How can I go to Lohagad from Lonavala railway station?

There are two methods of reaching Lohagad fort. One is by trekking from Malavli Station toward base of stairs to Bhaje Caves and then to village Lohgadwadi which is the base to climb Lohagad fort. This would take about 2.5 to 3 hrs for a fit person. Another method is to get shared taxi from Lonavala Bus Stand.

How long does it take to climb Lohagad?

At normal pace, it would take around 1-1.5 hrs. Ideal time to do the trek is start before or at dawn so that it isn’t sunny in your way up. The climb/descent becomes tougher as the sun comes up. Also, winter and monsoon is the best time to take the trek.

How can I reach Malavli from Mumbai?

Train or bus from Mumbai to Malavli? The best way to get from Mumbai to Malavli is to Train which takes 3h 2m and costs ₹380 – ₹600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹800 – ₹1,200 and takes 3h 48m.

Is Lohagad trek easy?

The trekking route to Lohagad is easy even when it rains and is an ideal ‘1st trek experiance’ with picturesque scenery, lush green grass, cool mountain air, and the pleasant salubrious climate. Lohagad is an ideal one day trek because of its ease and accesibility thanks to the local trains.

How many steps are there in Lohagad fort?

How many steps are there in Lohagad fort? Lohagad fort has around 250 to 300 steps, although not all the step sizes are similar.

Is Visapur trek easy?

The Visapur Fort trek, being of moderate difficulty level, is a good excursion option for beginners. There are three routes to the top – one from Patan Village, one from Bhaje Caves and the third one from Gaimukh Khind. Depending on which route you follow, it will take between one and two hours to get to Visapur Fort.

Is sinhagad fort open after lockdown?

“The fort is closed to visitors, as per government orders on Covid restrictions. Last weekend, too many people rushed to the fort, causing heavy crowding. People did not follow social distancing and mask norms and so, we had to close access to the fort,” police inspector Sadashiv Shelar of the Haveli police said.

How can I go to Lonavala from Mumbai by train?

Some of the trains that operate between Mumbai and Lonavala include: LTT MADURAI EXP , LTT BIDR EXPRESS. The first train on this route is LTT MADURAI EXP and leaves Mumbai at 00:15 am , and the last train from Mumbai to Lonavala is SHIRDI FAST PASS and leaves Mumbai at 23:55 pm.

How difficult is Lohagad Trek?

Difficulty Level and other tips: This is a very easy trek and even a novice trekkers should not have any problems. There are around 200-300 steps to get to the top of the fort. The overall time required for trekking is around 1 to 1.5 hours. Be careful if you are visiting Lohgad during the monsoon season.

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