Arrzzz Kiya Hai.
Let's take the scenic route, because life is too beautiful to rush through.
We have nothing to lose, and a world to see.
Adventure awaits, let’s go find it.
A road trip and an easy trek in the mountains can be a great
way to enjoy the beauty of nature, have some adventure, and make some
unforgettable memories. Here’s sharing proposed plan:
Date of event: November 5th, 2023 (Sunday).
Plan for Proposed Road Trip and a trek, Mumbai to Korigad:
6:00 am to 09:00 am: Mumbai to Lonavala via Old Highway
(3 hours)
Breakfast at Lonavala Near Shivaji Putla (Lonavala Market)
09:00 am to 09:30 am Meeting at Lonavala, (Parking Area, Lonavala Station, near Shivaji Statue).
10:00 to 10:45 am Drive from Lonavala to Korigad base village.
11:00 am to 03:30 pm Korigad Trek (Packed Lunch at
Korigad Fort).
Chai at Lion Head
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm: Return Road Trip from Lonavala to
Mumbai
Contribution for trek:
Booking Amount: Rs.400/- per person (Inclusion: Mountain
Guide; First Aid; Other trek related expenses).
Transport (Self Drive, in own vehicle); No contribution
required.
Travel Pool contribution for fuel, Rs.750/- per person.
Note: If we have sufficient people interested in hiring a Mini-bus and travelling by it we
will inform you about the contribution required for the same.
Exclusion:
Meals (Carry packed lunch / snacks; breakfast everyone pays
for their own breakfast at restaurant).
Any kind of insurance is not included.
Travel is not included (it is a self-drive road trip).
Shopping; Tips etc not included
Anything that is not included is excluded.
Click here to know more about Korigad
Korigad is a hill fort near Lonavala in Maharashtra,
India. It is a popular destination for trekking and camping enthusiasts.
How to reach: You can reach Korigad by road (car),
train or air. The nearest railway station is Lonavala, which is well connected
to Mumbai and Pune. From Lonavala, you can take a bus or a cab to Peth
Shahapur, the base village of Korigad fort trek. You can also rent a bike from
Pune/Mumbai/Lonavala and enjoy the scenic route through dense jungles and
waterfalls.
Difficulty level: Korigad fort trek is an easy level
trek, suitable for beginners and all age groups. It takes about an hour to
reach the top of the fort from the base village. There are stairs and
well-paved paths along the way2.
What to see: On the top of the fort, you can see a
small lake, three temples, and some cannons. You can also get a stunning view
of the Aamby Valley city and the nearby Tung and Tikona forts3. The fort is
also rich in history and culture, as it was built by Shivaji Maharaj and later
captured by the British2.
When to visit: The best time to visit Korigad fort is
from September to December, when the weather is pleasant and the surroundings
are lush green. During monsoon season, the fort becomes more beautiful but also
more slippery and risky.
