Best Things To Do in Nashik

What You Should Know More About Things To Do in Nashik

• What are the best things to do in Nashik?

  Below mentioned are the best things to do in Nashik:

  •  Sula Vineyards

  Sun soaked meadows and balmy skies, a visit to the expansive Sula vineyards is a must while in Nashik.

  • Pandavleni Caves

  The Pandavleni Caves are situated on Trivashmi Hill. They date back to 2000 years ago. These are Jain and Buddhist caves, which served as a venue for sermons and disciple lessons. Explore these complex caves when you’re in Nashik.

  • Anjneri Hill

  Trek up Anjneri Hill for a serene, sweeping view of the place. The dense greenery around these mountains, makes Anjneri a trekking friendly destination.

  • Religious Places

  Pay your respects at the Trimbakeshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva; the grand Kalaram Temple, known for its architecture; Tapovan; Sita Gufa; Muktidham Temple; Someshwar Temple and the peaceful Sai Baba temple and Lok Mandir that devotees frequent. Ramkund Tank, also has religious connotation

  • Someshwar Falls

  Gushing waterfalls near Someshwar Temple. This is a scenic location suitable for photographs.

  • Coin Museum

  If you are interested in Numismatics, this is the place for you. It is situated among the Anjneri Hills and narrates Indian history through coins and currency!

  • Vipassana Centre, Igatpuri

  Vipassana is an ancient meditation technique. Nashik houses India’s largest and most prestigious Vipassana Centre.

• What are the adventure activities to in Nashik?

  Adventure activities in Nashik:

  • Paragliding

  Kick off your fears and soar high, as you go paragliding or parasailing. Nashik offers training courses for the same. The cost comes up to Rs. 800 per head.

  • Air Gliding

  Air-gliding is another thrilling activity, offered at Deolali Gliding Club at Gandhinagar airfield.

  •  Trekking

   

  Hiking up the forest-dressed hills of Anjneri is an adrenalizing experience. Trimbak is another trekking-friendly spot, which will take you to Trimbak Plateau and Trimbakeshwar Temple.

• Which are the popular places for wine tasting in Nashik?

  Nashik is home to many vineyards. Most of these offer sampling sessions and guided tours. Some of the best places for wine tasting are

  • Sula Vineyards

  The most famous winery in India. Sula offers one-day wine appreciation course every Thursday. It costs Rs. 350 for wine sampling and vineyard tour.

  • York Winery and Tasting Room

  This vineyard occupies a great area of the Gangapur Dam. The winery boasts a premium Reserve Shiraz. It costs Rs. 150-250 for a tour and tasting. Recently, it released its own sparkling wine York Sparkling Brut.

  • Soma Wine Village

  Relatively new, this winery is based in a rather attractive property. Its best known for its range of rose, reds and white wine blend.

  • Vallonne Vineyards

  It’s revered for offering the French Chateau experience in India, with its focus on French wine. Rose, Merlot, Syrah are some of the wines offered here.

  • Grover Zampa Vineyards

  Nestled in a decadent ambience, Grover is best known for its premium Zampa wine. The wines here include Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet and Shiraz.

• Which are some famous campsites near Nashik?

  The famous campsites near Nashik are listed below: 

  1. Tapovan: This place is a popular spot for trekking and camping as its offers a sweeping view with a mountainous backdrop and lush greenery.
  2. Harishchandragad: Known for its precarious drops and steep contouring, Harishchandragad is one of the most invigorating treks in Nashik.
  3. Sandan Valley: Night camps are often organised at this serene locale, situated in the lap of the green forest, near Kalsubai Peak.

  Others include Bhandardara and Vasind.

• Which are the most adventurous places for trekking in Nashik?

  The best places for trekking in Nashik are Anjneri Hills, Tribal Plateau and finally, the Everest of Maharashtra, Kalsubai. Kalsubai is flanked by lush foliage on all sides and is cradled in the lap of the steep Western Ghats.

• Which are some famous markets to shop in Nashik?

  The famous markets to shop in Nashik are listed below:

  1. College Road

  Best known for its high-fashion clothes and branded wear, available at nominal rates.

  1. Tibetan Market

  This lively market sells eclectic woollens.

  1. Ganga Ghat

  This is a busy vegetable and fruit market.

  1. Saraf Bazaar

  Known for its range of pretty trinkets and jewellery.

  Other shopping haunts include MG Road, Main Road and Deolali Marketplace.

• Where can I do boating in Nashik? What are its charges?

  Boating in Nashik is best enjoyed at Gangapur Lake. The lake also offers kayaking and canoeing, besides being an excellent spot for bird watching.

  The costs depend on nationality and age. Generally, the cost is Rs. 100 per person, for a half-an-hour ride. Charges for kayaking are higher, priced at around Rs. 300/head.

• Where can I try paragliding in Nashik? How much will it cost?

  One of the best destinations for Paragliding in Nashik is the Gandhinagar Airfield, Deolali at the Deolali Gliding Club. There are other adventure clubs in Nashik which offer the activity and some of them are located at Saharanpur. A short trail, culminates a paragliding experience of 4 hours. Costs come up to Rs. 800 per person.

• Which are the best places for a wine tasting tour in Nashik?

  The best places for wine tasting tour in Nashik are Sula Vineyards, Vallonne Vineyards, Grover Zampa Vineyards and York winery, all of which boast a nice mix of reds, whites, sparkling wines and Rose.

• Which are the best places to visit for some spiritual experience in Nashik?

  Pay your respects at the Trimbakeshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Tourists also visit the grand Kalaram Temple, known for its architecture. Another place of religious significance here is Tapovan. Sita Gufa, was the venue of Goddess Sita’s stay during the 14-year exile and is visited by tourists even today. Muktidham Temple is made entirely of Makrana marble and is a sight to behold. Someshwar Temple with the water backdrop is also a must-visit. In addition, there are the peaceful Sai Baba Temple and Lok Mandir that devotees frequently visit. Ramkund Tank, also has religious connotation. Ram and Sita used to bathe in this ‘’kund’’. The tank’s water is considered holy even today.