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Dhodap Fort Trek: An Introduction

Dhodap fort, another hidden gem from the Nashik range, is known for its grand views of the surrounding. It is the 2nd highest fort after Salher fort and 3rd highest peak after Kalsubai peak & Salher.

Dhodap fort should be on every explorer’s map because of the variety of things it offers. Caves at the top where one can camp, three temples of Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesh & Lord Shiva, water tanks, ruins of settlements & the museum at the base village of Hatti.

One can do the trek throughout the year; however, the best season is winter.

• Height:  4760 feet
• Best Season:  Winter
• Difficulty:  Medium
• Region:  Nashik

How to reach Dhodap fort

The trek starts from the village of Hatti, which is approximately 62 kms from Nashik. It can get tricky to reach here via public transport; hence it is preferable to travel in your vehicle.

Public Transport:

Coming from Mumbai or Pune, one can take a train or a bus to Nashik, and from Nashik, many buses run towards Vadalibhoi. Depending on your bus type, they may cost anywhere between INR 100 – INR 250.

From Vadalibhoi, you can hire a private jeep that can take you directly to Hatti village. 

Alternatively, you can also take a train to Kasara and hire a local vehicle to take you to Hattigaon (it is an expensive option but can be convenient).

Private Vehicle:

From  Mumbai , the distance to Hatti village is  227 km  via NH160 and can take anywhere between  5-6 hours . It is advisable to start as early as possible to complete the trek in a day and camp overnight at Dhodap fort.

From Pune, the distance is  270 km,  and it takes around 7-8 hours to reach.

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Trek Route & Difficulty

The  trek  to the top of the fort from the base village is around  6 km  & can take anywhere between  2-2.5 hours  to reach .

The trek is relatively simple, and anyone can do the trek.  Beginners  should  hire a guide  from the local village or  trek with a group  that organises such treks.

A trekker with good experience can do it on his own, even without the help of a guide.

If you plan to camp overnight, carry enough food and camping equipment. You can take the help of the locals to arrange firewood and warm blankets if you plan to trek here in the winters, as temperatures can fall to single digits after midnight.

After an hour’s hike from the base village, you reach the first main entrance of Sonar machi. The left-hand side takes you to the Shiva temple.

From Sonar machi, after a hike of 30 mins, you reach the steps and the railings patch. The entire trail till here is appropriately marked.

From this point until the top of the Dhodap plateau, the distance is around 2 kms and can take an hour to reach.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Dhodap Fort trek in Maharashtra is considered to be of moderate difficulty. It involves a steep ascent to the top of the fort, which can be challenging for some individuals. However, the trail is well-defined and the views from the fort are breathtaking, making it a worthwhile experience. The trek usually takes around 3-4 hours to complete and is suitable for individuals with a moderate level of fitness.

Dhodap Fort is a historical fort located in the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India. It was built during the Maratha Empire in the 17th century. The fort has a unique triangular shape and stands atop a hill, providing commanding views of the surrounding area. The fort was strategically located on the trade route between the Maratha Empire and the Gujarat Sultanate, and was used to monitor and control trade and commerce.

During the reign of the Maratha leader Shivaji, the fort was one of the many forts he captured from the Mughal Empire. In the 19th century, the fort was occupied by the British East India Company and was later used as a prison and administrative center.

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Prithviraj G Pardeshi

Any arrangements to stay in Hatti village. My age is 71 year. Can I climb on this fort. I visited this Hatti village in my childhood for marriage purpose.

Nomads of India

Hi Prithviraj,

We are not sure about the Hatti village. About doing this fort trek, we recommend to check your fitness level and go for the trek with a guide or a trekking group who can assist you about the Dhodap fort trek.

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Dhodap Fort is the 2nd Highest Fort in Maharashtra after Salher Fort Dhodap hill is the third highest hill peak in Maharashtra. Dhodap hill ranks as the 29th highest peak in the Western Ghats.

Dressed stone and brickwork combination was used to built Dhodap Fort.  Both sides of the forts have strong bastion. Dhodap has a pointed cliff called Shembi cliff. Things to see beautiful entrance door, Ikhara cliff on the eastern side of Dhodap is ideal for rock climbers.

Unknown to many, the fort offers great trekking experiences one can ask for. Packed with many surprises the Dhodap Fort Trek has a variety that stands out to make it one of the best treks to do in Maharashtra. It is a joy and a trekker’s paradise.

Dhodap Fort trek is a delight and a treat for those who like exploring and you get the right dose of adventure.

The unique features on the trek and the arched doorway take you back in time. With the views from a height of 4,750 feet, the trek is a magical one to attempt when timed in the right season. Checkout Our Other  Events in Mumbai

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Dhodap Fort Trek  Cost of the Event:- 1200/- Without Travel Cost of the Event:- 2299/- With Travel Event Itinerary  

• Fort Type - Hill Fort
• Dhodap Fort Height Height -  4751 feet above Mean sea level
• Dhodap Trek Grade - Medium 
• Dhodap Fort Base Village - Hattigaon
• Region - Kalwan range
• Range - Satmala Nashik

Day Zero 08:00 PM: Meet Leader at SGNP (Sanjay Gandhi National Park) Borivali East, Leave for Base Village Pick up From Kandivali, Malad, Goregaon, Andheri, Bandra. Pickup Point 08.30 Pm: Sion Lunch House, Soin Station. 08:45 Pm: Amar Mahal,Ghatkopar 09:15 Pm: Teen Hath Naka, Thane 04:30 am: Reach Base village of Dhodap Fort and Rest. 05:00 am: Breakfast & Introduction Start our trek to Dhodap fort 09:30 am: Reach the Top, Explore Dhodap fort. 11:30 am: Start Descend 03:00 pm: Reach Base Village 03:15 pm: Lunch and Fresh n Up 04:30 pm: Start Return Journey for Mumbai. 10:30 pm: Reach Borivali  (All timing are Tentative) FAQ For Dhodap Fort

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The Dhodap Fort Trek is more than just a hike; it's an adventure that will test your limits, challenge your spirit, and leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. From the moment you set foot on the trail, you'll be captivated by the stunning beauty of the surrounding landscape. Lush forests, gurgling streams, and rugged terrain await, each step leading you closer to the summit and the breathtaking vistas that lie beyond.

Dhodap Fort is not just a natural wonder but also a testament to the region's rich history. The fort, dating back to the 12th century, has witnessed the rise and fall of empires, the battles and triumphs of brave warriors, and the quiet resilience of the people who once called it home. As you explore the fort's ancient ruins, you'll feel a connection to the past, a sense of walking in the footsteps of those who came before you.

 As you make your way up the winding paths, you'll be greeted by a symphony of nature's wonders. Cascading waterfalls, vibrant flora, and colourful fauna will paint a picture that will forever be etched in your mind. The crisp and clean air inspires your soul and fills you with exhilaration.

After hours of trekking, you'll finally reach the summit of Dhodap Fort. And the view from the top is worth every step you've taken. The world will unfold before you like a living painting, a panorama of rolling hills, verdant valleys, and the distant peaks of the Sahyadri mountains. The feeling of accomplishment will wash over you, a sense of having conquered not just the mountain but also your own limits.

The Dhodap Fort Trek is more than just a physical challenge; it's a journey of self-discovery. So, what are you waiting for? Embark on the Dhodap Fort Trek and experience the adventure of a lifetime.

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Day 1: Valsad to Salher | Embrace the Enchanting Journey!

• Embark on a 155 km, 3.5-hour scenic drive to Salher, your base for the Dhodap Fort trek.
• Delight in picturesque landscapes and enjoy an afternoon trek to Ganesh Temple, witnessing a breathtaking sunset over the Sahyadri ranges.
• Evening activities include high tea, dinner, campfire, and stargazing.

Day 2: Salher Wadi to Dhodap Fort | A Moment of Triumph!

• Begin your day at 4:30 am with a hearty breakfast on the 55-kilometre drive to Hatti village, the starting point of your trek.
• Reach Dhodap Fort summit after 3 to 4 hours of adventurous trekking, revelling in panoramic vistas.
• Bid farewell, return to Salher for lunch, and conclude the adventure at 7:30 pm for the return to Valsad, carrying cherished memories

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The night stay during the trek will be arranged in shared tents.

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A extra pairs of clothes.

- Explore the historic caves at the summit, a testament to Dhodap's rich history. - Engage in interactive storytelling sessions around the bonfire. - Participate in a group cooking session, showcasing your culinary skills with a touch of mountain magic.  

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Basic Info : Dhodap is the second highest fort in Maharashtra after Salher. Dhodap trek is definitely a must do trek for anyone visiting Nasik.  The trek is quite challenging in some places, but once you get to the top of the fort, it is all worth it. There are plenty of caves on the fort which are very clean and hence can be used for camping.  We would advice that you take some safety gear like ropes along with you. Some of the rock patches are difficult to cross and would require assistance by ropes.

How to Reach : There are two base villages for this fort, Hatti and Vadala. We would recommend that you take the Hatti base village route for trekking. This is of moderate level difficulty takes around 3 hours to complete the trek. Hatti vilage is on the Nasik-Vani route Dhodap is close to Mumbai and travelers from Mumbai can get to this fort in 6-7 hours. From Pune its almost 345 kms and it takes around 8-9 hours of travelling including the breaks that you would take. Plan your treks in advance to avoid any last minute delays or cancellations. If you do not want overnight trek, you might want to look for a suitable accomodation in Nashik somewhere.

What to see :

• Tank with Idol of Lord Hanuman
• Shembi Cliff
• iKhara cliff: Ideal for folks who love rock climbing. Not at all recommended for novice trekkers.
• Temple on the fort 

Camping Info : Camping is recommended, specially if you are a traveller from Mumbai or Pune. After a long tiring journey and tiring trek, overnight camping will do wonders for your body. Ensure that you take plenty of water and food that can be cooked easily. Cooked Potatoes and Eggs are ideal. In the winters, ensure that you take plenty of firewood from the base village and blankets to keep you warm. 

If you have never camped on a fort before, the villagers at the base village can help you with accomodation in their front yards.

Please leave a comment below for others if you have been to Dhodap or you have any questions related to Dhodap trek.

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• Last date of Enrollment for Dhodap Fort: Three Days before the date of departure or till seats left.
• Departure Date & Time: 27 Jan 2023 by by 11.30 pm Sharp, SP College, Tilak Road.
• Arrival Date & Time: 28 Jan 2023 by 10.30 pm, SP College, Tilak Road. (We may come to Pune ONE Hour Before OR After the given time)
• Meeting Time and Place: 27 Jan 2023 to SP College, Tilak Road at sharp 11.15 pm.
• Walking Time (estimated) for Dhodap Fort: 3 Hours to reach Dhodap Fort (One Way).
• Difficulty Grade: Medium
• Endurance Grade: Medium
• Age Group: 15 to 50 years (people above 50 years will be allowed after meeting at Explorers Office)
• Mode of Transport: Pune to Pune by Non AC High back Bus.
• Batch Limit: 40 Participants.
• Route: Pune Nashik Hattigaon & same way return to Pune.
• Two wheeler parking: we will provide parking space at our office premises at owner’s risk.

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27 Jan 2023 11.15 pm

Come to S P College Tilak Road, Give attendance to Team Explorers.

After attendance depart for Dhodap Fort Trek.

28 Jan 2023 05.00 am

Reach Base Village. Toilets are not available in Base Village & throughout the Trek.

Morning Tea & Breakfast at Base Village.

After Briefing, Will immediately Start the Dhodap Fort Trek.

Reach the Dhodap Fort. Explore the Dhodap Fort.

Start Descending Dhodap Fort.

Reach Base Village.

Lunch at Base Village.

Start return journey towards Pune with happy memories. Evening Tea & Snacks on the Way.

Reach SP College Tilak Road, Pune via same route. (We may come to Pune ONE Hour Before OR After the given time)

Rs.1700/- Per Head Pune to Pune

• Transport by Non AC High Back Private Vehicle (Pune – Hattigaon – Pune).
• Trekking with all safety measures.
• Morning Tea & Breakfast (Limited)
• Lunch (Unlimited)
• Evening Tea & Snacks (Limited).
• Expert Team of Explorers.
• First aid kit.
• Dinner, Cold drinks, Mineral water, etc.
• Private orders of Tea, Breakfast, Meals, etc.
• Personal expenses of any kind.
• Insurance Coverage.
• Medical expenses other than “ First aid ”.
• Any other charges not mentioned in “ Fees Include “.
• A Good Quality of Rucksack suitable for One day Trek with all inside Luggage packed in a Plastic Bag.
• Minimum 2 Ltr. Water Bottles.
• Towel, Floaters / Slippers, Deodorant, Extra Dress in a plastic Bag. (Keep it in a Vehicle)
• Rainproof / Sun Cap / Warm Wear as per Season.
• Napkin / Towel.
• Glucon – D OR Electrol – Optional
• Shoes Compulsory in a Good Condition while trekking.
• Dress Code – T-shirt, Flexible Track pant. (HALF PANT NOT ALLOWED.)
• Any type of addictions like tobacco, Liquor, etc is strictly not allowed.
• Personal Medicines, if any.

* This is just a reminder list of what to Bring. You can bring other things as per the Need.

Some useful tips for Happy Trekking

• Don’t keep valuable things while trekking.
• Use plastic carry bags to save your mobile & Wallet.
• Avoid Jean pant for inconvenience in Walking / Climbing.
• Always keep your Original Photo ID with you.
• Follow all the Instructions given by Team Explorers.
• Don’t expect similiar food quality of your home town. Try local food to have some different experience.
• Respect the Local Religion & Traditions.
• While taking photographs don’t click photo’s of local people without their permission.
• Keep Healthy environment & helpful nature while Trekking & at the time of Activity.
• Don’t keep anything like mobile, Wallet, Gold ornaments at the time of Adventure Activity.
• Make New friends & share your thoughts in a Group.
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• Food: Pure Vegetarian Food will be served by Explorers. If you want Non veg. Food, you can take it at Extra Cost at Actual. Please take the Railway Food (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner) in Proper time at Own Cost.
• Medicine: Bring personal medicines, if any & the necessary things given in a list.
• Railway Reservations: It is not possible for Explorers to ensure that the Participants will get Railway Reservations together or in the same compartment because of random seat allotment by Railway Computerized System.
• Transport & Jungle Safari: For Jungle Safari six people can travel in a Gypsy, but it is not sure that same Group / Family can travel in a same Gypsy. If any Natural Calamity or Technical problem results into late or Safari get cancelled then Explorers or the leaders of Explorers are not responsible for same & in that case No refund is admissible.
• Jungle Safari Zone: For Jungle Safari Explorers will choose the Safari zones as per the availability. We are not giving commitment of any specific zone Safari.
• Room Allotment: In case of Odd number of Participants or Male / Female Ratio, It is not possible for Explorers to ensure that same Group / Family will accommodate in a same Room. TWO Persons on Bed & TWO persons will be provided by Mattresses, Blanket, Pillow, etc.
• Hot Water: In Early Morning Warm Water will be served for Refreshment & in Afternoon Hot Water for Bath.
• Drinking Water: Mineral Water Bottles will not be provided by the Explorers throughout the Tour.
• During the Camp all the participants should obey all the instructions and decisions taken by the authorised representative of Explorers or Camp Leader.
• During any type of event, in case of any dispute for whatsoever reasons, the decision of the Camp Leader or authorized representative of Explorers shall be final and binding on all the participants. The Participants shall be solely liable for the risks, responsibilities and consequences.
• Medical Treatment: In case of any medical ailments, a disorder etc. which the participants are suffering or have suffered from, it is his/her responsibility to inform the organisers in advance, before commencement of the camp or trek. If required, the participant(s) will have to take medical treatment from the doctor / attendant available on the campsite or from the nearest available medical centre or hospital. The expenses for all medical treatment and arrangements for the same will be solely borne by the participant ONLY. The Camp Leader or the authorised representative shall have complete discretion to continue the camp without the participant(s) suffering from medical problem.
• Photographs or Video Clips: Explorers reserves the right to use Photographs / Video Clips of the tourist taken on tour and / or given by tourist, for promotion of the Company’s Business without obtaining prior permission of the concerned tourist.
• Consumption of liquor, tobacco products, cigarette etc. is strictly prohibited during any type of Event. The trek will be considered over only when we are back to our decided arrival place.
• Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Any breach of the above two rules will be taken seriously, and will be removed from the trek or camp, and no refund is admissible in such cases.
• In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Explorers, it’s instructors, organisers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.
• If the participants have enrolled for the activities like wildlife camping or any type of adventure sports activity, then all the risks and responsibilities related to and arising from such activities shall be solely upon such participants and Explorers shall not be liable in any manner whatsoever.
• Insurance: Neither participants nor any event shall be insured by Explorers, unless mentioned specifically.
• Please Note that any Claims, disputes, court case, etc. shall be subject to Pune Jurisdiction only.

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Date : 4th February, 2024 (3rd night) Grade : Easy-Moderate Cost : ₹ 1100 Highest Altitude : 4250 Feet (1295m)

Major Attraction : Caves and small temple at the top, Temple and Well near Sonar Machi, 2nd highest fort and 3rd Highest Peak in Maharashtra, View of Rawlya-Jawlya, Vikhara mountain, Saptashrungi, Markandey forts on a clear day

Meeting Point : Kasara railway station ticket window : 01:12 am (After reaching meeting point, call our trek leader. Contact detail will be provided on the event day)

Trek Duration : 3.5 hours ascend, 3 hours descend

Water Sources : Base village

Washroom Facilities : No

Technical Climb : No

Base Village : Hattigaon (2350 feet)

Trek Elevation : 1900 feet (from base village)

Nearby City : Nasik

Mode of Transport : Sumo from Kasara (10-12 seater)

Vehicle Travel Distance : 125 kms

Vehicle Travel Duration : 2.5 hours one way

Batch Size : Minimum 8, Maximum 30

Tentative Schedule : Saturday Night Board CSMT-Kasara fast local (If you miss the train, you miss the event) 10:50 pm : CSMT 11:05 pm : Dadar 11:18 pm : Ghatkopar 11:30 pm : Mulund 11:34 pm : Thane 11:50 pm : Dombivali

12:01 am : Kalyan

01:12 am : Kasara 01:30 am : Move towards base village 04:30 am : Reach base village and have early breakfast 05:00 am : Start trek after short briefing and introduction 09:00 am : Reach the top and explore

10:30 am : Start descend 12:00 noon : Reach mid point of trek and Have lunch (Bring your own)

01:30 am : Visit Shiv Temple 03:30 pm : Reach base village and move towards Kasara 06:00 pm : Reach Kasara and board 06:17 pm Kasara-CSMT fast local 08:35 pm : Reach CSMT

Cost Inclusions :

Travel from Kasara to base village and return

Entry charges

First aid, guide and expertise charges only

Things to Carry :

2 litres of water

Packed food or snacks for lunch

Torch (Head torch recomendded, if we start early)

Trekking shoes (Action Trekking or Coaster CTR shoes are recomended, avoid Forclaz/Quechua/Running/Other sports shoes in monsoon for treks in Maharashtra)

Glucon D or Elecrolyte Powder

Medicine as necessary to you

Important Note :

We will go till Dhodap caves and not climb the pinnacle which is highly technical climb with ropes and rock climbing. The height of top of Dhodap is 4829 feet but as mentioned in our itinerary we only go till caves which is at an altitude of 4250 feet.

Overview : 

Dhodap is an off-beat trek, it is the 3rd highest peak and 2nd highest fort in Maharashtra after Salher. This trek is 60kms away from Nashik. It froms part of Satmala range, which covers many forts across Nashik-Manmaad region. Dhodap can be climbed from various routes, we trek from the main route from Hattigaon. 

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Dhodap Trek, Nashik Overview

Dhodap is a hill fort in Maharashtra. One of the many forts in the district of Nasik, the fort is situated at an elevation of about 4700 feet from the ground. There is a temple of Jagdamba in the fort, along with an idol of Hanuman at the op of one of the tanks.

There are many caves atop the fort and one of them is considerably spacious. There are cisterns and tanks of water at the top. There are inscriptions in persian at the entrance to the fort, which is shaped in the form of a tunnel. Some human settlements can be found inside the fortifications as well. A natural wall of rocks is found at the top, which imparts the fort a distinct quality. From the top of the fort, the peaks of Saptashringi and Vani can be seen clearly.

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Rail: Local trains are availbale from Kalyan as well as from other major cities to Karjat. The frequency of trains is less but the trains ply on a regular basis.

Road: Nasik Road railway station is easily accessible from Mumbai as well as Pune through local trains which make it easier for the passengers to travel down to the place. Local trains to this place are available from Kalyan as well.

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Approx trek time : 3 hours

Availability of Night Trek: Available.

Base Camp: Hatti Village

Days required for the trek: 1 day

Difficulty level: Medium to Difficult

Height above sea level: 4750 feet

Nearest Airport: Nasik

Nearest Railhead: Nasik Road

Starting point of trek: State transport buses are available from Nasik to the base village of Hatti. The frequency of the buses plying between the two places is less. One can choose to drive down from Nasik via NH 3 onto th Malegaon Highway.

Type: Hill fort

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Many a time one wants to get away from the maddening crowds of the city, to reach somewhere serene. Such places are increasingly difficult to find, and we found one by happenstance. About 50km away from Nashik, towards Dhule, there are these beautiful hills which have the Chaturshringi Temple and the Dhodap Fort. This fort, at 1472 meters above sea level, is the second highest hill fort in Maharashtra. We drove till the base village of Dhodambe, and then a tiny hamlet of Kanherwadi  from where a trek takes you to the fort. We didn’t go for the trek, but spent some time in the hamlet and taking walks in the breezy meadows around the hills.

Full of lush old forests, the hills are a treat. I was sad at not having carried my binoculars and long lenses for birding.

We hope these beautiful landscapes remain unspoilt and untouched, for all future generations to enjoy and recharge in.

3 thoughts on “Dhodap Fort : Gorgeous Hills Away From The Crowd”

That does look like a great escape from the madding crowds and the maddening noises of the city. Just your account and the pictures seem to take us away from city, for a bit.

Great find, Param. I’m sure you now want to do that trek, someday.

Thanks! I sure want to go back for the trek with more time.

Beautifully captured!!

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Dhodap Fort Trek

March 12, 2023 @ 1:30 am – 4:30 am.

Hello Travellers!!!

*We ध्यास सह्याद्री happy to announce Sunrise Trek to “Dhodap Fort” on 12 March 2023 (Sunday)* ⛰️🧗

It is one of the treks that’s always on every passionate trekker’s wishlist 🤟💪 ———————————————— ⏺️ *Highlights:* – One of the highest fort – Panaromic view of Satmal Range from top – Mesmerizing sunrise view behind Ikhara Pinnacle – Two storey stepwell – Temples of Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesha ———————————————— 🔺Region: Nashik *When: 12 March 2023 (Sunday)* ———————————————— ⏺️ *Trek Information:* Elevation: 4751 ft Difficulty: Moderate Endurance: Medium Trek distance: Total 8 km (approx) Time required: 5 hours Suitable for: Beginners to professionals ———————————————— ⏺️ *Event fees:* 💰 From Mumbai ₹ 1300/- only (per person) From Pune ₹ 1800/- only (per person) ———————————————— 📝 *Reporting Point:* *For Pune:* 10:00 pm at Deccan Bus Stop, Pune on 11 March 2023 (Sunday)

*Pick-up locations:* 🚍 10:00 pm Deccan Bus Stop 🚍 10:15 pm Shivajinagar 🚍 10:30 pm Nashikphata 🚍 10:45 pm Bhosari 🚍 11:45 am Rajgurunagar

*For Mumbaikars:* 01:30 am at Kasara railway station on 12 March 2023 (Sunday)

Catch Kasara fast local train leaving CST at 22:50 pm Sunday night

Train Timings: From CSMT 10:50 pm CSMT (Saturday) 11:05 pm Dadar 11:34 pm Thane 12:07 am Kalyan 01:18 am Kasara (Sunday)

Please note: People may board the same train from their respective stations of convenience.

*(Missing the train is missing Dhodap Trek, no refund will be provided)*

*IMPORTANT* – Latecomers will have to join us on the way or make their own arrangements to reach the starting point

(Please arrive before 15 min at your pickup point to avoid getting late)

🏡 *Arrival:* For Pune: We will be back in Pune by 10:00 pm on 12 March 2023 (Sunday)

For Mumbai: We will be back to Kasara railway by 8:00 pm on 12 March 2023 (Sunday) ———————————————— 📝 *Itinerary:* – 05:00 am Reach base village – Have garma garam breakfast – Briefing about the trek – Start trek – 09:00 am Reach Top – Group introduction – Enjoy mesmerizing sunrise view from top. – 12:00 am Start descending – 03:00 pm Reach base – Have delicious lunch – 05:00 pm Wrap up & start return journey with amazing memories – 08:00 pm Reach Kasara – 11:00 pm Reach Pune

_(Above mentioned timings are tentative)_ ———————————————— *What we’ll give/What we won’t:* ✅ Cost includes: 🔸Transport by non-AC private vehicle – From Pune – From Kasara Railway Station 🔸Meal – Breakfast + tea 🍵 – Lunch (Veg/Non-veg)🍲 🔸Expertise Charges 🔸Equipment rentals 🔸Certified leaders of Dhyas Sahyadri 🔸Trek with all precautionary measures of Covid-19 🔸Basic First Aid kit 🤕💊

⛔Excludes: 🔸Anything that is not mentioned in the includes section ———————————————— 🚸Book seat for you and your family/friends immediately!! ———————————————— ☎️ *Contact following trek leaders to confirm your seats:*

1. Nikhil: 93091 87676 2. Suyash: 910400 6291 3. Nisarg: 910400 6391 ———————————————— 📆 *Last date of enrollment:* 10 March 2023 (Friday) ———————————————— Confirm your seat by contributing full amount *(non refundable under any circumstances)*

*How to Pay:* *UPI ID* 9309187676-1@okbizaxis

*Google Pay / PhonePay:* 9309187676 Dhyas Sahyadri

Bank Name: Bank of Maharashtra Branch: Narayangaon IFSC:- MAHB0000414 A/C Name: Dhyas Sahyadri Adventures A/C Type: Current Account A/c No: 60334863165

*FEES ONCE PAID ARE NON-REFUNDABLE* ———————————————— *Note:*

1. The seat will be confirmed only after payment completion 2. Send a snapshot of the transaction done. 3. Everyone needs to fill-up our waiver/consent form without it he/she not able to join the event. 4. If event gets cancelled (from our side) due to any reasons, your fees will be refunded in 2-3 working days ———————————————— 🔊 *Rules:*

1. *Smoking, drinking alcohol, chewing tobacco is strictly prohibited throughout the trip.* 2. Strictly no littering of trash. 3. No risky selfies are allowed. Organizers reserve the right to decide which act/ photo pose is risky. 4. Listening to Music on *Bluetooth speakers is not allowed* as it disturbs the nearby ecosystem. 5. Sleeveless, low neck, figure-hugging shirts/tops, short pants, hot pants not allowed. 6. Trekking is a specialist activity do not consider this as a picnic. 7. Feeding to wild animals is strictly prohibited ———————————————— *Please read “Terms and Conditions” before joining the event* ****** ———————————————— *Instagram Link:* *https://instagram.com/dhyas_sahyadri*

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Regards, *Dhyas Sahyadri* ⛰️🧗‍♂️🤟 *wander without reason*

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