Rajgad Fort
EasyFort Expeditions

Rajgad Fort

Gunjavane, Pune · Sahyadri, Maharashtra

2 Days

Duration

1,376 m

Altitude

Max 20

Batch Size

4.9 (342)

Rating

The Expedition

Overview

26 years the capital of the Maratha empire — sleep on its ramparts. Rajgad Fort is one of our community's favourite experiences in the Sahyadri, Maharashtra — handcrafted, small-batch and led by certified leaders, the way every adventure should be.

  • The Royal Capital: Explore the historic seat of the Maratha Empire for over two decades.
  • Sanjivani Machi Walls: Walk along unique double-layered fortified defense walls.
  • Thrilling Bale Killa Climb: Ascend the steep, ladder-assisted rock face to the fort's apex.
  • Suvela Machi & Nedhe: Witness the iconic natural rock hole (Nedhe) formed by wind erosion.
  • Padmavati Complex: Visit Padmavati Temple, Padmavati Lake, and historic stone structures.
  • Small Premium Batches: Capped at 20 trekkers for safety, quality, and personalized attention.
  • Local Maharashtrian Feasts: Fuel up with warm, authentic local meals prepared at the base village.
  • Certified Safety Standards: Led by Wilderness First Responder certified mountain guides.

Meeting point: Pune / Mumbai pickup points (shared after booking)

Know Your Mountain

The climb, graded

EasyModerateHardExtreme

720 m

Elevation gain

14 km

Trail distance

12 – 55 years

Age range

Max 20

Batch size

Fitness check: Comfortable walking for a few hours. Honest grading — ask us if unsure.

Hour by Hour

Your route plan

  1. Day 1 11:00 PM

    Departure

    Pickup from Swargate, Pune.

  2. 11:30 PM

    Departure

    Pickup from Chandani Chowk, Pune. Board private mini-bus and travel toward Gunjavane base village.

  3. Day 2 01:30 AM

    Reach the village

    Arrival at Pali village. Rest / freshen up at local homestay.

  4. 05:00 AM

    Wake-up call

    Wake-up call and registration.

  5. 05:30 AM

    Breakfast

    Enjoy warm Maharashtrian breakfast (Poha/Upma) and tea.

  6. 06:00 AM

    .

    Safety briefing and trail orientation by Lead Trek Leaders.

  7. 06:15 AM

    .

    Begin the trek under first morning light.

  8. 08:30 AM

    .

    Negotiate the ladder rock patch and enter via Pali Darwaza onto Padmavati Machi.

  9. 09:00 AM – 01:00 PM

    Exploration of Rajgad Fort

    1] Visit Padmavati Temple, Lake, and Saibai’s Tomb. 2] Ascend Bale Killa (Citadel) for 360-degree Sahyadri views. 3] Walk Suvela Machi and photograph the iconic Nedhe rock hole. 4] Traverse the double walls of Sanjivani Machi.

  10. 01:15 PM

    Back base village

    Begin descent back toward Pali base village.

  11. 03:30 PM

    Freshen up.

    Arrive at Pali village; freshen up.

  12. 04:00 PM

    Lunch

    Delicious, hot Maharashtrian lunch (Veg / Non-Veg).

  13. 05:30 PM

    Return transport

    Board return transport for Pune.

  14. 08:00 PM

    Arrival back in Pune

    Estimated arrival back in Pune

Expedition Kit

Gear & provisions

What's included

  • Transport: Private Non-AC bus travel from Pune to base village and back.
  • Meals: 1 x Breakfast with Tea, 1 x Unlimited Traditional Village Lunch (Veg/Non-Veg).
  • Trek Leadership: Certified Lead Guides & experienced local mountain support team.
  • Permits: All local village entry fees, parking, and fort permits.
  • First Aid: Comprehensive emergency first-aid kit carried on trail.

Not included

  • Personal water bottles, soft drinks, or individual snacks.
  • Personal luggage carrying services (porters).
  • Travel insurance or emergency medical evacuation expenses.
  • Any unexpected cost arising from natural delays, landslides, or road blockages.
  • Anything not explicitly listed under Inclusions.

Pack your gear

Sturdy trekking shoes with aggressive lug grip (Mandatory).Daypack (20–30 Liters) with rain cover.Minimum 3 Liters of water (Hydration bladder or durable bottles).Valid Government ID proof (Original and soft copy).Lightweight, quick-dry synthetic full-sleeve shirt and track pants.Quality rain protection (Poncho / Waterproof jacket) for monsoon treks.Change of clothes (Kept safely inside dry bags).Sun hat / cap and neck gaiter.High-calorie snacks (Nuts, dried fruit, energy bars, ORS/Glucose packets).Personal prescription medications.Sunscreen (SPF 30+), lip balm, and insect repellent.Basic personal bandage kit and hand sanitizer.Reliable LED Headlamp or Torch with fresh batteries.Power bank (10,000 mAh) and charging cables.Waterproof protective sleeves for phone and electronics.

From the Trail

Moments captured

Rajgad Fort — expedition photo 1
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Rajgad Fort — expedition photo 3
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Rajgad Fort — expedition photo 6

Meet Your Guide

Led by the best

AM

Your expedition leader

Ananta Margale

Senior Trek Leader · AMC, BMC Certified

9y

Experience

0

Treks led

“The best view comes after the climb you almost gave up on.”

Trail Verdicts

What trekkers say

4.9

Based on 342 verified adventurers

VT

Verified Trekker

Jun 2026 · Verified trekker

“Smooth pickup, small group, zero chaos. Exactly what a weekend in the mountains should feel like.”
VT

Verified Trekker

Jun 2026 · Verified trekker

“Brilliantly organised trip to Rajgad Fort. Safety-first leaders, great pace and genuinely good food. Will book again.”

Before You Ask

Good to know

The trek is rated as Moderate. It involves an elevation gain of over 720 meters, steep stone stairs, and short ladder-assisted sections near the top.

From

₹1,299/ person

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