Harishchandragad is a hill fort in the Ahmednagar district of India. It is known for its scenic beauty and charm. The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have also been discovered here. Its origin is said to have been in the 6th century, during the rule of Kalachuri dynasty.

Major Attractions:

Kedareshwar Cave - There is the huge cave of Kedareshwar in which there is a big Shiva Linga, which is completely surrounded by water. Its height from the base is five feet, and the water is waist-deep. here are sculptures carved out in the cave. In the monsoon it is not possible to reach this cave, as a huge stream flows across the way.

KokanKada - his cliff faces west and looks down upon the Konkan. It provides views of the surrounding region.

Caves on Harishchandragad - These caves are spread out all over the fort. Many of these are situated at the foot of Taramati peak and are the place of accommodation. A few are near the temple, whereas some are near the citadel and some far away in the forests.

Difficulty: Medium || Endurance: Medium || Type: One day Trek

Itinerary

Day 0 - 17th Aug

Catch the Kasara Local starting from CSMT at 9:32PM from your respective stations

Day 1 - 18th Aug

Meet the team at Kasara Railway Station at 12:15am and leave for the base village, its a 4 hour journey to the base village. We will halt at a dhaba, you can have something to eat here if you are hungry.

Reach Base village freshen up & have breakfast. We will start the trek at 6.00am after a brief introduction round.

Reach Harishchandragad by 8.30 am after cross numberous stream and small waterfalls on the way. Explore konkan kada and bask in the beauty of the surrounding. We will start our return journey by around 11 am.

Reach base and have lunch and get ready to leave for Kasara station(4 hours Journey).

Catch a train for Mumbai once you reach the station. This brings us to the end of an amazing weekend or rather beginning of your adventures with Wandering Souls

Train Time Table –

• 09:32 pm: CST
• 09:40 pm: Byculla
• 09:50 pm: Dadar
• 10:00 pm: Kurla
• 10:06 pm: Ghatkopar
• 10:22 pm: Mulund
• 10:27 pm: Thane
• 10:50 pm: Dombivali
• 11:01 am: Kalyan
• 12:11 am: Kasara

You can catch the train from your respective stations.

*If you miss the train you miss the trek

Inclusions:

• Kasara to Kasara Private Transport
• Breakfast & Lunch
• Expertise and Guide charges
• First Aid Certified Co-ordinators
• Local Guidance
• Wash Room & Changing room facility

Exclusions:

• Train Tickets
• Anything other than the above-mentioned things

Things to Carry:

• Identity Proof
• Bottle of Water (at least 2 litres)
• Ready to eat food like plum cakes, dry fruits etc.
• Cap, Camera
• Good Trekking shoes
• Rain coat/ Poncho / Wind cheater please avoid umbrellas
• Personal care stuff, ORS, medicines which you require usually
• Haversack to put all the things in, please do not carry sling bags or jholas

Pick Up & Drop Off Points

Kasara Railway Station

FAQs

How will you contact me once I register?

We will be mailing you the details about the trek a day or two before the trek. We will also create a WhatsApp group a day before the trek.

What is the difficulty level of this trek?

This trek is of low difficulty with around 2-3 hours of hike each side.

Will I be able to do this trek? I have not trekked before.

We encourage you to come and experience the trek with us. Trekking is not about speed and our representatives will be there to encourage you to complete the trek

What is the age limit for this trek?

The age limit for the trek is 18 years with no upper limit. Participants below the age of 18yrs need to be accompanied by a guardian

Can I come alone?

Yes, many of our participants are solo travellers.

Is it safe for a female solo traveller?

It is completely safe for a female solo traveller as our representatives will be there with you all the time. Moreover, most of our event have 60% female participation.

Can I Bring my Car?

Yes, you can bring your car but the road condition is not very good

Are washrooms available during the trek?

You will not get washrooms during the trek. Washrooms are available at the base village.

Can we smoke or drink alcohol?

Smoking or drinking alcohol is prohibited.

Would I get cellular connectivity?

You will get limited connectivity during the trek.

What type of food will I get?

We will be having breakfast & lunch at a villagers place

Will I get water during the trek?

You won’t get water during the trek, you need to carry at least 2 litres of water with you

What if I have a medical emergency?

We will carry first aid kit with us. The trek leaders will be first aid certified. If the problem increases, with the help of local villagers we will quickly get you to closest medical attention possible.

What kind of clothing we need to wear?

We recommend you wear full sleeve t-shirt and full pants. Also carry a Raincoat/ wind cheater for the rains. Umbrellas are a strict NO.

Do I need special shoes?

We recommend trekking shoes or good quality sports shoes with firm sole

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation charge of 15% would be deducted from the booking if cancelled 7 days before the event

No refund would be granted if cancelled within 7 days of the event