Lohagad Fort Trek (22nd-23rd Sep)

About Lohagad Fort 

Lohagad Fort means Iron fort in Marathi, situated close to the hill station of Lonavala Khandala and 52 km northwest of Pune, Lohagad rises to an elevation of 1,033 meter or 3,389 feet above sea level. The Lohagad Killa is connected to the neighboring Visapur Fort which is at its eastern side by a small range. The range divides the basins of the Indrayani River and Pavana River rivers. Lohagad overlooks the Pavna reservoir, located to the south of the mountain. The hill extends to the northwest to a fortified spur, called Vinchu Kata Scorpion's tail because of its resembling shape. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. The fort has been declared as a protected monument by the by Archaeology Survey of India. Best trekking route near Mumbai and Pune for beginners.

Lohagad Fort Monsoon Trek Details 

•  Lohagad Fort Trek Difficulty Level - Easy 
•  Endurance Level - Medium
•  Base village for Lohagad Killa - Lohagad Wadi
•  Lohgad Fort Height : 3400 feet approx
•  Location : Lonavala - Malavali 
•  Total time required for climbing Lohagad Fort - 2 hours from Malavali and 40 minutes from Lohagad Wadi.
•  Total distance for climbing Lohagad Killa - 5 km
•  Duration : 1 Day
•  Cost: Rs 800 per person 

Monsoon Trek to Lohagad Event Itinerary

Train timings for Mumbai participants

Indrayani Express

• 05:40 CSMT
• 05:51 Dadar
• 06:14 Thane
• 06:33 Kalyan
• 07:58 Lonavala
• Move to Malavali by local train
• 08:20 Lonavala
• 08:28 Malavli 

Train timings for Pune participants

Lonavala Local Train

• 06:30 Pune
• 06:35 Shivaji nagar
• 07:35 Malavali 

Bhaje Caves and Lohagad Killa Trek  

• 08:30 Meet at Malavali station and move towards Lohagad fort.
• 09:00 Breakfast.
• 09:30 Visit Bhaje Caves.
• 12:00 Reach at Lohagad top, exploration and rest. (2 hrs.approx.)
• 14:30 Descend.
• 15:00 Reach at Lohagad Wadi and lunch.
• 16:00 Move to Malavali Station.
• 17:30 Departure for Mumbai / Pune from Malavli station. 

Please Note

• People may board same train from their respective stations of convenience.

• Missing the train is missing Monsoon Trek to Lohagad, no refund will be provided. 

Cost Includes

• 1 veg Breakfast and 1 veg Lunch.

• Trek Leader Expertise Charges.

Cost Excludes

• Travel cost from Mumbai to Malavli and back.

• Travel from Pune to Malavli and back.

• 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.

Thing to carry on Lohagad Trek 

1. 2/3 liters of water

2. Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars

3. Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.

4. Good Torch must with extra battery

5. Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek

6. One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters

7. Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.

8. Double pack your valuables / phones in plastic bags

9. Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet.

10. Sun Cap and Sunscreen

11. Personal First aid and Personal Medicine

12. Identity Proof.

13. Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.