Outdoor cycling

Join a guided 120-minute cycling excursion that covers both flat and easily navigated downhill terrain. Obtain a better understanding about daily life in Bhandardara passing through back lanes, family homes, temples compounds, and fields with farmers tending their crops.

Nature walks

Join us on a walk of cultural, ecological, archaeological and natural discovery as we explore ancient ruins, lush jungle, traditional villages, local plantations and trek through rice paddies in the spectacular heartland of Bhandardara.

Vipasna dhammagiri

Elevated at approximately 2000 ft. from the sea level, Igatpuri is beautiful hill station and one of the most popular weekend gateways near Mumbai as well as weekend gateway near pune. Located in the district of Nashik in Maharashtra, Igatpuri is nestled between the lush greenery of the Western Ghats. The pleasant Igatpuri weather, quaint old fort, waterfalls and majestic mountains make Igatpuri an ideal place for a relaxed weekend gateway near Mumbai for family. The beauty of this place increases many folds during monsoon when its dense forest becomes greener and the waterfalls get revived. Igatpuri provides plenty of amazing places for trekkers in Mumbai, trekkers in Pune, nature lovers and for adventure lovers. Igatpuri is a place of significance in terms of Vipassana meditation. The International Centre for Vipassana meditation called Dhammagiri, supposedly the first and the largest Vipassana Center is located in, Igatpuri which is one of the nearest weekend gateway from Mumbai and a weekend gateway near pune.

Wine tour

Anandvan Resort Bhandardara offers one of the best Sula Wine tour experience in Nashik. It offers you a pleasant perspective of Nashik vineyard where you can engage yourself with a plantation walk and get a heady dose of fun with vineyard visits and tastings. Within this Nashik vineyard stay, you will get ample of opportunities to get acquainted with the different stages in wine preparation. Within the tour, you will also get to taste or sample some of the exquisite blends of wine in the Beyond Vineyard Resort. Special discounts on selected wines. Transport from Resort to the vineyard can be arranged on request (Chargeable) An epitome of luxury, romance and solitude, Anandvan Resort is the perfect getaway destination for all those looking wine enthusiasts.

Organic farm tour

Our Organic Farm project in Bhandardara is a great example of organic farming in India. We prefer to make food that is grown in harmony with nature, ripened naturally on healthy soil and cooked with an air of mindfulness. Our fresh produce – from the organic vegetable farm at Anandvan Resort and the neighbourhood – consists of seasonal tropical fruits, vegetables and freshly caught seafood. The first thing you do on a fresh morning post your arrival is, join us for a walk through the farm. Take a walk in the farm, our team will already be down at different locations of farm for the ongoing seasonal farm work. Our team at Anandvan Resort will happily assist you, explain how organic farming is done in Bhandardara. Enjoy preparing a plot for cultivation, weeding, sowing, ploughing, harvesting, feeding or washing the cattle and what not!

Bonfires and bbqs

Classy reunions

That brat pack. Those teacher’s pets. The ‘outstanding’ students. The guys who always went to the loo when it was their turn to foot the bill. The Einsteins. The tubelights. Who doesn’t have incredible memories from school and college? Relive them on your next reunion with us. We have Anandvan Resort at Bhandardara, a class apart.

Wedding bells

We are family

In the mood for something rustic and back-to-nature? Prefer a more relaxed yet luxurious vibe? Looking for something more homely yet comfortable? Seeking a forested, lakeside venue Or a peaceful getaway? Look no further; Our lush green, swimming pool enhanced, brimming with games resort, Anandvan is made for families where guests of all age groups can truly spend quality time.

Office-office

The scenic Anandvan Resort is bound to strengthen bonds between colleagues on offsites and office picnics and a perfect weekend gateway near Mumbai.

Mummyji try some rummy ji

When you step into the portals of Anandvan Resort Bhandardara, you leave one world behind, and step seamlessly into another: Introducing our bespoke experiences tailored just for you: a hand-picked selection of cultural activities, adrenaline thrills, food adventures and luxury add-ons to help you discover your destination, bookable when you purchase your next escape. Just let our team know what interests you and they can help you create beautiful memories that will stay with you long after your Bhandardara holiday.

Pilgrims tales

Headed for Shirdi? Here’s a divine way to end your pilgrimage: a relaxed stay at Anandvan Resort Bhandardara. Just like the darshan at Shirdi, the natural beauty of Bhandardara too will soothe your soul.