Harishchandragad Trek on 30th 31st January 2021

Harishchandragad is one of the best high forts near Mumbai, Maharashtra. Strong fortifications of this fort have multiple entry routes such as the Junnar gate route, Sadhale ghat, Nalichi wat, and Indore waat.

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 medieval period since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath. Later the fort was under the control of Moghuls. The Marathas captured it in 1747. Main attractions on Fort: Sapta Tirta Pushkarini, Kedareshwar Cave, Konkan Kada - Konkan cliff, Taramati peak, Temple of Harishchandreshwar.

Difficulty Level: Medium

Endurance Level: Medium

Height of fort: 4650 feet. approx

Region: Igatpuri

Total time required for climbing: 3 hours uphill climb one way.

Drive from Mumbai: 220 km one way

Cost for Harishchandragad Trek

Cost with transport: Rs. 1999/- per person

Day 0

22:45 Meet us at WEH metro station bus stop.

23:00 Start journey towards Harishchandragad.

23:15 Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on highway), Bandra.

23:30 Pick up at Sion station circle.

00:15 Pick up at Teen Hath Naka, Thane.

Day 1

05:30 Reach at Paachnai village.

06:00 Have a breakfast

06:30 Start ascending.

09:30 Reach at top.

 Visit Harishchandreshwar temple, Kedareshwar temple, Pushkarani, Caves.

10:30 Start trek towards Kokankada.

11:00 Reach Kokankada and Enjoy your time at Kokankada.

12:30 Lunch.

13:30 Start descending.

16:30 Reach at base village and start return journey towards Mumbai.

23:00 Approx. arrival at Mumbai.

1 veg Breakfast and 1 veg Lunch

Travel by private non-Ac bus

Trek Leader expertise charges

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.

Things to Carry

2/3 liters of water

Proper face mask or shield

Sanitizer

Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on the trek

Good Torch must with an extra battery

Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars

Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets

One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters

Sun Cap and Sunscreen

Personal First aid and Personal Medicine

Identity Proof

Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles

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