Trek to Ratangadh

ABOUT RATANGADH

Ratangad is hill fort in the Sahyadris, near Bhandardara dam. The fort, initially ruled by the Mughals, was conquered by Shivaji Maharaj who loved it like a jewel! It is known to be more than 20 centuries old and is the origin of the enormous river Pravara, also known as Amrutvahini. It boasts of clear views of the Kalasubai peak and the Kokan-Kada (where the Sahyadris descend steeply into Konkan), thus becoming a trekker’s and photographer’s delight.

The 1000 year old Amruteshwar temple at Ratanwadi, the base village is a must visit. At the start of trek, the trails leads into a thick forest which will last for one hour. Then you come across long and firmly fitted series of 5 ladders which brings you to the enormous cave where around 50 people can be accommodated comfortably. On the way to the top, there are huge water tanks which trekkers use as a source of water. It is full almost throughout the year. Half an hour trek into knee deep grasses, we reach the top. At the top there is a giant hole caused by wind erosion called ‘The needle’. The view from there is spectacular. A perfect site for photography enthusiast

ITINERARY

• 10:50 PM Board Kasara Train from CSMT
• 01:30 AM Reach Kasara and Meet the Team
• 01:45 PM Move Towards Base Village
• 04:00 AM Breakfast & Tea Followed by Ice breaking session and Intro round with instructors.
• 04:15 AM Start Ascending to Ratangadh.
• 06:30 AM on top of the Ratangadh & Start Exploring the Fort .
• 08:00 AM Start Descending back.
• 10:30AM Reach back down at the base village.
• 00 AM Lunch Time
• 11:30AM Move Towards to Kasara station

INCLUSION

• Travelling From Local Transport From Kasara To Kasara
• Morning Breakfast & Tea
• Lunch
• Forest Entry Charges
• Expertise & Guide Charges

Things To Carry

• Luggage packed in big good trekking sack
• Complete spare set of extra clothes & socks if required
• Water bottle (2-3 liters) compulsory
• Glucon-d energizers and personal Medicine
• A sweater/warm wear/rainwear
• Wear comfortable clothing during treks (full sleeves)
• Good trekking/sports shoes (sandals, chappals, floaters not permitted)
• Torch with Extra pair of Batteries (must) during night trek
• Camera, Binocular (Optional) Identity proof (must)
• Toiletries (Napkin, facewash, tissue paper, etc.)
• Cap, goggles, sunscreen, moisturizer, mosquito repellent, etc.
• Slippers (optional – at the end of day/trek so that your feet can relax)