Avchitgad Fort Trek

Avchitgad Fort Trek Overview

Avchitgad Fort is located near Roha city in the Raigad district, Maharashtra. Avchitgad Fort lies on the Western side of the Sahyadri Ranges in Maharashtra. The base village for the Avchitgad Killa trek is Medha and Padam Kharapti. Both villages are at a distance of around 110 km from Mumbai. And from the distance of the fort is somewhere around 145 km. Avchitgad Fort trek is a one-day trek and is considered an easy trek, which means that the trek is even suitable for beginners. People having absolutely zero experience can also go trekking in the fort.

Avchitgad Fort Information
Avchitgad Fort is a hill-type fort as it is located on the top of a hill. Avchitgad Killa has an elevation of 992 feet from sea level. This fort trek is even suited for beginners. The Avchitgad fort trek duration is just one hour from the base villages, Medha and Pingalsai. From Medha village, the most popular trekking route for this Killa, Avchitgad trek distance one way is around two kilometres. The Trek requires only one hour to complete. From Medha village, you will be climbing around 202 meters to reach the fort. You can spend your night at Kolad or Roha while on the tour. Roha is a nearby village.

Things to Carry

BanBanjara Voucher

Water bottle

Backpack

Socks

Caps

Medical kit

ID Proof

Sunscreen

Ready to eat food

Power bank

Extra batteries

Personal medications (if any)

Essential toiletries

Trekking pole

Dry Fruits and Chocolates

Hiking Shoes

Water Purification Tablets

UV Protected Sunglasses (Advisable)

Quick Drying Towel

Lightweight trekking pants

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Avchitgad Fort Trek FAQs

How can I reach Avchitgad fort by Train?

Roha and Nidi are the nearest railway stations. You are free to board a train to either of them at your convenience. After reaching the station you will easily find some local transport which will drop you off at the base village of the fort trek. The trek starts from a well located in Medha. The name of the well is Haud. You can even fill your water bottles from this spot.

What is visible from the top of the fort?

If the sky is clear and the weather is good then you will be able to see a no. of other forts from the top of Avchitgad fort. The Names of these forts are Raigad, Ghangad, Sarasgad, Talagad, Sudhagad, Telbaila, and Savashnagad.

What are some nearby attractions of Avchitgad Fort which I can visit after the Trek?

Some of the attractions you can consider visiting are a reservoir. There is a dodecagonal-shaped reservoir in the Avchitgad fort. In older times the reservoir was used as a water resource and mainly for washing and bathing purposes. There are another 6 modest tanks having some portable water, the dodecagonal-shaped reservoir. But still, I would suggest you carry your own water and food for the trek. On the top of the fort, the Pingalsai goddess is located. The main entrance gate of the Avchitgad fort is in excellent condition which makes it worth watching.

Confirmation Policy

Upon booking, the traveller will receive a confirmation voucher via email, within 24 hours.
In the special cases of slots not being available, feasible alternatives will be provided to the customer, in regards to the customer’s preference. In such cases, a new voucher would be sent via email, consisting of the new travel details.

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation made 60 days prior to the date of departure, would levy 20% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Any cancellation made 30 days prior to the date of departure, would levy 30% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Any cancellation made 15-30 days prior to the date of departure, would levy 50% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Any cancellation made 0-15 days prior to the date of departure, would levy 100% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Due to any restrictions such as sudden government policies or regulations, or unprecedented weather conditions, activities and tours may be nonoperational and be canceled.
In cases such as these, operators will attempt to cater to the traveler with an alternative that is feasible in nature. However, any refund would not be catered to.