Morgiri and Korigad Trek

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An offbeat trek in Lonavala region where the fort considered to be watchtower lies on a very huge plateau, the hike on the plateau is a very rejuvenating experience, later a steep climbing route through jungle cover and then comes steep exposed rock patches, as well as a metal ladder. At the top there is a flag post and two water tanks. Tung, Korigad, Ghangad, and many other peaks are visible from the summit.

Morgiri Trek facts:
Base village: Gevhande Apati, Lonavala
Max Elevation: 1125M
Trek Distance: 6KM
Grade: Medium
Endurance: Moderate

Korigad is a hill fort near Lonavala in Pune District. In 1657, Korigad was captured by Shivaji Maharaj as part of the along with other forts like Tung, Tikona, Lohagad, Visapur. Later in 1818 Col Prothar attacked this fort, the battle went for three days but the British blew off the storeroom of ammunition using cannon fire and the fort surrendered.

Korigad Trek facts:
Grade: Easy
Endurance: Low
Trek Distance: 4 K.M.
Location: Lonavala
Max Elevation: 923M

Experience two treks in a day, one the very least visited fort and the other one is the most famous landmark treks in Lonavala region.

Itinerary:
DAY 0:
Depart by hired vehicle from Dadar East at 11:30 PM with pickup points at Chembur, Vashi & Panvel.( Exact location will be shared with the registered participants)
DAY 1:
Reach the Morgiri fort base and rest till morning hours.
Wake-up call – 05:30 AM.
Fresh up & Breakfast – 1 hour.
Event briefing & introduction – 15 minutes.
Ascent Trek to Morigiri fort – 2 ½ hours.
Relax at the summit – 30 minutes.
Descent Trek back to the trek start point – 2 hours.
Lunch break – 1 hour.
Travel to Korigad Base – 30 minutes.
Korigad Trek – 2 hours.
Return journey from Korigad base to Mumbai – 5 hours.

Price: ₹1300
Included
✔ Transport from Mumbai by a hired Non-AC vehicle
✔ Breakfast
✔ Veg lunch
✔ Our Expertise

Excluded
✘ Evening snacks

How to Register:
Step -1: Book your seat by doing the online payment on our website or UPI/ NEFT to RamblersIndia Current Account (Share the transaction reference on WhatsApp 9137425730).

Step-2: Fill up the mandatory participation disclaimer form, which will be sent after payment confirmation.

A WhatsApp group of the registered participants will be created in the evening on the day of the event departure for travel coordination.

Checklist
What to Wear:
Trekking/ Hiking shoes with a sturdy grip.
Comfortable quick-dry full sleeve quick dry shirt/ tshirt (avoid half-sleeves).
Full-length hiking trousers (avoid shorts).
Things to Carry:
Carry a single rucksack with the following things:
Minimum 2 litres of water.
Cap/ Hat.
Food items like fruits, dry fruits, energy bars, healthy snacks.
Toiletry kit.
Extra set of clothes, an extra pair of socks, flip-flops.
Hiking pole.
Litter bag for non-biodegradable (plastic) litter.
Personal medicines.
Identity Proof.

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