History: This fort was built by Bhoj Raja to keep eye on Alibag Khopoli Route. In 1657, Shivaji Maharaj conqured this fort and took it under Maratha region. In Purandar Treaty Maratha’s handed over Manikgad to Moghuls. In 1713, Sarkhel Kanhoji Angre took this fort from Shahu Maharaj. The fort was used as a watch tower and offers a commanding view from top.
What to see on Manikgad …..
Maruti Mandir with Shivalinga
Bastions of the fort well in condition.
Foodgrain storage house
Water Cisterns
Remains of old structure
Remains of Grinding machine (Jate)
From the fort top we can have glimpse of Matheran, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Karnala, Chanderi, Karnala & Malang-gad
Itinerary:
Reach Panvel station at 7:04 am
Reach the base village via local transport
Fresh up, breakfast and get ready for trek, start trek by 8:30am
Reach top by 11.30am, have packed lunch, proceed for sight seeing
Start descending by 2.30pm, back to base by 4pm
The cost for the trek is Rs 450/- per head
which includes Travelling from Panvel to panvel
Morning and Evening Refreshments,
GBP Expertise Charges
Pay 250/- to book your seat and rest amount at the time of departure
Once payment is done, please send an email to gypsybackpacker@gmail.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, Email ID, and Cell Number
Bank Name: HDFC Bank
Account ID: 50100067371764
Account Type: Savings Bank Account
Account name: Ms.Geeta Chhabria
Branch: Bhandup (W) branch
IFSC code: HDFC0000967
Things to Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
Lunch for the day
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory),
Ready to eat food, like plum cakes, chocolate bar, some snacks & biscuits etc.
Electoral or Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder.
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks. (Please avoid Sports / Canvas Shoes)
Rules:
1. Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
2. Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding.
3. Gypsy Back Packer reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.
4. Short pants, Hot pants, Sleeveless, low neck, figure hugging shirts/tops not allowed.
P.S payment non refundable for last min cancellation.
For Confirmations and Further Details please contact on the below given numbers …
Geeta Chhabria 8898666597
Pankaj Pimpare – 9665610168
for more details visit us on: www.gypsybackpacker.com
What to see on Manikgad …..
Maruti Mandir with Shivalinga
Bastions of the fort well in condition.
Foodgrain storage house
Water Cisterns
Remains of old structure
Remains of Grinding machine (Jate)
From the fort top we can have glimpse of Matheran, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Karnala, Chanderi, Karnala & Malang-gad
Itinerary:
Reach Panvel station at 7:04 am
Reach the base village via local transport
Fresh up, breakfast and get ready for trek, start trek by 8:30am
Reach top by 11.30am, have packed lunch, proceed for sight seeing
Start descending by 2.30pm, back to base by 4pm
The cost for the trek is Rs 450/- per head
which includes Travelling from Panvel to panvel
Morning and Evening Refreshments,
GBP Expertise Charges
Pay 250/- to book your seat and rest amount at the time of departure
Once payment is done, please send an email to gypsybackpacker@gmail.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, Email ID, and Cell Number
Bank Name: HDFC Bank
Account ID: 50100067371764
Account Type: Savings Bank Account
Account name: Ms.Geeta Chhabria
Branch: Bhandup (W) branch
IFSC code: HDFC0000967
Things to Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
Lunch for the day
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory),
Ready to eat food, like plum cakes, chocolate bar, some snacks & biscuits etc.
Electoral or Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder.
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks. (Please avoid Sports / Canvas Shoes)
Rules:
1. Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
2. Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding.
3. Gypsy Back Packer reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.
4. Short pants, Hot pants, Sleeveless, low neck, figure hugging shirts/tops not allowed.
P.S payment non refundable for last min cancellation.
For Confirmations and Further Details please contact on the below given numbers …
Geeta Chhabria 8898666597
Pankaj Pimpare – 9665610168
for more details visit us on: www.gypsybackpacker.com