Vikatgad Peb Fort Trek

 Peb Fort Trek 

Trekking near Mumbai to Peb Fort or Vikatgad around four km from Neral Railway Station. Peb Fort is a delightful trek in the Monsoon season. Also known as the Vikatgad Trek, the hike passes through a local village and many waterfalls. The Trek near the Foothills of Matheran's offers all that a trekker can ask for climbing ladders, navigating rock patches, ancient caves, dense forest, ridge walking, pleasant weather. Peb Fort Trek can be combined with a Matheran visit, or you can trek till Panorama point Matheran. Excellent for new trekkers, a village guide or guided tour will make the Trek more enjoyable.

Peb Fort History

It is assumed that this fort derived its name Peb from the 'Goddess Pebi' at the base of the fort. Historical references indicate that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj used the caves on the fort as silos for grain storage.

The cave on the fort is occupied by disciples of Swami Samarth, a great saint. They have contributed a lot to the development of this fort for the last ten years. They have managed successfully to keep the cave and the fort clean and maintained the dignity of the Peb fort. Near to this cave are meditation caverns, which are underground. These caverns are still in good condition. One has to crawl into these, and only one man can enter at one time. 

In monsoon, two of these are filled with water. On the top, we can go by climbing the fort's wall; On the top, we can see some remnants. The main attraction here is the bastion on the topmost part. Bastion faces the mountain of Matheran. Here we can see the ridge connecting the mountains of Matheran and Peb. When we stand here, we feel like to be at the top of the world.

On the other side of the fort is a temple of a deity. Here is a big cistern. The disciples are constructing a good temple here. We can reside here for some time. The beautiful waterfall on the way is the main attraction here. The surrounding scenery looks marvellous from the cave in the monsoon. We also see the pinnacles of Navara-Navari, Bhatoba and Irshalgad Fort, and Chanderi Fort, Prabalgad Fort, Kalavantin Durg and Malanggad and also Nakhind Ridge. This trekking is pleasant in all seasons.

Peb Fort Trek Event Details

Peb Fort Height is 2100 feet above sea level

Peb Fort Type is Hill Fort

District Raigad

Peb Fort Trek Difficulty is Medium and Risky 

Peb Trek nearest railway station is Neral 

Cost for the Trek: Rs. 1350/- per person

Peb Fort Trek Event Itinerary

Day 1 - Saturday

Catch Karjat fast local from CSMT.

CSMT – Karjat fastlocal time table.

05:46 am - Mumbai CSMT

05:53 am - Byculla

05:59 am - Dadar

06:06 am - Kurla

06:10 am - Ghatkopar

06:25 am - Thane

06:41 am - Dombivli

06:50 am - Kalyan

07:27 am - Neral

07:30 am - Meeting point at Neral railway station.

07:45 am - Have Breakfast.

08:30 am - Starts trek towards Peb Fort.

11:30 am - Reach on top of Peb Fort. Explore and have packed Lunch.

01:30 pm - Leave for Dasturi Naka, Matheran.

05:00 pm - Reach at Dasturi Naka and take taxi for Neral station.

06:00 pm - Reach Neral railway station and disperse.

Please note

Please carry packed lunch for this 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.

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

What we'll give/What we won't

What is included in the tour

1 veg Breakfast

Local taxi from Dasturi Naka to Neral

Matheran Forest entry charges

Trek Leader Expertise Charges

E-certificate 

What is NOT included in the tour

Lunch for the trek

Travel till Neral and back

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

Things to Carry

2/3 Liters of water

Proper face mask or shield

Sanitizer

Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on the trek

One Day Backpack 20 to 30 litres

Sun Cap and Sunscreen

Personal First aid and Personal Medicine

Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars

Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets

Good Torch must with an extra battery

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

For Registration, Please make the payment in following bank acc,

Name of Acc Holder                 :- Adventure Aim

Bank name                                : State bank of India

Bank account number                : 32171108434

Bank branch name and address  : Kasturi plaza dombivali branch

IFSC code for bank                   : 

For any further details contact / send SMS to:

MAHESH SHINDE 9892619362, 8425842910,9930448070

Website :- www.adventureaims.com /www.adventureaim.in

Terms And Conditions

■ It is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would be asked to sign a liability waiver.

■ Adventure Aim hold the right to change the venue, or date, of the event,

■ Event may be cancelled or postponed due to natural calamity, any system error,

■ In case event place or venue is changed, Adventure Aim will notify same to participants by phone, web and Face book, no change in costing will be charged.

■All our treks are Eco-friendly treks; kindly take care of nature around us. Smoking and Drinking alcohol during trek is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from trek without refund.

 Adventure Aim is not liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or loss (including any indirect or consequential loss) of any kind to person or property suffered by any participant whether by reason of any act or omission, deliberate or negligent, of Adventure Aim in connection with the Adventure Aim  including injury or loss incurred whilst participating in any activity of the Adventure Aim or in any activity in which participants are invited to participate.

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Team Adventure Aim