Hyderabad to Kalsubai Peak - The Everest of Maharashtra

[mit1682]

Kalsubai Peak - The Everest of Maharashtra

 

Last year after successful completion of Harishchandra gad trek, I decided to do Kalsubai terk in year 2022. This time the real challenge was taking 2 kids to this summit. But they managed very well.

 

The success of this trek goes to them.

 

 

Base Village

 

We started our journey from Sangamner (previous night we reached here from Pune) in the morning with 4 adults and 2 kids.

 

The base village was somewhat 2 hrs journey from Sangamner and we reached there by 11:00 am. After small rest we started for summit. I have already booked our stay with Mr. Jagan Khade (mobile no +91 8605963102). He was very friendly and took utmost care of us. I will highly recommend his service.

 

 

How is a josh? High sir.... High Sir.... High Sir

 

Trek starts by crossing small stre am of water which has farming land around of most of the villagers. Initial 20% of the trek is easy where you just have to cross rocks, muddy tracks and shrubs. Path for the trek is laid out so very well that it is kind of impossible to get lost. Around 2:00 PM we reached base camp. There we had our lunch in Mr. Khade’s hotel ‘Hotel Adaresh’. We then started for Summit climb to witness sunset.

 

 

Campsite

 

I would advise you to wear good quality sports/trek shoes for this trek as during rain, the path gets very slippery and needs some good grip for safety. There are various small shacks build-up by villagers throughout the trek where you can re-energize yourself but I would advise you to carry at least 2 liters of water per head and energy drinks to avoid cramps.

Once you reach around 50% of the trek comes one of the difficult parts which is climbing up an iron ladder. It is an extremely tricky part of the trek which can prove fatal. Ladders are at an angle of around 70 degrees, so you need to be extremely cautious. It took us around 2 hours to reach the camp 4. We identified place for camping and pitches our tents. Around 5 PM we decided for Summit push with Kids. After climbing last ladder we reached peak.

 

 

The view

 

 

 

The view

 

 

During short break

Hureee we officially graduated from the top of peak.

 

 

Happiness after summit climb 

 

 

Me & my trek partner

 

 

Climber family

 

At the top you have small temple of Kalsubai. The view from the top is extravagantly awesome, it just mesmerizes you in its beauty and leaves you awestruck the whole time you are at the top.

 

 

Both my partners watching sunset

 

 

Peak in the evening

 

 

Last sunset of 2021

 

After clicking some memorable photos and cherishing the beauty of Mother Nature, we decided to return to our tents just below the peak. We called it as acclimatization round. Night was terrible it was windy and temperature was around 6 deg. But somehow kids managed it.

 

 

Home for night

 

 

 

Chilling night

 

Next morning, we decided for final summit push. Being very cold myself and my brother in law decided to go to peak and others decided to rest in tents. We again climbed the peak for beautiful sunrise and here are few clicks.

 

 

 

Peak around 5 PM

 

 

First light

 

 

Gearing up to capture sunrise

 

 

Temple during sunrise

 

 

me waiting for first sunrise 2022

 

 

View from top

 

 

First sunrise of 2022

 

 

Love you Zindagi

 

 

Me & my brother in law (Chaitanya). He is a true climber and my support during this trek.

 

 

2022 & me

 

 

The peak & campsite

 

 

2022 & Aarav (my son).

 

 

Happy faces

 

We started to descend around 9:45 am. You need to be extra cautious and careful while descending as one wrong foot can be dangerous. It took us around 2 hrs to reach our base camp. We then took breakfast and again descend to base village where we had our cars parked.

 

 

Chai

 

 

During descend. 

 

 

Respect

 

Kalsubai  in Maharashtra is situated in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, Kalsubai is the most elevated point in the state, at a stunning heights of 5400 ft. above ocean level. The zone goes under Kalsubai Harishchandragad Wild-life Sanctuary and draws in countless city occupants searching for an end of the week escape out in nature! The pinnacle is appropriately called ‘Everest of Maharashtra’.

 

The folklore says that this pinnacle of Maharashtra was named after a girl named Kalsubai, who was blessed with healing abilities and would serve the villagers and the animals. She was also quite active in Village activities, which earned her respect and fame amidst all the inmates of the village. Its believed that once she went for a hike to the peak and never returned, hence in her memory the peak was named Kalsubai and the Villagers would hike to the peak regularly to take the blessings of the Kalsubai Devi. There was a small temple built at her home and the main temple was built on the peak, named as Kalsubai Temple.

 

Kalsubai also gives a sneak peek into other challenging treks like Madan, Alang, and Kulang forts. If you get clear skies on your day of the trek you may get a glimpse of other peaks known as Harishchandra gad, Harihargad, and Ratangad. If you are a seasoned trekker you may combine all the treks, you may pitch tents or ask for accommodation from the locals, they would be more than happy to host you.

 

Being one of the longest treks in Maharashtra, it's also famous among the night trekkers, who flock in here to witness the Sun God bestow his first rays on them.

How To Reach The Location Of Kalsubai Trek

 

The closest railway station to the location of Kalsubai trek in Maharashtra is Igatpuri in, which is around 19 miles from the Bari town (the base town). You can take a taxi/taxi from the station and it will take not exactly an hour to arrive at the base town. On the other hand, you can arrive at the base town legitimately by means of the street from Mumbai.

Reach Kasara Railway Station. Take nearby Taxi till base town Bari

 

By Road Mumbai – Kasara – Igatpuri – Ghoti – Bari Village

 

Kalsubai Trek from Pune By Road Pune – Sangamner – Rajur – Bhandardara – Bari

 

Nearby manages frequently go with climbers to the Kalsubai trek in Maharashtra

 

Neighborhood Villagers offer homestay and nourishment choice

 

Numerous eateries are accessible till Bari Village

 

 Kalsubai Trek Details

Area: Bari Village, Akole

Difficulty Level: Moderate

Known for: Exciting trekking trails, all-encompassing perspectives on Western Ghats, Kalsubai Temple

Altitude: 1646 meters

 

Route Of Kalsubai Trek

 

If you are looking for what route the Kalsubai trek follows then here it is. This trek in Maharashtra starts from the Hanuman Mandir, found a couple of kilometers from Bari town. The course is all around stamped and one ought not to have an issue exploring through the trail to the pinnacle. En route, there are a couple of streams to see; you can rest at the stream in the event that you wish. On parcels where there are steep slants, stepping stools have been set up to assistance trekkers. You’ll go over the stepping stools when you draw nearer to the pinnacle. Plummet back to the base can be somewhat strenuous, so take as much time as necessary descending and be mindful.

 

Best Time For Kalsubai Trek

 

Best Time to Visit Kalsubai Peak – June to August for Monsoon Trek, September to October for blooms trek, November to May night treks are prescribed. Taking the trek in monsoon is an incredible time to trek to Kalsubai, the climate is fabulous and the cool temperatures make it simpler for trekking. On the off chance that you love nature and need to watch blossoms sprouting, climb up to Kalsubai in the winter season.

1. Kalsubai trek in summer starts from from Mayand extends till June. The climate is genuinely hot during the season and it tends to be very damp for trekking.
2. Kalsubai trek in monsoon season runs from June to August. The climate is cool however conditions for trekking can be dubious. It likewise gets very blustery at the Kalsubai top in the storm.
3. Kalsubai trek in December, winters in Kalsubai start from the end of October and lasts till February. The atmosphere is astounding for open-air investigation during this season.

 

What To Pack For Kalsubai Trek

 

- 2/3 Liters of water

- Some Dry natural products/Dry Snacks/Energy Bars

- Great Torch must with an additional battery

- Trekking Shoes give more grasp and solace on the trek

- One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters

- Sun Cap and Sunscreen

- Individual First guide and Personal Medicine

- ID Proof

- It would be ideal if you wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will shield from Summer Sun/Thorns/Insects/Prickles

- Downpours are normal, so gather your sacks likewise to spare them from getting wet

- Rainwear/Poncho/Waterproof coat and so on if you are undertaking Kalsubai trek in monsoon.

 

Frequently Asked Questions About Kalsubai Trek

 

Is Kalsubai trek troublesome?

The trek is tolerably troublesome, going through lavish paddy fields, wildernesses, little streams, good countries, and rough landscapes, and takes around 3-4 hours, with short interims in the middle of, to arrive at the peak of Kalsubai.

 

Is Kalsubai Trek safe?

Is a Kalsubai trek safe in overwhelming precipitation? Truly, it’s everything safe except you simply need to avoid potential risk: First of all, it is the most elevated top in Kalsubai trek in Maharashtra so it is steep yet it has railings or iron stairs to it.

 

To what extent does it take to climb Kalsubai?

Amateurs with great wellness or standard trekkers can finish the trek in 3 hours. It will take 3 to 4 hours to finish the trek one way you ought to keep away from evening move as the Kalsubai Shikhar trek course has next to no tree spread.

 

Is Toilet Available on Kalsubai Mountain?

Not accessible at location of kalsubai trek. Arrangement for tents will be made at Villagers House – eastern style cabinet.

 

Are Kids permitted on Kalsubai trek?

Children underneath 15 with Parents supervision because of the length of Kalsubai trek.

 

Is there telephone connectivity on Kalsubai trek?

Restricted telephone network is accessible for most mobile operators and the travelers will be able to contact and keep in touch with their dear ones.

 

The other places to visit nearby Kalsubai Trek

 

The Bandardara Dam: This Dam is 12 km and is about 22 minutes away from Bari Village. Constructed on the River Pravara, you experience Nature at its best here. Surrounded by mountains and waterfalls all around. There’s Arther Lake and Wilson Dam. The place is also home to Agastyarishi Ashram which is about 24kms away from Bandardhara. It’s believed it was home to Lord Rama, who took his Diksha here.

 

Harishchandragad Fort: Being the third highest peak of Maharashtra, standing at a height of 4668 feet, this trek is mentally and physically daunting. Appearing as a Cobra head this concave cliff tilted up to eighty degrees.

 

 The Ratangad Fort: Situated at about 32 km away from Bari Village, it takes about one hour ten minutes to reach here. Believed to be constructed 400 years ago, this ancient fort stands at a height of 4225 feet in the Ratanwadi Village. Lying at the bank of lake Bhandardhara, it's covered under the Ajoba Mountain Range. It appears as a tip of the needle, hence the top of the peak is known as the "eye of the needle" or the "Nedhe".

 

Alang Madan Kulang Fort: These being the three different fort treks are considered as one of the toughest treks of the Sahyadris. Usually trekked together, the rocky patches make it difficult for them to be conquered that easily. Situated in the Nashik District near the Bhandardhara Lake, the fort Alang rises to the elevation of 4852 feet and Madan to up to 4841 feet.

 

Igatpuri: Situated in the Western Ghats of Nasik District and well connected through railways and roadways, Igatpuri can be easily accessed through the NH3. Its connectivity through railways is also pretty good. The Bhavali Dam and the waterfalls are like 11 km away from the station and take about 20 mins to reach there.  The other places of attraction in Igatpuri are Vaitarna Dam, Darna Dam, and Tringalwadi Fort, and the Internationally renowned Vipassana Meditation Centre. There’s also a famous Amruteshwar Temple of Lord Shiva that is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest Priti Kale]

Beautifully described the trek....

Kalsubai one of the lifetime best memory n climb 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[mayank]

Excellent log @mit1682.. What a way to start your new year. The skyline looks so lovely.. You must have experienced this around 4 am in the morning. Magical pictures. You surely are an inspiration to your kids in many ways.. cheers to more trips that you’d be doing this year.. 😊

[uday]

This is a perfect road trip plan. This will be my next place to visit in MH. Sunrise pictures are out of the world. Are these treks operational during monsoon?

[mit1682]

4 minutes ago, uday said:

This is a perfect road trip plan. This will be my next place to visit in MH. Sunrise pictures are out of the world. Are these treks operational during monsoon?

Yes. This peak is operational during monsoon. Little care required during climb.

[sagar]

Wow, another jewel in your sac.. What an experience this must have been.. I have done this during the month of August and it was lush green all around. Western ghats truly show up in different shades every season. What’s next in store for us? 😁Amazing story @mit1682

[balag]

Fantastic post @mit1682 I always enjoy reading your logs. Very informative. I should probably plan doing this next month. It looks like a designated paved trek path for the passers. Being a weekend, how crowded was it? 

[mit1682]

32 minutes ago, balag said:

Fantastic post @mit1682 I always enjoy reading your logs. Very informative. I should probably plan doing this next month. It looks like a designated paved trek path for the passers. Being a weekend, how crowded was it? 

Thank you ☺️. Trek route is easy to indentify. You will not find any difficulties. Weekend is mad rush. If you really wants to enjoy, weekdays are best.

[mit1682]

11 hours ago, sagar said:

Wow, another jewel in your sac.. What an experience this must have been.. I have done this during the month of August and it was lush green all around. Western ghats truly show up in different shades every season. What’s next in store for us? 😁Amazing story @mit1682

Thank you ☺️. This Trek during monsoon is like dream Trek. If everything goes well, planning AMK and Ratangad in this year.

[mit1682]

17 hours ago, Guest Priti Kale said:

Beautifully described the trek....

Kalsubai one of the lifetime best memory n climb 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

Thank you sis being part of this memorable trip. 

[Gowtham]

Fantastic trip, you shared very useful information. 

It will definitely help many of our readers to plan and execute. 

Will add this place in my todo trips. 

 

20 hours ago, mit1682 said:

Gearing up to capture sunrise

Love this picture.

Appreciate, how you are passionate about traveling and showing others how it should be done.
Kids will have lifetime memories. Hope some day they will read your log. 

 

Did you guys cary food? Is it part of package? 

 

[mit1682]

2 hours ago, Gowtham said:

Fantastic trip, you shared very useful information. 

It will definitely help many of our readers to plan and execute. 

Will add this place in my todo trips. 

 

Love this picture.

Appreciate, how you are passionate about traveling and showing others how it should be done.
Kids will have lifetime memories. Hope some day they will read your log. 

 

Did you guys cary food? Is it part of package? 

 

Wify was not in opinion to take kid to peak. But kid showed enthusiasm and promised that he will not let us down. And he proved it ☺️. We carry some snacks. But plenty of options available during trek. Not a problem for food and water.

[Guest Pavan Bandari]

Wow...very well written, keep rocking Amit ji...😊👍

[Guest Smith]

Awesome!! What a beautiful experience and rejuvenating way to start the new year’s. Loved every bit to the core ❤️

[shiva]

You refreshed my memories. Great pictures
I have been to this place during monsoon. Total hike is around 6.6 Kilometers(one way). Best hike route to Kalsubai is from base village Bari. Best time to visit in monsoon, area is lush. green. Routes to the top of the mountain are easy to identify. 

I came back on the same day. I would love to stay at the top and experience the sunrise. 

Is it suggest-able to camp on our own?

[mit1682]

8 hours ago, shiva said:

You refreshed my memories. Great pictures
I have been to this place during monsoon. Total hike is around 6.6 Kilometers(one way). Best hike route to Kalsubai is from base village Bari. Best time to visit in monsoon, area is lush. green. Routes to the top of the mountain are easy to identify. 

I came back on the same day. I would love to stay at the top and experience the sunrise. 

Is it suggest-able to camp on our own?

@shiva if you are in group then camping can be possible by your own. Yes during monsoon it is like heaven.

[sagar]

On 1/10/2022 at 9:05 AM, mit1682 said:

If everything goes well, planning AMK and Ratangad in this year.

Amazing! This could be one of the challenging treks you are going to do. Alang  Madan kulang needs atleast 2 or 3 days to trek. There will be few very difficult patches. Be watchful with your kids during this trek 

[mit1682]

1 hour ago, sagar said:

Amazing! This could be one of the challenging treks you are going to do. Alang  Madan kulang needs atleast 2 or 3 days to trek. There will be few very difficult patches. Be watchful with your kids during this trek 

Preparations are on. But this will be without my little trek partner🙂 as this will be a challenging one.

[sagar]

20 hours ago, mit1682 said:

Preparations are on. But this will be without my little trek partner🙂 as this will be a challenging one.

Nice! During which month or season are you planning to do this?