About Sondai Fort Trek

Sondai is not such a famous fort near Karjat Chowk Phata. Sondai Fort Trek is nine kilometers from Karjat railway station. It offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Rajmachi, Songiri forts, Karnala Fort, and Matheran mountain range. Sondai Fort Karjat was used as a watchtower to protect the trade routes. Sondewadi and Wavarle are the base villages of Sondai fort. Sondewadi village is situated at 1/4th height of this Fort.

There are two water cisterns on, and steps are carved out of rocks to go on the topmost point where an idol of Sondai Devi stands. Two more water cisterns are on the way and have potable water. Waverle is another village from where a bit difficult approach to the fort passes through the dense forest. Sondai trek, an iron ladder, has been installed. It has made the climb till the summit to seak the blessing of Sondai Devi temple safer for all the hikers and devotees. 

Sondai Trek Event Details

• Sondai trek difficulty level: Medium
• Base village for Sondai: Sondewadi
• Region: Karjat
• Total time required for climbing Sondai Fort: Maximum 2 hrs
• Duration: 1 Day

Cost for Sondai Trek

• Cost without transport: Rs. 599/- per person
• Cost with transport: Rs. 1199/- per person

Sondai Fort Trek Event Itinerary

Day 1

05:10 Meet at SGNP main gate, Borivali.

05:15 Leave for Sondai trek.

05:35 Pick up at WEH metro station bus stop, Andheri.

05:50 Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on the highway), Bandra.

06:10 Pick up at Sion station circle.

06:25 Pick up at Diamond Garden, Chembur.

06:45 Pick up at Vashi below the main bridge near Vashi Plaza.

07:15 Pick up at McDonald's, Kalamboli.

07:45 Karjat phata (Chowk) - Meeting point for direct people.

08:30 Reach base village and have breakfast.

09:00 Start ascending.

11:30 Reach the top and explore.

13:00 Start descending.

15:00 Reach base village and have a lunch.

16:00 Start return journey.

20:00 Approx. arrival at Mumbai.

Please note

• Please carry packed lunch for the trek
• Please wear trekking shoes for this trek with a good grip.
• Those who are coming by their own vehicle, please follow all covid-19 safety guideline and reach at base village on time.
• Due to above issue, if you come late or unable to come, will not provide any refund.

Inclusion

• 1 veg Breakfast
• Travel by private non-Ac vehicle (with transport option)
• Trek Leader Expertise Charges

Exclusion

• Lunch for the trek
• Travel till base village and back (without transport option)
• Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
• All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered
• Any kind of personal expenses
• Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above
• All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
• Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required

Things to Carry

• 2/3 liters of water.
• Proper face mask or shield.
• Sanitizer.
• Packed lunch for the trek
• Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek.
• One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters.
• Good Torch must with extra battery.
• Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.
• Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.
• Sun Cap and Sunscreen.
• Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.
• Identity Proof.
• Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.
• Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
• Double pack your valuables / phones in plastic bags.
• Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet.

Cancellation Policy

• 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
• 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
• No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to event date
• No show No Refund.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another person against cancellation.
• If Trek get cancelled, we will refund "Trek Amount" only.
• If the event is canceled due to any natural calamity, political unrest or other such reasons beyond our control the same cancellation policy will apply.