Katraj to Sinhgad Fort or as we call it K2S is a popular trek for professional trekkers, amateurs & newbie. The route starts from the Katraj Tunnel Top (Old) travels through a series of mountains and hills (approx. 15) and approximately (13 km) which leads to the destination the Top of Sinhgad Fort.
The Route which connects Pune to South Maharashtra. Both Katraj Tunnel and Sinhgad are connected by a single mountain range of Sahyadri Mountains. This range of around 13 hills has become very famous in Pune for Trekking due to various features.
The views of Pune City, the trail which goes up and down. All these things make one test stamina, patience, and endurance. Which makes the trek, a perfect one to start off the trekking, and for this reason, the trek has become one of the favourites amongst the trekkers.
A very famous fort near Pune. The fort has been very important in the History of Pune for various reasons. There are many Historical incidents are related to the fort, Tanaji Malusare’s death in 1670, while fighting for the Fort to be taken from Surybhan, being one of the major incidents.
Swargate > Katraj > Katraj Ghat > Old Tunnel (Base)
06:00 – Swargate
06:30 – Katraj
05:00 – Reporting to the SG Team.
06:00 – Travel to the base from Pune.
06:45 – Reach base point.
07:15 – Group introduction & briefing about the trek.
07:30 – Commence trek to Sinhgad Fort.
08:30 – Packed Breakfast.
15:00 – Reach Sinhgad Fort.
15:30 – Freshen up & Have A Lunch.
– – Enjoy delicious Zunka-Bhakri, Kanda Bhaji & Dahi etc.
17:00 – Return journey by Jeep to Sinhgad base village.
17:30 – Remain journey by PMPML bus to Swargate.
20:00 – Reach Pune with Happy Memories & Non-Biodegradable waste. 🙂
