi tour packages are there for you. Contact us for bookings and inquiries.