Sondai Fort One day Trek

Day 1 : Saturday

Pickup Points & Timings (Mumbai to Navi Mumbai Route)

• 05:00 am – Meet at Borivali National Park main gate. 
• 05:15 am – Depart for the Sondai Fort trek.
• 05:20 am – Pickup at Virwani Bus Stop, Goregaon. 
• 05:30 am – Pickup at Gundavali Bus Stop, Andheri East. 
• 05:40 am – Pickup at Kalanagar Bus Stop, Bandra. 
• 06:00 am – Pickup at Chedda Nagar, Ghatkopar
• 06:25 am – Pickup at Vashi Plaza, Navi Mumbai. 
• 06:55 am – Pickup at McDonald's, Kalamboli. 

• 07:30 am – Arrive at the Sondai Fort trek base and begin the adventure. Soak in scenic views of the Morbe Dam and the Matheran range. Enjoy breakfast before the climb.
• 08:00 am – Sondai Fort trek begins, with regular halts for refreshments and rest.
• 09:30 am – Reach the summit of Sondai Fort. Explore the historical ruins, ancient temple, rock-cut caves, and water cisterns, and take in the panoramic Sahyadri vistas. Capture memorable photographs.
• 10:15 am – Begin the descent toward the base village. On the way down, click pictures against the stunning Morbe Dam backdrop, with Karnala Fort and Irshalgad Fort visible in the distance. The region also connects to famous Matheran hiking routes like One Tree Hill and Garbett Plateau.
• 11:45 am – Reach the base village and conclude the Sondai Fort trek.
• 12:30 pm – Begin the return journey to Mumbai. Halt en route for a delicious lunch at a local eatery (lunch expense on your own).
• 06:00 pm – Approximate arrival back in Mumbai.

Things to Carry

• 2/3 liters of water.
• Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek.
• One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters.
• Good Torch must with extra battery. (Must)
• Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.
• Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.
• Sun Cap and Sunscreen.
• Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.
• Identity Proof.
• Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.

Cancellation Policy and Charges

• 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 
• No show No Refund.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another person against cancellation.
• If the event gets canceled we will refund "Trek Amount" only.
• If the event is canceled due to any natural calamity, political unrest or other such reasons beyond our control the same cancellation policy will apply.
• Refunds won't be issued if you cannot attend the event due to heavy rains, floods, traffic jams, car breakdowns or a personal medical emergency.
• Your booking cannot be shifted to another date if you cannot attend the event due to heavy rains, floods, traffic jams, car breakdowns, or a personal medical emergency.
• If your area is prone to flooding, traveling from a flooded area, heavy traffic, heavy rains, missing the train, or any other reason, if you cannot attend the event, we won't issue a refund or shift you to another date.
• Management won't be held responsible if you are stuck due to heavy rains, traffic jams, personal emergencies or floods during the event.
• If you are bringing kids, please understand the possibility of getting stuck or delayed. You might have to stay back due to heavy rains, floods, bus breakdowns, and rush at the trekking destination. We won't be able to refund or shift you to another date. You will have to wait it out till the weather clears.
• Due to bad weather, floods, sudden changes in government rules, and overcrowding at the destination trek, the organizer has the right to change the trekking destination.
• During the trek , due to any circumstances seen or unseen trek leader has the right to cancel the trek for safety reason. No refund shall be issued.

SAHYADRI RANGERS Event Rules

• Kindly carry one Identity proof, at least for the trek with your address.
• We all are going for an adventurous and exciting trekking expedition; please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR.
• The leader's decision will be final, and all the members should abide by it.
• We do not destroy or dirty the archaeological, historical monuments, natural habitat on the trek.
• Swimming is not allowed in the lake or water tank on the forts. Locals use that water for drinking.
• Putting your feet in water tanks or on the canon is not allowed on our treks.
• Any addiction is strictly prohibited, e.g. drinking, smoking, chewing tobacco anyone caught doing it will have to exit the trek without a refund and travel back on own expense.
• People caught smoking or drinking alcohol will be asked to exit the event on an immediate basis.
• Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any liability for the same.
• 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 trekkers or other people from our group or outside.
• Listening to music on earphones or Bluetooth speakers is not allowed while trekking.
• Bluetooth speaker not allowed inside the homestay or camping tents.
• Drinking/smoking,/eating is not allowed inside the tents.
• If you damage the tent, break the tent poles, you will have to pay us for the whole new tent on MRP.
• If you are late for the bus pickup and are not reachable on the phone during your bus pickup, the trek leader will leave without you, and we will provide no refund.
• Please check things to carry and wear trekking shoes on our treks.