Pratapgad Trek Routes
Trekking up Pratapgad is not a very popular option and since not many venture into the forest with steep slopes there is no trekking trails tha one could follow, however there is a tarmac road that takes the visitor right upto the foot of the fort. Pratapgad however is a popular destination with bikers who multiple destination in the same trip. Pratapgad is couupled with Raigad fort, Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani or Tapola.
Pratapgad is popular due to its well preserved fortifications and the panoramic view that it offers. Almost at the same height as Mahabaleshwar Pratapgad offers a 360 degree view of the valleys.
If you have to go trekking you could either go to Raigad famous for the ropeway or Tapola and visit Vasota, the most popular jungle trek, both of which are about 50 kms from Pratapgad.
Adventure in Panchgani
Panchgani, notwithstanding the sedate laid back vibe that it emanates is a also a destination for the adventure sports enthusiast. Panchgani is a pseudo head quarter for the parasailing activities in Maharashtra and the activity is conducted through out the year but for the monsoons. There are many trekking routes also near Panchgani including couple of forts
Circular bike trips is a very popular option with bikers from Pune in which the route take is Pune to Chandni chowk, Mangaon, Raigad fort Poladpur to Pratapgad and back to Pune. Normaly its a one day trip however a few extend it by camping in Tapola and visiting Vasota also in the same trip. If you dont want to make it hectic you can stop at Mahabaleshwar or Panchgani and return the next day.
Mahabaleshwar is a popular holiday destination and honeymoon spot and is known for the honey and strawberries produced here. Venna Lake is one of the major tourist attractions of Mahabaleshwar. Scores of magnificent scenic perennial springs, streams, and waterfalls of Mahabaleshwar plateau, with its year round superb climate makes it a attractive get away for a weekend.
Tapola - Base of Vasota Trek..
Tapola famously called the mini Kashmir of the west is a rustic hamlet with a magnificent lake - Shivsagar. Tapola is at the end of the road and practically a dead end! Tapola is the base for Vasota trek, the most popular jungle trek near Pune and Mumbai.
Mahabaleshwar - The Queen of Hills..
Distance from Major cities..
