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Fort Harihar Trek
March 11, 2023 @ 1:30 am – March 12, 2023 @ 4:30 pm
At a distance of 260 km from Pune and 45 km from Nashik, Harihar Fort or Harihargad is a small hill fort in Upper Vaitarana range near Trimbak in Nashik district of Maharashtra.
History: Harish Fort was one of the forts in the possession of the Ahmadnagar Sultans. In 1636 CE, Harishgad, Trimbakgad, Tringalwadi and few other forts were given by Shahaji to the Mughals. Harishgad was one of the 17 strong places that surrendered to the British on the fall of Trimbak in 1818 CE.
It is an important fort in Nashik district, and was constructed to look upon the trade route through Gonda Ghat.
Date: Mar 11 – Mar 12
Duration: 1N/2D
Cost: INR 3625/- per person
Inclusions: B-L-Hi-T and D (All veg meals rural North Maratha flavors)
Stay: Double occupancy tents or Quad occupancy in cottage room with attached washroom, hot water for freshen up.
3 beds and 1 additional mattress.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Our private bus will do the pick-up from our selected locations:
Bus route : NIBM Road kondhwa, Fatima Nagar, Blue Nile Restaurant Camp – Shivaji Nagar – University of Pune , Jagtap dairy chowk – Konkene chowk – exit pune via Nasik Phata.
6 am – Pick-ups start
6:45 am exit Pune city
Breakfast and Lunch on the Highway
4:00 pm Reach Harihar base village
Briefing Tea and light snacks
Stay in cottage rooms with attached washrooms (4 per room)
double occupancy – unavailable
7:30 pm Dinner and Campfire
End of Day 1
Day 2:
Wake up at 5:00 am
Be ready at 5:30 am for briefing tea with biscuits.
Start the trek at 06:00 am
Built on a triangular prism of rock. It’s three faces and two edges are absolutely vertical 90 degrees. The edges of this stunning fort is absolutely vertical, further adding to the uniqueness of this stunning ancient fort. Rock carved staircases lead you to the fort! Delight in the ancient beauty of this fort while trekking through picturesque landscapes accompanying you throughout your Harihar Fort trekking. Reach Harihar through a treacherous climb
1:00 pm Lunch (Will be served in the base or wherever suitable)
Post lunch we prepare to head back to Pune
Freshen up and Departure by 2:30 pm
Reach Pune by 9:30 pm
Highlights:
Harihar stepped fort climb
Traverse
Pleasant campsite
Caves
Panoramic view of the Sahyadri Ranges
Trekking Grade: Moderate – Tough
Distance: 12 km approx
Weather: Winter chill at early morning and night
Terrain: Gravel, rocks, hill terrain.
Proper trekking shoes (in good condition) and full body clothing is recommended
Bookings for the trip can be made by bank transfer, Upi or cash
Please note 100% payment is required to get a confirmed booking. Account details below:
Name: Rivers and Ridges
Bank Name: Punjab National Bank
Bank account Number: 6631002100001031
Branch: Kondhwa
City: Pune
IFSC Code: PUNB0663100
Account type: Current
INCLUSIONS
• Travel and toll: Pick up and drop off from our selected pick up points.
• Meals covered on the trip: Hi-T, Dinner on day 1, morning tea packed breakfast, packed lunch on day 2.
• Mineral water for drinking throughout the trip (please carry a re-usable bottle)
• Tour guides and camp leaders all along the trip.
• Medical assistance if required.
• Stay in cottage rooms with quad stay option.
EXCLUSIONS
• Personal expenses (beverages, snacks, equipment)
• Personal medication
• Meals purchased along the road journey and Hi T and dinner on day 2.
IMPORTANT:
Please take care that you are responsible for all your belongings.
Notify us immediately in case of any medical emergency.
Anyone found under the influence of drugs or narcotics will be requested to leave the trip immediately, without any refund.
Adventure camping and outdoor sports/ recreation are purely for nature lovers and not for party groups; we respect nature and do our best to spread the awareness about wilderness preservation.
We like to keep the wildlife wild, please do not litter the forest/ sanctuary and the campsite.
Please confirm your seat by paying here.
Our account details below:
Name: Rivers and Ridges
Bank Name: Punjab National Bank
Bank account Number: 6631002100001031
Branch: Kondhwa
City: Pune
IFSC Code: PUNB0663100
Account type: Current
UP ID: riversnridges@okicici
Availability is first come first serve basis. Last day of confirming is 2 days prior to the event date, but please book your seats as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment.
For any questions, call Rohan: 7350064961.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
Thanks,
Team Rivers and Ridges.
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