Trek to the Indomitable Forts – Salher and Salota

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Isolated from most of its kinds Salher, Salota, Mulher, Mora and Hargad are five forts in the Baglan range of mountains located in the Western Ghats. Salher and Salota being two indomitable forts with rich history and both separated by a col.

Salher is around 350 Km situated in a wonderful region of Nashik at the border of Maharashtra and Gujrat, Salher takes a pride of the highest fort in Maharashtra and the second highest peak (after Kalasubai). Often considered as a bucket list choice of most trekkers, this peak is a complete endurance test. The Dholbari range in which Salher is situated and Selbari range is the northernmost part of the Sahyadri.

Jumpstart your New Year 2023 with a thrilling experience of the Salher and Salota.

Trek Itinerary

Date: Jan 28 – Jan 29
Duration: 1N/2D

Cost: INR 3625/- per person

Inclusions: B-L-Hi-T and D (All veg meals rural North Maratha flavors)
Stay: Quad occupancy in cottage room with attached washroom, hot water for freshen up.
Double occupancy is not possible due to the limited number of rooms. 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 Salher base village Salherwadi
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
(Trek time 8 hours to cover both forts)
1:00 pm Packed Lunch (Will be served in the cave or where ever suitable)
Post lunch we prepare to head downhill to base village.
Reach base by 3:00 pm

Freshen up and Departure by 3:30 pm
Reach Pune by 11:30 pm

Highlights:
Salher and Salota fort
Parshuram temple
Water tanks
Caves
Panoramic view of the Sahyadri Ranges

Trekking Grade: Moderate – Tough
Distance: 16 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.

Things to carry:
It will be cold during the night and early morning and warm during the day so plan accordingly.
You will need full body clothing, jackets, track pants, pullovers, and sweaters make sure they are not bulky.
Min – 2 Sets of clothing.
Good hiking or sports shoes
Caps and Hats
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Hand Towel
Munchies and personal snacks
Personal medication
Camera (optional)
Binoculars (optional)
Shawl (optional)
One liter water bottle
One very good hand held torch or headlamp (no cellphone lights or emergency light tubes)
Shawl, mat or bedsheet (compulsory)

IMPORTANT:
You can leave your bags in the bus during the trek, it will be kept very safe.
Notify us immediately in case of any medical emergency.
We do not provide and encourage carrying any alcoholic drinks or substance; you will be at your own responsibility to leave the trek if found under any influence, without any refund and costs that may occur for your departure.
Adventure camping and outdoor sports/ recreation is purely for nature lovers and not for party groups; we respect nature and do our best to spread awareness about wilderness conservation.
Historic forts hold pride and valor for those who ruled there and we request you to show some respect by not indulging in any activity that will be disrespectful towards the historic figures and the present community living there.
Be sure that you are responsible for your own personal belongings
We like to keep the wildlife wild. We follow – leave no trace policy, we request you to carry your trash until we find a proper disposal bin.

Everyone has to fill out the undertaking form before joining the trip.
Kindly read our cancellation policy before making any payments.
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.
For Bookings and enquiry please contact Rohan – 7350064961.
Looking forward to seeing you all,
Team Rivers and Ridges

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