Kohoj Fort Trek | Night Trek
Charges 750/- per person. Join Mumbai's renowned trekking team Mischief Treks for an amazing night trek experience at Kohoj Fort. Kohoj is one of the best treks near Mumbai. Pickup and drop facilities are available from Mumbai - Dadar, Bandra, Andheri, Goregaon, Borivli, Ghodbundar and Virar Phata. This Trekking event is safe and suitable for girls, women, kids, families, groups, and solo travelers coming alone.
Kohoj Fort Night Trek - Sunrise Special
Kohoj Fort's difficulty level is 'Moderate' it's not a difficult trek and the distance is suitable for beginners. The time taken to reach Kohoj Fort peak/top is considerable for people with average fitness. You get to experience one of the best treks in Maharashtra with Mischief Treks, a renowned Trekking group in Mumbai, known for its small size non-crowded batch. Kohoj Fort is easily accessible from Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Kalyan, and Navi Mumbai. Road and Rail travel can be used to reach Kohoj. The best time to visit Kohoj is during the winter and summer seasons for a night trek, and for one day trek during the Monsoon season. Kohoj fort History: The fort is believed to be around 800 years old and is mentioned in the Purandar treaty along with 22 other forts which were surrendered by Shivaji Maharaj to the Mughals on 11 June 1665. The trek to Kohoj takes about two and a half hours to reach the main plateau from Vaghote village which is situated at the base of the fort.
Category: Moderate-level trek/hike suitable for beginners.
Duration: One-day trek
Height: 610 Meters / 2000 feet
Batch Size: 25 Participants only
(We do not take a crowd of 80-100 people on treks, it's against our safety policy.)
Fees: (with website booking discount)
Rs.1400 750/- per person participants need to reach the base village in their own vehicle.
Rs.2600 1250/- per person with a pickup and drop from Mumbai
Kohoj Fort Trek - Major attractions:
Heart-shaped saltwater lake
Trek to the 800-year-old fort through a lush green path
The thrill of walking through lush green forest during the night trek
Temple ruins
Stone Man Pinnacle
Mesmerizing view from the top.
Sunrise Special Trek
Photography - be ready to get clicked
Last but not the least, "Masti & Thrill" a USP of Mischief Treks.
Detailed Itinerary - Kohoj Fort Trek
Meeting Point:
Bus Pickup: Dadar - 10:20 pm for those opting for bus pickup.
Virar Phata at 12.30 am for those opting to travel in their own vehicle till the base village.
Three hours prior to the event date and time, we will be creating a WhatsApp group for coordination purposes. Exact GPS locations for each pickup point, coordinator contact, Live location of bus, etc will be shared in the group.
Pickup points
10:30 pm: Dadar East - Grand Mama's Cafe
10:45 pm: Bandra - Kala Nagar WEH Bus Stop
11:05 pm: Andheri - WEH Metro Station Bus Stop
11:25 pm: Goregaon - Pathanwadi Oberoi Mall
11:45 pm: Borivli - Omkareshwar temple / National park bus stop.
12:00 am: GhodBundar (Fountain Hotel)
12:30 am: Vasai Phata
12:37 am: Virar Phata (Those coming by own vehicle need to meet here and follow our vehicle to the trek location in their own vehicle.)
Plan for the Night
01:50 AM - Reach base village and freshen up
Then we would be having a short introduction session and safety instructions round and start the trek by 02:30 am
We'll be reaching the plateau on top by 06:00 am, from here we would witness the sunrise and explore the fort.
After munching and a tiny dabba-party to regain your energy levels, we will start descending by 08:00 am.
Reach base and have breakfast, post breakfast we would start our return journey to Mumbai
Reach Dadar tentatively by 12:00 pm depending on traffic conditions
Kohoj Fort - Trek Fees include
Private Bus Transport- Non AC (If opted for)
Breakfast and Tea
Govt / Local Body Charges as applicable
Trek expertise charges
Basic First Aid
Exclusions
Any personal expenses such as soft drinks etc.
Any emergency evacuations/rescue (if required)
Any other expenses that are not mentioned above.
Things to carry for Kohoj Fort Trek
Identity proof.
Good and reliable trekking shoes and extra pair of floaters.
Water (minimum 2 Ltrs) Compulsory.
Torch with extra batteries - do not depend on the phone. (Compulsory)
Keep your phone fully charged.
Mosquito repellent (optional)
Some ready-to-eat food like biscuits, plum cake, etc to keep your tummy happy.
Medicines (if you need any), Glucon D / Electrol / Enerzyl Powder (We will have a basic first aid kit with us).
A haversack to put all your things. Your hands need to be free while trekking.
And the most important thing, carry a lot of enthusiasm and team spirit.
You should not carry:
Jholas/sling bag.
Do not wear sandals, floater, chappal, or ballerinas.
Please avoid wearing Jewelry.
Alcohol or any narcotic substance.
Caution:
Avoid wearing jewelry.
Consumption of alcohol or any narcotic substance is strictly prohibited.
Wear full clothes and do not use deodorant or perfume
How to Reach Kohoj Fort meeting point:
To get accurate travel info for reaching the meeting point for Kohoj Trek, and then moving further to the base village
1. Open the Google search tab
2. Type the following words in the search window "My location to Virar phata distance" -AND- same can be done for your location to any pickup point to find exact info.
3. You shall get the exact time required to travel, modes of travel, and distance (kilometers) from your location
IMPORTANT: Please make sure you are physically fit to complete the event and before registration, you have gone through all the details, Itinerary, FAQ, Points to note, About-Us, Fees, and Disclaimer. Do not register for events without reading and understanding the details mentioned on the event details page.
Points to Note and FAQ's
Following are the frequently asked questions regarding Kohoj Fort trek.
Q. How do I get all the details about the trek, like charges, meeting time, pickup time and location, inclusion, exclusion, things to carry, etc? Can someone read it out for me on phone?
Ans. All the details are mentioned on this page itself, once you scroll up you will all info on your screen. Sorry we do not verbally provide details on phone as it usually creates lot of misunderstanding and miscommunication. Also, its extremely important to read and understand all the details before you book the event so that you have absolute clarity. If something mentioned on this page is confusing , you can get clarity on chat by clicking on chat with us button on top. To discuss things that are not mentioned on this website we can arrange a callback from one of our trek leaders.
Q: I have booked/paid for the event, is my booking confirmed for the event?
Ans. No !, your booking can become invalid if you do not submit the "Most Important Details" required for emergency situations. For any Trek/Adventure event the organizers need to have your details at least 24 hours prior to the event. We do not allow anyone to the campsite until we have complete and authentic details of the person. This info is crucial in case of an emergency and is a mandatory KYC parameter. The link for the "personal details form" will be sent on WhatsApp immediately after you complete the booking instructions mentioned on the website. Submitting incomplete/incorrect/fake details in the form will make your booking invalid and no refund will be provided in such case.
Q. Why is submitting emergency contact details and KYC information mandatory?
Ans. Its a standard protocol and also a guideline by Govt of India. We are accountable for every "Human-Body" present at our campsite or trek is our responsibility and in case of any unfortunate event we will be asked by authorities to provide all relevant information about you. In order to comply with the authorities we have to take authentic information from you. Fake/Incomplete information or non-submission of the details will make your ticket (paid amount) invalid and no refund will be provided in such case. You will not be allowed to participate in the event.
Q. If I have opted for "with transport", which vehicle will be provided?
Ans. Transport from Mumbai is generally provided by bus. The bus capacity varies with reference to participant count. 17 seater, 26 Seater, 32 seater etc .. , if the participant count is low we may opt for Qualis/Sumo/ Tavera for transport
Q. Does the cancellation policy/rescheduling policy apply to me if I book on event day or last day?
Ans: Yes, the policy is applicable irrespective of the booking date. The cancellation / reschedule policy is applicable to everyone with immediate effect from the date and time of booking. The refunds/rescheduling requests will be processed based on the date and time of cancellation/reschedule request sent to us and the date and time of booking the event are irrelevant.
Q. What is the basis of cancellation/reschedule policy in case of medical or personal emergency of participant or organizing team?
Ans: The cancellation policy is based on fairness towards the participant and the organizing team. In case of medical/personal emergency, the loss arising out of cancellation/reschedule will be borne by the respective person. i.e. if the organizing team faces an emergency situation and the event gets canceled, the participant will not have to suffer financial loss. Similarly, if the participant faces an emergency situation, the organizing team will not have to suffer financial loss. The cancellation policy is designed with a completely unbiased approach towards the participant and organizing team and is aimed at fairness towards both.
Q. What if there is an issue with transport, i.e. the bus breaks down, AC is not working, tyre gets punctured? will we get a refund?
Ans. Mischief Treks as a team conducts treks only. All the support functions like transport, food etc are sourced from various other vendors to help the participants have it streamlined. Equipment failure can happen any time with any piece of machinery and we can try to get a replacement/repair from the vendor. This may consume time and the trek leader may decide to continue the trek as deemed fit to get the event completed. We as well as the participants have to bare with it. There are no refunds possible in such case. The Trek leader's decision to terminate the trek or continue the trek with available resources will be final and binding.
Q. We are coming by our own vehicle for the event, where should we reach for the event?
Ans. You need to reach the Meeting point at scheduled meeting time. This is where we will be meeting, from here you can follow our vehicles. You will be given exact coordinates after you finish booking formalities. We will be creating a WhatsApp group for coordination, you will be provided all relevant details in the group. Please do not be late, we cannot keep other participants waiting. If you are not able to reach on time you will be considered a Drop-Out and no refund will be provided in such case.
Q. How many people will be coming for the trek?
Ans. Depends on the number of people booking the event. Generally, the batch size is approximately 20-25 participants. Kothaligad is a Public place and we have no access to data on other organizers' bookings hence we cannot comment on the exact number of people planning to visit this place on a given date.
Q. Is this Trek safe for solo participants?
Ans. Yes Trek is safe and comfortable. Mostly 40% of the participants come solo and blend in with the trek leaders and the rest of the group.
Q. Is this Trek safe for girls?
Ans. Mischief Treks has a track record of making our trekking and camping events extremely safe for girls. Normally 60 – 75 % of our participants are females.
Q. What will be the age group for this event ?
Ans. Generally the age group is between 18yrs to 28 years. We also have had kids as young as 3 years and elders above 60 years for this event.
Q. How long is the Trek?
Ans. Normally it takes two hours to ascend and two hours to descend.
Q. Can we pay in cash or installment ?
Ans. Sorry we do not accept cash payments. For installment scheme you will have to pay one-time processing fee of Rs.500 per person.
Q. What is the last date of booking the Trek?
Ans. Bookings close once tickets are sold out. Ideally you need to book atleast 2-3 days in advance.
Q. How should I book the event?
Ans. All you have to do is press the Register button on this page and follow the instructions.
Q. How do we get in touch after reaching meeting point?
Ans. We will be creating a whatsapp group for coordination where you will be provided all the necessary information regarding contact person, exact point to meet etc..
Q. Will we be returning at exact time mentioned in the itinerary?
Ans. The Itinerary is for reference purpose only, it is based on average time taken during our previous events. Actual timeline for a particular date depends on Weather conditions, Traffic Conditions, Participants speed and endurance.
Non-Crowded Treks and Waterfall location Events
We at Mischief Treks do not believe in overcrowding our batches of treks and tours. Yes, we do keep getting requests to reduce our charges or provide discounts like others and increase the count of participants, But, Neyyyy... we won't do that. We believe in having better and safe experience rather than following the crowd.
Cancellation, Rescheduling & Refund Policy.
90% will be refunded if canceled 15 days (360+ hrs) in advance.
75% will be refunded if canceled 10 days (240+ hrs) in advance.
50% will be refunded if canceled 05 days (120+ hrs) in advance.
0% refund if canceled in less than 05 days (120 hours) of the event date and time.
0% refund if the participant drops out, misses bus pickup, does not reach the meeting point on the scheduled date and time.
If the event itself gets canceled, you will be given the option to switch to any other event or any other date, Or you can opt for 100% refund. If you need to cancel your current booking and/or reschedule your booking to any other date, it can be done free of cost if the rescheduling request is sent 120 hours prior to the trek. From 0hrs - 120 hours prior to trek date and time, free rescheduling is not permitted. It will be counted as cancellation done in less than 120hours of event date and time. It's a humble request, please do not give medical reasons, crib, argue or try to blackmail us if you drop out or cancel/reschedule the trek in the last 5 days. The basis of the cancelation policy is to protect the participant and also the organizers from undue financial losses arising out of unforeseen situations. If the event gets canceled due to the medical/personal emergency of the organising team member, the participants will not have to suffer financial loss. Similarly, if there is a medical/personal emergency at the participant's end, the organizing team will not have to suffer financial loss.
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Kohoj Fort Trek
Venue: Kohoj Fort, Maharashtra.
Address: Kohoj Fort, Vaghote, Maharashtra 421303, India
Category: Weekend Getaway | Trek | Event
Charges: 750.00 onwards | Discount Offer
Event Conducted By: Mischief Treks
Official URL: https://www.mischieftreks.com/tours/kohoj-fort-trek
Kohoj Fort Event Dates and Time
Sat | 2023-03-25 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-03-26 | 06:00
Sat | 2023-04-01 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-04-02 | 06:00
Sat | 2023-04-08 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-04-09 | 06:00
Sat | 2023-04-15 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-04-16 | 06:00
Sat | 2023-04-22 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-04-23 | 06:00
Sat | 2023-04-29 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-04-30 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-05-07 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-05-14 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-05-21 | 06:00
Sun | 2023-05-28 | 06:00