Overview

How about enjoying the cool breeze while you trek and witness a surreal sunrise at the top of Tikona Fort? Sounds interesting?
Come, join us for the sunrise trek to Tikona Fort and enjoy the panoramic views of the Pavna region.

Tikona (also known as Vitandgad) is the dominant hill fort in Maval region in western India. It is located near Kamshet around 120 km from Mumbai. The village nearest to the fort is called Tikona-Peth. The 3500 ft high hill is pyramidal in shape and the name Tikona means "triangle".

The fort is a trekking destination noted for the large doors, the temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev', water tanks (seven water tanks) and some Satvahan caves. From the peak of the fort, one can view Pawna dam and the nearby forts of Tung, Lohagad and Visapur. 

Difficulty level : Easy (Beginners Trek)
Height : 3500 ft above SL
Location : Maval
Base Village : Tikona
Washrooms: Only at the base village
Approx. time of trek: 2 hour to the top

15 Hours Available on request
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Non AC bus transport (Mumbai to Mumbai)
  • RTO permit
  • First aid
  • Breakfast
  • Photography guidance and expertise

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered
  • Anything which is not included in the Inclusions

 

Highlights
What makes this tour special
  • A beautiful sunrise from the top of the Fort
  • View of Pawna lake from the top of Fort
  • A dominant hill fortress of Konkan's Pawan Maval region
  • A triangular shaped mountain fort which offers breathtaking views of the entire region including the forts of Lohagad, Tung, Visapur and Pawna Lake
Itinerary

Day 1:
11.00 pm : Leave from Mumbai via non AC private bus 

Day 2 : 
4:00 am : Reach base village (Freshen up)
4:30 am : Start with the trek
6.00 am : Reach at top and wait for the sunrise
6.30 am : Enjoy the sunrise with tea/coffee in your hands
8:00 am : Begin descending
9:00 am : Breakfast 
2:00 pm : Reach Mumbai 

Pickup points

  • Vile Parle
  • Bandra East Kalanagar
  • Sion Station
  • Chembur
  • Vashi
  • Kharghar

Things to Carry :

  • Backpack - to carry your belongings (please avoid sling bags)
  • Water bottle (Minimum 2 litres)
  • Sanitizer and mask
  • Torch (Compulsory)
  • Cap, sun glasses and trekking shoes advisable. (Please avoid sneakers, canvas shoes having flat soles as there are high chances of slipping)
  • Plastic carry bag (for your gadgets)
  • Extra pair of clothes (optional)
  • Camera (optional)