Rajgad Trek, Pune
Rajgad Trek highlights
- Gaze into the astonishing view from the fort and spend a day full of fun and adventure with your squad
- Explore this ancient fort which was built at an height of 4182 ft and will give you an unparalleled fun experience
- This is perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city life full of lush green surroundings and the trails of rough terrains
- Fill your taste buds with the delicious Pithala Bhakeri, which is a famous dish from the local cuisine and sumptuous lunch served after
- Avoid the hassles of finding transportation means, as you avail transfers in shared vehicle from Mumbai to the location and return
Rajgad Trek cancellation_policy
- If cancellation is made 30 days or more before the date of travel, 15.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellation is made between 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel, 25.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellation is made between 7 days to 15 days before the date of travel, 50.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellation is made within 7 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.
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Rajgad Trek overview
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Activity Timings: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Departure/Return Point: Deccan for Pune And Dadar railway Station for Mumbai.
About the Rajgad Fort Trek:
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and escape into the unbounded serenity of Pune and experience some offbeat adventure, this one exciting trek is devised to take you to the Rajgad fort, with an altitude of 4182 feet and let you enjoy delightful hiking session. This is located at a distance of 40 km away from Pune, the beauty of this fort offers a breathtaking view with an amazing trekking experience.
Start your trek from the base village Gunjavne and you would move ahead traversing through the trails of rough terrains and lush greenery. Get assistance from an experienced guide who will assist you on this trek and will let you know about the history of Pune. Savor Pithala Bhakeri, which is a famous dish from the local cuisine. Apart from this, you will be served a delicious lunch and breakfast. Also, you would enjoy a comfortable pick-up and drop-off facility to and from Mumbai and Pune.
Note: Children below 6 years and pregnant women are not advised to join the tour.
How to Reach:
Pick up and drop off facility is available from Mumbai and Pune.
You can reach meetup spots with the help of private and public transportation.
About the Activity:
- The trek to Rajgad fort begins from 06:00 AM in the morning and ends at 07:00 PM in the evening
- Witness the breathtaking views from Rajgad Fort which was built at a height of 4182 ft and will give you some fun thrills
- Avail the comfort of the transportation as you get a pick from the suburbs of Mumbai to the trek location
- Grab a mouth-watering breakfast during the start of your trek followed by delicious lunch and the Pithala Bhakeri, which is a famous dish from the local cuisine
- Start your trek to Rajgad fort from the base village Gunjavne and follow through the trails of rough terrains and lush greenery
- Enjoy trek to Rajgad fort with all the safety measures as you get assistance from a guide to ease the difficulty of the trek
Rajgad Trek faqs
What is the best time for Rajgad trek?
If you wish to enjoy the best of nature while feeling refreshed then you must opt for the Rajgad Trek during the monsoon season. The monsoons fall along the months of June to August and during this time, nature is at its best. With fresh sproutings and sudden rainfalls, this season makes sure that you are provided with the greenest scenery, however you must remain cautious as the path to the fort becomes kind of slippery and tricky.
If you want to enjoy even more pleasant climatic conditions without the fear of sudden showers then you should go for Rajgad Trek during the winter months which fall around October to February.
The cool breeze and the pleasurable environment together make it a perfect time to enjoy a trek without the scorching heat of the sun.
How difficult is Rajgad Trek?
The fort is spotted over 1400 metres above sea level, surrounded with scenic western ghats. This trek is a bit tiring so you should carry plenty of water or energy drinks. This trek is a favourite trekking trail who all are looking for a great destination to satisfy their desire for the thrill.
Is pick-up & drop facility available for Rajgad Trek?
It is advised to arrive 15 min before the departure time to start the Rajgad Trek on time.
What is the departure point & time for Rajgad Trek?
If you are travelling from Pune then the journey is of 2 hours for the base village and if you are travelling from Mumbai, then Dadar to Base village is of 5 hours journey.
Is Rajgad Trek safe?
We would also recommend you to carry appropriate equipment for the trek along with some personal medicine so that you can consume them on time. This trek is a bit tiring so you should carry plenty of water or energy drinks to keep yourself hydrated all the time.
What things do I need to carry for Rajgad Fort trek?
On your Rajgad Fort trek, you should carry the following to make your trek more comfortable:
- ID Proof: Always carry your valid government authorized id proof along with you
- Water: You should carry plenty of water or energy drinks to keep yourself hydrated all the time
- Other things: You should carry cap, towel, a napkin, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion to protect yourself from dust and sunburn
- Trekking Shoes and extra pair of Socks: You should wear a good pair of shoes so that you can cross the difficult trails easily. And, you might need an additional pair of socks during the trek.
- Camera: To capture awesome pictures of your trek
- Backpack: Put your things in a backpack so your hands are free while trekking.
What is the height of Rajgad Fort trek?
What things do I need to keep in mind at Rajgad trek?
As the difficulty level of the Rajgad trek is moderate, hence not a lot of gear is required, but some of the basic things you should keep in your mind:
- Be mentally prepared as the height of the trek is 4250 feet from the sea level.
- If you find any symptoms of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), inform your trek leader as they will be fully-equipped for such situations.
- Do not rush to reach the destination, just give yourself time to enjoy the view
- We understand you are enthusiastic and want to see everything possible in your path but it is advised to not leave your travel group and guides.
- We would highly recommend to not to drink and smoke during the trek
- Carry all the essential items including comfortable clothes, shoes, jackets, medical kit, drinking water, light snacks, extra pair of socks etc
- Respect nature and do not drop even one small speck of plastic