Sondai Trek

Sondai Fort is located near Karjat Taluka of Raigad District. It is 67 kms and 107 kms away from Mumbai and Pune respectively. Sondai Fort is not so popular destination as it is closely located near the famous forts such as Irshalgad, One Tree Hill, Garbett Plateau, Prabalgad and the famous hill station near Mumbai, Matheran.

The base village of Sondai Fort is Sondewadi. The trek to Sondai Fort is easy as you cross few water streams, few rock patches and well-constructed ladders to reach the top of Sondai Fort. You can take darshan of the Sondai Temple at the top and get mesmerized by the stunning view it offers. It is windy throughout the year at the top.

Best Season to visit – Monsoon and Early Winters

We are Waiting for you

Meet at Karjat Railway Station at 8 am. We will travel in the transfer vehicle to Sondewadi which is the base village of Sondai Fort.

Food First

We will reach Sondewadi village around 8:30 am. Fill your stomach with the local but healthy breakfast. Post breakfast we will start the trek to Sondai Fort.

Sondai Fort, here we come

After a brief introduction and instructions round, we will start the trek to Sondai Fort around 9:30 am. Enjoy the scenic beauty this trek offers throughout the trek.

Yay, we are here

Reach the top around 11:30 am. Enjoy the beautiful view the top provides. Test your eye to locate the nearby fort such as Irshalgad, Garbett Plateau and the backwaters of Morbe Dam. Do not forget to take ample photos and safe selfies as these are the moments to capture.

Tiffin-Box Lunch

Enjoy the tiffin-box lunch and share it with your friends. Food is essential to regain the lost energy. After lunch we will start the descend to base village around 1:30 pm.

Evening Snacks & Tea

By 3:30 pm, we will reach the base village. Share your experience over a cup of tea and hot snacks. We will travel back to Karjat Railway Station around 4:30 pm in the transfer vehicle.

Wow, What an Amazing Experience

 Around 5 pm we will reach Karjat Station. We thank you for offering us an opportunity to serve you an experience. We wish you a very happy return journey to your home.

INR 850 per adult

Inclusions:

• Karjat to Karjat Transport
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Trek Expertise

Exclusions:

• Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions.
• Train ticket till Karjat.

Cancellation and Refund applicable on the tour cost: 

● If cancellation done prior to 15 days of outing 75% will be refunded.
● If cancellation done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded.
● After that no refund will be provided.

● A good Trekking Shoe
● A good torch with Extra Batteries (Mandatory)
● Identity Proof (Mandatory)
● At least 2 Litres of water (Mandatory)
● Full sleeves T-shirt and full length Pant (Mandatory - To protect from Sun, Insects, Bushes etc.)
● Extra pair of Clothes (Mandatory)
● A haversack to put in all the things to be carried, so that one can easily trek hands free
● Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet
● Rain coats/ Windcheater/ Poncho etc.
● Some ready to eat food like Plum cakes, Biscuits etc. 
● Cap, Scarf, Sun glasses etc
● Medicine for those who you require usually.

Rules: 

● In Mountains & Jungles, smoking attracts honeybees and one has to face dangerous "honeybee attack" where survival of the person is difficult, hence smoking is strictly prohibited.
● Drinking Alcohol is strictly prohibited.
● Leader's Decision will be Final and Binding.
● Small Steps Adventures reserves all the right to Change/ Deviate/ Cancel the plans without prior notice.
● Telephonic Confirmation for booking is Mandatory; if unable to contact us then send a text message and we will call you back.
● Please do not carry Handbags or Jholas or Sling bags on treks.
● Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we do not take any liability for the same.