ALANG - MADAN TREK
09th November 2024
Brief Info
Duration: 2 Days and 2 Nights
Grade: Difficult
Height: ~4600 feet above msl
About the place -
In the mountain range of Kalsubai near Bhandardara region of Nasik, Maharashtra stands a massive trio of Forts known as Alang, Madan and Kulang. Popularly known as 'A-M-K' among trekkers is known as the toughest trek in Sahyadries which require technical knowledge of rock climbing and rappelling, climbing gears and high endurance. The top gives an amazing view of Ghatghar and Bhandardara backwaters, Tryambak abd Harishchnadragad Mountain Ranges.
Alang Fort: The majestic Alang Fort lies in the Nashik region & is a part of the Kalsubai range. We would be ascending the fort from Udadavane or Ghatghar village, the route involves climbing a 20 feet rock patch to get to the broken entry door of the fort, from here starts the longest traverse in the Sahyadris to get to the caves. The top of the fort has 11 water cisterns arranged in a Cascade formation a Shiva temple​ & a dilapidated storage room. View from the top of Kalsubai Mountain Range and surrounding region is amazing.
Madan Fort: The elusive fort of Madan has got a beautiful set of rock cut stairs that one needs to carefully negotiate to get to the top. The British knowing the strategic importance of these forts blew up a part of the route to make ascending the fort difficult. One has to negotiate a traverse with a deadly exposure & also climb a 40 feet rock wall using climbing gears. The top of the fort has a cave & a couple of water cisterns. The view of the horseshoe shaped Alang and Kulang Forts from Madan Fort is a beautiful sight
Alang Fort: The majestic Alang Fort lies in the Nashik region & is a part of the Kalsubai range. We would be ascending the fort from Udadavane or Ghatghar village, the route involves climbing a 20 feet rock patch to get to the broken entry door of the fort, from here starts the longest traverse in the Sahyadris to get to the caves. The top of the fort has 11 water cisterns arranged in a Cascade formation a Shiva temple​ & a dilapidated storage room. View from the top of Kalsubai Mountain Range and surrounding region is amazing.
Madan Fort: The elusive fort of Madan has got a beautiful set of rock cut stairs that one needs to carefully negotiate to get to the top. The British knowing the strategic importance of these forts blew up a part of the route to make ascending the fort difficult. One has to negotiate a traverse with a deadly exposure & also climb a 40 feet rock wall using climbing gears. The top of the fort has a cave & a couple of water cisterns. The view of the horseshoe shaped Alang and Kulang Forts from Madan Fort is a beautiful sight
Tour Itinerary
Itinerary -
Friday, 8th Nov 2024 -
- Board the Kasara Local starting from Mumbai CSMT at 22:50 and halting Dadar at 23.04, Thane at 23:31, Kalyan at 00:03, and reaching Kasara by 1:18
Saturday, 9th Nov 2024 -
Sunday, 10th Nov 2024 -
- Reach Kasara by 1:20 am
- Travel by private transport / jeep towards base village
- Freshen up and have Breakfast by 6:30 am
- Start the trek towards Alang from Ghatghar side at 7:30 am
- Reach top of the fort by 12:00 noon
- Rest and Lunch in the cave atop Alang Fort
- Explore Alang Fort till sunset
- Dinner and retire for the day
- Wake up early by 5:30 am
- Freshen up and have breakfast
- Start descending Alang Fort towards Ambewadi side by 7:00 am
- Rappelling down the 30 feet rock patch
- Reach to the col between Alang and Madan Forts by 9:00 am
- Rest and start ascending Madan Fort by 9:30 am
- Enjoy climbing a 40 feet rock patch and rock cut stairs
- Explore Madan Fort and start descend by 11:30 am
- Lunch in the col
- Reach Ambewadi by 3:00 pm
- Travel towards Kasara by Private Vehicle
- Board train to Mumbai by 5:30 pm
Tour Cost
The cost of the event would be Rs. 2600/- only.
Cost includes -
- Transportation from Kasara to base village and back by Private vehicle
- All meals from Breakfast on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 2
- Equipment, Guide and expertise charges.
Cost does not include -
- Bottled Drinking Water / Soft Drinks etc.
- Any travel or personal insurance
- Anything which is not mentioned in the cost includes
Registration Process
To register for the trek, contact - 9987577684 / 9819986540 / 9987007742
Email us at owletoutdoors@gmail.com
One has to handover or transfer Rs 2600/- (Non refundable) in the following bank account -
Account Name: OWLET OUTDOORS
Account Number: 50200028742000 (Current)
Bank Name: HDFC Bank
Branch: Shantivan, Borivali East, Mumbai
IFSC: HDFC0000414
Things to be carried
Here is a list of things to be carried for the trek -
- Haversack to put in everything to be carried for the trek
- Water - 3 Liters at least
- Extra clothes, Towel / Napkin
- Bedding material / Sleeping Bag
- Torch with extra batteries
- Something to munch on during journey
- Sunscreen lotion, Mosquito Repellent
- Glucon D / Electral Powder / Enerzal
- Personal Medicines required if any
- Identity Proof
Rules to be followed
Few Rules we would like people follow -
- Consumption of alcohol, smoking, drugs, narcotics is strictly not allowed and would lead to expulsion from the trek.
- Leader's decision will be final and binding to all members. No arguments will be entertained.
- Each member is responsible for their own safety and baggage.
- Please do not wear any jewellery or gold ornaments.
- Please do not litter. Do not throw plastic, paper, wrappers, bottles etc. Carry them home to throw in the dustbin.
- We strongly believe in saying - Wherever we go, leave only footprints and take back only memories.
Other Info
Hiking / Trekking / Rock climbing / Rappelling is an adventurous activity and accidents can happen in spite of taking utmost caution and care. The organization will not be responsible for any injury / accident / death to the participant while on trek.
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For Registraion Email Us at: owletoutdoors@gmail.com
or Call: 9987577684 / 9819986540