Ratangad Trek By Trekhievers
A beautiful fort in Ahmednagar, which gives you a perfect spot for trekking is on everyone's bucket list. Ratangad Fort is a historic fort that is at an elevation of 4255 ft. Located in the western ghat, this extraordinary fort is around 23 km from Bhandardara.
Ratangad trek is an easy to moderate level trek. It takes around 4-5 hours to reach the Ratangad fort. You will have a stimulating trekking experience, and it will energize your entire mind and body. There are many routes for trekking to the Ratangad fort, and the most popular is the route from Ratanwadi village. While trekking, you will come across various caves, which visitors use for camping. You can sit with your group inside the caves and enjoy the local food.
When you reach the final destination that is the Ratangad fort, you will see a mesmerizing beauty from the top. You can witness a 360-degree panoramic view of several mountains. You can view the scenic beauty of all the mighty mountains and forts like Alang, Madan, Kulang, Harishchandragad, and many more. Not only this but there is an astonishing view of the Bhandardara lake which will be a treat for your eyes. You can view the mesmerizing cliff in front of you as you walk at the edge of the fort.
You can have an uninterrupted view of the Sahyadri mountains. The splendid and gradual sunset is a major attraction here. You can also feel the strong wind everywhere which will rejuvenate your mind and soul.
In monsoons, there is fresh greenery everywhere surrounding the fort and the trek area. Climbing the hill amidst the lush greenery is surreal. You can also witness the gorgeous waterfalls while trekking.
In winters, the dense forest is filled with fog, and you can also view the vagrant white running clouds. There are also various flowers seen in the winter.
If you want to have an adventurous trip and spend time in the lap of nature, then you should experience the Ratangad fort trek.
RatangadTrek Information:
- Ratangad Height: 1296m (4255ft)
- Ratangad Trail: Combination of forest trail and iron ladders.
- Ratangad Trek Difficulty: Moderate
- Ratangad Trek Endurance: Moderate
- Ratangad Trek Length: Approx. 6 km
- Ratangad Trek Location: Ratanwadi, Maharashtra 415407
- Ratangad Trek Best Time: June to February
- Ratangad Distance from Mumbai: 178 km
- Ratangad Distance from Pune: 175 km
Batches :
- 27th- 28th Nov
- 4th - 5th Dec
- 11th - 12th Dec
- 18th - 19th Dec
- 25th - 26th Dec
- 31st - 1st Jan
- 1st - 2nd Jan
Event Fees:
- Mumbai: Rs 1500/-
- Pune: Rs 1200/-
- Base Village: Rs 699/-
Ad-ons:
- Ziplining: 200/-
- Rappelling: 300/-
Detail Itinerary
MUMBAI-
- Saturday, Catch a Kasara Fast Local train at 02:07 PM
- 02:07 PM: CSMT
- 02:31 PM: Dadar
- 02:43 PM: Ghatkopar
- 02:59 PM: Thane
- 03:24 PM: Kalyan
- 04:26 PM: Report at Kasara Station ( https://goo.gl/maps/mcqSN6qsjjaUHskE8 )
- 05:00 PM: Take sumo to the Base Village
- 10:00 PM: Reach Base Village and have Dinner
- 11:00 PM: Start our Night Trek to Ratangad Fort via Kalyan Darwaja
Sunday,
- 02:30 AM: Reach Ratangad Fort and pitch our tents for a good three hours of sleep.
- 06:00 AM: Wake up and freshen up
- 06:45 AM: Watch the sunrise and pack breakfast (thepla)
- 07:00 AM: Start exploring the fort
- 08:30 AM: Start descending to the base village via the same route
- 11:30 AM: Reach Sandhan Valley and do Rappelling and Ziplining ( 500/- extra)
- 01:00 PM: Reach base village
- 01:30 PM: Have Lunch
- 02:30 PM: Depart for Kasara
- 06:30 PM: Reach Kasara (Arrival Time Depends on Pace of Group and Traffic)
- Take 08:15 PM local to CSMT
- 10:40 PM: Reach CSMT
PUNE-
- 03:30 PM: Report at SB Road ( https://goo.gl/maps/53XNsyDPwcSVReZW9 )
- 04:00 PM: Pickups from Kasarwadi ( https://goo.gl/maps/fpMtVDhNwiFyVdBm6 )
- 10:00 PM: Reach Base Village and have Dinner
- 11:00 PM: Start our Night Trek to Ratangad Fort via Kalyan Darwaja
Sunday,
- 02:30 AM: Reach Ratangad Fort and pitch our tents for a good three hours of sleep.
- 06:00 AM: Wake up and freshen up
- 06:45 AM: Watch the sunrise and pack breakfast (thepla)
- 07:00 AM: Start exploring the fort
- 08:30 AM: Start descending to the base village via the same route
- 11:30 AM: Reach Sandhan Valley and do Rappelling and Ziplining ( 500/- extra)
- 01:00 PM: Reach base village
- 01:30 PM: Have Lunch
- 02:30 PM: Depart for Pune
- 09:30 PM: Reach Pune
Inclusion :
- Travel from Pune / Mumbai by Private bus as per govt COVID guidelines
- Dinner (Veg Thali)
- Breakfast (Thepla)
- Lunch (Veg Thali)
- Guide Charges.
- Entry Charges.
- Expertise Charges.
- First Aid Charges.
Exclusion :
- Travel till pickup points
- GST (5%)
- Rappelling and Ziplining
- Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
- All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above
- All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
- Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
- Insurance
Things to do:
Kalsubai peak: The highest peak of the Sahyadri range which is visible from the Ratangad fort is the best place for you to visit. This place has a lot to offer, from beautiful views to adventurous trekking experiences to waterfalls during the trek. It is a must-visit place near Ratangad.
Bhandardara: Bhandardara is a popular hill station in Igatpuri and is around 190 km from Mumbai. This place has lush greenery everywhere. It is a perfect place for you to chill and have a relaxing day. There are even many places for you to visit such as Arthur lake, waterfalls, etc.
Amruteshwar Temple: It is a very beautiful temple carved of stones. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Amruteshwar temple is located in Ratanwadi village. People visit this place to view the beautiful temple and its ancient beauty.
COVID Guidelines :
- Mask and maintaining social distance with others are mandatory throughout the trip.
- Buses will be fully sanitized before use.
- Carrying your own sanitizers, gloves, face shield and mask is compulsory.
- Food will be freshly cooked and packed as per WHO guidelines.
Cancellation Policy:
- 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
- 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
- No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date
- No show No Refund.
- Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
- Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.
- If Trek gets canceled we will refund "Trek Amount" only.
Trekhievers Policies:
- Seats will be reserved only after full payment.
- A detailed schedule of the trek will be given later to registered participants on the WhatsApp group.
- Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule if required.
- Organizers hold the right to cancel any event and refund with prior notice.
- We strictly follow a no alcohol, no drugs, and no litter policy.
Contact details:
Pravin - 7208620046 | Akshay - 7397823876 | Mrunali - 8591837526 | Nitin - 7387523876 | Chetan - 8928861733
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Disclaimer:
The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.