Lohagad and Visapur Trek (ex-Pune)

This one day trek takes you to the sister forts of Visapur and Lohagad, and lets you explore the historic ruins there. It is a fairly easy trek, suitable for absolute beginners and is a great choice for those looking for a quick getaway from the city life. Along with the ancient forts, you'll also get to experience the brilliant greenery of the Sahyadris during the monsoon season. From the top, you'll also be greeted to the magnificent views of Pawna reservoir, Tikona Fort, and Tung Fort. You'll also get to explore caves, broken cannons, ancient carving, and several water cisterns at the forts.

Destination

Located close to Pune, Visapur and Lohagad forts offer a great experience of trekking in the Western Ghats without much challenge as the trails are well marked, and easy to navigate. The best time to trek to these two forts is during the monsoon season when the trail is surrounded by lush greenery with mossy boulders dotting the trail and small streams draining from the top, and the green hills that contrast dramatically with the grey skies - making the experience truly breathtaking.

Destination highlights

Take an easy trek to the sister forts of Visapur and Lohagad. | Explore the historic ruins of Visapur and Lohagad forts. | Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Sahyadris during monsoons. | Spend a day in the heart of nature, away from the city.

2821

3556

2047

12 kms

4 hrs

12 kms

Shivaji Nagar Railway Station

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Shivaji Nagar Railway Station

Train

Malavli Village

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06:30

21:00

You'll meet your fellow travellers and the trek leader at the Shivajinagar Railway Station at 06:30, and board the train to the base village. From the base village, you'll begin your trek to Visapur Fort which will take a couple of hours. From there, you'll trek to Lohagad fort. After exploring the fort, you'll descend back to the base village and board the train back to Pune. You'll reach Pune by 21:00 hrs. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends before nightfall.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and lunch. Breakfast will be served to you at the base village before you begin your trek, and lunch will be served to you at Visapur before you begin your trek to Lohagad.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch

Veg

Day 1 Milestone

Pune

Pune

06:30 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • Transport in train from Pune to the base village and back
  • Meals including breakfast and lunch
  • First aid kit
  • Services of an experienced trekking guide
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Any personal expenses such as extra meals, beverages, tips, etc.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Warm jacket
  • Full-length trek pants
  • Comfortable t-shirt/shirt
  • Trekking shoes (preferably with ankle support)
  • Windcheater
  • Not to wear - Expensive gadgets or jewellery

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • Transport in train from Pune to the base village, and back
  • Any technical equipment, if required

You need to get

  • Government issued ID card
  • Backpack
  • Water bottle (2 litres)
  • Insect repellent
  • Dry snacks (chocolate bars, biscuits, energy bars, dry fruits, etc.)
  • Personal toiletries including wet wipes, tissue papers, hand sanitizer, etc.
  • Light towel/napkins
  • Camera with extra battery
  • Torch with extra batteries
  • Sun-cap
  • Sunglasses
  • Extra pair of dry clothes
  • Raincoat/poncho
  • Scarf
  • Enerzyl powder or Glucon D powder
  • Personal first aid kit

Medical Kit

  • Please carry any prescribed medication and a personal first-aid kit.

Cancellation policy

If trek gets cancelled due to Police restrictions/any other unforeseen circumstances/natural calamity 40% of the amount will be refunded. Our trek leaders will try conducting some other nearby trek and make your weekend happy. 

For cancellations made more than 12 hrs before the Visapur and Lohagad trek: 70% refund.

For cancellations made less than 12 hrs before the Visapur and Lohagad trek: No refund.

In case of no show: No refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.

Rules on trip

Travellers are required to adhere to the instructions of the trek leader during the trek to Visapur and Lohagad.

Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments, and causing general disturbance.

Consumption of liquor, drugs, tobacco products and cigarettes is strictly prohibited during the trek to Visapur and Lohagad.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

Travellers will be required to bear any additional costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.

The tour operator takes utmost care to ensure safety of the travellers and shall not be held responsible for any mishap or accident during the trek to Visapur and Lohagad.