An exciting one day trek to Fort Karnala completely planned to pump up your adrenaline. Enjoy the serene and lush green landscapes as you try and spot birds in the wild.

Karnala fort is a hill fort in Raigad District about 10 km from Panvel city. Currently it is a protected place lying within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary. It offers a great opportunity to enjoy a refreshing, easy trek. Karnala fort consists of two forts out of which one is at a higher level and other is at a lower level.

Major Attractions :

• Trek through the Karnala Bird Sanctuary and through a dense forest
• Explore a hill fort
• An awe inspiring view from the top

Altitude: 1440 ft.

Difficulty: Moderate

Itinerary:

Day 1

• 8:00 am – Report at Panvel Station Ticket Counter , meet the team and leave for base village in our private vehicle
• 08:45 am – Reach Base, have breakfast & start trek towards the peak after a brief introduction session
• 11:30 am – Reach the Karnala Fort, bask in the majestic view from the top, take selfies with an amazing background
• 12:30 pm – Start the descend towards the base
• 2:00 pm – Reach Karnala Base and have Lunch
• 3:30 pm – Say your goodbyes with a promise to meet again, leave for Panvel in our Transfer Vehicle.
• 4:30 pm – Reach Panvel and catch the train back to home. This brings us to the end of our trip, Or rather just the beginning

Inclusions -

•  Transport from Panvel Stn to base village and back
•  Breakfast (Veg/Jain)
•  Lunch (Veg/Jain/Non-Veg)
•  Local Guide
•  Expertise and Guide charges
•  First Aid Certified Trek Leads

Exclusions -

• Anything other than the above-mentioned things
• Any Personal Expenses

Things to Carry -

• Identity Proof (Mandatory)
• 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

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation charge of 15% would be deducted from the booking if cancelled 3 days before the event
• No refund would be granted if cancelled within 3 days of the event.
• No refund (Partial or otherwise) will be made if you voluntarily leave or drop out of a trip for any reason after the trip has begun. No refunds will be made for any accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized

FAQs

What are the train timings?

Pickup will be from Panvel station at 8am

What is the Pickup Location?

Pickup will be from Panvel station at 8am

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 moderate difficulty with around 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

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 (Veg/Jain) & Lunch (Veg/Jain/Non-Veg) at a local restaurant.

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 coordinators will be first aid certified. If the problem increases, 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

Disclaimer

• It is trekking activity and not a leisure trip so one needs to prepare themselves accordingly
• Please avoid wearing Gold and other jewellery.
• A planned activity or programs may be cancelled or revised depending on the weather or any other unavoidable circumstances