Sagargad Fort, <em>Raigad</em>
Raigad

Sagargad Fort, Raigad

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About Sagargad Fort

Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, sunrise and sunset 

Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours

Tickets: Free Entry

Nearest Railway Station: Pen Railway Station, about 20 km away

Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, about 87 km away

Nearest Bus Stop: Panvel Bus Stand, about 52 km away


Sagargad Fort combines rich Maratha history and lush wilderness, making it an absolute dream for trekkers, history enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike. The 2–2½ hour trek starts in Khandale village and goes up a forested path that winds past streams and the impressive Dhondane (Siddheshwar) waterfall. Furthermore, trekkers pass the Mahishasurmardini temple and a spring tank fed by Gomukh, both providing stunning resting places.


At the entrance to the plateau, you can see the ruins of a Y-shaped fortification with five bastions, ramparts, and the broken main gate between two towers. There is a small shrine to Shiva-lingam, idols of Ganesha and Mahishasurmardini. And, the fascinating "Monkey Point" on the cliffside, a historic location where prisoners with death sentences were thrown off the cliff.


At the top, which is 1,357 feet high, you can see a lot of Alibaug's green areas, nearby forts like Manikgad, and even the Arabian Sea on clear days. Now, a monastery called Siddheshwar Temple Ashram offers places to stay for brave people who want to spend the night. The trek is not too hard, but it is refreshing, and the fort, though small, is full of Maratha bravery and natural beauty.

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Sagargad Fort Highlights

• Learn about the rich history, which involves the capture of Shivaji Maharaj in 1660, later losing and regaining the fort via historic treaties, at the historic Sagargad Fort. 
• Trek through forested trails and cross the scenic Dhondane waterfall en route to the fort.
• Explore ancient temples, including the Mahishasurmardini shrine, Siddheshwar temple, and potable Gomukh water tank.
• P Marvel at the “Monkey Point,” a cliff once reportedly used to execute condemned prisoners. 
• Admire sweeping panoramic views of Alibaug, Mirgad, Manikgad, and glimpses of the Arabian Sea.

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Point of Interest for Sagargad Fort

Trek from Khandale & Dhondane Waterfall

Trek from Khandale & Dhondane Waterfall

Start the 2.5-hour trek from Khandale village on the Alibag–Pen Road, which goes through mixed forest, streams, and rough stone steps. The Siddheshwar waterfall (Dhodhane) falls dramatically in the middle of the trek during the monsoon season, making the trek feel even wilder. Stop by the Mahishasurmardini temple and the Gomukh-fed water tank, which are both old rest stops that have a lot of rustic charm.

Explore the Summit Ruins & Shrines

Explore the Summit Ruins & Shrines

On top of Sagargad's Y-shaped plateau, you can see the remains of five bastions, a moat that is no longer in use, a secret door, and small shrines with idols of Ganesha and Mahishasurmardini, as well as a Shiva lingam. These intertwined spiritual relics from the Maratha period show both religious worship and life in a fort in a wide-open space.

Witness the Vanartok (“Monkey Point”) Cliff

Stand at the famous Vanartok cliff edge, which is a straight drop that was once used to kill prisoners. The view from the top is filled with strange silence and wide views of thick woods. It adds to the fort's dramatic look and gives us a look into historical justice and ritual practices.

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Brajesh Jain24 Dec 2019
5.0
Booked: Sagargad Trek Raigad

Definitely worth the second visit, the place is mesmerizing, nice staff and nice trekkers, and unforgettable memory. 100% recommended trek

Mukul Ahluwalia8 Jan 2020
5.0
Booked: Sagargad Trek Raigad

Another awesome tour by Thrillophilia I was so impressed by the planned from the base village we start the trek, all the way was great and nice lunch at the top with the amazing views...Both ascent and descent were perfect

Gopi Ahluwalia6 Dec 2019
5.0
Booked: Sagargad Trek Raigad

Trekking track is suitable for everyone along the way nature surprises us with many things, reaching the top the view from there was really fantastic, our guide was very welcoming and kind all the way encourage us and shared good experienced with us, the tour was properly organized with foods, walked everything time was fixed which make the tour succeded

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Sagargad Fort, located about 1,357 feet up in the Raigad hills, combines exploration of local history with nature. Its story begins in the small village of Khandale, where a shaded path leads through forested slopes, streams, and the seasonal Dhondane waterfall, which is especially beautiful during the monsoon season. The two-hour trek leads to a Y-shaped plateau fortress with five bastions. This was once a lively defensive structure under Shivaji Maharaj. It was taken from the Adil Shahi in 1660 and given back in the Treaty of Purandar. There are some old shrines on top, like the "Monkey Point" cliff, the "Mahishasurmardini/Ganesha temple," and the "Shiva lingam."From the top, you can see Alibaug's greenery, nearby forts like Manikgad and Mirgad, and on clear days, you can even see the Arabian Sea beyond. The fort is open from June to February, and the trek is very rewarding because it combines the beauty of the monsoon with the clarity of winter.

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