Trek to a mighty fort - Visapur
After an exciting and “clouds” trek to the King of forts – Rajgad near Pune, we are back again with more life.
This Sunday i.e 29th June 2008, we will trek to fort Visapur , near Lonavala.

This trek is also recommended for first time trekkers and nature enthusiast.
As ever, we will take the less traveled road to the top, crossing valley of flowers, thru’ clouds, rice fields, quiet hamlets and a promise to keep these mountains clean.
Imp: While we climb we shall not disturb the lazy water buffaloes.
 
Proposed Itinerary

Trip Details:
The Plan:
Date: 29th June 2008, Sunday (one day trek)

Assemble at : Sion circle – 7 am sharp ( various pick up points , we will take the following route : Sion Circle – Chembur – Vashi – Nerul – Belapur – Panvel – Express highway – Lonavala Exit – Malavli ( Base village)

Trek details
Grade of trek: easy – recommended for beginners.

Duration: 2 to 3 hours

Highest point: 1084 mtrs asl

District: Pune

Map co-ordinates: 18deg 43’ Lat., 73deg 29’ long. (for Google earth enthusiasts)

Location: 155deg. 2.5 kms from Malavli railway station


List of things to carry
to be mailed on request

Excursion Cost : Ex Mumbai
To be mailed on request.

Cost includes
road taxes transportation to the trekking points.

Cost not include
extra expenses like drinks,tips,medical and travel insurance, video camera fee, beverages etc.

Contact for participation
Prateek Deo
cell: 9869158351

email : prateekdeo@gmail.com

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Trek to a mighty fort - VISAPUR (1084m) (ex Mumbai)
Please Note : The itinerary is tentative and subject to change.

Day 1
7: am sharp start point from Sion circle ( cinemax movie complex)

  • Reach lonavala by 9 am , have breakfast and pack lunch
  • Trek starts from base village Malvali
  • 2 to 3 hours reach Visapur village
  • Explore the fort.
  • Have lunch.
  • Camp cleaning.
  • Descend back to Malavli.
  • Refresh and back to Mumbai.
  • If we have time then a short break at Tigers point, Lonavala.
  • Drop vehicle terminates at Sion circle again

Please Note : The itinerary is tentative and subject to change.

Fort details & History
Visapur - Hill fort, 1084 mtrs asl.
A secondary fort made by Balaji Vishwanath during 1713-1730 A.D.
A larger fort than Lohagad, its majestic, long, rampart still commands attention and respect. The fortification and gates at other places are in ruins. The fortifications were blown up by East India Company.

The history of Visapur is linked with that of Lohagad. It was built at a time when the importance if forts had started declining. Visapur is larger than Lohagad. It is also higher nd thus commands Lohagad, a fact that was made use of by the east India Company troops who bombarded Lohagad by batteries set up on Visapur Its is, therefore, surprising that the Bahamanis should have chosen the hill of Lohagad than Visapur for their fort.