Alang,Kulang And Madan Trek And Night Stay

AMK is undoubtedly one of the most demanding and considered to be one of the toughest treks in Maharashtra. If you havent done it you havent finished trekking in Maharashtra. This trek is the test of your mental & physical stamina, confidence & endurance. This massive range of trio forts provides you some of the great scenes in Maharashtra. All three forts stand high with the towering height more than 4800 ft provides scenery that you will never forget. 

Difficulty: Difficult | Endurance: High

• Alang, Madan & Kulang, situated in Kalsubai range, are one of the most difficult fort treks in Sahyadri.
• Alang (4852 ft): Alang Fort located in Nashik region. Top of the fort is huge plateau. There are two caves on the fort for staying and 11 water  Tanks.
• Madan (4841 ft): Madangad is considered to be one of the most difficult forts to climb. The area of the fort is quite small as compared to Alang and Kulang. There is one large cave on this fort and 2 water Tanks.
• Kulang (4825 Ft): Stairs To kulang Fort have been destroyed by british. There are 2-3 water tanks near these caves, out of which one has potable water. You will see the remnants of two demolished palaces behind these tanks.

If you are coming by local train then Public Transport like S.T Bus and Sharing Car(Balero) are available from Kasara Railway Station to reach Ghatghar Campsite.

Highlights :-

• Bonfire
•  Veg, Non Veg  Dinner
•  BBQ

Itinerary:- 

Ghatghar  Check-in time: 9.30 AM (Day 1)

Ghatghar Check out time: 4 PM (Day 2) 

Major Attractions-

• Adventurous Trek.
• Historical places on Alang, Madan & Kulang Forts.
• Sunrise view from AMK
• Overnight Stay in Cave
• Rock climbing
• Rappelling
• Campfire

Day 01: Arrival at  Ghatghar  & Trekking to AMK

Arrive at Ghatghar in the morning at 9.30 am by own vehicle/other means. You can reach Igatpuri or Kasara and then take local transport (state transport bus or shared jeep) to reach Ghatghar .Having own vehicle is highly advisable. Enjoy morning tea and  snacks and start your trek towards AMK base,which takes around 45 mins. Reach AMK base point and start your track,Reach atop  Alang in  approx  2 hours,lunch will be cooked by our team, have lunch and take rest for while, Sight seeing at nearby spots .Evening Tea and Snacks will be prepared and served by our team. Tents will be mounted for night stay at Alang peak  Relish the delicious BBQ along with Scrumptious homemade dinner(Veg/Non Veg) will be  served thereafter. Night stay at  tents.

 Day 2: Trekking to Kulang ,Madan and  r eturn journey to Ghatghar base point.

Wake up early in the morning,get fresh have tea and breakfast prepared by our team. Start trekking to Kulang or Madan, it will take around 2 hours to reach,Enjoy the view and  take rest for a while till the lunch is ready, have lunch take rest for a while then descend downwards towards Ghatghar Campsite.Rest for a while and leave for  Mumbai /Pune.

Major Attractions:
View of Kulang, Madan, Alang forts

Trek Itenary                    

• Day 1
  • 9:30 am Reporting at Ghatghar Campsite
  • 10:00 am Tea and Snacks
  • 10.30 am Track towards AMK base point
  • 11:00 am Reach Base Trek Point
  • 01:30 am Alang Peak and Explore
  • 02:30 pm Lunch
  • 04 .00 pm Sight seeing
  • 05.00 pm Tea Snacks
  • 9.30 pm BBQ with Dinner
  • 10.30 pm Night stay in tents
• Day 2
  • 06:00 am Wake up Call
  • 06:30 am Enjoy mesmerising view of sunrise
  • 7:30 am Breakfast & Move Towards Kulang or Madan
  • 11:00 am Reach Kulang & Explore
  • 01:00 pm Lunch and Descend from Kulang or Madan
  • 03:30 pm Reach Ghatghar Campsite  & Journey towards Mumbai/Pune with Lifelong Memories.

Inclusion: 

• Night stay in tents
• 1 Breakfast, 2 evening snacks and Tea
• 1 Dinner (Veg ,Non Veg),
• 2 Lunch
• BBQ (Veg/Non-Veg) 

Exclusion: 

• Anything not included in inclusion
• Bottled water, extra food, extra bed etc. and any other cost which is personal in nature
• Medical & Travel insurance
• Igatpuri/Kasara to Ghatghar campsite transportation or any other transportation.
• Insurance, tips, porters, bottled mineral water, aerated drinks etc. 
• Any kind of personal expenses. 
• Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above

Things to Carry: 

• • Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Driving License)
  • Comfortable Footwear
  • Water bottle (3 litres each person) Mandatory
  • Mosquito Repellent Cream
  • Extra Set of Clothes
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Waterproof Bag
  • Compulsory Torch with Extra batteries
  • Blankets or (Chaddar) and sleeping bag
  • Medicine if required
  • Portable Mobile Charger
  • Bluetooth Speakers
  • Towel
  • Torch with extra batteries
  • Some ready to eat food like- plum cakes, fruits, chocolates, biscuits, etc
  • Wind Cheater and Good trekking shoes
  • Extra pair of clothes, socks
  • Cap, Camera as Optional
  • 1 packet of electrol, enerzal, glucon-D
    Medications if required for individual
  • Avoid wearing precious ornaments on an event, if possible
  •  And a haversack or backpack to put all the above things to be carried, so hands are free to help each other while trekking. Sling bags / jholas / trolley bags etc not allowed on the event. Please pack accordingly.
    All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like road blocks, bad weather.

Amenities: 

• Security
• Parking
•  Tent Stay
• Washroom temprorary portable
• Pick up/ drop facilities (Paid)
• Expertise Fee
• First Aid Kit 

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% amount to be paid in advance to book the trip.
• If the booking is cancelled 10 days or before the event date then 50% of the booking amount will be refunded.
• If the booking is canceled 5 days before the event date then no refunds will be given.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER:

It is most essential to be fit and fine before heading for trekking.
While planning your trekking trip, it is preferable to have a medical fitness check up done.
If suffering from any kind of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heat stroke, sever headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia.
Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure,
migraine, diabetes etc should seek their physicians advice before coming.

Disclaimer: 

The tour is weather based and depends on the weather conditions.

There may be last minute alterations if weather conditions deteriorate.
Payment once done is non refundable.

Trek Leader Decision will be final. No argument will be entertained
Visionesta Events reserves the right to change/deviate/cancel the plan without any prior notice.
Participants Safety is the prime concern for us and will not compromise for the same.
Registration Form should be filled up after the registration is done, so we will have the emergency contact database.
Visionesta Events is not Responsible for any baggage or personal belonging loss/damage and participant are responsible for the same.