Ghanchakkar Trek - Bhairavgad (Shirpunje)
Sasikanth, Vijay Kumar Guntriddi
Lead Trek LeadersStarting point / Destination
- Ghanchakkar Top
Bhairavgad Fort Shirpunje & Ghanchakkar Mountain Trek Explore Longest Ladder Route & Third Highest Peak of the Sahyadri.
Date
Jun 26 - 29, 2026
Duration
2 Nights / 3 Days
Altitude
5,026 ft
Group
10+ Years
Price
₹5,800
Event Details
About:
Ghanchakkar 1,532 metres (5,026 ft) is the third highest peak in the Maharashtra State under Sahyadri mountain ranges in western India.
Ghanchakkar is 4th highest peak in Maharashtra its neighbor gavaldeo peak is the 3rd highest.
Event Video: https://youtu.be/42hmTuVuTAY?si=SLeI5jxjj0OuOYbp
Trek Duration: Ghanchakkar Peak Climb 3 hours ascend and 2 hours descend
✔️ One of chilling place with Valley of Flowers
✔️ Longest Ladder trail setup in Sahyadris Range
Base Village: Shirpunje village near Rajur, Ahmednagar District
Places: Bhairavgad (Shirpunje), Ghanchakkar, Randha waterfalls
Itinerary
Friday: Departure
- 6:00 PM: Depart from Hyderabad to Manmad by train 17064 - AJANTA EXP.
Saturday
- 8:15 AM: Arrive at Manmad.
- 9:30 AM: Begin our scenic road journey in a private vehicle enroute with a tasty breakfast stop along the way.
- 12:30 PM: Lunch en route.
- 2:30 PM: We will cover Waterfalls and spend some time
- 3:30 PM : We will head towards Shirpunje Base village
- 5:00 PM: Reach base village and relax
Sunday
- 3:30 AM: Wake up and freshen up.
- 4:00 AM: Start ascending to Bhairavgad (Shirpunje) and followed by Ghanchakkar peak (Given 6-7 hours to GoUp + descend)
- 12:00 PM: Reach base village, have lunch.
- 1:00 PM: Start from Base village and Leave to Manmad Junction.
- 8:00 PM : Catch train AJANTA EXPRESS (17063) leave from Manmad Junction
Monday
- 9:00 AM: Reach Hyderabad.
Things to Wear / Carry
Clothing
- Comfortable track pants or trousers. Strictly no jeans or shorts.
- T-shirt, preferably long-sleeved.
- Shoes with good sole grip are a must. Strictly no sandals or chappals.
- Cap, hat, goggles, and sunscreen.
- Sweater and raincoat as per the weather.
- Do not leave long hair open, especially for rappelling. Hair should not cover your face or eyes.
- No jewelry, including finger rings or earrings.
- Clip finger and toe nails to a comfortable length. Long nails are absolutely not allowed.
Packing List
- Two liters of water per person.
- Vegetables like cucumber, carrot, and radish. Fruits like banana, dates, apple, and orange.
- Minimal snacks, energy drinks (ORS, Electral), and dry fruits for the hike.
- A small backpack to carry the above items.
- One cover to carry your trash from the venue.
What's Included
- Experienced Mountain Guide & Cooking Staff
- Centralized Camping Equipment (Tents, Sleeping Bags)
- Toilet Tents at Every Camp Site
- General First Aid Kit & Regular Medical Checkups
- All Vegetarian Meals
- Forest Entry & All Permits
- Transportation (Dehradun to Raithal & Back, Private Vehicle)
- Certificate
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Event Location
Starting point / Destination
- Ghanchakkar Top
Bhairavgad Fort Shirpunje & Ghanchakkar Mountain Trek Explore Longest Ladder Route & Third Highest Peak of the Sahyadri.
Important Terms 🚨
- Strictly no alcohol, intoxicants, strong drinks, or smoking from the start to the end of the event.
- All members should exercise social responsibility during the event and refrain from littering, shouting in wilderness areas, or engaging in any activities that could disrupt the natural ecology. A fine of Rs. 100 will be charged if found littering.
- Event hosts retain the authority to adjust the itinerary as needed, including the addition or exclusion of members, and modifications to routes, activities, timings, and durations, depending on prevailing circumstances and weather conditions.
- The event host's decision is final in all matters. Our primary concern is ensuring everyone's safety, and we greatly appreciate your cooperation in this regard.
Frequently Asked Questions
To secure your spot, please make an advance payment of ₹3000/- (non-refundable).
Slots are limited and will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis only after the payment is received.
This will help us in booking train tickets for everyone.
🔹 Phase 1 (Early Registrations):
Train tickets will be booked based on current availability and RAC status, prioritizing options with the highest chances of confirmation.
🔹 Phase 2 (Late Registrations):
For those who join later, if regular tickets are unavailable, Tatkal tickets will be booked a day before departure (subject to availability).
> 💰 Note: Tatkal bookings will incur an additional charge of approx. ₹650/-.
- Ticket confirmation is not guaranteed until successfully booked.
- If we're unable to confirm your ticket, a refund will be processed after deducting standard IRCTC cancellation charges (approx. ₹60–₹120).
Seats will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis only after advance payment is received.
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- A refund (excluding ticket cancellation charges) will only be issued if ClimbOn cancels the event due to unforeseen circumstances.
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- No refund will be provided for cancellations made within 7 days of the event or in case of a no-show.
- Any additional costs incurred due to itinerary changes or delays caused by natural calamities, roadblocks, vehicle breakdowns, or other factors beyond our control will be borne by the participant.
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