Kothaligad is situated in Karjat district. The height of this fort is approx. 3000 ft above sea level. There is a small temple and a large cave at the base and a chimney-like tunnel to the top of the fort. This pinnacle is carved from inside forming a staircase reaching the top. The stone is a single black expanse reaching till the Peth village standing on the fertile soil with abundant natural resources for water and farming.
The locals say that this is not actually a fort but a sort of lighthouse from where the directions were given to know the advancements of the enemy. In fact, it can be called a watch tower to keep a vigil on the Mawal area in the greater province of the Marathas.
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
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What is included in the tour
- Non AC bus transport (Mumbai to Mumbai)
- RTO permit
- Breakfast and lunch
- First aid
- 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
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
08:30 am : Reach the plateau; interested trekkers can go to the top of the fort and come back
11:00 am : Start downward trek
1:00 pm : Reach base village and have lunch
4:00 pm : Start return journey for Mumbai
7:00 pm : Reach Mumbai
Pick-up points:
- Borivali
- Andheri
- Vile Parle
- Bandra Kalanagar
- Sion
- Chembur
- Vashi Plaza Junction
- Kharghar
Things to Carry :
- Backpack - to carry your belongings (please avoid sling bags)
- Water bottle (Minimum 2 litres)
- 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
- Camera (optional)
- Personal medicines, if any