Raigad Pradakshina is a circular trek around the base of Raigad Fort in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. The trek is a lesser-explored path that allows trekkers to experience the fort’s fortifications, walls, and bastions from different angles.
How to reach?
Pachad Village or Raigad Paytha has located 24km away from Mahad taluka of Raigad District. From Mahad, you can take a private vehicle to reach Pachad.
You can also reach by your own vehicle. Five hours drive from Mumbai – 165 km approx. Four hours drive from Pune via Tamhini Ghat- 130 km approx. Five hours drive from Pune via Varandha Ghat- 150 km approx.
By Train: Veer Railway Station is the nearest railway station to reach Pachad. Once you can reach Veet station you can take local six-seaters to reach Mahad.
By Bus: Mahad is the nearest ST Depot to reach Mahad.
Note: We would suggest you call the respective depot or station to confirm availability if you are traveling by public transport.
Raigad Pradakshina is a sacred trek around Raigad Fort in Maharashtra, covering approximately 141 km over 3-4 days. It passes through 16 villages and several temples, including:
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Raigad Fort
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Jagadishwar Temple
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Mahad Temple
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Varandha Ghat
Best Time: June to March, avoiding heavy rains
Distance: 141 km over 3-4 days
Raigad Pradakshina itinerary:
Day 1:
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Start from Raigad Fort base village, Pachad ( approx. 10 km from Mahad)
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Visit Jagadishwar Temple
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Trek to Anandashram (approx. 12 km, 4 hours)
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Overnight stay at Anandashram
Day 2:
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Trek to Mahad Temple (approx. 15 km, 5 hours)
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Visit Mahad Temple and nearby villages
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Overnight stay at Mahad
Day 3:
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Trek to Varandha Ghat (approx. 18 km, 6 hours)
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Explore Varandha Ghat and nearby villages
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Overnight stay at Varandha Ghat
Day 4:
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Trek back to Pachad village (approx. 20 km, 7 hours)
For Raigad Pradakshina accommodations and guidance:
Raigad Pachad << accommodations and guidance
Accommodations:
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Anandashram: Simple dormitories and food available (₹200-₹500 per person)
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Mahad Temple Trust: Basic rooms and food available (₹300-₹600 per person)
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Varandha Ghat: Home stays or simple lodges available (₹500-₹1000 per person)
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Pachad village: Basic lodges or home stays available (₹300-₹600 per person)
Guidance:
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Hire local guides from Pachad village or Mahad Temple Trust (₹1000-₹2000 per day)
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Join organized groups like Raigad Pradakshina Samiti or trekking clubs (₹5000-₹10000 per person for 4 days)
Accommodations:
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Anandashram: Call +91 2145 202 045 or email anandashramraigad@gmail.com
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Mahad Temple Trust: Call +91 2145 222 333 or email mahadtempletrust@gmail.com
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Varandha Ghat Home Stays: Call +91 9561 782 845 or email varandhahome@gmail.com
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Pachad Village Lodges: Call +91 9272 922 922 or email pachadlodges@gmail.com
Guides:
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Raigad Pradakshina Samiti: Call +91 9822 444 111 or email rpsamiti@gmail.com
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Local Guides (Pachad Village): Call +91 9552 911 922 or email pachadguides@gmail.co
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Region:- Raigad Fort Natural Reserve
Duration:- 5 to 6 Hours
Grade:- Moderate
Max Altitude: – 2500 Ft.
Approx. Trekking Km: – 16 Kms.
Base Village: – Hotel Raigad Farm House, Pachad
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