Kille Sankshi

About Sankshi

Sankshi Fort located nine kilometers from Pen, Raigad district Maharashtra, is a relatively less popular hiking destination among trekkers. Sankshi Fort Trek is a lesser-known trek among the hikers a must-visit to beat the crowds. This fort is located in the Pen taluka of Raigad, and there are plenty of rock-cut cisterns on the fort, along with a small cave. From the summit, you get to see the Karnala Fort, and Manikgad and Sagargad ranges. The fort has no gates or bastions left. You will find many stone cut water tanks meant for rainwater harvesting. You can see rock-cut small caves on the fort, and the trail to the top is adventurous due to the rock patches we climb.

A Sank king built the fort. He had a daughter named Jagamata. The king was killed in battle, his daughter committed suicide by jumping from the fort; this is the popular myth. In 1540 Nizamshah of Ahmednagar captured this fort from Gujarath’s sultan. The Sultan of Gujarat captured it back with the help of the Portuguese. Later he assumed the Nizam were counter-attacking the fort, so he handed over the fort to the Portuguese and ran away to Gujarat. Due to frequent attacks on the army by the Nizam, the Portuguese purchased the fort along with Karnala fort from Nizam.

Event Information:
Fort Height: 850 feet
Difficulty Level: Easy-Moderate
Endurance Level: Easy
District: Raigad
Region: Pen
Event Fees: Rs 999 per pax

Highlights:
Panaromic View Of Karnala / Manikgad / Sagargad ranges
Ancient Caves
Rock Cut Steps
Water Cisterns
Jagamata Idol
Old Ruins Of Dargah
Famous Badruddin Sufi Saint Mosque

Detailed Itinerary
05:30 AM Meet and greet @Borivali National Park
(Pickup points to be conveyed later)
09:00 AM Reach base village and get ready for a beautiful yet challenging trek
09:30 AM Start the trek with a basic round of introductions and instructions
10:30 AM Reach the top and explore the fort.
12:00 PM Start the descent
01:00 PM Reach base and board bus for Mumbai
04:00 PM Reach Mumbai

Inclusions:
Transportation by AC Private Vehicle.
Breakfast & Tea
Toll /Permit /Parking Fees.
Certified & Experienced Guidance of TrekMates.
Basic First Aid

Exclusions:
Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusions

Things To Carry:
● At least 2-3 liters of drinking water
● Photo ID card
● Some ready to eat food (plum cakes, biscuits)
● Jackets
● Electoral/Tang powder/Glucose-D/salt
● Cap, camera, mobiles phones, socks, extra pairs of clothes.
● Any personal medicines

Rules:
● In mountains & jungles, smoking/spraying deodorants attract honeybees and one has to face a dangerous “honeybee attack” where survival of the person is difficult, hence smoking/deodorants is strictly prohibited.
● Drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited. If found will be expelled from the group.
● The leader’s decision will be final and binding.
● Sahasi Sahyadri reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.
● Telephonic confirmation for booking is mandatory; if unable to contact us then send a text message and we will call you back.
● Please do not carry handbags or jholas or sling bags on treks.

*Refunds Or Cancellations:*
● If cancellation is done prior to 10 days of outing 75% will be refunded.
● If done prior to 5 days of outing 50% will be refunded.
● After that, no refund will be provided.
● If the event is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, participants have the option to adjust the paid amount with any forthcoming event or ask for a complete refund.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENTS

1. Please fill in the registration formalities
https://surveyheart.com/form/61bc07097f58293ce41546a1

2. Payment Modes
Google Pay / PhonePay / BHIM
9769980999 (Kiran Shinde)

3. Bank Details
Bank Name: Kotak Mahindra Bank Pvt. Ltd
Branch: Parel
Account Type: Savings
Account Number: 4711469828
IFSC Code: KKBK0000640

Feel free to contact me if there are any doubts or questions in mind
Call or Whatsapp on 9702 633 609 (Sahasi Sahyadri)

Availability is first come first serve basis. The last day of confirmation is 2 days prior to the event date, but please book your seats as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment.

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