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Kalavantin is located in Panvel, and the summit is around 2300 ft and, it is the 686-meter high mountain in the Western Ghats, near the Prabalgad fort in Maharashtra’s Raigad district. Trekking, camping, and local event services are available in Kalavantin. It’s also known as Kelve Teen, Kalavantinicha Sulka, or Kalavantin Pinnacle. It’s a veritably popular trekking destination. You can enjoy tent and fire camping, games, and local specialties prepared on wooden challah, as well as treks to Kalavantin. Crab hunting, fireflies and night forest safari, tribal Holi celebration, forest fruits, and vegetable darshan are some of the most popular and unique special seasonal events.
On the old Mumbai-Pune route, Kalavantin Durg was utilized as a watchtower and is positioned immediately adjacent to Prabalgad Fort. The beautiful rock-cut steps that zigzag their way up the mountain to take you to the summit of the fort are the highlight of this walk. You can get a panoramic view from the top, and you gain the thrilling experience that has been exposed, climbing via the stairs.
Kalavantin Village provides basic camping amenities with spectacular views for the outdoor enthusiast. From Kalavantin you can also visit neighboring forts such as Karnala Fort, Panvel City, Matheran, Irshalgad, and Morbe Dam. It is a well-known trekking location in the Navi Mumbai area. Kalavantin is surrounded by lush green forest and offers wonderful trekking opportunities. Campers are well-cared by the locals, even there are homestays or tents with home-cooked meals. During the pre-monsoon season, you can watch fireflies dancing throughout the village. The campsite can also be used for short-term private projects and other privately organized activities.
The mesmerizing decor from this watchtower will surely give you a memory to cherish for a continuance. The remarkable thing about this journey is the amazing gemstone-cut way that winds up its way up the mountain to take you to the top of the stronghold. Enthral in the panoramic view from the top, feel the exhilaration of an exposed rise via the stairs. Kalavantin Durg is also listed among the 33 Most Beautiful Abandoned Places in one of the blogs. Witness a wide variety of foliage and fauna as you journey. Enjoy the wide shots of lovely green mountains and narrow denes as you continue your trail. Enjoy the trip, enthrall with the beautiful winding trails leading you to the top with this pleasing journey to Kalavantin Durg.
When trekking in the Kalavantin, there is a moderate difficulty level compared to other places. Depending on an individual’s fitness level, it generally takes around 3 to 5 hours to complete the trek. This is one of the most suitable treks near Mumbai, and the difficulty level is intermediate, not suitable for beginners. It can carry 3 to 4 hours, depending on when you start. If you start your tracking earlier, there will be a lesser crowd, and you can climb faster and enjoy the view from the top.
Packages Cost
1) With Transportation₹1499/-
2) Without Transportation₹999/-
