Peb-Vikatgad Fort Trek

You'll have to catch the Neral train departing from CST at about 05:20 hrs in the morning, which will drop you off to Neral by 07:30 hrs. You'll eat breakfast here and meet the rest of the gang. By 08:00 hrs, you'll take rickshaws or public transport to Jumapatti, and will get to the start point by 10:15 hrs, where you will begin your Peb-Vikatgad trek. Trek through dense forests and climb swaying ladders to get to Vikatgad Fort. You will reach the temple at the summit by 11:15 hours. Walk around the fort, through the narrow passages and peek into the caves. After exploring the fort, descend and head back to Neral station from where you'll catch a train. The trip ends here, leaving you free to head back to Mumbai. You'll be back in Mumbai by about 21:00 hrs.

You will have to purchase your own tickets from the station closest to home to Neral station. Do buy return tickets and put them safely in your bag where they won't get wet. Breakfast will be provided for you, but you have to carry a packed lunch for yourself. By 18:30, you will be dropped off at Neral station and can return to Mumbai.