Pachnai is way too short route...It takes me 50-55 min to reach on top from start point... I recommend Khireshwar ( Tolar Khind ) route in monsoon if u really wanna enjoy... HCG is awesome mountain....but i would request all of u not post much details else tourist will crowd and dirty that beautiful place
Brilliant writing.Been there once,ur write up made me feel like being there again. Suggestion:U could have elaborated a bit more on the scariness(perceived) of the jungle.