Kanhergad(Nashik)

Kanhergad(Nashik)

Maharashtra, NashikDay hikes

Range

Ajanta Satmaal

Altitude

1091m

Difficulty

Medium

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About Kanhergad(Nashik)

Kanhergad (Nashik): A Historic Fort on the Ajanta Satmaal Range. This Sahyadri mountain range section spans from Surgana in Nasik to Chandvad. Kanhergad was historically significant amongst the forts in this area.

Best time to visit

All year round / Check local forecast

Places to See

Explore the Fort's Must-See Sights! * **Key Features:** Rock-cut bastion, 'Nedha' (rock hole), extensive mountain top path. * **Time Needed:** Approx. 1 hour. * **What You'll Find:** 6-7 water cisterns, ShivLing, rock-cut cave (facing Dhodap fort), and old mansion remnants. * **Epic Views:** From the eastern side, spot Saptashrungi, Markandya, Rawlya-Jawlya, Dhodap, Kanchna, and Handya forts\!

Journey & Transport

How to Reach

**2 Ways to the Ridge (Then 1 hr to Top)** Both paths lead to the ridge between Kanhergad and the adjoining mountain. **Caution:** The ascent is steep with some scree. **Route 1: Via Nasik - Kalvan**1. Reach Otur village on Nasik – Kalvan road. 2. Walk 30 min to Kanherwadi village. 3. Path from Kanherwadi takes 1 hr to reach the ridge.**Route 2: Via Nasik - Nanduri**1. Reach Nanduri village from Nasik. 2. Reach Athamba village (6 km from Nanduri). 3. Reach “Sadadvihir” village (2 km from Athamba). 4. Path from Sadadvihir takes \~30 min to reach the ridge.

Facilities

  • StayFort Accommodation: Cave space fits 5-6 people.
  • FoodNo Food Facilities On-Site
  • WaterDrinking Water: Tanks Available