Adventure Tour Operators in Pune

Overview

Vichitragad Trek is one of the off-beaten paths and easiest treks around Pune. Situated around 60 km from the city, Vichitragad trek offers a brilliant, scenic, and an easy 2.5 hrs trek to the top of the fort. The fort is also known as 'Rohida Fort'. During the monsoon, lush green landscapes provide a perfect backdrop to the historical Rohida fort and a hike to this place offers a refreshing experience to adventure enthusiasts.

The narrow trails leading to the Vichitragad fort are not very steep and it is a comfortable climb up to the fort entrance; which makes it a perfect weekend trek for a family trip. With high-speed winds in the monsoons, the trek offers views of waterfalls been blown upwards by the winds. Rohida fort trek has an alternative route as well which is relatively long and difficult compared to the standard route. A unique and must-visit trek in the monsoons; Rohida fort trek is recommended for anyone who wants to feel the magic of monsoon in Maharashtra!

Quick Facts

Best Time : In the months of July through September

Duration : 2- 3 hrs hours

Distance : 5 Kms

Grade: Easy to Moderate

Commences at: Bhor

Ends At : Bhor

Pickup from central points in Pune
Journey towards Vichitragad and Reach the start point in Bhor
Breakfast and Tea in Bhor
Start the trek to Vichitragad/Rohida fort
Reach the top and head back to the start of the trek.
Start return Journey to Pune from Vichitragad fort

TRIP COST INCLUDES

Transportation to and from Pune.
Pickup points will be arranged from major locations around Pune.
Snack Box and Energy Drinks.
Team of Experiences Guides and Trek Leaders.
First Aid and medical Kit backup.

TRIP COST EXCLUDES

Transportation to and from the pickup points.

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1. What are the start and endpoints of the Vichitragad (Rohida fort) trek?

At just 60 km away from Pune, Vichitragad trek (also known as Rohida fort trek) is one of the easiest treks near Pune. The trek starts and ends at the base village called Bajarwadi; which is 7 km from the nearest town Bhor.

2. What are the pickup points?

Adventure Pulse provides transport to and from the trek start and endpoints. The pickups are arranged from centralized locations around the city for everyone’s convenience. The list of pickup locations is drafted after the registrations are closed.

3. What is the fitness level required for the Vichitragad (Rohida fort) trek?

Vichitragad Trek is one of the easiest treks in Pune. This trek is recommended for beginners as well as families with kids. Anyone with an average fitness level can do this trek without any difficulties.

4. How difficult is Vichitragad (Rohida fort) trek?

Vichitragad trek is an easy grade trek that is ideal for beginners and families with kids. The trail is well defined and it takes only 1.5 hrs to reach the fort from the start point near the Bajarwadi school. Monsoon is the best time to do the Vichitragad trek. However, expect it to be windy.