Sandhan Valley - Ratangad – Katrabai – Kaladgad – Harishchandragad
We at Trek Mates India, invites you to much awaited range trek of the season, Range trek from Ratangad to Harishchandragad starting on 7th August to 9th August 2015 (3 Days).
This range trek will cover one of the most fascinating range of Sahyadri, the valley Shadow-Sandhan, Jewel fort - Ratangad, Highly Dense forests of Katrabai, A River Walk through Mula River, Less explored Kaladgad & last but not the least the mighty Harishchandragad. Join in & enjoy the raw beauty of Sahyadri.
This range trek will cover one of the most fascinating range of Sahyadri, the valley Shadow-Sandhan, Jewel fort - Ratangad, Highly Dense forests of Katrabai, A River Walk through Mula River, Less explored Kaladgad & last but not the least the mighty Harishchandragad. Join in & enjoy the raw beauty of Sahyadri.
Trek Details:
Type: Range Trek
Region: Bhandardara - Malshej
Region: Bhandardara - Malshej
Grade: Medium
Endurance Level: High
Previous Trekking Experience is Requisite.
Sandhan Valley: Valley of shadow - 3000 feet above MSL (Approx)
“SANDHAN” …. is a beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats near Ratangad. Amidst the water carved valley of 50 to 500 feet deep and around two km long. We will be exploring the valley till it’s opening into Konkan.
Ratangad: Jewel Fort – 4250 feet above MSL (Approx)
The fort is origin for the river Pravara / Amrutvahini . The Bhandardara dam is built on this river. Ratangad has a natural rock peak with a cavity in it at the top which is called 'Nedhe' or 'Eye of the Needle'; formed by natural erosion, it is big enough to accommodate a group of ten people and the view of the entire region from here is absolutely amazing. Ratangad was captured by Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosle and was one of his favorites. Ratangad, a jewel fort of Sahyadris has conventionally said to have 2 routes. One, from Ratanwadi village via Ganesh Darwaja and the other from Samrad village via Trimbak Darwaja. We will be climbing the fort from Trimbak Darwaja & will be descending via Ganesh Darwaja.
Katrabai: A Mountain Pass – 4300 feet above MSL (Approx)
The most important pass on Trans Sahyadri trek. This pass is known for passage between Ratangad and Harishchandragad. This pass gives an excellent 360° view of the area.
Kaladgad – 3200 feet above MSL (Approx)
This Hill fort is located between right angle of well spreaded Harishchandragad Hill in Dist Ahmednagar. This fort is located south of Pethechi Wadi village. Many call it Shiva Lingam and Nandi combo, as it looked like that.
Harishchandragad – 4500 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Harishchandragad: The fort is quite ancient, considered to be from the medieval period. The Great sage Changdev (one who wrote the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate here in 14th century. The caves are also from the same period. Harishchandragad was captured by the Marathas in 1747 from the Moguls.
You can check the detailed info on Harishchandragad HERE
The Itinerary for the event will be as follows:
Day 1, 7th Aug 2015
Ø Take second Kasara Local Slow Train (from your respected stations)
Train Number
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Speed
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Slow
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Cars
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12
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Starting From
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Mumbai(CST)
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End At
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Kasara(N)
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Mumbai_CST
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5:00
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Byculla
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5:08
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Dadar
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5:18
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Kurla
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5:29
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Ghatkopar
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5:35
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Thane
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5:56
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Dombivili
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6:18
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Kalyan
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6:27
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Kasara
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7:42
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Ø Reach Samrad village by Pvt Vehicle.
Ø Breakfast & Explore Sandhan Valley
Ø Have lunch
Ø Ascend Ratangad via Trimbak Darwaja
Ø Visit Nedhe & occupy cave on the fort.
Day 2, 8th Aug:
Ø Breakfast and start towards Katrabai pass
Ø Cross Katrabai, and reach Kumshet for lunch
Ø Trek again till pethe chi wadi
Ø Visit Kaladgad Fort in the evening for the sunset view.
Ø Dinner & Stay
Day 3, 9th Aug:
Ø Early morning start towards Pachnai, Breakfast at Pachnai
Ø Ascend Harishchandragad from Pachnai, have lunch on the fort
Ø Explore fort and descend towards khireshwar
Ø Back journey till kalyan by ST bus.
Also read a blog on a similar trek we conducted earlier:
The cost for the event will be Rs 2400/- per head, which includes,
Travelling from Kasara till Kalyan,
Food (5 Meals, 3 Breakfast)
TMI Exrpertise
Travelling from Kasara till Kalyan,
Food (5 Meals, 3 Breakfast)
TMI Exrpertise
Payment Details:
One needs to deposit the full amount into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
One needs to deposit the full amount into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Account Details
ICICI Current Account No: 148805000123
Name: Trek Mates Outbound Services pvt. Ltd.
Ifsccode: ICIC0001488
Branch: Kalwa
For Registrations, call us on
Trek Mates Office: 8422888006 | 007 | 008
email id: trekmates@gmail.com
Registrations are only through phone calls.
Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.
Things to be carried:
Identity proof.
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Sleeping Bag / Bedding
Identity proof.
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Sleeping Bag / Bedding
Bunch of Newspaper
Extra Pair of Clothes
Good trekking shoes, Extra Socks, Floaters (to wear at night)
A rucksack to put in all the things to be carried.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Windcheaters.
Good trekking shoes, Extra Socks, Floaters (to wear at night)
A rucksack to put in all the things to be carried.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Windcheaters.
It’s raining these days, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
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