Team Outings are not just fun picnics but much more than that. They are of great benefit to the team and the management as a whole. 

Here are a few benefits of team outings:

1.Coordination and bonding: The informal atmosphere at the outing helps the employees to bond with one another. This makes it easy to coordinate and work in the office. outings also help in building trust and confidence amongst each other.

2.Increased Productivity at the office: Once the employees are comfortable with each other and the team, working together is easier and the level of productivity increases. The different team activities at the outing help the team leader and team to work simultaneously on a single task, this in return helps while actually working on projects in the office. 

3.Encourages employees to work towards shared goals: Team building activities teaches the employees to work towards a single goal with everyone's help. This helps in making the team realize that working towards a shared goal together will offer them better results.

4.Gives the team a mental break: Working rigorously on a project is not just physically tiring but also mentally frustrating. Team outings can help the employees blow off some steam and relax. Employers must make sure that the employees are in a good state of mind while working.

5.Exposes hidden talents: At a team outing, while doing any particular activity, you might be en-lighted about one of your employees hidden talents. Team outings are perfect occasions for getting to know one another apart from how they are at work. 

6.Develop problem-solving skills: As the team members bond with each other, they work together towards achieving the goals and also on solving problems if any occur. 

7. Source of Motivation and Confidence: team outings and team-building activities help individuals to increase their confidence and stay motivated. 

One great team outing places near Pune is the Wildernest Hiltop Resort. 

It is located at the foot of the sinhagad fort and has lush greenery all over. with an Infinity Swimming Pool with a mesmerizing view.

The food served is extremely delicious and the management is hospitable.