The fort is named after saint Goraknath, who used to perform penance here. It was used in the era of Shivaji Maharaj, mainly as a stopover point from Junnar via Naneghat. The adjoining Machindragad peak is named after the teacher-disciple relationship of Machindranath and Gorakhnath.
During monsoon season, the Gorakhgad Trek takes on a whole new appearance. While there, take a moment to observe, listen and smell and you will feel the forest come alive around you. The view of the numerous cascading waterfalls and a large range of wildflowers only add to its charm.
COVID related flexibility:
- We understand the current situation and have made it easy to change your travel plans up to 10 days prior to your trip's departure dates
- You can choose new events or get a full refund up to 10 days before the trip departure date. Any cancellation after that will be treated as per our normal cancellation policy - https://www.traversindia.com/payments-and-cancellation-policy
- If you or anyone in your family (parents/siblings) have COVID+ and you cancel your trip due to that at the last minute, we will give you full refund (deducting 5% GST) once you submit the COVID+ report to us
What is included in the tour
- Non AC bus transport (Mumbai to Mumbai)
- RTO permit
- First aid
- Breakfast and lunch
- 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
- Named after one of the respected Master-Deciple duo, Gorakhnath - Macchindranath
- The fortified outpost is a short, moderately difficult yet a very rewarding trek
- The staircases leading to the "Balle-killa" are an adventurous experience for both, novice and experienced trekkers alike
- The view of the vast Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary provides for an astoundingly beautiful view throughout the climb, especially so in the monsoons
Day 0:
11:00 pm : Leave from Mumbai via non AC private bus
Day 1:
04:00 am : Reach base village and rest in the bus
6:00 am : Breakfast
6:30 am : Introduction session and start uphill trek
09:30 am : Reach at the top and rest for a while
10:30 am : Start downward trek
1:00 pm : Reach base village and have lunch
4:00 pm : Start return journey for Mumbai
7:30 pm : Reach Mumbai
Pick-up points:
- Borivali
- Andheri
- Vile Parle
- Bandra Kalanagar
- Sion
- Chembur
- Vashi Plaza junction
- Kharghar