Overview

Kalavantin Durg is a 2,250 ft high summit located in the Western Ghats, near the Prabalgad fort in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. It is also known as Kelve Teen, Kalavantin icha Sulka, or Kalavantin Pinnacle; alternative transliterations include Kalawantin, Kalavati, and Kalavanti.

Height : – 2250 ft
Area – Near Panvel
Trail : Fort trail
Difficulty : Modrate
Length : Approx. 5 km
Trek Location : Panvel
Best Time : Hole Year
Distance from Pune : 90 km
Distance from Mumbai : 70 km

 

Kalavantin Durg trek One Day from Pune 

Reporting time–

Departure : 06:00 am on the Sunday.

Arrival :- 09:00 pm on the sunday

Meeting Place – 1st pickup point  Senapati Bapat Road, Opp J W Marriott hotel, Near Live Space Mall.

2nd pickup point Wakad at 06:30

Level -Medium (2.5 – 3 hrs. trekking one way)

Beginners can do this trek.

Notes :-

There are no difficult trails/rock patches. Its a simple trek and can be completed by everyone.

This is an offbeat trek and hence better to do with expert leaders of Trekfit .

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  • We have organized more than 1000+ treks in Sahyadri’s in past 4 years.
  • We have a dedicated team of leaders and volunteers who will first give priority towards your safety.
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Things  to carry :-(Few things in the list are optional)

  • Please wear full pants and full sleeves t-shirts to protect from tanning, thorns, insects in the jungle
  • Snacks(Energy bars, Chikki, Biscuits, Sprouts, Chips, Dry fruits)
  • Glucon D/Protein shakes/Gatorade/ORS
  • Carry extra pair of clothes which we can change after completion of the trek.
  • 2/3 liters water. Shortage of water is faced during treks so please carry enough water.(Mandatory)
  • Any personal medicine and personal first aid(Mandatory)
  • Good grip trekking shoes (Mandatory)
  • One day backpack/rucksack of 30 litres(Mandatory)
  • Suncap and Sunscreen
  • Rains are expected so please carry a raincover /Jacket and cover your phones also in a plastic cover.
  • Don’t bring any expensive and not required items during treks. Trekfit wont be responsible for any loss of phone/valuable item.
  • Good torch with an extra battery if you have planned a night trek.
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Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Private bus Travel(Non ac buses)
  • Breakfast and tea
  • Lunch(Veg)
  • First aid
  • Fun games during the bus journey
  • Local Guide charges
  • Entry charges
  • Expertise from our team.

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
  • All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered
  • Any kind of personal expenses
  • All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
  • Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
Highlights
What makes this tour special

 

Things to see at Kalavantin:

1. Majestic view of Prabalgad from top of Kalavantin

2. Beautiful view of Western Ghats from peak of Kalavantin

3. Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Statue on the Pinnacle

Itinerary

06:00 AM : Report near Livspace mall, Senapati Bapat road (Opposite to JW Marriot signal)
You can park your bikes near the mall/ near P1 AND P2 parking boards on the same road .
06:30 PM : Pickups from Sukhwani Petrol Pump Wakad Bridge

9:30AM : Reach base village and have a breakfast.

10:00 AM : Start our trek to the prabamalchi
12:00 AM : Reach Kalavantin Durg prabamalchi
12:00 pm – 2:00pm:-PM: Relax and enjoy at the Pinnacle.

02:00 PM : Start descending via the same route
04:30 PM : Reach Base Village & Have Lunch
05:30 PM : depart for Pune
08:30 PM : reach back to Pune

(1-2 hrs. delay is possible on the speed of trekkers, traffic on the road)

FAQ
What is Kalavantin Durg famous for?
 
It is one of the most thrilling forts in the world. Stairs carved in stone are the prime attraction of this fort. There are a series of stone steps to get to the summit. Because of the Stairs and straight slope make this fort look difficult to climb.
How difficult is Kalavantin Durg?
 
This trail is a bit tricky to navigate due to the rock-cut steps and steep slope. However, the difficulty level is medium, requiring basic physical endurance.
Things to Carry
Please wear full pants and full sleeves T-shirts to protect from tanning, thorns, insects in the jungle Snacks(Energy bars, Chikki, Biscuits, Sprouts, Chips, Dry fruits) Glaucon D/Protein shakes/Gatorade/ORS Carry extra pair of clothes which we can change after completion of the trek. 2/3 liters water. Shortage of water is faced during treks so please carry enough water.(Mandatory) Any personal medicine and personal first aid(Mandatory) Good grip trekking shoes (Mandatory) One day backpack/rucksack of 30 liters (Mandatory Sun cap and Sunscreen Rains are expected so please carry a rain cover /Jacket and cover your phones also in a plastic cover. Don’t bring any expensive and not required items during treks. Trekfit wont be responsible for any loss of phone/valuable item. Good torch with an extra battery if you have planned a night trek.