Prabalgad Trek, Panvel

People Also Ask About Prabalgad Trek

1. What is the duration of Prabalgad trek?

   The total duration of Prabalgad trek is approximately 9 hours. The hikers will start the trek from the Thakurwadi base at about 8.15 AM in the morning and get back to the base camp by around 4.30 PM in the evening.

2. Is transportation included in the Prabalgad Fort Trek package?

   Yes. All the trekkers booking the Prabalgad fort trek package will get a comfortable transportation facility for their traveling convenience. The hikers will be picked up from the Panvel area of Mumbai and dropped at the Thakurwadi base camp, from where they will start their trekking tour.
   
   They will be again picked up from Thakurwadi base village right after the trekking trip and dropped off at Panvel. The participants have to travel to Panvel and back by their own arrangements. They can easily reach this point by taking public transport from any part of the city. They can also get back to their hotel from here by local taxis, buses, or autos.

3. How do I get to Prabalgad?

   In order to reach Prabalgad, the participants will have to first arrive at the Panvel area of Mumbai. They will then be picked up from this place and taken to Thakurwadi Village, which is the base camp of this trek.
   
   Once they reach here, the participants can trek to the iconic Prabalgad fort.

4. What is the Prabalgad Trek difficulty level?

   The level of difficulty of the Prabalgad Trek is medium. The trail of this trek will pass through misty hills and green patches that will offer the trekkers a moderate terrain. Furthermore, the moderate height of the trek will make sure that the trekkers do not face any kind of sickness due to high altitude.
   

5. What things do I need to carry for Prabalgad Fort Trek?

   Since Prabalgad fort trek is a short, one day trek, you will not need to carry a lot of things to make your trekking experience comfortable. However, the trekkers are expected to pack some basic trekking essentials including:
   
   - Valid identity proof
   - Camera
   - Raincoat
   - A 2-liter water bottle
   - Trekking shoes
   - An additional pair of socks
   - Dry eatables like biscuits, energy bars, cookies, and dry fruits
   - Personal medication kit
   - A backpack
   - A power bank

6. What meals do I get during Trek to Prabalgad?

   The trekkers will be offered two meals in the course of their trek to Prabalgad. They will first get a hearty breakfast and tea once they reach Prabalmachi, at around 9.30 AM in the morning.
   
   After further trekking and spending some fun-filled moments at the summit, the trekkers will get a scrumptious and full-filling lunch at Prabalmachi at around 2 PM in the afternoon. All the meals offered to the participants will be vegetarian.

7. What is the height of Prabalgad Fort trek?

   The approximate height of the trek to the fort of Prabalgad is around 2300 feet from sea level.
   
   This height is moderate and trekking to this elevation would not be a very difficult task to achieve for the trekkers, irrespective of their level of expertise.

8. What things do I need to keep in mind at Prabalgad trek?

   If you are taking a trekking tour to Prabalgad fort, you are expected to keep certain important things in mind that can make your trekking experience more comfortable and enjoyable.
   
   - Trekking to Prabalgad is more enjoyable and adventurous during the monsoons.
   - Prabalgad trekking tours are group activities and all the members of a group need to abide by the decisions of the trek leader.
   - Drinking alcohol or smoking on the trek is not allowed.
   - The trekkers are solely responsible for the safety of their individual baggage.
   - This trekking tour is not advisable for pregnant women and people with hip, shoulder, back, and cardiac problems.

9. How much does Prabalgad Fort trek cost?

   The Prabalgad trekking tour is priced at around INR 820 per adult. This cost includes transportation from Panvel to Thakurwadi base camp and back, group expertise charges, breakfast and tea, and lunch.

10. What is the best time to trek to Prabalgad Fort?

    The most ideal time to trek to the fort of Prabalgad is during the monsoon months of June to September. During this time of the year, the hills and valleys surrounding the trek look spectacular with green patches and colorful flora. The weather of the place also remains very calm and soothing with moderate downpours.

11. What is the total distance I will cover for the Prabalgad trek?

    The approximate Prabalgad trek distance is around 27 kilometers. The trekkers will cover this round trip distance within a time duration of around 9 hours, which includes small breaks for breakfast, lunch, local sightseeing, and relaxation.

12. Is Prabalgad Fort trek safe?

    Yes, the trek to the fort of Prabalgad is absolutely safe for all the trekkers, irrespective of their age group, gender, and level of expertise.
    
    The difficulty level of this trek is quite moderate, which can be done by almost everyone with a good health condition. Furthermore, as the elevation of this trek is not very high, the trekkers would not face any sickness due to altitude.
    
    Moreover, as Prabalgad is a famous trekking destination, this place is visited by a huge number of trekkers throughout the year. So, you can be sure that you will never be alone on the trek.