Kokandiva Fort is on the boundary of Raigad and Pune district. The fort was used as a surveillance fort to keep an eye on the possible attack on the Raigad Fort through Ghol village side along the Mutha river. There is a cave and a few rock-cut water cisterns on the fort. From the top of this fort, one can see Fort Raigad towards South, Lingana towards South-East, and Fort Torna towards East. The two popular routes to the fort are a walk from the village of Ghol and a climb up the Kawlya Ghat from the nearby Bawlya-Kawlya villages.
- A trek that takes you through dense forest having panoramic views of popular Forts like Raigad, Torna, etc.
- Experience breathtaking views of the famous dams of Panshet and Varasgaon during the trek.
- Report at Bal Shikshan School Main Gate, Kothrud, Mayur Colony at 5:20 am sharp.
- Leave for Kokandiva Fort at 5.45 am sharp.
- Breakfast on the way and reach base village.
- Start the trek from base village. The trek duration is approximately 2-3 hours to reach the top of the fort.
- Explore the fort and have lunch.
- Start descending from the fort by 02.00 pm.
- Start return journey towards Pune.
- On the way, we will halt for tea and snacks.
- Reach Pune between 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm. (depending on traffic conditions)
What is included in the tour
- Pune to Pune transportation.
- Breakfast. (unlimited)
- Hi Tea and Snacks. (unlimited)
- Forest Permits / Entry Charges.
- Trek Leader/Guide Charges.
- First Aid Support.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Lunch.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions above.
- Any kind of personal expenses like mineral water, beverages, soft drinks, extra snacks or meals that are not included in inclusions section.
- Any insurance.
- Travel till pickup points.
- Any medical emergency or evacuations if required.
- All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather or government regulations.
- A good quality of rucksack (Pack everything in Plastic Bags to avoid getting wet)
- Minimum 2 liter water bottle.
- Trekking / Sports Shoes. (compulsory)
- T-shirt, Track pant etc.
- Rain jacket / Poncho
- Extra set of clothes, Sweater and Sandals / Flipflops (can be kept in bus)
- Torch with Extra Batteries
- ID card.
- Napkin/ Towel.
- Glucon – D OR Electrol – (Optional)
- Some snacks for the journey and trek.
- Personal Medicines (if any)
Note : Carry your Mobile, camera or any other valuables at your own risk.
Any type of addictions like tobacco, liquor, etc. is strictly prohibited.