Ratangad and Sandhan Valley

Ratangad and Sandhan

About

Sandhan Valley is considered as the second largest valley that has a 4 km long stretch of the crevice, The trail is a complete descent trek from the starting point of the valley, involves water crossing which adds up the thrill at the beginning of the trek, descend through the boulders in the crevice, rappel down vertical rock patches to reach the end of the Valley.

Ratangad Fort is situated in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra and in the Kalsubai Range. This 400 year old fort is often called as jewel of Sahayadri. The 5km trek starting from base villages samrad & Ratanwadi give an amazing thrilling experience.

Duration

Difficulty

Easy

Altitude

Best season

Region

Maharashtra, India

Itinerary

Day 1:

Short Itinerary

Day 0: Ahm/Surat to Mumbai
Day 1: Samrad Camping & Rappelling

- Early Morning Arrival to Mumbai ( before 7 am)
- Mumbai to Kasara ( Local Train 2.5 Hours)
- Kasara to Samrad - Sandhan Valley (3 Hours)
- Lunch at Homestay-Campsite
- Short Trek & Rappelling or Zip Line
- Evening Sunset or short Hike
- Dinner and Camp activity
- Night walk

Day 2: Ratangad Trekking

- Breakfast or Pack Breakfast
- Ratangad Trekking
- As per schedule trek will take 5-6 hours
- Have Lunch at Base village and drive towards Kasara by 6 pm
- Reach Mumbai by 09.00 pm
- Return train from mumbai to Surat/Ahm

More Information

Total cost:

3500/- PP from Ahmedabad /Surat
2650/- PP from Mumbai to Mumbai

- Rappelling/Zip line at Sandhan Valley
- Water crossing in the Sandhan Valley
- Thrilling Monsoon Trek
- Raw Camping Stay
- Maharashtrian Food

Best Season: July to September
Trip Type: Trek/Adventure
Altitude : 4255 ft
Trek Grade : Moderate
Endurance : Moderate
Trek Distance : 6Km ( Ratangad trek )

Things to carry

Basic Essential

- Small Backpack (20-30 litter) with Rain Cover
- Water bottle (Mandatory-refillable)
- Hiking/Sport Shoes
- Original ID card
- Personal Mask and Sanitizer

Clothing Essential & Head Protection

- Light clothing (preferably full sleeve)
- Trek Pants (which is a comfortable full day)
- Extra pair of clothes
- Socks
- Rain Coat / Poncho/umbrella
- Handkerchief - Towel - Napkin
- Slipper/Sandals
- Cap/hat to protect head

Personal Utilities & Accessories

- Personal Medication (if required)
- Lip balm, Mosquito Repellent, Sunscreen, Body-lotion, Toothbrush-Paste (as per personal need)
- Camera, Charger, Earphone, Power bank
- Torch, Matchbox, Lighter

Includes

- Ahmedabad to Mumbai and Mumbai to Ahmedabad sleeper train
- Dadar to Kasara and Kasara to Dadar local train
- Local Transfer by non ac vehicle
- Camping Stay, Mattress
- Meal : 2 Lunch, 1 Dinner, 2 Breakfast
- Trek Guide and Equipment
- Certified Leader