October Trekking Events

Trekking I went on my first trek on the Matheran trail with my dad. I assumed it'd be a real bore. What I wanted to do was hang out with my buddies and play cricket on the ground next to my apartment. I thought trekking could be challenging; I thought trail running could be dull. It was not likely to be fun.

However, I was mistaken. As a grown-up, when I promote my buddies to go on a backpacking, hiking, or trekking trip, I listen to the same sort of remarks I had as a lad-too dull, too tricky, no pleasure till people give it a try. There are no established practices; adaptability abounds. Here are five reasons why I believe you'll relish trekking if you get started for the first time.

Trekking could be as light as you fancy

You can start with small hikes in the national parks near you. For a few hours of walking one day, there are many marked trails in all the national parks for beginner trekkers. Build up for more challenging treks If you start with a 20-kilometre trek, it might be challenging. Trekking could be as manageable as donning a pair of walking shoes and going to the park. If you would like to build up to more demanding treks, that is your privilege.

You'll find Health Benefits. 

At the risk of terrifying you, I must tell you that trekking is a kind of exercise and lifestyle. And like every exercise, you can expect to find some health improvements from it. After a few hours of hiking at the Sondai fort with a few of my buddies, one hiker explained that she felt the strain of her long week of working evaporating. Trekking is a budding stress buster. Add in the inherent advantages of reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, improved sleep, weight loss, and reduced blood pressure, and you've got a lot of good health reasons to appreciate trekking.

Trekking can be inexpensive as you want

If the price of a gym membership makes your eyes water, then you should be aware that the price of trekking could be as low as you desire. You do not have to spend cash on high-end equipment to begin with. The majority of the things you will need for a temporary increase are most likely already someplace in your property when you've got the cash.

Hiking can be as social as you fancy

Though a lot of men and women hike alone to appreciate the meditative advantages of trekking, even if you're an extrovert who receives your energy from other people, you can visit the trails with your buddies. And when none of your friends are thinking about hiking, it is time to enhance your list of buddies. There are tonnes of individuals who share an interest in trekking. Check with the local trekking clubs to see if there is a trekking group in your region.

You will see a thing in a new way.

You will love the scene when you go trekking. Indeed, there is a lot to observe when you are driving, but if you slow to walking speed, the blur disappears. The world seems somewhat more straightforward. You'll notice the trees, the feel of the bark, as well as the colour of the leaves. Hiking quiets the mind; matters will look refreshingly beautiful.

If you go trekking for the first time, I expect it to be as enjoyable as it was for me when I travelled for the first time. Take it easy the first time out, and you will be delighted with what trekking can do for your wellbeing and peace of mind.

1. Sondai Fort Trek

Sondai is not such a famous fort near Karjat Chowk Phata. Sondai Fort Trek is nine kilometers from Karjat railway station. It offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Rajmachi, Songiri forts, Karnala Fort, and Matheran mountain range. Sondai Fort Karjat was used as a watchtower to protect the trade routes. Sondewadi and Wavarle are the base villages of Sondai fort. Sondewadi village is situated at 1/4th height of this Fort.

2. Aadrai Jungle Trek - The Unexplored Jungle Trek 

The Aadrai Jungle Trek is the best way to explore one of Sahyadri's most beautiful and untouched Jungles. This tour will take you deep into the heart of this lush, green forest, where you can see waterfalls, caves, valleys, shepherd trails, famous peaks, and more. You'll be able to experience all that this incredible Aadrai Forest Trek has to offer in just one day!

Join us on our next trek and get ready for an unforgettable experience! We have treks every week, so there's no excuse not to come with us today. So what are you waiting for? Book your spot now!

3. 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 waat.

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.

4. Ratangad Trek

Ratan means Jewel in Hindi. This hill fort is indeed jewel in all the hill forts here in Sahyadri. It is located in the district of Ahmednagar and is located about 4255 feet above sea level. It lies in the Ajoba mountain range surrounded by great mountains of Kulang, Alang, Kalsubai, Katarabai, Ajoba and Ghanchakkar. Geographically Ratangad is at the banks of Bhandardara lake of Ahmednagar district. With views of lake and highest mountains in Sahyadris looks very much lost in time. At the base of this fort is ancient Lord Shiva (Amruteshwar) temple. About 1000 years old temple of Lord Shiva, the Amruteshwar Temple at Ratanwadi, is an absolute paragon of high class architecture of our ancestors.

5. Kalsubai Trek - Highest Peak of Maharashtra

Kalsubai Peak Trek with a height of 1646 meters or 5400 Feet is famous as the highest peak in Maharashtra. Kalsubai Mountain lies in the Sahyadri mountain range falling under Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary. Kalsubai Height being the highest peak commands a beautiful view. Since Bhandardara Dam and Kalsubai Peak are extremely famous, enough effort has been made to make this trek easy. There are steel railings, chains, and ladders at places where it is difficult to climb.

6. Devkund Waterfall Trek 

Visiting hidden paradises is a luxury that is best reserved for days when it often feels like the world is getting out of sync with you. The Devkund Waterfall, located near Bhira Dam in Maharashtra, India, is one place you can visit to rejuvenate yourself this rainy season and winter, or any other time of the year. The Devkund waterfall location is about 120 km away from Pune. Bhira waterfalls are accessible by hiking recommended during the Rainy season and winter months because it gets scorching and humid closed for the summer months. Devkund waterfalls Pune needs to be accessed only if adequate rainfall and dry up during summers.

7. Nanemachi Waterfall Trek

Nanemachi Waterfalls is one of the best waterfalls in Maharashtra. This waterfall is located at a distance few kilometres from Mahad. Nanemachi waterfalls is a natural attraction inside a dense forest. You can feel the extraordinary energy of reaching this beautiful waterfall. The place is famous for its blue water that flows inside the waterfall. It has a depth of about 400 feet and is well hidden. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Nanemachi waterfall pool glows in different shades of colour throughout the day, which adds to its majestic beauty.

Experience nature in its purest form. Nanemachi waterfall trek is a waterfall discovery tour that gives you a glimpse of mother nature.It’s an incredible waterfall hidden within the dense green forests of Raigad District. Book your waterfall hike here

8. Kothaligad Trek

Kothaligad is more commonly known as the fort of Peth because the village of Peth is situated at its base. The pinnacle of the Peth can be seen from the village. On reaching the top of the fort, we see caves carved in huge rocks. Along the Bhairoba cave, steep steps are carved leading to the pinnacle. Small water tanks and some cannon balls are scattered on the fort. The first one is the cave of Goddess, besides which is a water cistern and the last one is the specious Bhairoba cave. A flat floor and well-sculpted pillars are specialties of the cave.

9. Prabalmachi Fireflies Camping

Prabalmachi Camping is high on the list for trekkers places to visit near Mumbai, A relaxing weekend getaway from Mumbai. It is regularly featured by all magazines and websites as an excellent travel destination place near Mumbai. Prabalmachi Camping has grown into a popular tourist place near Mumbai in the summer. Join us Treks and Trails India a leading trekking group in Mumbai.

10. Igatpuri Camping 

Our campsite is well hidden inside a beautiful jungle for sure you will have trouble finding it we have kept it that way. Igatpuri Lakeside camping is a beautiful spot for landscape photography. Your tents will be lake-facing as the sunset you can enjoy tea and evening snacks. Our guest is always welcomed early to maximize the time spent at the Igatpuri camping site and enjoy water sports to the fullest. Igatpuri Campsite is amazing for Astrophotography, Star Trails Photography, and Igatpuri Stargazing it has very less night light pollution located in one of the darkest spots in Maharashtra. You can join for Night Trek shoes compulsory after you enjoy Dinner local food. Wake up to the sounds of birds and enjoy birding your tents will be facing the sunrise and the beautiful Secret Camping Lake. Indian toilets are available on the campsite and parking. After your morning breakfast, you can click more selfies and groupies. Check-out timings are 10 am you can also visit nearby sites our campsite manager will share the locations.

11. Harihar Fort Trek

Harihar Fort appears to be rectangular from its base village. It is built on a triangular prism of rock. Its three faces and two edges are vertical at 90 degrees. The third edge towards the west is inclined at an angle of 75 degrees. A one-meter wide rocky staircase with niches in it is carved out for ascending and descending the Hari Har Gad Fort.

There are 117 steps in all. After you climb the first rocky staircase to the main entrance, we walk below an overhang with a sheer drop. Again, one has to climb a set of steep stairs with niches, then pass through a staircase inside the rock-like Peth Fort or Kothaligad Fort, and then reach the top of the Fort. The view from the top is excellent. After climbing these steps, we get up to the entrance door. The Fort Harihar Nashik has got a tapering plateau with a raised level in the middle. There is a small temple of Lord Hanuman and Lord Shiva on the plateau. A small pond is there in front of this temple. Water from this pond can be used for drinking.

12. Rajmachi Fort Trek 2022

Rajmachi Fort is a historical fort having two stronghold forts in Lonavala. The forts of Rajmachi Lonavala are Shrivardhan and Manaranjan. visible from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on the right-hand side of Borghat, a popular spot near Khandala known as Rajmachi View Point. Rajmachi is a popular spot for trekking in the popular Lonavala Hill Stations. 

You can see the beautiful Kataldhar waterfall from Shrivardhan Fort. Many caves near Rajmachi Fort, near Karjat, are used by trekkers for night halts. Rajmachi Fort is located strategically overlooking Borghat, a historical trade route in the Sahyadri Mountains. popular among trekkers in India as one of the best trekking places in Maharashtra.