Rajgad to Torna Range Trek

Embark on a two-day trek to explore the most renowned forts in the history of the Maratha Kingdom: Rajgad and Torna forts. Our journey begins from Pali/Gunjavane village, covering all the key points of Rajgad fort. We will descend via Sanjeevani Machi to the base, where we will camp in tents. On the second day, we will continue the trek towards Torna fort, concluding at Velhe village.
During the trek, you only need to carry water and snacks in a small backpack, leaving all other belongings in the vehicle.

Rajgad, the royal fort of Maharashtra, served as the first capital of the Maratha Empire under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for nearly 26 years before he moved the capital to Raigad Fort. The fort's base has a diameter of 40 km, making it challenging to besiege and enhancing its strategic importance.
Highest Elevation: 1374m, Grade: Moderate.

Torna is among the highest hill forts in Maharashtra and presents a moderate climbing challenge. Shri Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj captured it in 1643 at the age of 16 and renamed it Prachandagad, meaning 'Massive Fort.'
Highest Elevation: 1405m, Grade: Moderate.

Trek facts:

• Grade: Moderate
• Endurance: High
• Total trek distance: 30KM. approx.
• Max Elevation: 1405 M
• Start point: Gunjavane
• End Point: Velhe village

Highlights:

• Historical forts of Maratha kingdom.
• The trail from Rajgad to Torna.
• Camping

Itinerary:
DAY 0:

• Depart by hired vehicle from Dadar East, Mumbai at 11:00 PM with pickup points at Chembur, Vashi, Panvel & Pune ( exact locations will be shared with the registered participants).

DAY1:

• Reach base village - 05:30 AM.
• Fresh up & Breakfast - 45 min.
• Event briefing - 15 minutes.
• Ascend trek to Padmavati machi at Rajgad - 2 hours approx.
• Explore Balekilla and Suvela Machi and - 4 hours.
• Lunch break at Padmavati machi- 1 hour.
• Descend trek to the Palkhind via Sanjeevani Machi. - 2 ½ hours.
• Camp near Palkhind in Tents or Villagers Home.
• Relax time - 2 hours.
• Dinner break - 1 hour.
• Rest for the day.

DAY 2:

• Wakeup call - 5:30 a.m.
• Fresh up & breakfast - 1 hour.
• Ascent trek to Torna fort via Budhla machi - 4 hours approx.
• Explore Torna fort - 2 hours.
• Descend towards Velhe village - 2 hours approx.
• Lunch break at Velhe village - 1 hour.
• Return journey from Velhe to Pune/ Mumbai - 4 hours/ 7 hours approx.

From Mumbai, Price: ₹2900

• Inclusive of transport from Mumbai by hired NON-AC vehicle
• Breakfast, Veg Lunch, Veg dinner, camping in tents on DAY1
• Breakfast, lunch on DAY2
• Entry fee & our expertise.

From Pune, Price: ₹2600

• Inclusive of transport from Pune by hired NON-AC vehicle
• Breakfast, Veg Lunch, Veg dinner, camping in tents on DAY1
• Breakfast, lunch on DAY2
• Entry fee & our expertise.

Registration Process:
Step 1: Book Your Seat

• Visit the event website https://www.ramblersindia.com/event-info/r2t1 and book your seat by completing the registration process.

Step 2: Fill Mandatory Disclaimer Form

• After payment confirmation, participants will receive a participation disclaimer form.
• Fill up the form accurately to provide necessary information.
• Compliance with the disclaimer is mandatory for participation.

Step 3: WhatsApp Group Creation

• A WhatsApp group will be created in the evening on the day of the trek departure.
• All registered participants will be added to the group.
• This group serves as a platform for communication, updates, and coordination among participants.

Excluded: snacks break during travel, anything other than mentioned above, or any personal expenses.

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