Harishchandragad Trek via Pachnai at Kokankada 24-Aug-25

🌧️ Harishchandragad Trek via Pachnai at Kokankada
24-Aug-25 🏞️

🗓️ *Date:* 23-24 Aug 2025 (Saturday-Sunday)

🚶‍♂️ *Type:* Fort Trek

🎯 *Difficulty:* Medium – Suitable for Beginners & Solo Travelers
🕐 *Duration:* 1 Day / 1 Night

💸 *Fees:* ₹1399/- only

🚍 *Bus Route:* Sarasbagh ➡️ Shivajinagar ➡️ Nashik Phata ➡️ Bhosari ➡️ Pachnai

🚍 *Pick-up Points:*

1️⃣ *First Pick-up: Sarasbaug*

📍 Khandoba Temple, In Front of Patankar Hospital, Opp. Mahalaxmi Mandir, Sarasbaug.
🕔 05:00 AM
📌 Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/cnGv1AdzXXqUGhPq5

2️⃣ *Second Pick-up: Shivajinagar*

📍 In front of Bank of Maharashtra, Shivajinagar.
🕠 05:20 AM
📌 Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/HcQhyHNKNuS9hWGM8

3️⃣ *Third Pick-up: Nashik Phata*

📍 Below Tata Bridge, towards Bhosari direction, Nashik Phata.
🕤 05:30 AM
📌 Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/iNeSCcEJMdhbzrdz9

🔔 *Trek Schedule:*

📅 *Day 0 – 23rd Aug 2025 (Saturday)*

🚍 10:00 PM – Departure from Sarasbaug, Pune by private non-AC bus to Pachnai (base village)

📅 *Day 1 – 24th Aug 2025 (Sunday)*

🌄 4:00 AM – Reach Pachnai & freshen up
🥾 Start trek to Harishchandragad
🌫️ Reach Konkan Kada, enjoy the misty sunrise
🍽️ Breakfast with scenic views
📜 History session + Relaxation time
🔍 Explore:-
• Harishchandreshwar Temple
• Kedareshwar Cave Temple
• Pushkarni (ancient water tank)
• Ganesh Temple
• Fort Caves
⬇️ Descend back to Pachnai
🍛 Enjoy unlimited local lunch
🚍 Start return journey to Pune
🕘 9:00 PM – Reach Pune (approx.)

✅ *Inclusions:*

✔️ Travel by Private Non-AC Bus – Convenient Journey 🚍
✔️ Morning Breakfast (Limited) + Delicious Unlimited Veg Lunch 🍽️
✔️ Basic First Aid Kit – Safety First! 🩹
✔️ All Entry Fees, Forest Permits, Toll & Parking Charges 🧾
✔️ Expert Trek Leaders from *Sahyadri Trekkers* Team 🧭
✔️ Hassle-free Experience with Complete End-to-End Coordination 🔄
✔️ A Day Full of Adventure, Nature & Everlasting Memories 🌄📸

❌ *Exclusions:*

✖️ Personal snacks, water bottle, etc.
✖️ Anything not specifically listed under the *”Inclusions”* section.

🎒 *Things to Carry:*

🎒 Rucksack / Trekking Bag – light, sturdy
👟 Trekking or Sports Shoes – with good grip (No sandals or floaters)
💧 2 Liters Water Bottle – stay hydrated always
💊 Glucon-D / ORS / Personal Medicines – health first!
🥪 Dry Snacks, Fruits & Energy Bars – for instant energy
🧥 Raincoat / Poncho / Windcheater – be monsoon-ready!
🧢 Cap, Sunglasses & Sunscreen – beat the heat
👕 Extra Clothes & Towel – for a fresh change
🧼 Personal Hygiene Kit – tissues, sanitizer, etc.
📷 Camera (Optional) – capture the memories
🪪 Govt. Photo ID Proof – mandatory for verification
📱 Power Bank – keep your phone charged
🧤 Warm Clothes if required (based on location)
🗑️ Small Garbage Bag – keep the trails clean
😊 And of course… bring along your *BIG SMILE & ADVENTURE SPIRIT!* 🌟

💰 *Payment details*

📱 Google Pay @ 9960459595 (Prashant Salunkhe)

🏦 *Internet Banking*

Bank: HDFC Bank Ltd
Name: Sahyadri Trekkers
Account Number: 50200055050642
Account Type: Current
IFSC code: HDFC0001115
Branch: Karve Nagar, Pune

✅ *Seat will be confirmed only after payment*

🚫 *Cancellation Policy:*

🔁 75% refund – If cancelled more than 7 days before the event
🔁 50% refund – If cancelled 5 to 7 days before the event
🚫 No refund – If cancelled less than 3 days before the event

📞 *Call For More Info & Booking:*

Prashant Salunkhe
📱 9960459595 / 8888815015

🌧️ *Monsoon Magic Awaits You!*

🌲 *Let’s escape into nature with Sahyadri Trekkers.*