escape2explore presents "Maharashtra`s Ratangad Fort Trek"

✦ Activity Location: Pune, Maharashtra.

✦ Start Time: 09:00 PM

✦ End Time: 09:00 PM

✦ Ratangad Fort Trek Distance: 4-5 km

✦ Ratangad Fort Height: 4255 ft.

✦ Trek Difficulty: Moderate

About Ratangad Fort Trek:

Ratangad Fort Trek is a captivating experience for adventure enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Located in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, India. The fort, believed to be over 400 years old, played a significant role in the Maratha empire under Shivaji Maharaj. The Ratangad Fort Trek typically starts from the village of Ratanwadi, which is also the base for visiting the ancient Amruteshwar Temple. While the trek is considered moderate in difficulty, the rewarding panoramic views from the top make every step worthwhile.

Includes:

✦ Transportation (Non-AC)

✦ Tea, Breakfast (Veg)

✦ Lunch (Veg)

✦ Trekking

✦ Forest fee

✦ Guide Charges

✦ Basic First Aid

Excludes:

✦ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Itinerary:

Day 0 - Departure from Pune

➞ 09:00 PM - Pickup Starts From ShivajiNagar, (Bank of Maharashtra).

Day 1 - Trek to Ratangad Fort

➞ 04:00 AM - Reach base village.

➞ 05:00 AM - Freshen-up & breakfast at base.

➞ 05:30 AM - Trek start.

➞ 07:00 AM - 10:00 Explore Fort.

➞ 11:00 AM - Return towards base village.

➞ 01.00 PM - Lunch will be served at a local villager's house.

➞ 03:00 PM - Return journey to Pune.

➞ 09:00 PM - Reach Home (Time may vary depending on traffic).

Pick-up Points:

1. Ch. Shivaji Nagar - Lokamangal Bank of Maharashtra (09:30 PM)

2. Nashik Phata (10:00 PM)

3. Bhosari Chowk (10:30 PM)

4. Moshi Chowk (11:00 PM)

Things to Carry 

✦ Torch per person with extra batteries

✦ Government ID card

✦ Sports shoes or trekking shoes

✦ Backpack

✦ Raincoat (in monsoon)

✦ Trekking stick

✦ Toiletries

✦ Personal medical kit

✦ Extra pair of clothes

✦ 2-litre water bottle per person

✦ Energy bars and drinks

✦ Track pants and cotton T-shirt

✦ Camera (optional)

NOTE:

✦ You’ll need to provide a government ID for your Trek Permit (voter ID, ration card, driving license, PAN card, or passport). (Aadhaar Card is not accepted.).

✦ Please help us keep the place clean! Do not litter during the trek.

✦ We’re all about nature, so don’t expect luxury. Washrooms are available only at the hotel/homestay campsites.

✦ By joining the trek, you understand and accept the risks involved, which can vary by destination.

✦ escape2explore is not responsible for any lost or misplaced personal items.