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Despite being a lesser known trekking destination, Kamalgad enthralls the visitors with its unique beauty and mystical aura. The fort is also famous by the names of Bhelanja and Kattalgad and provides an ideal option as a weekend trekking destination for adventure enthusiasts from the nearby cities.
The trekking trail is moderately difficult and takes the participants up to a height of 4522 feet above sea level. Not much is known about the history of the fort except that it was used by the Britishers to keep the prisoners. The fact that, the region rarely sees any visitors ensures that trekkers get to enjoy the sights of lush green surroundings devoid of any debris or clutter left behind by other trekkers.
The fort is located at the top of a hill in the Sahyadri range and is surrounded mostly by steep rock formation. Hence, many visitors are surprised to find a deep well at the top that sinks right through the rock into the soil underneath. The sides of the well are made from naturally cut rocks and it still holds water.
Height of Fort : 1375 m (4511 ft)
Key Features of the Fort : A Quaary of Red Stone (Geru)
SCHEDULE OF THE TREK
Meeting Time and Place : Fergusson college main gate 4.45 pm
Day 1:
> Departure for Wai by private bus
> Reach Kondivali/Nandivli
> start climbing the fort
> Reach temple & relax
> Preparation for dinner and night halt
Day 2:
> Wakeup call at 6am
> have tea and breakfast and start for Kamalgad top by 7 am
> Reach top, site seeing and back to temple by 10.30am
> Lunch preparation and lunch
> Start descending by 12 pm
> Reach base by 2pm
> Back to Pune by 5.00pm
What to bring
1. Luggage packed in big good trekking sack, all luggage packed in plastic bag.
2. Complete spare set of clothes & socks
3. Water bottle (atleast 1.5 ltr) compulsory
4. Electral/ Glucon-d energizers and personal medication
5. A sweater/warmwear/rainwear (as per the season)
6. Good trekking shoes (sandles, chappals, floaters not permitted)
7. A sleeping bag / Thermocol mat and shawl / normal satranji and shawl: (only for overnight treks)
8. Torch with Extra pair of Batteries
9. Camera, Binocular (Optional)
