Harishchandragad Trek

Harishchandragad trek is one of the most challenging treks in the western ghats of Maharashtra. A popular trek which offers a variety of adventures to all kinds of trekkers.

It is a hill fort in the Ahmednagar district situated in the Malshej Ghat. It climbs up to an altitude of 4,670 ft. 

Harishchandragad is an ancient fort. Its origin is said to have been in the 6th century during the rule of the Kalchuri dynasty. But the caves which you see on the top are probably carved out in the 11th century. 

The various constructions on the fort and those in the surrounding region indicate the existence of diverse cultures. Saptatheertha Pushkarni, Kedareshwar cave, Harishchandra temple and other caves are the examples for that. 

Harishchandragad trek has multiple routes and each route offers a surprise to the trekkers. It is also a complete package of views once you reach the top. 

Fort Elevation: Fort trail

Trek Difficulty: Easy to Moderate.

Trek Endurance: Easy to Moderate.

Trek Length: Approx. 2-3 km       

Location Address: Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharashtra

Event Fees:

Mumbai: Rs 1550/-

Pune: Rs 1350/-

Base Village: Rs 850/-

( Mumbai Pickup: Borivali, Malad, Goregaon, Andheri, Bandra, Sion, Vikhroli, Kanjurmarg, Mulund, Thane, Kalyan )

( Pune Pickup: Bank of Maharashtra ( SB Road ), Kasarwadi

• August: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31.
• September: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
• October: 4,5,11,12,18,19,25,26