DifficultyModerate
Duration2 Days / 1 Night
Max Altitude3,861 ft (1,177m)
Starting Price₹2,499/person
Best SeasonOctober – April
RegionSatara District, Maharashtra
Trek Highlights
- Boat ride across the stunning Koyana (Shivsagar) reservoir — mandatory for access
- Trek through Chandoli National Park dense jungle — leopard and tiger territory
- Vasota or 'Vyaghragad' (Tiger Fort) — one of the most atmospheric forts in Maharashtra
- Ancient Vageshwari Devi temple inside the fort
- Completely isolated from roads — accessible only by boat + trek
- Best for those who want a true wilderness fort experience
Itinerary
09:00 PM
Day 1: Depart Mumbai overnight
04:00 AM
Arrive Bamnoli ghat. Rest and breakfast
08:00 AM
Boat across Shivsagar Lake to Metindghat (1 hr boat ride)
09:00 AM
Begin jungle trek through dense Chandoli forest
12:00 PM
Reach Vasota fort. Temple, explore ruins
01:30 PM
Lunch inside fort
03:00 PM
Fort exploration and descent to base camp
05:00 PM
Overnight camp near Metindghat
06:00 AM
Day 2: Breakfast and return boat across lake
10:00 AM
Depart for Mumbai
04:00 PM
Arrive Mumbai
What's Included
Included ✓
- Transport return
- Boat ride (both ways)
- Expert guide
- All meals
- Tent/overnight camping
- National park entry permits
Not Included ✗
- Personal gear
- Tips
- Extra boat charges if delayed
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we really see tigers?
Vasota is inside tiger territory. Sightings are possible but not guaranteed. Leopard and bison sightings are more common.
Is the boat ride safe?
Yes — licensed boats operate the Koyana reservoir regularly. Life jackets provided.
Why is it called Tiger Fort?
'Vyaghragad' translates to Tiger Fort — named for the wildlife that inhabits the surrounding jungle, which remains dense and largely untouched.