Overview
A beautiful fort in Ahmednagar, which gives you a perfect spot for trekking is on everyone's bucket list. Ratangad Fort is a historic fort that is at an elevation of 4255 ft. Located in the western ghat, this extraordinary fort is around 23 km from Bhandardara.
Ratangad trek is an easy to moderate level trek. It takes around 4-5 hours to reach the Ratangad fort. You will have a stimulating trekking experience, and it will energize your entire mind and body. There are many routes for trekking to the Ratangad fort, and the most popular is the route from Ratanwadi village. While trekking, you will come across various caves, which visitors use for camping. You can sit with your group inside the caves and enjoy the local food.
In winters, the dense forest is filled with fog, and you can also view the vagrant white running clouds. There are also various flowers seen in the winter.
If you want to have an adventurous trip and spend time in the lap of nature, then you should experience the Ratangad fort trek.
Batches:
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INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS
What we'll give. What we won't
Guided Trek
Breakfast and lunch
Team Captains
Travel by Non AC bus from Pune to Pune
Basic first aid kit
Any personal expense
Any emergency medical or evacuation charges if needed
Transaction charges depending upon the mode of payment will be charged by Razorpay
HIGHLIGHT
Ratangad Height: 1296m (4255ft)
Ratangad Trail: Combination of forest trail and iron ladders.
Ratangad Trek Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
Ratangad Trek Endurance: Medium to High
Ratangad Trek Length: Approx. 6 km
Ratangad Trek Location: Ratanwadi, Maharashtra 415407
Ratangad Trek Best Time: June to February
Ratangad Distance from Mumbai: 178 km
Ratangad Distance from Pune: 175 km
Itinerary
Saturday,
Take 08:44 PM Kasara Fast Local
08:44 PM: CSMT
08:58 PM: Dadar
09:07 PM: Ghatkopar
09:26 PM: Thane
09:52 PM: Kalyan
11:04 PM: Kasara
11:20 PM: Report to the Trekleaders at Kasara Station Ticket Counter( https://goo.gl/maps/mcqSN6qsjjaUHskE8 )
11:30 PM: Start journey towards base village (Ratanwadi) post briefing by Trek Leaders
12:10 AM: Report at Kasara Ghat ( https://goo.gl/maps/mVPDgmvuRiC5rCqQ8 )
Sunday,
12:30 AM: Igatpuri ( https://goo.gl/maps/6shGazSQyMyubf3L8 )
04:30 AM: Reach base village
05:00 AM: Get freshen up and have breakfast
05:45 AM: Get Assemble, Instructions, and briefing session by Trek Leaders
06:00 AM: Start trek to Ratangad
09:00 AM: Reach the Top and Relax. Explore the Fort and beautiful views from Ratangad, Do photography
10:30 AM: Start descending to the base village as per the instructions by Trek Leaders
01:00 AM: Reach Base Village and Have Lunch
02:00 PM: Depart for Kasara
05:30 PM: Reach Kasara Station (Arrival Time Depends on Pace of Group and Traffic)
Take the next available local train to Mumbai.
(Highly Required and Mandatory Things)
ID proof
backpack (waterproof or covered with waterproof cover)
trekking shoes or any sports shoes with a Good grip
Trekking pants (compulsory), 2 T-Shirts (Preferably full sleeves or Half T-shirt with sleeves), Raincoat/ waterproof jacket/ windcheater, Handnapkin/Towel, etc
Water 2-3 liters.
Ready-to-eat food like plum cakes, Dry fruits, dry snacks and biscuits, Chikki, chocolate bars, etc.
Torch
Personal Medicines and Personal First aid