Adventure Geek invites you to Kalsubai Trek
Kalsubai is also knowns as the Highest peak in Maharashtra. Kalsubai trekking from Mumbai every weekend. At the summit is a small temple of Kalsubai, which can seat just three people. This being the highest kalsubai peak, it commands a beautiful view. The vastly spread out backwaters of Bhandardara attract one's attention from the top. To the north of the mountain range forts such as Ramsey, Harihargad, Brahmagiri, Anjaneri, Ghargad, Bahula, Tringalwadi, and Kavnai can be seen. To the east one can spot Aundha, Vishramgad, and Bitangad, to the west Alang, Madangad, Kulang, Ratangad (southwest), and to the south Padhargad, Ghanchakkar, Harishchandragad can be seen.
Kalsubai Shikar is Located in the Igatpuri region.
We have the Kalsubai trek from Mumbai and Pune.
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- Batch Size 17-25 Only
- Witnessing Sunrise from the highest point in Maharashtra.
- Crazy winds
- Steel ladders
- Kalsubai Mata temple.
- View of Bhandardara backwaters
Kalsubai Monsoon Trek From Mumbai 2024
- Every Weekend From Mumbai by Ac Bus
- Friendly and Less Crowded
Trek Details:
- Trek Trail: Hiking
- Base Village: Bari Village
- Trek Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
- Trek Endurance: Medium/ Average
- Trek Duration: 6 - 8 hrs (both sides)
- Best Time: Throughout the year
- Distance from Mumbai: 160 km
Itinerary
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Day 01:
Catch Kasara local from CST on Saturday at 9.32 PM
09:32 PM - CST
09:40 PM - Byculla
09: 50 PM - Dadar
10:00 PM - Kurla
10:06 PM - Ghatkopar
10:22 PM - Mulund
10:27 PM - Thane
10:50 PM - Dombivali
11:01 PM - Kalyan
12:11 AM - Kasara
12:30 AM - Meet Leader at Kasara Ticket Counter and take a private vehicle to the base village of Kalsubai Peak
02:00 AM - Halt in the middle before Kasara ghat for fresh n Up
04:30 AM - Reach Bari village base village of Kalsubai Trek and wait for Sunrise - 06:00 am - Good Morning, Freshen up and have breakfast
- 07:00 am - Introduction round and start to Ascend towards Kalsubai Peak.
- 10:00 am - Reach the top and explore
- 11:00 am - Start Descending
- 02:00 pm - Reach Base Village and have Lunch.
- 04:00 pm - Start Return Journey Toward Mumbai
- 08:00 pm - Reach Mumbai (Depends upon the traffic)
Booking Procedure:
- Click on the "BOOK NOW" button.
- Select your date & proceed.
- Select the Number of TIckets. (If you have a coupon code, apply at this stage)
- Fill in our personal details and proceed.
- Select your payment type (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card) and proceed.
- Once your tickets are booked, you will receive a confirmation email and WhatsApp on your Number
- WhatsApp group will Make and will add you in the Group one day prior to the Departure
- Further details about the trip will be shared on that WhatsApp group 1 day prior to the trip.
Step -1: - Send your money to the following account ---
√ Payment details:
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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 your complete address.
Step -3: Now your participation is confirmed the organizer will create a WhatsApp group on the event day for coordination, We will coordinate through SMS/ Call if the participant is not available in WhatsApp.
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FAQ Kalsubai Monsoon Trek
From where do you start Kalsubai Monsoon Trek in Mumbai?
We Start our bus from Borivali, But we have pickup from any location.
Is it Safe to Trek in the Monsoon here?
Yes, Kalsubai Trek is Safe and we are regular trekkers on that route.
About Kalsubai Temple?
Kalsubai Summit is home to the divine Kalsubai temple of a local goddess. The priest performs prayers every Thursday and Tuesday at the temple. During the Navratri Festival, locals visit the deity in thousands. Beautiful fair created for the devotees with locals installing stalls near the peak. You can buy pooja supplies, snacks, and water bottles. Kalsubai temple is also available when you start the trek a few minutes into your hike — built for Devotees who struggle to climb to the summit. Kalsubai trek distance from the base village is 5.5 km one way. Kalsubai trek time taken one way will be 3 to 4 hours.
Do you provide pick-up and drop service from Mumbai or Pune for Kalsubai Trek?
Yes, we have picked up from Borivali, Dadar for Mumbai Trekkers, and Swargate for Pune trekkers. During the winter and summer seasons, we go by train. Train Schedule and other itinerary are there on our other event where trekkers need to reach Kasara railway station and Meet our Guide.
What is the Kalsubai Trek batch size regularly?
Usually, the Kalsubai trek group has 10 - 40 people which comprises women, men, children, and solo travelers. We send trek leaders as per the batch size to make sure you enjoy your trek and receive proper guidance whenever needed. The bigger the group more the fun, our trek leader engages with trekkers and travelers to keep the group motivated.
I am a Female traveler or Solo traveler can I join Kalsubai Monsoon Trek?
The Kalsubai Trekking route is very safe for female trekkers, locals are very friendly. Leaders will take care of your safety.
Do Solo Travellers females signup for these events?
Many Solo traveling females join our events. We also send female trek leaders whenever possible and are available to lead. We have 60 - 40 % or more Male - Female ratios at our events.
Is the Toilet Available on Kalsubai Trek?
Yes, Available at the base of Kalsubai. During the trek, toilets are not available on Kalsubai Fort Trek. You will need to go in the open or Behind the Shades. Water is scarce so English toilets are not available.
Are Kids allowed on the Kalsubai trek?
Kids below 15 with Parents' supervision only. We have had 4.5 years old kids complete the trek with their parents
Many kids love to go on trekking. Adventure Geek like kids on treks.
What type of food will be provided?
Depending on your preference Veg-NonVeg/ Jain food(Need to let us know in Advance ) will be provided at the local Villagers House. This food is home-cooked. On top, we provide breakfast Poha and Tea unlimited.
Distance from Mumbai Kalsubai Trek - the highest peak in Maharashtra?
Five hours drive from Mumbai - 160 km approx. The road is under repair in certain and in bad condition. After you enter Ighatpuri mobile network is not available for most parts of your journey.
Distance from Pune Kalsubai, Igatpuri - the highest peak in Maharashtra?
Four-Five hours drive from Pune - 170 km approx.
The number of days required for Kalsubai trekking?
Normally it takes 8-10 hours to complete the Kalsubai Trek. Depending upon the speed of the trekker
During monsoon, we start the trek early morning due to dense fog covering the peak.
During winter and summer, we do the Monsoon trek so we start at midnight and reach early in the morning to see the sunrise from the summit of Kalsubai.
Where can we park our cars near the Kalsubai Maharashtra trek?
Base Village at your own risk. Locals might ask for parking fees.
Do sleeping bags Required for Kalsubai Trekking?
No. For a day trek, you don't require Sleeping Bag.
Phone Connectivity?
Limited phone connectivity available for most cellular services
Where will we stay?
No stay is required for this event. We will only stop at the base village for some time for introduction and instruction to be given by the trek leader.
Is cash payment or spot payment accepted?
Cash payment is not accepted
Registration against 100% upfront payment only via Paytm / UPI / NEFT / IMPS / Payment Getaway on the spot payment not accepted.
We need to book an advance bus/jeep and make other arrangements upfront payment is a must.
Will, I get bottled water?
Normal well water shall be provided. Villagers now sell bottled water on the route on weekends. Please carry a reusable water bottle it helps in reducing waste on the route of Kalsubai
Can I charge my phone?
No electricity. Please carry a power bank if required.
How is the Kalsubai weather now?
Summer Temperature Night 17- Day 39°C approx. It is incredibly windy at the summit and cold.
Monsoon rains very heavily please double pack your expensive phones and gadgets
The winter temperature is 10 to 20 degrees and very windy please carry a windproof jacket for the summit.
Can we smoke or drink alcohol?
People caught smoking or drinking alcohol will be asked to exit the event on an immediate basis.
Kalsubai Peak and the trekking route is sacred to all Maharashtrians anyone caught smoking or consuming alcohol will be at the mercy of local
Please enjoy the sound of nature on the trek.
Trek leaders keep giving instructions throughout the trek you will miss important communication if listening to music.
Kalsubai Shikkar from Mumbai?
During the monsoon, we arrange the Kalsubai trek from Mumbai and Thane via a private bus. After the monsoon, we arrange Kalsubai Monsoon Trek from Kasara Railway Station.
Kalsubai trek from Pune?
During the monsoon, we arrange a Kalsubai trek from Pune via a private bus. After the monsoon, we arrange Kalsubai Monsoon Trek from Kasara Railway Station.
Kalsubai trek Height?
Kalsubai Peak is also known as the Everest of Maharashtra. Kalsubai is the highest in peak Maharashtra. Kalsubai Shikhar is located at 5400 Feet above sea level.
Kalsubai hill Station?
Kalsubai Shikhar is located at Bhandardara, Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary. The weather is pleasant and it offers beautiful views of Wilson Dam, Bhandardara Lake, Ghatghar Dam, Sahyadri forts, and Deep valleys. Plans have been discussed to convert Kalsubai into a hill station with a ropeway. Bhandardara to Kalsubai peak, we can arrange for Bhandardara camping and Kalsubai camping together as a custom event for large groups.
Kalsubai trek from Mumbai by train? How to reach Kalsubai?
We shared the train timings for Kasara Train on the central railway in the itinerary. Our Trek Leaders will meet you at Kasara Railway Station. You will now proceed to the base village in Local jeeps. Trek will start at Bari Village. After the trek participant will be dropped back at Kasara Railway Station. You can now proceed to Mumbai or Pune using local trains. Cst to Kasara Railway Station ticket will cost Rs 60 for the return ticket.
What is the Kalsubai Trek batch size regularly?
Usually, each Kalsubai Monsoon trek group has 10 - 40 people which comprises women, men, children, and solo travelers. We send trek leaders as per the batch size to make sure you enjoy your trek and receive proper guidance whenever needed. The bigger the group more the fun, our trek leader engages with trekkers and travelers to keep the group motivated. Kalsubai Shikhar's video is available in the photo gallery you can watch it to understand more about the trek.
How to go Kalsubai from Mumbai?
The meeting point for this trek will be at SGNP, Borivali East, and Pritam Hotel, Dadar East. We have mentioned the timing in the itinerary. Kindly board accordingly. Our trek leader will meet you at the Bus. From here we will move towards the base village of Kalsubai Trek Mumbai to Kalsubai is well marked on Google Maps.
How to go Kalsubai from Pune?
By train, you need to reach Kalyan Railway Station and board Kasara Local from Kalyan. Or You can drive to Bari Village we will provide you with navigation details you can follow to reach Bari Village. It will take a good five hours to reach Bari Village the starting point of the Kalsubai Trek. Kalsubai Pune road's last 60 km is not in good condition.
Kalsubai Map - Drive Through Map?
Please refer to google maps or Google Earth. We will send you the Google Maps navigation link after your booking is completed. You can follow the navigation to reach Bari Village which is the starting point for the Kalsubai trek in Maharashtra. Mount Kalsubai Bhandardara cannot be reached by car you will have to hike the last 5.5 km uphill.
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What is included in the tour
- Private transport from Borivali/Sion to the base of Kalsubai Peak and Back
- Breakfast and lunch
- First Aid Kit
- Forest entry charges
- Adventure Geek Expertise
What is NOT included in the tour
- Anything not mentioned in above inclusion list.
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- Identity proof (must)
- Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
- A bottle of water (at least 2 Ltrs) Compulsory
- TORCH with extra batteries Cap, etc.
- Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
- Camera(Optional)
- A good trekking shoes, extra pair of floaters, extra clothes.
- A haversack to put in all the things to be carried so that one has ones hands free while trekking.
- Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
- Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
- No Smoking, tobacco, and alcohol
- This is an outdoor tour. All the activities & programs carry an amount of risk of injury and you are aware that outdoor activities have an inherent risk of personal injury.
– You are joining an outdoor activity where any incident, reasons beyond control like Natural calamities, landslides, bad road conditions, riots, political uncertainty, public transport failure, etc.; Man-Made calamities, Vehicle breakdown, vehicle dysfunction can happen & you agree that the organizer/leader shall not be held responsible for any accident, mishap (including death) caused by any circumstances.
– Adventure Geek reserves all rights to modify/change the camp/ program and abort the event and Adventure Geek will not be liable to refund booking charges in such a case.
- Adventure Geek reserves all right to call off the on-going event when such circumstances arise, and it shall not be responsible for any refund henceforth.
- Cancellation within 24 hours of payment is 100% refundable. (Not applicable on payments made before or less than 36 hours before the event. Only 20% will be refunded in this case.)
- If cancellation is done prior to 10 days of the outing 90% refundable.
- If cancellation is done prior to 6 days of the outing 60% will be refunded.
- If done prior to 3 days of outing 30% will be refunded
- After that, no refund will be provided.
