Alang-Madan-Kulang Toughest Trek of Sahyadri’s
Details
AMK Trek (Alang-Madan-Kulang)
Region: Nashik, Maharashtra
Igatpuri - Kalsubai
Base Village: Ambewadi
- Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days
- Group Size: Maximum 20 participants (excluding organizers)
- Who Can Join: Age 18+ years
- Endurance Level: High
- Difficulty: High — Not recommended for first-timers
- Total Distance per Day:
Day 1: Approx. 7 km; Day 2: Approx. 4 km; Day 3: Approx. 6 km - Max Altitude (Height of Forts):
Alang Fort: 4852 ft; Madan Fort: 4841 ft; Kulang Fort: 4822 ft
Moments from past events :
https://youtu.be/VE1GvXyY3p8?si=iQItOkwlm5V0SJY-
https://youtu.be/xFSB6sKL9i4?si=HfZKgsjgKcxo6ofs
📌Trek Itinerary
Day 0 [Thursday]:
• Board Ajanta Express (17064) train from Kacheguda at 18:40
Day 1 [Friday]:
• Reach Manmad at 08:30. Freshen-up and have some breakfast.
• Board the private bus and start towards Ambewadi (Base Village) and reach by 12:30 PM
• Basic introduction, have lunch and start trekking towards Alang.
• Reach Alang before sunset, camp set-up, have dinner and rest for the day at cave.
Day 2 [Saturday]:
• 06:30 Wake up, Breakfast, start exploring Alang fort.
• Explore Alang and have a nice view of Kalsubai(Highest peak of Maharasthra) from Alangad.
• Start Descending Alang fort & trek towards Madang fort.
• Lunch in the route.
• Need to ascend the rocky patch to reach the Madangad fort.
• Will have a nice view of both Alang and Kulang on either sides.
• Start the descent and trek towards kulang.
• Reach Kulang fort caves before the sunset, camp setting. Dinner and rest for the day.
Day 3 [Sunday]:
• 06:30: Wake up, Breakfast, explore Kulang fort.
• 09:00: Start descending, Kulang fort, reach Ambewadi and have lunch.
• 13:30: Travel towards Manmad by private bus.
• Reach Manmad before 7PM
• Board Ajanta Express (17063) at 20:50
Day 4 [Monday]:
• Reach Kacheguda by 9:30 AM.
• Tata – Bye bye.
Event Cost: ₹6800/-
To secure your spot, please make an advance payment of ₹3000/- (non-refundable).
Slots are limited and will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis only after the payment is received.
This will help us in booking train tickets for everyone.
Important: RSVPing on Meetup alone does not guarantee your spot. Payment is required to confirm your participation.
For participants who join later, if tickets are unavailable due to the waiting list, we will attempt to book Tatkal tickets a day before the journey. Additional charges may apply (Approx. 650/-) , and ticket availability is not guaranteed until confirmed.
Payment details:
PhonePe: 7013949254 (Vijay)
📌𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒:
✔️ Transportation from Hyderabad and to Hyderabad (Train Tickets)
✔️ Local transportation (Train/Bus/Tempo)
✔️ Stay - Sharing basis (camping/Caving)
✔️ Friday - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Saturday - Break Fast, Lunch, Dinner
✔️ Sunday - Breakfast, Lunch
8 times food
✔️ Climbing gear/ropes/harness etc.
✔️ First Aid Kit
✔️ Expert organisers
✔️ Club Fund
✔️ any Entry Permits
📌𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒:
❌ Other personal expenses
❌ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Things to Carry: Less Luggage, Easier Hike
Mandatory:
✔️ Photo ID
✔️ A rucksack (30-50L) with rain cover. No trolley/briefcase.
✔️ Trek shoes with extra pairs of socks.
✔️ 2-3 pairs of clothes (full sleeves preferred; no jeans).
✔️ 3 liters of water (no compromise), plate, and spoon.
✔️ Rainwear (raincoat/umbrella/all-weather jacket).
✔️ Head torch with extra batteries.
✔️ Sleeping bag/blanket.
✔️ Plastic cover to carry trash.
✔️ Toiletries: paper tissue, brush, toothpaste, sanitizer, towel.
✔️ Personal medication, if any.
✔️ A trash cover to carry your trash.
Optional:
✔️ Some snacks to eat along the hike.
✔️ ORS or Glucon-D powder.
✔️ Flip-flops to change over at night.
✔️ Power bank and charging cable.
✔️ Hat/sun cap, goggles, sunscreen.
✔️ Mosquito repellent cream.
Note: Pack everything separately in plastic bags before placing them in the rucksack as they may get wet during rains.
Important Terms🚨⚠️
- Strictly no alcohol, intoxicants, strong drinks, or smoking from the start to the end of the event.
- Firefly sightings are natural and beyond our control. Please understand if they're fewer than expected.
- All members should exercise social responsibility during treks and refrain from littering, shouting in wilderness areas, or engaging in any activities that could disrupt the natural ecology.
- All meals during the event will be vegetarian.
- This is not a luxury trip, but all care has been taken to make your trip comfortable.
- Event Hosts retain the authority to adjust the itinerary as needed, including the addition or exclusion of members, and modifications to routes, activities, timings, and durations, depending on prevailing circumstances and weather conditions.
- The Event Host's decision is final in all matters. Our primary concern is ensuring everyone's safety, and we greatly appreciate your cooperation in this regard.
- Cross-check the 'Things to carry' list and pack your bags accordingly.
By RSVPing to this event, you agree to the above terms and to sign a full disclaimer before the start of the event.
For any queries, contact (WhatsApp Preferred):
Sasikanth: 8885241042 (http://wa.me/918885241042)
Vijay: 7013949254 http://wa.me/917013949254