Overview

Asawa Fort Trek


Grade: Easy |  Endurance: Easy

Fort Base village: Baripada

Fort trek difficulty level: Easy
Fort height: 2400 feet (730 meters) above sea level
Fort trek duration: 2-3 hours
Fort from Mumbai: 110 km by road
Fort from Pune: 240 km by road

 

Description:

Situated in Palghar, this small fort was built to guard the areas of Dahanu and Palghar. It has two routes to go to the top; one of them is relatively easy. The top is round about 1070 feet after you pass through a carpet of green and few thick forest patches. On the top, there are two water tanks and few fortified remains. Let the views sink in, with Tandulwadi and Kaldurg forts to the north and south respectively.

 

 

16 Hours Available on request Dandi, Maharashtra
Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary:

  • Board 5:17 DAHANU FAST LOCAL From Churchgate 

Timings

5:17 am - Churchgate

5:27 am - Mumbai Central

5:34 am - Dadar

5:39 am - Bandra

5:47 am - Andheri
5:59 am - Borivali

6:11 am - Bhyander

6:21 am - Vasai 

6:51 am - Saphale

7:29 am - Boisar

You can Also refer to M indicator for detailed timings 

 

07:45 am     Pick up from Boisar Railway Station
08:30 am     Reach on the base village
08:45 am     Breakfast and Introduction round
09:15 am     Start the trek
11:00 am     Reach the top and explore fort
12:00 pm     Start descend
02:00 pm     Reach Base Village and have lunch
03:30 pm     Start return journey
04:00 pm     Reach Boisar Station 

08:00 pm     Reach home with happy memories

 


Monsoon Safety Measures

  • Put clothes, money, camera, phone etc in polythenes while packing
  • Wear shoes with good grips
  • Use repellents to keep bugs away
  • Make note of nearest railway station, bus stop, taxi stand etc.
  • Do not stray away from your group during the trek
  • Keep family & friends informed about your whereabouts

 

IMPORTANT:

  • Avoid wearing precious Jewelry while trekking, as Trikon won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
  • Consuming liquor or any kind of Alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed. Anybody found smoking or consuming alcoholic drinks will be expelled from the event without refund.
  • Dear Trikoners, always remember SHOES are your best companion on a trek! Please wear a good pair of TREKKING SHOES and not sports or running shoes. Make sure they are durable and firm enough to withstand tough conditions. You can carry floaters to wear only after the trek is completed. Feel free to contact Trikoner buddies prior to the trek in case of any confusion.

Fitness & Health:

Though trekking is a fun-filled activity, it demands good amount of physical fitness. If you are under medication, please carry your medicines. During the trek, leaders will have over the counter medication for temporary treatment, so do give a heads up to them if you need any medical assistance.

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Local Transport traveling from Boisar to Boisar 
  • Food: Breakfast & veg Lunch
  • Trikon Trekking Expertise Charges
  • 5% GST

 

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any personal expenses such as soft drinks etc.
  • Anything other than above mentioned inclusion

 

Highlights
  • View of the confluence of Surya and Vaitarna River
  • Beautiful view of Kaldurg and Tandulwadi Forts
  • Dip into the cave pool in Ganesh Gufa
Pickup point
Boisar railway station east, Dandi Pada Road, Dandi, Boisar, Maharashtra, India View on Map