Kalsubai Trek (25th-26th Aug)

Kalsubai Trek with height of 1646m or 5400 Feets is famous as the highest peaks in Maharashtra. Kalsubai Mountain lies in the Sahyadri mountain range falling under kalsubai harishchandragad wildlife sanctuary . Kalsubai Height being the highest peak, it commands a beautiful view. Since Bhandardara Dam and Kalsubai Peak is extremely famous, enough effort has been made to make this trek easy. There are steel railings, chains and ladders at places where it is difficult to climb. Climbing the Kalsubai Peak under the stars and moon light add to the thrilling experience of night trek.

Kalsubai Trek Difficult Level Medium 

Kalsubai Trek Endurance Level High

Base Village Kalsubai Trek Bari

Region Igatpuri / Bhandardara 

Total time required for climbing Kalsubai Peak 4 hours one way

Duration 1 Day

Climbing Kalsubai Trek Distance 5.5 km one way  

Kalsubai Peak Height 1646 metres

Highest Peak of Maharashtra Kalsubai Peak in feet 5400

Travelling by Bus

Cost:Rs 1300

Kalsubai Monsoon Trek Event Itinerary

Day 0: 

23:00 Meet us at Pritam Hotel, Dadar (East).

23:15 Departure from Dadar.

00:00 Pick up from Teen Hath Naka Junction, Thane.

Day 1:

04:00 Reach Base Village.

04:30 Freshen up and tea-biscuits.

05:00 Commencement of the trek after briefing and a short introduction.

09:00 Reach Kalsubai top; explore the summit and witness some of the other peaks from top.

09:30 Start descending.

12:00 Reach base village.

12:30 Lunch at base village.

14:00 Start return journey.

20:00 Reach Mumbai.

Cost Includes

• 1 veg Breakfast and Lunch.
• Dadar to Dadar travel by private vehicle.
• Trek Leader expertise charges.

Cost Excludes

• Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
• All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered.
• Any kind of personal expenses.
• Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above.
• All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather.
• Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.

Trek to Kalsubai Peak - Things to Carry 

• 2/3 liters of water 
• Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars 
• Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets 
• Good Torch must
• Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek 
• One Day Bag Pack 20 to 30 litres
• Sun Cap and Sunscreen
• Personal First aid and Personal Medicine 
• Extra Clothes
• Identity Proof 
• Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles

Important Gear required

• Backpack - One Day pack + rain cover 20 - 40 litres
• Identity proof (must)

• Clothes
  • Head Gear - Head torch with extra batteries - Hand torch an alternative
  • Two Full Trekking Pants - Quick Dry Material
  • Two T-shirts - Full sleeves - Quick Dry Material
  • Wear dark coloured clothes
  • Avoid wearing white coloured clothes 
  • Avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
  • Sun Cap - Sun Glasses

• Walking Gear
  • Walking stick advisable
  • Trekking shoes with good grip 
  • Please avoid wearing sports shoes they have very less grip, Prefer Trekking shoes 
  • Campus Trekking Shoes you can buy Rs 800 only good investment 
  • Floaters / Flip - flops 1 Pair (Optional) to relax after trek
  • Avoid wearing repaired shoes or old shoes they will not last on this trek 

• Water & Food
  • Water bottle / Hydration bag 2 - 3 litres
  • Snacks - Energy bars - Dry fruits - Glucon D - Ors Powder

• Medicine & Doctor
  • Personal Medical Kit - Please carry First Aid Kit
  • Please visit your Doctor before starting any outdoor trek or activity
  • Sunscreen cream - Hand sanitiser
  • Odomos
  • Bring your personal medication and basic first aid
  • Physical and positive frame of mind will help you keep pace.
  • Visit a doctor for approval and judge your fitness before enrolling any trekking activity 

• Rainwear & Monsoon Precaution
  • Rain Jacket - Poncho - Waterproof pants if you don’t want to get wet
  • Dry Bag or Plastic bag to keep clothes dry 
  • Double pack your valuables / phones in plastic bags
  • Carry alternate cheap phone or dry bag for phone and power-bank for charging
  • Heavy Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet 

Event Itinerary & Safety First

• Please read the event itinerary
• Trekking is a specialist activity please come prepared
• Check you shoes, make sure your shoes are sturdy repaired ones or old shoes will not last in mountains.
• While trekking there is no one to impress so please don’t worry about fashion and bring sturdy gear which can survive mountain climate.
• If you have good gear there is no need to invest in new gear
• Physical - Mental - Medical Preparation
• Stay calm during during difficult moments it will help you.
• Keep leeway in your travel plans just in case, mountain weather can affect your travel plans
• Dont worry about shoes getting wet while crossing streams or gear getting damage while trekking you can always replace them, but injury will lead to end of trek

How to protect your gear

• Rain cover for your backpack will help keep your backpack dry and protect it from thorns and rocks.
• Dry bag / Waterproof kitbag to keep your clothes and gadgets dry and protected
• Dont walk with your phones or camera in hand one slip and you can damage your expensive gadgets

Be a Cool Traveller

• Stay Organised by keeping necessary toiletries handy
• Smile and be courteous with locals and other travellers
• Learn local greetings Namaste / Julay / Salaam it will help you connect with people.
• Be environment friendly carry water bottle which can be refilled instead of purchasing bottled water
• Dont create extra plastic waste with food wrappers always leave the campsite cleaned
• Carry your garbage back home and dispose it, Kalsubai Mountain is eco sensitive area 
• Follow Directions of Trek Leader
• Respect Local People