About 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.

There are two water cisterns on, and steps are carved out of rocks to go on the topmost point where an idol of Sondai Devi stands. Two more water cisterns are on the way and have potable water. Waverle is another village from where a bit difficult approach to the fort passes through the dense forest. Sondai trek, an iron ladder, has been installed. It has made the climb till the summit to seak the blessing of Sondai Devi temple safer for all the hikers and devotees. 

Sondai Trek Event Details

Base village for Sondai Killa is Sondewadi village

Region: Karjat Sondai Fort

Best Time to Visit: Monsoon

Sondai Fort photos are available in the photo gallery

Sondai Fort Height is 1200 feet or 366 meters above sea level

Sondai Trek difficulty level is medium-grade

Sondai Fort Trekking endurance level is a moderate grade

Total time required for climbing Sondai Fort is 1.5 to 2 hours

Duration: 1 Day

Sondai Fort Trek distance is 1.5 kilometres one-way

Sondai Fort Trek's height is 1200 feet

Changewadi Waterfall distance is one kilometer away from the parking.

Sondai Fort, Distance from Mumbai: 70 km

Sondai Fort, Distance from Pune: 115 km

Karjat railway station to Sondai trek start point: 10 km

Sondai Fort Trek's price is Rs 599 without transport and Rs 999 from Kasara by Local Transport. 

Sondai Fort trek route is well-marked and has ladders for reaching the summit.

Sondai Fort trek time will be a total of six hours 

Sondai Trek Cost

Participant without Transport: Rs. 699/- per  (Coming by your own vehicle till Base Village)

Participant with Transport: Rs. 999/- per person (Karjat to Karjat) 

Participant with Bus: Rs. 1299/- per person (Mumbai to Mumbai)

Attractions on the trek

One kilometer away from parking is Sondai Fort Waterfall - Changewadi (Only in monsoon)

Stunning views of the Morbe Dam and the Matheran Range.

At the top is the Sondai Devi Temple.

There are Water cisterns at the fort.

You can climb to the Sondai Fort summit using ladders.

Easy Beginners Trek

View near Forts Irshalgad Fort , Karnala Fort , Matheran Range

Visit Sondewadi Waterfall if allowed by authorities 

Sondai Trek Event Itinerary

By Bus Option

Day One

05:00 am - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate. (https://goo.gl/maps/65qVB7H4swdFjjWs6)

05:15 am - Leave for the trek.

05:20 am – Pick up at Virwani Bus Stop, Goregaon. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/M7EGDNh6wWYmuhA1A) 

05:30 am - Pick up at Gundavali Bus Stop, Andheri East. (https://goo.gl/maps/gorbeX9fencdiqfh8)

05:40 am - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop, Bandra. (https://goo.gl/maps/CAsqYFeK8aTRBk9B7)

05:45 am - Pick up at Everard Nagar bus stop, Sion. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/nLw5e7K6QTbwywa99)

06:00 am - Pick up at Diamond Garden, Chembur. (https://goo.gl/maps/y2rbSdA3VyMhoudC7)

06:25 am - Pick up at Vashi Plaza. (https://goo.gl/maps/uY6ZEs9hyiviHfKQ9)

06:55 am - Pick up at McDonald's, Kalamboli. (https://goo.gl/maps/EJksuJiNC8uVFaoM7)

07:30 am: Arrive at the Sondai Fort trek start point and begin the Sondai trek. Enjoy the scenic views of the Morbe Dam and Matheran range and experience the thrill of trekking. Have a breakfast.

08:00 am: Sondai Fort trekking begins; we will take regular halts for refreshments. 

09:30 am: Reach the top of Sondai Fort and explore the historical ruins, temples, caves, water cisterns and panoramic vistas. Capture memorable photographs.

10:15 am: Start descending from Sondai Fort and return to the Sondai Fort trek start point.

While descending, click pictures with the fantastic Morbe Dam background. In the background, you can see many forts, like Karnala Fort and Irshalgad Fort. 

Many famous hiking routes in the Matheran hills range from One tree hill and Garbett Point Trek.

11:45 pm: Reach the base village and conclude the Sondai Fort trek.

12:30 pm: Begin the return journey to Mumbai.

On the way will halt at the restaurant and have a delicious lunch at a local eatery (lunch expense on your own).

05:00 pm: Approx. arrival at Mumbai.

By Train - Sondai Fort Trekking

Mumbai participants

Catch CSMT - Karjat local

CSTM - Karjat local timing

06:10 am - Mumbai CSMT

06:18 am - Byculla

06:24 am - Dadar

06:31 am - Kurla

06:49 am - Thane

07:05 am - Dombivli

07:15 am - Kalyan

08:08 am - Karjat

Train options for Pune participants

Board Sinhgad Express from Pune

06:05 am - Pune

06:11 am - Shivaji Nagar

06:29 am - Pimpri

06:34 am - Chinchwad

07:13 am - Lonavala

08:01 am - Karjat

08:10 am - Meet at Karjat railway station, near the ticket counter.

08:15 am - Move to Base Village by local vehicle.

08:45 am - Reach at Sondewadi and Breakfast.

09:15 am - Start ascending.

11:00 am - Reach on top and explore.

11:30 am - Start descending.

12:30 pm - Reach at Sondewadi and start the return journey towards Karjat railway station by local vehicle.

01:30 pm - Reach at Karjat railway station and disperse.

Inclusions:

1 veg Breakfast

Mumbai to Mumbai travel by private Ac bus

Trek Leader Expertise Charges

Please note

Please wear trekking shoes with a good grip for this trek.

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

Missing the train is missing Sondai Trek, no refund will be provided.

Please be 10 minutes before your pick-up point.

For direct people, the base village location is Sondewadi and the meeting point is Purva Pan Shop. Note: No pick up will be provided from Purva Pan shop for people coming till Purva. You need to reach Sondewadi on your own.

For direct people, You need to reach Sondewadi on your own.

If you wrongly booked for a different date or batch. If you want to change the date within 3 days of departure, then transfer charges will be applied which will be Rs. 200/- per person.

This itinerary is just a proposal we will try to match it, and there can be delays due to road traffic, bus breakdowns, road conditions, weather, group trekking speed, rush at the trekking destination, and many unforeseen situations; trekkers are requested to keep a time buffer to accommodate delays due to unseen problems. 

Things to Carry:

2/3 liters of water.

Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek.

One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters.

A good Torch must with extra battery. (Must)

Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.

Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.

Sun Cap and Sunscreen.

Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.

Identity Proof.

Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.