Overview

Major Attraction :

  • Rock cut stairs for final ascend from Samrad Route,
  • Caves at Top, Nedhe
  • 360 View from Top including AMK, Kalsubai, Katrabai, View of Bhandardhara Backwaters
  • Ancient Amruteshwar Temple

Date :15-16 July 2023 (Leaving Saturday Night)
Grade : Moderate
Cost : ₹ 1200
Highest Altitude : 4260 Feet (1297m)

Ratangad trek is an easy to moderate level trek. It takes around 4-5 hours to reach the Ratangad fort. You will have a stimulating trekking experience, and it will energize your entire mind and body. There are many routes for trekking to the Ratangad fort, and the most popular is the route from Ratanwadi village. While trekking, you will come across various caves, which visitors use for camping. You can sit with your group inside the caves and enjoy the local food.

Ratangad means Jewel Fort, and it surely justfies it's name. Ratangad can be trekked from Samrad and Ratanwadi Village, both village are famous one for the famous Sandhan Valley and another for the ancient Amruteshwar Temple. The trek has a lot to offer, starting from scenic traverse and rock cut stairs from samrad route, needle hole (nedhe at top, caves, buruj and water tanks and descend through ladder. The fort provides scenic views of Kalsubai, Alang-Madan-Kulang, Katrabai and Bhandardhara backwaters.


Key Info :

  • Trek Duration : 3 Hours ascend, 3 hours descend
  • Water Sources : Base Village
  • Washroom Facilities : Base Village (Samrad Only)
  • Technical Climb : No
  • Base Village : Samrad (Start Point) and Ratanwadi (End Point)
  • Nearby City : Igatpuri
  • Mode of Transport : Sumo from Kasara (10-12 Seater)
  • Vehicle Travel Distance : 80kms one way
  • Vehicle Travel Duration : 3 hours one way
  • Batch Size : Minimum 8, Maximum 30 Participants
  • Washroom/Changing rooms available at Base Village.

Dates:

  • 15-16 July 2023 (Leaving by Sat Night) 

Meeting Point :

  • Kasara Railway Station Ticket Window : 01:12 am
  • (After reaching meeting point, call our trek leader. Contact detail will be provided on the event day)

How to Register:

Step -1: - Send your money to the following account ---

√ Payment details:

NOTE:

  1. While online transfer, please provide your name in the notes section.
  2. Once payment is done, please send an email to [email protected] with transaction id, name, and Mobile No.

You can make payments using any of the following modes

  • UPI – 7666606704@UPI
  • Google Pay (Tez) – 7666606704
  • PhonePay - 7666606704

NEFT – Deposit the Amount into the Following Account:

  • Name: SAHYADRI RANGERS TREKS AND TOURS
  • A/c type: Current account
  • Bank: Yes Bank
  • Branch: Goregaon
  • A/C no.: 100263400000762
  • IFSC: YESB0001002

Step-2: After payment, you will be requested to fill up the Mandatory disclaimer form online where you have to fill in relevant details including full address.

Step -3: Now your participation is confirmed & Organizer will create a WhatsApp group on the day of the event for coordination, We will coordinate through SMS/ Call if the participant is not available in WhatsApp.

For Details/Bookings Drop Whatsapp: +91 7666606704

1 Night 1 Day Available on request Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
Itinerary

Tentative Schedule :

Saturday Night

Board CSMT-Kasara Fast Local (If you miss the train, you miss the event)

  • 10:50 pm : CSMT
  • 11:05 pm : Dadar
  • 11:18 pm : Ghatkopar
  • 11:30 pm : Mulund
  • 11:34 pm : Thane
  • 11:50 pm : Dombivali

Sunday

12:01 am : Kalyan
01:12 am : Kasara
01:15 am : Move towards Base Village
05:00 am : Reach Base Village and Rest in Home.
06:00 am : Breakfast
06:30 am : Start Trek after short briefing and Introduction
10:00 am : Reach the Top and Explore
11:30 am : Start Descend

02:30 pm : Reach Base Village and Have Lunch
03:00 pm : Visit Amruteshwar Temple if time permits or else Move towards Kasara
06:00 pm : Reach Kasara and Board 06:17 pm Kasara-CSMT Fast Local
08:35 pm : Reach CSMT


How to Register:

Step -1: - Send your money to the following account ---

√ Payment details:

NOTE:

  1. While online transfer, please provide your name in the notes section.
  2. Once payment is done, please send an email to [email protected] with transaction id, name, and Mobile No.

You can make payments using any of the following modes

  • UPI – 7666606704@kotak
  • Google Pay (Tez) – 7666606704
  • PhonePay - 7666606704

NEFT – Deposit the Amount into the Following Account:

  • Name: SAHYADRI RANGERS TREKS AND TOURS
  • A/c type: Current account
  • Bank: Yes Bank
  • Branch: Goregaon
  • A/C no.: 100263400000762
  • IFSC: YESB0001002

Step-2: After payment, you will be requested to fill up the Mandatory disclaimer form online where you have to fill in relevant details including full address.

Step -3: Now your participation is confirmed & Organizer will create a WhatsApp group on the day of the event for coordination, We will coordinate through SMS/ Call if the participant is not available in WhatsApp.

For Details/Bookings Drop Whatsapp: +91 7666606704


COVID Safety Guidelines

  • Each member of the group (participants/leaders/ clients & staff) wears a protective mask while interacting with each other. Do carry few unused, disposable masks.
  • It is strongly recommended to wear caps, full sleeves shirts, and full trousers and shoes for adventure activities. It reduces exposure to your body parts.
  • It should be ascertained from the participants that they are not residing / have not traveled in a containment zone and have not come in contact with any person who was tested positive in the last 14 days.
  • Ascertain whether any participant has any symptoms of Influenza-like illness (ILI) like fever, dry cough, weakness, severe body ache, etc. at the time of the beginning of the activity. If it is so then he/she should be asked not to participate actively and be evacuated on medical grounds and should be asked to report to the local health authorities with his own expenses.
  • Strictly avoid eating gutkha, pan masala, cigarette, or sniffing which induces spitting, coughing, or sneezing.
  • Avoid touching external surfaces and touching your face when outdoors.
  • If the location of your adventure activity is too crowded then be prepared to leave or wait for the crowd to disperse/for your turn.
  • It is mandatory that a participant informs the organizers if he tests positive for COVID within 14 days of returning from adventure activity. It will help the organizers to inform and alert all other persons in the group so that they can follow the medical/government norms in this regard. Here it is absolutely essential that the participant observes
    transparency and informs the organizers/group leaders about his COVID test results.

Things to Carry

  • Identity Card
  • 2 ltrs water
  • Trekking Shoes
  • Enerzyl powder or Glucon D powder
  • Snacks & biscuits
  • Extra pair of clothes
  • Clean napkin or towel
  • Rain coat/ Poncho / Wind cheater (Avoid umbrella)
  • Cap, sunglasses, scarf
  • Haversack or backpack (No sling bags)
  • Camera (optional)
  • Please carry personal medicines if any
  • Hand Sanitizer

Monsoon Safety Measures

  • Put clothes, money, camera, phone etc in polythenes while packing
  • Wear shoes with good grips
  • Use repellents to keep bugs away
  • Make note of nearest railway station, bus stop, taxi stand etc.
  • Do not stray away from your group during the trek
  • Keep family & friends informed about your whereabouts

IMPORTANT:

  • Avoid wearing precious Jewelry while trekking, as Sahyadri Rangers treks and tours won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
  • Consuming liquor or any kind of Alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed. Anybody found smoking or consuming alcoholic drinks will be expelled from the event without refund.
  • Dear Rangers, always remember SHOES are your best companion on a trek! Please wear a good pair of TREKKING SHOES and not sports or running shoes. Make sure they are durable and firm enough to withstand tough conditions. You can carry floaters to wear only after the trek is completed. Feel free to contact Trek Leader prior to the trek in case of any confusion.

Fitness & Health:

Though trekking is a fun-filled activity, it demands good amount of physical fitness. If you are under medication, please carry your medicines. During the trek, leaders will have over the counter medication for temporary treatment, so do give a heads up to them if you need any medical assistance.


Cancellation Policy:

  • 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
  • 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
  • No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date
  • Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
  • Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.
  • If Trek gets canceled we will refund "Trek Amount" only.

SAHYADRI RANGERS POLICIES :

  • Seats will be reserved only after full payment.
  • A detailed schedule of the trek will be given later to registered participants on the WhatsApp group.
  • Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule if required.
  • Organizers hold the right to cancel any event and refund with prior notice.
  • We strictly follow no alcohol, no drugs, and no litter policy.

Disclaimer: 

The tour is weather based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.


FAQ :

1- Are there any other pickup points  :

  • Yes, we have another pickup points from Mumbai (Kasara)

2- Are washrooms available during the trek?

  • No washrooms are available during the trek. 

3- Can we bring our vehicle to the base village and is parking available?

  • Parking is available in Base, Parking fee will be applicable, Car owners parks at their own risk.

4- Is Jain food available on this trek?

  • Yes

5- What are the compulsory things to carry on the trek?

  • Please carry 1-2 liters of water, rainwear, wear good trekking shoes, wear a full t-shirt and track pants.

6- Will we reach Mumbai  on the time mentioned?

  • The itinerary is the approx time during monsoon road conditions are bad there may be delay due to bus breakdown or bad weather in case the bus reaches late SR will not pay for uber or ola or taxi fare.

 

*** We recommend you to please take care while walking / climbing / Rafting / Trekking. Wearing any valuables, ornaments, jewelry, etc. is prohibited. Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking or any adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events, you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any accident or compensation in whatsoever manner. We should strictly follow the code of conduct, to avoid troubling our fellow friends or other people from our group or outside.****

Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Travel from Kasara to Base Village and Return
  • Breakfast
  • Veg Lunch (Local Thali)
  • First Aid, Guide and Expertise Charges Only

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any food/beverages during travel 
  • Personal expenses 
  • Insurance of any kind Medical, Hospitalization, evacuation and related expenses 
  • Any item not covered under inclusions
Pickup point
Directions.
Ratangad Fort, Maharashtra, India View on Map