Harishchandragad Trek

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 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 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.

Harishchandragad Trek Event Details

Harishchandragad trek grade difficulty level medium

Harishchandragad trek endurance level medium

Harishchandragad trek height 4650 feet approx above sea level

Region: Igatpuri, Ahmednagar, Junnar

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

Harishchandragad trek distance from Pachnai village five kilometers uphill 

Drive from Mumbai: 220 km one way

Cost for Harishchandragad Trek: Rs. 1399/- per person

By Train

Day 0

Mumbai participants

Catch CSMT – Kasara local

Kasara slow local

08:44 pm - CSMT

08:51 pm - Byculla

08:58 pm - Dadar

09:07 pm - Kurla

09:11 pm - Ghatkopar

09:26 pm - Thane

09:42 pm - Dombivli

09:52 pm - Kalyan

11:04 pm - Kasara

11:15 pm - Meet Trek Leader at Kasara Railway Station.

11:30 pm - Move towards the base village in by private local vehicle.

Day 1

04:30 am - Reach at base village - Paachnai.

05:00 am - Start ascending.

07:30 am - Reach on top and explore. Visit Harishchandreshwar temple, Kedareshwar temple, Pushkarani, Caves.

08:30 am - Start trek towards Kokankada.

09:00 am - Reach Kokankada and have a breakfast.

10:00 am - Start descending.

12:30 pm - Reach at base village and have lunch.

01:30 pm - Start return journey towards Kasara station.

04:30 pm - Arrival at Kasara railway station and disperse.

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

What we'll give/What we won't

What is included in the tour

1 veg Breakfast and 1 veg Lunch.

Travel from kasara

Trek Leader expertise charges

Forest Fees Charges.

What is NOT included in the tour

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