Things to Do in Pachmarhi

Pachmarhi has been gifted by many colors and one of them are the many hills covered in green here. Basically a hill station, Pachmarhi is replete with a lot of trekking trails that contain a lot of surprises waiting to be found. Just like the Chauragarh Peak, which is the second highest spot in Pachmarhi.Factual Information:Covered in forests and forming many scenic valleys, Chauragarh is the second tallest hill of the area. There is a temple of Chhota Mahadeo on the top which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Out of the many places in Pachmarhi, Chauragarh is considered to be one of the most sacred spots belonging to Lord Shiva. When you climb up to the top, you will find the courtyard of the temple to be filled with tridents or 'Trishuls' which are also a sacred symbol and piece of weaponry that Lord Shiva is always depicted with. To reach the temple, there are two ways: the conventional and paved one has about 1250 steps, while the adventurous route takes you through the forests and shrouds of many trees.Activty:The highlight of this activity is the beautiful trek to reach the temple and the experience of seeing the beauty of the nearby region from the very top of the hill.How To Reach:Chauragrh is the second highest peak of Pachmarhi region which lies in the Satpura National Park. You can reach this hill station by road from the nearest town of Pipariya, which is well connected to the rest of the state through roads. Pipariya also happens to be the nearest railway head, giving it extra connectivity from the rest of the cities of Madhya Pradesh. The nearest airport that you can find is in Bhopal, from where you can take road transport or a train to reach Pipariya.

Pachmarhi in the Satpura range of hills is one of the best places to visit in Madhya Pradesh. The hill is primely famous for the wild beauty and the serene vistas of the valley, but what is really worth exploring here are the many secrets of the Satpura. One such great and mysterious place is the Jata Shankar Cave.Factual Information:According to popular belief, the caves are the very spot where the Hindu God, Lord Shiva hid in fear, so he could save himself from the Demon Bhasmasur. The cave has 108 Shivlingams (holy symbol attached to the Lord), naturally formed over the years. A stream flows through the cave which further elevates the air of mystery, as its source is still unknown. The stream is called Gupt Ganga and is considered just as sacred as the cave itself.Activty:The cave lies in the hills of Pachmarhi and the trek that takes you to the cave passes through the jungles of Satpura National Park. Apart from the dense jungle around the cave, another element that adds a certain flavor of adventure to the trek is the hilly and rocky nature of the trail, which makes walking here very exciting, with the end result feeling the most rewarding of all things that you will see during this trek.How to Reach:Jatashankar Cave lies in the hills of Satpura National Park, in Pachmarhi. You can reach this hill station by road from the nearest town of Pipariya, which is well connected to the rest of the state through roads. Pipariya also happens to be the nearest railway head, giving it extra connectivity from the rest of the cities of Madhya Pradesh. The nearest airport that you can find is in Bhopal, from where you can take road transport or a train to reach Pipariya.

Pachmarhi in Madhya Pradesh is one of the most beautiful places in terms of nature's bounty, and that reflects in the many hills, immense greenery and the great waterfalls of the place. One such place worth visiting are the Apsara Falls.Factual Information:Translating into the 'Fairy Pool', Apsara Vihar is a great place for an amazing day out or picnic. Famous for the being the ideal place for leisurely swimming in the pool, the place is located at such a position that the trek to the falls takes you through a number of other attractions in the region, like the Rajat Pratap (Silver falls), Panchali Kund and the Pandav Caves. Not just that, the location of the falls is amidst the hills, making the trail bend a little bit towards the adventurous side as you will be making your way through the rocks and boulders.Activty:The experience is purely an adventurous one and that is what you will be welcomed with. You will be trekking distances to reach the Apsara Vihar, where the site of the pool will refresh you before you move again to reach the Pandav Caves which are about a kilometer away from there. The caves showcase many ancient paintings and they are a sight to behold. From there the trek will also take you to the Rajat Pratap or the silver falls. The adventure that comes out from trekking in the hills of Satpura will surely excite you. How To Reach:Apsara Kund lies in the Satpura National Park of Pachmarhi. You can reach this hill station by road from the nearest town of Pipariya, which is well connected to the rest of the state through roads. Pipariya also happens to be the nearest railway head, giving it extra connectivity from the rest of the cities of Madhya Pradesh. The nearest airport that you can find is in Bhopal, from where you can take road transport or a train to reach Pipariya.

Chauragarh is the third most elevated peak in Pachmarhi and is a pilgrimage site with Lord Siva's sanctuary at the top. There is a Fort there made by the King Sangram Shah of the Gond Dynasty. It is also exceptionally known for the beautiful Sunrise scenes. The sunrise scene here is stunning and climbing 1365 stages to achieve the point makes it all worth the effort. During the celebration of Nagpanchami and Mahashivratri, enthusiasts and devotees arrive at Chauragarh sanctuary in huge numbers, hurling up enormous Trishuls as contributions which are kept in front of the sanctuary.About the Activities:The highlight of this activity is the beautiful trek to reach the temple and the experience of seeing the beauty of the nearby region from the very top of the hill. Along with that, photography, zip-lining, rock climbing etc can also be undertaken.About the Stay:25 Comfortable Camping Tents on double sharing basis, that come along with constructed as well as portable washrooms.The Jungle camp has a camping capacity of more than 50 people.How To Reach:Chauragrh is the second highest peak of Pachmarhi region which lies in the Satpura National Park. You can reach this hill station by road from the nearest town of Pipariya, which is well connected to the rest of the state through roads. Pipariya also happens to be the nearest railway head, giving it extra connectivity from the rest of the cities of Madhya Pradesh. The nearest airport that you can find is in Bhopal, from where you can take road transport or a train to reach Pipariya.

Rajat Prapat falls are otherwise called Silver Falls. It is situated at a stature of 110 m. The place is located at walkable distance of 1 km from the Apasara natural swimming pool. The best season to visit this point is in the rains when the little beads of rain look like pearls tumbling from the sky. For adventure enthusiast, coming to this excellent fall is a test, as one needs to ascend through rocks and stones. About the Activity:The camp offers a short trekking experience, which is a great way to get close to the nature in Pachmarhi. The camp also has many activities like, Campfire, Zipline, Sightseeing, Rock climbing, etcStay:Comfortable Camping Tents on double sharing basis, that comes along with constructed washrooms. The camp has a camping capacity of 40 people.How to reach the stay?The town is 200 km from Bhopal and nearest railway station to the town is Pipariya. The campsite can be approachable by all-weather roads and exact location will be shared with you right after the confirmed bookings.

Jata Shankar Cave is a prominent religious destination, visited by tourists year-round. As per a mythological belief, Lord Shiva hid inside the cave, due to the fear of demon Bhasmasur. Inside the cave there are naturally formed 108 Shiva lingam. Water in the cave flows from an unknown point as no one has ever seen or reached the starting point. This stream of water is also popularly known as 'Gupt Ganga'.About the Activity:The cave lies in the hills of Pachmarhi and the trek that takes you to the cave passes through the jungles of Satpura National Park. Apart from the dense jungle around the cave, another element that adds a certain flavor of adventure to the trek is the hilly and rocky nature of the trail, which makes walking here very exciting, with the end result feeling the most rewarding of all things that you will see during this trek. Along with the same, camping, photography, zip-line, rock climbing etc can also be undertaken at the campsite.About the Stay:Comfortable Camping Tents on double sharing basis, that comes along with constructed washrooms. The camp has a camping capacity of more than 40 people.How to Reach:Jatashankar Cave lies in the hills of Satpura National Park, in Pachmarhi. You can reach this hill station by road from the nearest town of Pipariya, which is well connected to the rest of the state through roads. Pipariya also happens to be the nearest railway head, giving it extra connectivity from the rest of the cities of Madhya Pradesh. The nearest airport that you can find is in Bhopal, from where you can take road transport or a train to reach Pipariya.