Karjat is well known for trekking since it is surrounded by steep slopes, scenic ghats, flowing streams of Ulhas river, altogether a breath taking view. Various villages, where trekking is advisable are Khandpe, Sandshi, Kondiwade.
| Matheran |
| Matheran, the green hill station is about 27 km from Swaraj via Neral. You can drive to there for shopping in the market, come back and stay at Swaraj during the day. |
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| Kondheshwar temple |
| Kondheshwar temple is located in Sandshi. The beautiful architecture of the temple makes it a favorite tourist spot. |
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| Ganapati Temple at Kadav |
| Ganapati Temple at Kadav is another temple which is considered amongst 21 Ganapati temple visited by lots of devotees from near and far villages. |
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| Bahiri Cave |
| This cave is famous for trekking. Its characteristic long and strenuous stretches make it a challenging trekking adventure. However it is advised that an expert should accompany a trekking trip in this cave. This cave stands facing the Ulhas Valley at an altitude of 600m. this cave is religious for many Hindu devotees. On the day of Chaitra Purnima a fair is held in the area. |
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| Nakhind |
| Nakhind is a hill that stands at an altitude of 704m high. This hill is marked by the flawless view of the ghats. |
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| Chanderi |
| Chanderi: This magnificent group of mountains stands at a height of 790m. Chanderi is joined to a group of “four pinnacles” called Mhasmal. A cave at the base of Chanderi is famous for one-day trekking. |
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| Bhimashankar Area |
Located in the Sahyadri ranges, Bhimashankar is a huge massif, with a thick reserve forest. It stands at an altitude of 1005m. At the top of this massif, there is a huge plateau where the Bhimashankar town and the Bhimashankar temple are situated. Bhimashankar is a popular pilgrimage spot, since the Bhimashankar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva. The highest point of the massif is Nagphani, because it looks like the hood of a cobra from a distance. The Bhima river originates from here and flows down towards the Deccan.
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| Peth |
| Peth: An interesting conical hill for a day trekking, Peth offers a spectacular view of a thumb like pinnacle. The pinnacle is a fort, and is known as Kotligad. Peth offers breathtaking views of the Konkan Country side, Western Ghats and Matheran Ranges. |
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| Govidyapeetham |
| Established under the auspices of “The Sadguru Shree Aniruddha Upasana Trust” with the blessings and guidance of P.P. Sadguru Shree Aniruddha Bapu. Situated amid the beautiful natural environs of Kothimbe and spread over about 18 acres of land, Govidyapeetham is a mere twenty minutes drive from Swaraj Farm. An aerial view of the topography presents Govidyapeetham in the shape of the ear of a cow (Gokarna). The main entrance of Govidyapeetham faces the Sahyadri Mountains and the old fort of Pet Village constructed during Chhatrapati Shivaji’s times. On visiting Govidyapeetham, you experience peace of mind. |
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