Ratan means Jewel in Hindi. This hill fort is the jewel in all the hill forts here in Sahyadri. It is located in the Ahmednagar district, about 4255 feet above sea level.
It lies in the Ajoba mountain range, surrounded by the great mountains of Kulang, Alang, Kalsubai, Katarabai, Ajoba, and Ghanchakkar. Geographically Ratangad is at the banks of Bhandardara lake of Ahmednagar district.
With views of the lake and the highest mountains, Sahyadris looks lost in time. At the base of this fort is the ancient Lord Shiva Amruteshwar temple. About 1000 years old temple of Lord Shiva, the Amruteshwar Temple at Ratanwadi, is an absolute pinnacle of the high-class architecture of our ancestors.
Ratangad Trek Event Details
- Ratangad trek difficulty level Medium
- Ratangad trek endurance level Medium
- Ratangad height 4255 feet
- Ratangad trek base village Ratanwadi / Samrad
Ratangad Monsoon Special Trek Cost
- From Mumbai: Rs. 1500/- per person
What is included in the tour
- 1 veg Breakfast and 1 veg Lunch
- Travel by private vehicle
- Trek Leader expertise charges.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any transportation (Direct participant)
- 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.
Ratangad trek best time to visit?
Ratangad trek is popular during the rainy season from July to October. Ratangad flower season is from September to October. Pre-monsoon, the forest area is filled with fireflies.
During the winter season, it is ideal for camping in the cave. The are many range treks available during the winter season. Summer night trek is possible for astrophotography and cloud formations.
From Mumbai
Day Zero
- 09:15 pm - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate.
- 09:30 pm - Leave for the trek.
- 09:40 pm – Pick up at Virwani Bus Stop, Goregaon
- 10:00 pm - Pick up at Gundavali Bus Stop, Andheri East
- 10:15 pm - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop, Bandra.
- 10:30 pm - Pick up at Everard Nagar bus stop, Sion.
- 10:40 pm - Pick up at Amar Mahal, Ghatkopar.
- 11:00 pm - Pick up at Teen Hath Naka, Thane.
- 11:45 pm - Pick up at Kalyan Bypass.
Day One
- 05:00 am - Reach base village and freshen up.
- 05:30 am - Breakfast at the base village.
- 06:00 am - Start ascending.
- 09:00 am - Reach at the top and explore.
- 10:00 am - Start descending.
- 01:00 pm - Reach at base village.
- 01:30 pm - Have lunch.
- 02:30 pm - Start the return journey.
- 11:00 pm - Approx. arrival at Mumbai. (Depend upon traffic)
- 2/3 liters of water
- Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek
- Good Torch must with extra battery
- Jacket
- Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars
- Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets
- One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters
- Sun Cap and Sunscreen
- Personal First aid and Personal Medicine
- Identity Proof
- Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from the 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
