Highlights

Quick Summary of the Trip

duration1 Night / 1 Day

from / toPune

age group07-65 yrs.

group size11-30 max.

Tech Info.

Easy to Moderate

Trek Grade

3,840 ft.max. altitude
≈8 kmtrek distance
≈6 hrs.trek duration

EnduranceRegular: 5/10

Trek Includes

Travel (From/To Pune) • Boating • Forest Entry • Meals (Veg.) • Outdoor Experts • Taxes

About Destination

Jaoli Region

Satara, Maharashtra

One Day Jungle Trek & Boating

Trek through dense forests, boat across Koyna’s backwaters, and explore the wild fort.

About the Trek

Discover the Trail & Adventure

Boat Ride to the WildernessBoat across the scenic Shivsagar backwaters to reach the remote trailhead of Vasota
Trek Through Dense JungleHike deep into the Koyna wilderness through lush forests and rugged Sahyadri trails
Explore Historic Vasota FortDiscover the ruins of Vyaghragad, a legendary forest fort hidden deep in the Sahyadri
Panoramic Sahyadri ViewsEnjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, valleys and Shivsagar backwaters
The Wild Sahyadri ExperienceExperience one of Maharashtra’s most adventurous treks, combining boating, jungle and fort exploration

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Schedule
Day Wise Plan

Itinerary

Detailed Journey Plan & Timeline

DAY 0
Travel from Pune » Satara » Bamnoli Village (Base)

Depart from Pune by 23:00 hrs.
We begin our journey with an overnight departure from Pune. Our representative will meet you at your designated pick-up point, and once everyone has boarded, we head towards Bamnoli, the base village and starting point of the trek.

Summary of the Day

Travel150 km, 3-4 hrs.

Overnight StayN/A

DAY 1
Vasota Fort Trek & Boating » Satara » Travel to Pune

After arriving at Bamnoli, we take a short rest before freshening up and having breakfast to prepare for the day ahead. From here, we set off towards Vasota Fort, beginning with a boat ride across the scenic backwaters, followed by a jungle trek leading up to the fort.

Once at the top, a packed lunch is provided, along with time to explore the fort. During our exploration, we will visit:

Remains of the old Wada and Jail
Temples
Babu Kada
Surrounding views of Koyna Dam & the big mountains of the Jaoli region

We then begin our descent, making our way down to Met Indavali, a forest check post, before starting the return boating journey back to Bamnoli.

From Bamnoli, we begin our return journey to Pune.

Arrive back in Pune by 23:00 hrs. (approx.)

Summary of the Day

Trek08 km, 5-6 hrs.

Altitude (Gain / Loss)⇑ 1,500 ft. / ⇓ 1,500 ft.

Meals IncludedBreakfast, Packed Lunch, Evening Tea

Return Travel150 km, 4-5 hrs.

Included

What’s Covered

Everything Included in Your Trip

Private Transport: Ex. PuneTravel by private, comfortable vehicle, depending on group size
TransportationNon-AC vehicle with toll, parking, transport permit, driver food and allowance
Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Evening TeaServed veg. meals only
Boat RideShivsagar backwaters crossing to the Vasota trailhead and back
Forest Entry PermitsSahyadri Tiger Reserve entry covered
Experienced Trek LeadsTeam of certified mountaineers and outdoor experts
First Aid Kit and Trained SupportWell-stocked medicines and trained trek leads
All Applicable TaxesTaxes on the trek package are included

Excluded

What’s Not Covered

Additional Costs & Personal Expenses

Meals & BeveragesAnything during transit, plus any meal not listed in the inclusions
Emergency & Rescue CostsAny evacuation or hospital charges
Travel Insurance and Medical ExpensesInsurance cover and medical costs are the participant's responsibility
Unforeseen EventsExtra costs from weather, landslides, road closures, or delays beyond our control
Personal ExpensesShopping, tips, and any other personal spending
Anything not specifically listed in the Inclusions