Harishchandragad Trekking: A Complete Guide

Are you an adventure lover and looking for the most adventurous place for your next trek?

Look no further.

Harischadra Garh Fort is the most enchanting fortress known for its ultimate adventurous and rewarding trekking trails in Sahyadris that offer a breathtaking scenic view of the Western Ghats

We have brought this post for you to make you well acquainted with Harishchandragad Trek. Without any further ado, let’s dive in.

About Harishchandra Garh Fort

Nestled in the Ahmednagar district  Harishchandra Garh fort is the second-highest peak of Maharashtra near Mumbai which is connected with various routes like Junnar gate, Sadhale Ghat, Naichi wat and Indore Waat. It is one of the most captivating hill forts that makes the visitors spellbound. This ancient fort is elevated at a height of 1424, meters offering a marvelous panorama of the Western Ghats and giving you the most thrilling trekking experience. Offering various routes to Harshchabdra Garh fort, every route possesses its own charm and difficult level making it the most delightful trekking.

The Pachnai route is best for beginners and offers a gradual ascent and the breathtaking panorama of surrounding valleys while the Nalichi route possesses a higher level of difficulty and needs experienced trekkers to navigate through steep rock faces and cascading waterfalls.  

Harishchandra Grah Fort: An Overview

• Harishchandragad trek grade difficulty level : - medium

• Harishchandragad trek endurance level:  - medium

• Harishchandragad trek height: -  4650 feet approx above sea level

• Region: - Igatpuri, Ahmednagar, Junnar

• Total time required for climbing: - 3 hours uphill climb one way.

• Harishchandragad trek distance from Pachnai village five kilometers uphill 

• Drive from Mumbai:-  220 km one way

• Cost for Harishchandragad Trek: - Rs 1399/- per person

• Location Address: - Pachnai village, Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharashtra.

Harishchandra Garh: Itenary Guide

Here is the time slot of harishchandragad trek from Mumbai/Pune

• 9:00pm: pickup point 1-BMCC College Fc road

• 9.15 pm: Pickup from New Bus Stand Shivajinagar

• 9:45pm: pickup point 3-Nasik Phata.

• 5:00 am: Reach Pachnai and start the trek after breakfast.

• 5:15 am: Start the trek post refreshments towards mighty Harishchandragad  

• 7:00 am: Reach on top, and enjoy the beautiful cloudscape and beauty of the fort. 

• 2:00 pm: Reach base and have lunch.

• 4:00 pm: Leave for Pune.

• 11:00 pm: Reach Pune with loads of memories. 

What Makes it Special

• Embark on this adventurous fun trek to the Harishchandragad fort situated at an altitude of 4650 ft.

• The Konkankada cliff, the 'Saptatirtha' Lake & Harishchandreshwar Temple at the top is the main allure of the Harishchandragad Trek

• You can witness & capture the sights of the beautiful sunrise from the Taramati sunrise point.

• You an enjoy a warm bonfire session at night while camping on the top of Konkankada begins.

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