Ratangad is a fort in RatanWadi, Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra overlooking the locale of Bhandardara. The fort is about 400 years old and often covered with flowering plants especially Sonki. Ratangad is also called Jewels of the Forts. Join us to witness the magnificent plethora of Ratangad and it's surroundings !!
Endurance Level: Easy to Medium
Places of attraction:
Ratangad has a natural rock peak with a cavity in it at the top which is called 'Nedhe' or 'Eye of the Needle'.The fort has four gates Ganesh, Hanuman, Konkan and Trimbak.
Amruteshwar Temple, famous for its carvings, dating back to the Hemadpant Era - roughly from the eighth century.
Bhandardara From the top of the fort neighbouring forts like Alang, Kulang, Madangad, Harishchandragad, Patta are seen easily. The view of entire Bhandardara dam (Lake Arthur) gives sheer pleasure.
Tentative Itinerary
Friday
08:40 pm: Train from Hyderabad Decan (Begampet 08:49 pm & Lingampally 09:14 pm)
Saturday
09:05 am: Reach Pune
10:00 am: Freshen up & Start to base village by private jeep/Lunch enroute
04:00 pm: Reach base village
04:30 pm: Start trekking towards Ratangad
08.00 pm: Reach top & stay at caves
09:00 pm: Dinner
10:00 pm: Campfire/Play Games
12:00 pm: Retire for the day
Sunday
05:00 am: Wakeup call/ Freshen up
07:00 am: Explore nearby & start Descend
10:00 am: Reach at Base village/Freshen up
11:00 am: Start towards Pune
07:05 pm: Catch train to Hyderabad
Monday
07:00 am: Reach Hyderabad (Lingampally 06:40 am, Begampet 07:02 am, Secunderabad 08:00am)
!! Trip ends with blissful memories!!
Includes
All Transportation, Non-AC from Hyderabad to Hyderabad
Homestay/Tentstay at Base village
Expertise charges
First Aid charges
Fun unlimited
Excludes
Food charges
Mineral Water/Cold drinks
Anything not mentioned above
Stuffs to Carry along:
A Haversack or Backpack (No sling bags) with Govt ID Card,
2 Ltrs water
Glucon D powder
Snacks/Biscuits/Cakes etc.
Towel, Cap/Sunglasses/Scarf, Toiletries
Torch with extra batteries (compulsory)
Blanket/Chaddar/sleeping bags/yoga mat
Please carry medicines if you need any
OhYeah! Of course, Tons of Energy !!
As a safety measure keep your near and dear ones informed about your travelling plans. Wear trekking shoes with good grips, use repellents to keep bugs away. Make note of nearest railway station, bus stop, taxi stand etc. Avoid wearing precious jewellery while trekking, TAH team wont be responsible for any losses for the same. Mobile connectivity may be unavailable in the area, as it is remotely located amidst dense jungle. Also, please be flexible and considerate since its not a leisure trip/picnic. Please liaise with the Trek Lead in case of any concerns.
Cancellation Policy:
//We at TAH Hyderabad Hikers commit to all form of environmental protection and condemn any act of earth degradation. We strictly strive to preserve nature on its own form of beauty. Kindly dont litter during the trip or pollute the waterbodies.//
(CAUTION: SMOKING AND DRINKING STRICTLY PROHIBITED DURING THE TOUR)
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