Chandragad Fort Trek from Pune & Kolhapur

Explore a lesser-frequented corner of the Sahyadris, where a hill fort overlooks a landscape shaped by rugged ridges, deep valleys and historic mountain routes.

Chandragad Fort offers an opportunity to look beyond the summit and explore the relationship between a fort, its surrounding landscape and the history of the region. Discover the surviving fort remains, rock-cut water cisterns and the stories associated with this historic corner of the Sahyadris.

Join Prawasvede for a winter trek that combines walking, exploration and storytelling. Travel overnight to Dhavale village, trek to Chandragad Fort, explore the site and return to the base for lunch before beginning the journey home.

At Prawasvede, the idea is simple: walk the landscape, understand its stories and leave its natural and historical character undisturbed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is Chandragad Fort located?

Chandragad Fort is in Maharashtra and is approached for this trek from Dhavale village in the Poladpur area. The exact meeting point and approach route will be shared with registered participants.

2. How long does the Chandragad Fort Trek take?

The proposed ascent is approximately 2–2.5 hours. The total walking time depends on the verified route, trail conditions, rest breaks and group pace. The final itinerary will provide the expected ascent and descent timings.

3. What is the difficulty level of Chandragad Fort Trek?

The proposed difficulty is Easy to Moderate, subject to route verification. Participants should be comfortable walking for several hours on uneven terrain and managing both an ascent and descent.

4. What can we see at Chandragad Fort?

The fort is associated with surviving fort remains, rock-cut water cisterns and views of the surrounding Sahyadri landscape. The features accessible to the group will depend on the route and current conditions.

5. Is this the Arthur's Seat–Chandragad range trek?

No. This event is planned as a standalone Chandragad Fort trek approached from Dhavale village. The longer Arthur's Seat–Chandragad range trek is a separate itinerary.

6. Can beginners join the trek?

Beginners may be able to join if they meet the final fitness and eligibility requirements and are comfortable walking on uneven terrain for several hours. Please review the confirmed difficulty rating before booking.

7. Are departures available from Pune and Kolhapur?

The event is planned with departures from both Pune and Kolhapur. Confirmed departure times, pickup points and transport details will be listed with the booking information.

8. Are breakfast and lunch included?

Breakfast before the trek and lunch after the descent are planned as part of the itinerary. Please refer to the final inclusions to confirm which meals are covered by the ticket price.

9. Are permissions required for Chandragad Fort?

Access requirements and any applicable permission or fee will be checked before the event. Confirmed information will be included in the final event details.

10. What happens if weather or trail conditions are unsafe?

The trek leader may modify the route or stop the trek if conditions are considered unsafe. Please review Prawasvede's Cancellation Policy for the applicable terms regarding changes, postponements and cancellations.