escape2explore presents "Maharashtra`s Harihar Fort Trek" ✦ Activity Location: Nirgudpada Nashik, Maharashtra ✦ Start Time: 08:00 PM ✦ End Time: 10:00 PM ✦ Harihar Fort Trek Distance: 4-5 km ✦ Harihar Fort Height: 3676 ft. ✦ Trek Difficulty: Moderate About Harihar Fort Trek: The Harihar Fort Trek, also known as Harshagad, is a captivating trek located near Nashik in Maharashtra, India. This trek is renowned for its unique rock-cut staircase that leads to the summit of the Harihar Fort. The most challenging part of the Harihar Fort Trek is the climb up the steep, almost vertical staircase, which has 117 steps. These steps are carved into the rock and have niches to provide handholds, making the climb an exhilarating experience. Includes: ✦ Transportation (Non-AC) ✦ Tea, Breakfast (Veg) ✦ Lunch (Veg Thali) ✦ Trekking ✦ Forest fee ✦ Guide Charges ✦ Basic First Aid Excludes: ✦ Dinner ✦ Anything is not mentioned in the inclusions Itinerary: Day 0 - Departure from Pune ➞ 08:00 PM Pickup Starts From FC College Main Gate FC Road. ➞ 10:00 PM Take a Dinner Break at Sahyadri Hotel (Self-Sponsored). Day 1 - Trek to Harihar Fort ➞ 03:30 AM: Reach Base Village and rest for some time. ➞ 04:30 AM: Get freshen up and Have Breakfast. ➞ 05:30 AM: Start trek to Harihar Fort Post Briefing and Instructions by trek leaders. ➞ 07:30 AM: Reach the plateau. Start trekking to the summit via 80-degree steps. ➞ 08:30 AM: Reach the top, Enjoy the Sunrise, and Click Photos. ➞ 09:00 AM: Start descending via the same route. ➞ 12:00 PM: Reach Base Village and Have Lunch. ➞ 02:00 PM: Start Return Journey for Pune. ➞ 10:00 PM: Reach Pune (Arrival Time Depends on the Pace of the Group and Traffic). Pick-up Points: 1. FC College Main Gate (08:00 PM) 2. Nashik Phata (08:30 PM) Things to Carry ✦ Torch per person with extra batteries ✦ Government id card ✦ Sports shoes or trekking shoes ✦ Backpack ✦ Rain coat(in monsoon) ✦ Trekking stick ✦ Toileteries ✦ Personal medical kit ✦ Extra pair of clothes ✦ 2 litre water bottle per person ✦ Energy bars, and drinks ✦ Track pants and cotton T-shirt ✦ Camera (optional) NOTE: ✦ You’ll need to provide a government ID for your Trek Permit (Voter ID, Ration Card, Driving License, PAN Card, or Passport). (Aadhaar Card is not accepted). ✦ Please help us keep the place clean! Do not litter during the trek. ✦ We’re all about nature, so don’t expect luxury. Washrooms are available only at the hotel/homestay campsites. ✦ By joining the trek, you understand and accept the risks involved, which can vary by destination. ✦ escape2explore is not responsible for any lost or misplaced personal items.

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