Raigad Trek

Fort Name: Raigad
Fort Height: 4400ft
Type: Hill forts
District: Raigad
Grade: Easy

Raigad is one of the most important forts in the history of Marathas, being the first capital of independent Marathi kingdom or “Hindavi Swarajya”. Graded as the most secured and most appropriate location by the King himself, the fort stands proudly showing the strength of the Maratha Empire. The fort is surrounded on its north and east by Kaal River, and Gandhari River flows from its west side. Fort Lingana is situated to the east side and Kokandiva to the north. If the skies are clear, we can see Rajgad-Torna on the east and Pratapgad, Vasota and Makarandagad on the south.

History :

Raigad was known as the mountain of “Rairi” before it was captured by Shivaji Maharaj. Due to its impregnability, Raigad was known as “Gibraltar of East”. The fort was called by 15 different names by different people at different times.

Fascinating spots :

Jijamata’s Palace at Pachad
Hatti Talao
Palkhi Darwaja
Queens Palace
Rajbhawan
Rajsabha
Mena Darwaja
Bajarpeth (Market)
Takmak Point
Jagdishwar Temple
Hirkani Point

Things to Carry

Minimum 2+ ltrs of Water
Munching Items: Dry Fruits, Chocolates or Energy Bars.
Good quality trekking Shoes
Hand Sanitizer, mask
Smartphone or Compact Camera
Power bank
Rainy season jacket/poncho/ umbrella
Pair of dry cloths.
Necessary medicines (if any)
ORS, Glucon-D
Few old news papers
Torch / Emergency Light

Trek Time
2 Hrs climb (and 20 minutes by rope-way – Not part of the trek)

Group Size
Approx15

Other logistics would be sent on WhatsApp group of all confirmed participants!

Do’s

Keep the forts clean. If you find some plastic bottles or any trash that is non-degradable, carry it in a bag and then dump it in our city dustbins.
Wear clothes that are comfortable. Avoid jeans in rainy season.
Walk, don’t run.
Consume plenty of water
Respect Nature
Follow leaders instructions

Dont’s

If at some places photography is not allowed, you should not click photos.
Ensure that you do not pollute such places by leaving trash behind. Leave nothing but your footsteps.
DO NOT wear anything funky that might attract wild animals. And don’t tease wild animals if you encounter any.
Don’t make random marking on trees or the structures on the fort.
Do not drink/smoke.
No Selfies at dangerous places

For more information please reach out to –
Mobile / WhatsApp – 9822241880
Email – contact.iCampers@gmail.com