Panhala to Pavankhind Trek 28-29-Jun-25 – 27 June 2025

?️ Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Legendary Escape ⚔️

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s daring escape from the siege of Siddi Johar at Panhala Fort ?️ on a stormy night, the relentless chase by Bijapur forces ?, and the Battle of Pawankhind marked by the heroic sacrifice of Veer Baji Prabhu Deshpande and 300 brave Maratha soldiers, is truly the stuff of legends.

The 75 km-long escape route ? spans Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, from Fort Panhala to Fort Vishalgad. Pawankhind, the iconic battleground, lies 55 km from Fort Panhala. Even today, this rugged terrain ? is surrounded by remote villages and rolling hills, untouched by urbanization. ??️

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj lives on eternally in the hearts of Maharashtrians ❤️?. His legend inspires devotion like no other. The trek from Panhala to Vishalgad has become a yearly pilgrimage ? for many adventure lovers. Held in June/July/August, this trek mirrors the original historical escape on 13 July 1660, when the monsoon rains ⛈️ soaked the Sahyadris.

⚡ Flash On Trek ⚡

?️ Date: 28-29 June 2025

? Days: 2 Days
⛰️ Difficulty Level: Difficult
? Type: Hill Fort
? Height: 2772 feet
? Distance from Pune: 250 kms

? Fees: ₹ 2699/-

⏳ Trek Schedule:

? Day 0 – 27 June 2025 (Friday)

◼ 11:00 PM – Departure from Sarasbaug, Pune towards Panhala Fort ?

? Day 1 – 28 June 2025 (Saturday)

◼ 07:00 AM – Reach Panhala Fort & enjoy breakfast ?️
◼ Start trek towards Pawankhind ?
◼ En route lunch ?
◼ Evening arrival at Karpewadi ?
◼ Stay at local village homes ?
◼ Freshly cooked unlimited dinner ?
◼ Experience rural village life ?

?️ Day 2 – 29 June 2025 (Sunday)

◼ Wake-up call ☀️
◼ Freshen up & have breakfast ☕
◼ Resume trek towards Pawankhind
◼ Reach Pawankhind, experience the historic battlefield ?️
◼ Enjoy freshly cooked unlimited lunch ?
◼ Return journey to Pune ?
◼ 11:00 PM – Arrival at Pune

✅ What’s Included:

✔️ Trek management by Sahyadri Trekkers with safety protocols
✔️ Travel by private non-AC bus ?
✔️ Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunche & 1 Dinner ?
✔️ First-aid kit ?
✔️ Entry charges, toll, and permissions ?️

❌ Fees Exclude:

✘ Personal snacks, drinks, water bottles ?
✘ Anything not mentioned in inclusions

? What to Bring:

? Rucksack/Trekking bag
? Trekking or good quality sports shoes (No sandals/floaters)
? 2 Litres water bottle
?️ Sleeping Bag/Mat/Shawl
⚕️ Glucon-D / Personal medicines
? Snacks
? Sweater/Raincoat
? Torch
? Camera (optional)
? Cap, ?️ Sunglasses, ☀️ Sunscreen, ? Moisturizer
? Extra pair of clothes
? Identity Proof
? And most importantly – A BIG SMILE! ?

? Payment Details

? Google Pay: 9960459595

? Bank Transfer:

Bank: HDFC Bank Ltd
Name: Sahyadri Trekkers
A/C No.: 50200055050642
Type: Current
IFSC: 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 days before the event
? No refund – if cancelled less than 3 days before the event
?️ In case of weather issues or local restrictions, refunds will not be applicable

? For More Info / Bookings:

? Prashant Salunkhe: 9960459595 / 8888815015

? See you in the mountains! ⛰️

? Har Har Mahadev! ?