Best trek in Maharashtra

Have you been considering going on a trekking adventure for a while? Do you think that camping is something that seems out of the realm of possibility for you? Well, it doesn't have to be that way; you can learn how to enjoy an exciting camping adventure with the following tips.

Carry Water Purification equipment.

Water is critical for your survival when hiking in the backcountry. Carry water purification tablets with you or some type of water filter capable of filtering out bacteria. There are many different kinds available at your local sporting goods store. When searching for a water source, make sure the water is flowing; stagnant water can kill you if not properly treated.

 

Fire Starter Kit

If you plan any backcountry trekking, a must-carry item is a fire starter kit. If you are in a survival situation, fire is a way to cook, keep you warm, purify water, and signal for help. Many camping stores sell fire starters that can be used when wet and do not require fuel. Also, try making fire when you are not in a survival situation to know you can do it if the need arises.

 

Reach Campsite Early

When you reach your campsite, the first thing you should do is to start collecting wood for your fire. You won't feel like it later on, and if you wait until dark, you will have a more challenging time finding the kind of wood you need to keep a fire going. Do it right away.

 

Plan your meals in advance.

When travelling to your trekking destination, plan to stop and have a meal near the campground before arriving. Being well fed before arriving will ease frustration if the campground is full or if it takes longer to get your gear set up. Use this break to discuss your plans and remind everyone how to remain safe!

 

Take an experienced person along.

If you are new to trekking and are going without a more experienced friend, you should consider staying in a campground rather than camping in the wilderness. This will help you learn the basics of camping while still having basic infrastructure and friendly people around you in an emergency.

 

Carry pictures of dangerous plants

Talk to your children and friends about the dangers and risks of camping before embarking on your journey. The information contains pictures of poisonous plants that they can use to guide what to avoid.

 

Carry Walkie Talkies

If you are taking your children camping with you, don't forget to bring walkie-talkies. Although each of you may own a cell phone, the area where you are camping may not have adequate coverage. Investing in walkie-talkies with a range of several miles is best. By having walkie-talkies or a Family Radio Service (FRS) radio, you can remain in contact with all family members.

 

Pitch your tent before sunset.

When camping, do your best to get up as early as possible. It will be your job to pitch your tent so you have somewhere to rest comfortably, and that will be much harder for you to do once it starts to get dark outside.

 

Carry your essentials.

Bring all of the essentials that you will need while trekking. If you forget a few things, it could ruin your entire trip. It may be helpful to list everything you need and cross it off the list when you pack it. You must include hand sanitizer, fire starters, utility knives, water, tarps, sleeping bags, tents, and prepared foods.

 

Carry extra food and water.

If you have never been camping before, then be sure to bring extra of everything. This is most important for things like food and drinks. Since you are inexperienced, you may underestimate how much food you need. Remember, you will probably be very active and need more food than usual.

 

Carry ziplock bags 

If camping with children, place each set of their clothes in a zippered plastic bag or a tied plastic grocery bag. By sorting and packing their clothes in this manner, each morning, your child can grab a package and have an entire outfit for the day. When it is time to go to bed at night, each child can stuff the soiled clothing back into the plastic bag and place it back into their suitcase, but not the unworn clothing.

 

Join a few guided group treks.

If you haven't trekked before, then now is not the time to start being a hermit. Ask an experienced friend to go with you and show you the ropes. As you become more advanced in the hobby, you can start to take short and then more extensive trips alone and get your solitude on.

 

Plant to meet your water needs.

An excellent tip for anyone that is going trekking is to take plenty of water with them. In this case, there is absolutely no such thing as too much water. Plan out how much water you need, and then try to at least double the amount to be on the safe side.

 

Carry your First Aid Kit

Trekking can either be highly relaxing or an extremely harrowing experience. The difference between a good and a bad trip affects how well you prepare. If you can think ahead about what you might come across and protect yourself against it, you will have a great time camping.

An excellent tip for anyone planning a camping trip is to bring some hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer is great for keeping your hands germ-free, but it can also act as a disinfectant if you get a cut somewhere on your body and don't have access to first aid.

 

Follow the leave no trace policy.

Make it a habit to leave no sign of having camped at a location. As a camper, you know how beautiful nature is, and it's your job to help keep it that way. Take any trash with you to dispose of properly. Before you go, circle your camping ground a second time to look for any litter you may have missed.

Now that you know what it takes to have a good camping trip, get ready for many exciting adventures. Use everything you learned today about camping to enjoy a good time away from your regular life routine and get an experience you'll never forget.

 

Sandhan Valley Trek and Camping

Sandhan Valley, also known as the Valley of Suspense or Valley of Shadow, is one of the greatest canyons in the splendid setting of the Sahyadri Western Ghats. The water-carved valley is 200 feet deep and about 1.5 km long. The Sandhan valley is located on the western side of the beautiful Bhandardara region, near Samrad village. The valley is surrounded by the mighty Alang, Madan, and Kulang (known as AMK-rated as the toughest trek in Sahyadri), Ratangad, Ajoba, and Kalsubai (5400 ft.), the highest peaks in the Maharashtra mountain range. The brilliant and deep rock-floored ravine is located between the two high walls of the mountain range. At some places, it's width is less than 3 ft, and at some places, sun rays are unable to reach the ground. which gives it the name: the valley of shadows.

 

Ratangad Trek - Flowers Special Trek

Ratan means "Jewel" in Hindi. This hill fort is indeed a jewel among all the hill forts here in Sahyadri. It is located in the district of Ahmednagar and is about 4255 feet above sea level. It lies in the Ajoba mountain range, surrounded by the great mountains of Kulang, Alang, Kalsubai, Katarabai, Ajoba, and Ghanchakkar. Geographically, Ratangad is on the banks of the Bhandardara lake in Ahmednagar district. With views of the lake and the highest mountains in Sahyadris, it looks very much lost in time. At the base of this fort is the ancient Lord Shiva (Amruteshwar) temple. The Amruteshwar Temple in Ratanwadi, which is about 1000 years old, is a shining example of our forefathers' high-class architecture. 

 

Harishchandragad Trek - Flowers Special Trek

Harishchandragad is one of the best high forts near Mumbai, Maharashtra. The strong fortifications of this fort have multiple entry routes such as the Junnar Gate route, Sadhale ghat, Nalichi Wat, and Indore Vaat.

The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar in Khireshwar village, in the Harishchandreshwar temple, and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort belongs to the mediaeval period since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta, or Naath. Later, the fort was under the control of the Moghuls. The Marathas captured it in 1747. Main attractions in the fort: Sapta Tirta Pushkarini, Kedareshwar Cave, Konkan Kada-Konkan cliff, Taramati peak, Temple of Harishchandreshwar.

 

Kalsubai Trek | Highest Peak of Maharashtra

Kalsubai Peak Trek, with a height of 1646 meters, or 5400 feet, is famous as the highest peak in Maharashtra. Kalsubai Mountain lies in the Sahyadri mountain range, falling under the Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary. Kalsubai Height, being the highest peak, commands a beautiful view. Since Bhandardara Dam and Kalsubai Peak are extremely famous, enough effort has been made to make this trek easy. There are steel railings, chains, and ladders at places where it is difficult to climb.

 

Andharban Trek | Monsoon Trek

Andharban Trek, by its name, means a dark, dense forest. It is a gradual descent trek, where you are already at the top, and you will descend till the end. It is one of the most beautiful treks in Maharashtra and has lots to explore. We will be walking on a ridge offering a fantastic view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira Dam, Devkund Waterfall, and the mountain ranges of Tamhini Ghat. Evergreen forest covers you with shade in the first half of the trek for 6 to 8 kilometers. The trek to Andharban further descends into Konkan to reach Bhira village, around 4 kilometers. The same valley is the origin of the Kundalika river, famous for its white water rafting on the Kolad river.

 

Harihar Fort Trek

Harihar Fort appears to be rectangular from its base village. It is built on a triangular prism of rock. Its three faces and two edges are vertical at 90 degrees. The third edge towards the west is inclined at an angle of 75 degrees. A one-meter wide rocky staircase with niches in it is carved out for ascending and descending the Hari Har Gad Fort.

There are 117 steps in all. After you climb the first rocky staircase to the main entrance, we walk below an overhang with a sheer drop. Again, one has to climb a set of steep stairs with niches, then pass through a staircase inside the rock-like Peth Fort or Kothaligad Fort, and then reach the top of the Fort. The view from the top is excellent. After climbing these steps, we get up to the entrance door. The Fort Harihar Nashik has got a tapering plateau with a raised level in the middle. There is a small temple of Lord Hanuman and Lord Shiva on the plateau. A small pond is there in front of this temple. Water from this pond can be used for drinking.

Making headway from here, we come across a palace that has two rooms in it. 10 to 12 people can be accommodated in this palace. One of the vertical drops of Fort Harihar facing the Nirgudpada village is called "Scottish Kada", perhaps because it was climbed for the first time in November 1986 by Doug Scott, the legendary Himalayan mountaineer, and it took him two days to do the climb. This cliff is about 170 metres in height. Harihar fort images are available in our photo gallery.

 

Devkund Waterfall Trek from Mumbai

Looking for that perfect waterfall hidden inside the jungle which is unknown to the world. Devkund Waterfall Trekking from Mumbai. Looking for that perfect waterfall hidden inside the jungle which is unknown to the world you can join Treks and Trails India and visit the Devkund Waterfall located near Bhira Village, Devkund Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in India. Devkund Waterfall is a mostly unknown and unexplored waterfall in Maharashtra. 

There are very few perennial waterfalls in Maharashtra like Devkund Waterfall. The forest around the waterfall is beautifully green and dense with many species of animals and birds. Devkund keeps the spirit of the monsoon alive. Your trek will lead you through many unexplored trails, you will be navigating slippery rocks trek would contain medium to easy obstacles along the way. Once you reach Devkund Waterfall you will be overwhelmed with its beauty and filled with joy. 

The white water cascaded down a series of rocky outcrops, giving the effect of many waterfalls rather than just one. Then it flowed on its way, nonchalant as if nothing had occurred.

 

Rajgad Fort Trek from Mumbai

Raigad Fort is a magnificent hill fortress, situated in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. It lies approximately 125 km away from Pune and serves as one of the major excursion of the city. The fort once served as the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji, the Great Maratha king, in 1674. It was around this time only that Shivaji was crowned the King of a Marathi kingdom. Perched at an altitude of 1350 m or 4530 feet above sea level, Raigarh fort falls under the Sahyadri Mountain range of India.

The main entrance of the Raigarh Fort comprises the Maha Darwaja, colossal, and protected from the enemies. However, the King, as well as his convoy, used to move through the Palkhi Darwaja. The three dark and deep chambers, situated to the right of the Palkhi Darwaja, are believed to have served as the fort's granaries. One of the Raigad Fort's main attractions is a magnificent statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, which is situated opposite the ruins of the main market avenue. The Samadhi tomb of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his dog Waghya is located near the market.

 

Rajmachi Fireflies Trek

As we await the upcoming monsoon season's first showers, we welcome the season of fireflies. Western Ghats jungles will soon twinkle with a small light, and this period is the mating season for fireflies. Enjoy Firefly camping at Rajmachi Village near Lonavala. Fireflies Festival at night covers the forest with small twinkling lights. 

About Rajmachi Fort 

Rajmachi Fort has two forts Shirvardhan and Manaranjan which were built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj during the 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is a 16 km trekking distance from Lonavala Station. Rajmachi Fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat which was an old trade route. Rajmachi peak has two stable structures the Shrivardhan fort and Manaranjan Fort. Places to visit in Lonavala during monsoon the fort is covered with fog and mist. Lonavala sightseeing you can spot Rajmachi Killa from Khandala there is a dedicated viewing point. 

 

Aadrai Jungle Trek

The Aadrai Jungle Trek leads you to one of the most gorgeous and unspoiled jungles in Sahyadri. This journey will take you deep into the lush, green forest, where you will witness waterfalls, caverns, valleys, shepherd pathways, iconic peaks, and more. In just one day, you'll be able to explore everything the Aadrai Forest Trek has to offer!

• Located in: Malshej Ghat
• Level of the Trek: Medium
• Time Duration: 6 to 7 hours both ways.

This gorgeous and unknown Aadrai Jungle is deep in the heart of Sahyadri, where the ground rarely feels the warm embrace of the sun. This lovely trek place is located in the Junnar city in the Pune area. The folklore says it was discovered by a local villager who had lost his way while hunting and came into the Aadrai forest by chance. The Aadrai Jungle Trek is a haven for trekkers wishing to get away from the routine of city life. This jungle hike provides trekkers with a much-needed escape from unhealthy air, with each breath helping you feel refreshed and relaxed.

 

Malshej Ghat Trek and Kalu Waterfall 

Malshej Ghat Trek and Kalu Waterfall Trek adventurous plan?

Nestled in the lofty hills of Western Ghats is the majestic mountain pass of Malshej Ghat. Just like the hill stations of Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar and Matheran, Malshej Ghat has evolved into a tourist destination over the years. Being a surreal location all-round the year, Malshej Ghat is draped in mist and beautified with myriad species of flora and fauna. Owning to its vivid shiny lakes, well-defined dams, untouched waterfalls, rugged mountains, and verdant greenery, Malshej Ghat has become a go-to destination among hikers and nature enthusiasts. Drawing in an ancient vibe, the temples in Malshej Ghat date back to the 16th century AD and are prodigious specimens of architecture marvel. Malshej Ghat is a wild haven with gigantic mountains, limitless gorges and never seen before enchanted forests. Treks and Trails bring you this exclusive Malshej Ghat Jungle Trek to sniff the essence of the pristine jungle and mountain air of this ancient mountain pass. The route of this jungle trek is quite ancient and is the one which was taken by villagers to commute long before the ghat road was constructed.  The trail starts near MTDC that descends into the valley and ends near the base of Kalu Waterfall.

 

Sondai Fort Trek

Sondai is not such a famous fort near Karjat Chowk Phata. Sondai Fort Trek is nine kilometers from Karjat railway station. It offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Rajmachi, Songiri forts, Karnala Fort, and Matheran mountain range. Sondai Fort Karjat was used as a watchtower to protect the trade routes. Sondewadi and Wavarle are the base villages of Sondai fort. Sondewadi village is situated at 1/4th height of this Fort.

There are two water cisterns on, and steps are carved out of rocks to go on the topmost point where an idol of Sondai Devi stands. Two more water cisterns are on the way and have potable water. Waverle is another village from where a bit difficult approach to the fort passes through the dense forest. Sondai trek, an iron ladder, has been installed. It has made the climb till the summit to seak the blessing of Sondai Devi temple safer for all the hikers and devotees. 

 

Visapur Fort Trek

The famous monsoon Sahyadri Fort is more massive than the twin fort Lohagad. Visapur Fort Lonavala at a higher altitude than Lohagad fort. Many caves, water tanks, old houses, arch, waterfalls, temples are on the Sahyadri Fort. There are two buildings which are roofless now,  are government offices from the past. A stone-built home at Visapur Fort called Peshwas Wada popularly. Lord Hanuman carving seen at the Fort, there are many temples dedicated to him at the Fort. Visapur is an ideal trekking destination near Mumbai, Pune, Lonavala.

Visapur Trek Event details

• Visapur Trek difficulty level - Easy to Medium
• Endurance Level: Medium
• Base village for Visapur: Malavli
• Visapur Fort Height 3556 feet approx.
• Location: Lonavala

 

Lohagad Fort Trek - One Day Trek

Lohagad Fort means Iron Fort in Marathi. Situated close to the hill station of Lonavala Khandala and 52 km northwest of Pune, Lohagad rises to an elevation of 1,033 meters, or 3,389 feet, above sea level. The Lohagad Killa is connected to the neighbouring Visapur Fort, which is on its eastern side by a small range. The range divides the basins of the Indrayani River and the Pavana River. Lohagad Pune overlooks the Pawna lake, located to the south of the mountain. The hill extends to the northwest to a fortified spur, called Vinchu Kata Scorpion's Tail, because of its resembling shape. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. The fort has been declared as a protected monument by the Archaeology Survey of India. The best trekking routes near Mumbai and Pune for beginners. On the bucket list of all Mumbai hikers are places near Lonavala to visit.

Trek to Lohagad Event Details

• The Lohagad trek difficulty level is easy.
• Endurance Level is Medium
• Base village for Lohagad is Lohagad Wadi.
• Lohagad Fort Height: 3400 feet.
• Location: Malavali, Lonavala
• Time required for climbing: 2 hours from Malavali and 40 minutes from Lohagad Wadi.
• Lohgad fort trekking. The total distance for climbing is 5 kilometers.
• Duration: One Day