Alang Madan Kulang Trek (AMK)

The AMK Triple — three of Maharashtra's most challenging and technically demanding fortresses linked in one continuous ridge traverse. The ultimate Sahyadri bucket list trek.

Hard 3 Days / 2 Nights 5,183 ft (1,580m)
DifficultyHard
Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
Max Altitude5,183 ft (1,580m)
Starting Price₹3,499/person
Best SeasonNovember – February
RegionNashik District, Maharashtra

Trek Highlights

  • AMK Triple — three consecutive fort summits in one continuous 3-day traverse
  • Alang (5,183 ft), Madan (4,757 ft), and Kulang (4,593 ft) — all in sequence
  • Technical rock patches, overhanging ledges, and vertical chimneys
  • Some of the most remote and unspoilt scenery in Maharashtra
  • Overnight camps at wild forest clearings — no crowds, no phone signal
  • For experienced trekkers: 10+ treks minimum recommended

Itinerary

09:00 PM
Day 1: Depart Mumbai overnight
05:00 AM
Arrive Ambewadi base village. Rest, breakfast
07:00 AM
Begin ascent towards Alang — dense forest and rocky trail
01:00 PM
Reach Alang summit (5,183 ft). Explore and descend to ridge camp
06:00 PM
Wild camp at saddle between Alang and Madan. Dinner
05:30 AM
Day 2: Early start for Madan peak ascent — most technical section
09:00 AM
Madan summit. Challenging descent to Madan-Kulang saddle
01:00 PM
Lunch at saddle camp
03:00 PM
Ascent of Kulang — the widest and most plateau-like summit
06:00 PM
Camp at Kulang top. Sunset and dinner
06:00 AM
Day 3: Sunrise, breakfast, full descent via Kulang route
12:00 PM
Reach base village. Lunch and depart
06:00 PM
Arrive Mumbai

What's Included

Included ✓

  • AC transport Mumbai return
  • Expert guide with technical terrain certification
  • All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 3 lunch (6 meals)
  • Wild camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats)
  • Ropes and safety equipment for technical sections
  • Porters for group gear (base to camp)

Not Included ✗

  • Personal sleeping bag (mandatory — temperatures drop below 10°C)
  • Personal trekking gear and boots
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this trek for?

Experienced trekkers with 10+ completed treks including Hard-level climbs. Physical fitness, mental resilience, and comfort with exposure are required.

Is it dangerous?

The AMK is challenging but not dangerous with the right guide. Our team has done this route 100+ times. Technical sections have rope assistance.

What makes AMK special?

Very few trek organizers in Maharashtra run the full AMK triple. Most do just one fort. We do all three in a continuous traverse — it's genuinely rare.

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