Kalsubai Peak Trek From Pune

Kalsubai Peak Overnight Trek Highest Peak in Maharashtra

Get ready for the mesmerizing Kalsubai peak trek from pune. Traverse through the highest peak of the Sahyadri region which is also known as the Everest of Maharashtra, at an altitude of 1,646 meters.
Soak in the views of beautiful landscapes, picturesque greenery, and multiple waterfalls. So, experience the thrills while trekking and cherish the amazing moments. Enjoy a long trek and arrive at the highest peak in Maharashtra. Be amazed by the mesmerizing view of gleaming fireflies while heading toward the base village.

Book Kalsubai peak Trek and admire breathtaking mountain views.

Since Kalsubai Peak is extremely famous, enough effort has been made to make this trek easy. There are steel railings, chains, and ladders at places where it is difficult to climb.
It is easily accessible from Pune. This trek offers a breath-taking combination of natural environments like waterfalls, forests,grasslands, and historic forts.

 Kalsubai Peak Shikhar is situated on the border of Ahmadnagar and Nashik districts.
There is a small temple of Goddess Kalsubai on the summit.

Ideal Season : June to February (Monsoon months are good weather wise and Winter months for clear views)

Trek difficulty level: Medium
Base village for Kalsubai peak: Bari
Region: Igatpuri / Bhandardara
Landmark : Ghoti
Total time required for climbing Kalsubai peak: 3.5 – 4 hours one way
Duration: 1 night and 1 day
Kalsubai Peak height: 5400 feet approx
Surrounding Peaks : Vishramgad, Alang, Madan, Kulang and Ratangad

Major Attarction :

Highest Peak of Maharashtra, Temple at the Top, Thrilling Ladder climb near the Peak, 360 View of Different Mountain Ranges including Alang-Madan-Kulang, Ratangad and Bhandardhara Backwaters, Sunrise from Top (If you do a night trek in Winter)

Water Sources :

Small Well near the Top, water is available almost throughout the year.

History Info :

Kalsubai Peak is said to take its name from a Koli girl named Kalsu.’ Kalsu, according to the story, was fond of wandering in the forest. One day she came to Indore at the foot of the hill now called Kalsubai, and took service with a Koli family on condition that she should not be asked to clean pots or to sweep.

Matters went smoothly till, one day, one of the family ordered Kalsu to clean some pots and clear away some Utter. She did as she was bid, bat, immediately after, climbed the hill and stayed on its top till her death. Where she cleaned the pots is known as Thale Mel, and where she cleared away the litter as Kaldara

Beginners can do this trek

Notes:-

There are no difficult trails/rock patches. Its a simple trek and can be completed by everyone.

This is an offbeat trek and hence better to do with expert leaders of Trekfit.