Raireshwar & Kenjalgad
Experience a monsoon ride through clouds and culture! From Pune to Raireshwar - where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj vowed Swarajya and then to the Kenjalgad Fort.
About The Adventure
Experience a monsoon ride through clouds and culture! From Pune to Raireshwar - where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj vowed Swarajya - and then to the Kenjalgad Fort, where you see amazing sahyadri view. A story-laced ride, two beginner-friendly treks, and one incredible day.
Adventure Highlights
- Birthplace of Swarajya: The exact location of the Swarajya oath.
- Historic Temple: Visit the ancient Raireshwar Temple.
- Monsoon Paradise: Experience the lush green wildflower plateaus.
- Beginner Friendly: Easy trek with breathtaking Sahyadri views.
Trek Info & Pricing
- Altitude~4,700 ft
- Trek Distance~4 km
- Pune - Bike Ride₹ 599/-
- Pune - By Bus₹ 1199/-
Trek Timeline (Bike Ride & Bus)
Departure from Pune to Raireshwar. Ride Distance: Approx. 80 km (One Way).
Morning Pick-ups & Ride
- 05:00 AM: Pick up - Shivaji Nagar: Pune (Bank of Maharashtra)
- 05:15 AM: Deccan
- 05:30 AM: Warje (Reporting at Deccan Corner, Pune. Briefing & group flag-off)
- 05:45 AM: Navle Bridge
- 07:30 AM: Breakfast at Bhor. Maharashtrian breakfast. Resume scenic ride.
Kenjalgad & Raireshwar Exploration
- 08:30 AM: Reach kenjalgad Base. Start short uphill hike to the fort.
- 09:00 AM: Explore kenjalgad fort, Visit Temple, single rock cut stairs. Easy 30 minutes monsoon climb. Explore 360° magical monsoon sahyadri view.
- 11:00 AM: Head towards Raireshwar.
- 11:30 AM: Explore Raireshwar plateu. Raireshwar Temple, Pandav Leni, Seven colour soil.
Return Journey
- 14:00 PM: Delicious Lunch and Rest.
- 16:00 PM: Start Return Journey.
- 17:00 PM: Experience rice plantation (Only if time and availability permits).
- 18:00 PM: Tea/snack halt.
- 19:00 PM: Reach Pune.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Includes
- Breakfast + Morning Tea
- Pure Veg Maharashtrian Lunch
- Refreshments during trek
- Parking & Forest Entry Fees
- Trek Leader & Local Guide
- First Aid Support
Excludes
- For BIKE RIDE: Fuel cost (shared approx. 250-300/person)
- Insurance
- Any personal expenses
- Bottled water, soft drinks, snacks
- Anything not mentioned above
Things to Carry
- Govt. ID, Raincoat / Poncho, Trekking shoes
- Extra clothes, towel, socks, 2L Water Bottle
- Fruits or energy snacks, Other essentials you may need.
Mandatory for Bikes: No restriction on bike model - only condition: bike must be in good condition & helmets mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: More than 48 hours before departure: No Deduction. 48-24 hours: 50% Deduction. Less than 24 hours or on/after departure: No Refund.