Overview

Visapur Fort Trek from Mumbai​

  • Visapur Fort Trek is one of the most thrilling day treks that passes from different villages, trails, and a stunning waterfall. The picturesque Fort is located near the village of Visapur and was built as a twin fort to the famous Lohagad fort is of its kind experience for thrill-seekers and trek enthusiasts. This trek is a perfect escape away from the crowded cities into the wilderness and mountains that keep calling you again and again.  

  • This trek is majorly conducted during Monsoons when there is greenery all around, the trees smell fresh, the cool breeze hits your face and clouds look like heaps of cotton candy it all together gives you a heavenly experience and refreshment which one needs to de-stress on weekends. A lot of people trek towards the fort on weekends, especially from Pune, Mumbai, and Lonavala due to its close accessibility. The Visapur Fort trek all takes about 2 hours from its base village trail to reach the summit for experienced trekkers.  

  • It was Built in the year 1713-1720 CE by Balaji Peshwa, The first Peshwa of the Maratha Empire it was built much later than the famous Lohagad fort but at a hill much above the Lohagad Fort. This fort was not much accessed and hence till today it has some remains of the ancient architecture and Peshwa empire ruins that attract history buffs every year.  

  • The fort has a huge carving of Lord Hanuman establishing that he was The Deity of the kingdom but the fort couldn't be intact since there were attacks on it by neighboring villages in order to expand their kingdom. The Britishers also attacked the Lohagad fort by placing cannons at the Visapur Fort thus conquering both the forts in 1800 AD. The fort is now taken care of by the Tourism Department of Maharashtra and remains a favorite trekking destination during the monsoons.  

  • A content creator's aesthetic dream when it rains, the trek gives you a feeling of walking through the clouds and gives peace to the mind and soul. This twin fort can be accessed via three routes-one from Patan Village, one from Bhaje Caves, and the third one from Gaimukh Khind. The trails are all full of greenery during the monsoon and barren during the rest of the year. The route towards the fort gives you an idea about how powerful the Maratha Kingdom was because of the resources available at this height.  

  • Visapur Fort Trek is a moderate elevation trek and is located at 3567ft. above sea level providing a spectacular view of its surroundings. It is suitable for beginners and gives you a great first-time experience. Accessible from Pune, Mumbai, and Lonavala easily via railways this fort is a history lover's window into the past era and one can easily imagine the grandeur it must have during the Maratha Empire's reign. The fort has caves, streams of water, a decorated arch, and some old houses. The interiors of the fort can be explored and can take a good 2 hours. 

Brief history of Visapur Fort

  • Visapur Fort was built during the early eighteenth century under Balaji Vishwanath, the first Peshwa of the Maratha Empire.
  • The fort formed part of the Lohagad–Visapur defensive system and occupied a strategic position overlooking the important Bhor Ghat trade route.
  • British forces captured Visapur in 1818 during the Third Anglo-Maratha War. Parts of its gateways and defensive structures were later damaged.
  • Today, visitors can see sections of the fortification walls, bastions, water-storage structures, caves, Hanuman carvings, stone grinders and remains of former buildings.

What makes Visapur Fort Trek special?

  1. Visapur offers a combination of monsoon adventure, fort history and a large summit plateau.
  2. Highlights include:
  • Seasonal water flowing over rocky steps
  • Misty forest sections
  • A large plateau with extensive ruins
  • Fortification walls and bastions
  • Historic water cisterns
  • Hanuman carvings
  • Old stone grinders
  • Views towards Lohagad Fort
  • Views of Tikona, Tung and the Maval landscape in clear weather
  • Easy access from Mumbai and Navi Mumbai
  • Suitable terrain for fit beginners

Visapur Trek Information:

  • Height: 1,084 m (3,556 ft)
  • Fort Trail: Fort trail
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Endurance: Medium
  • Length: Approx. 6-7  km
  • Location: Malavli, Maharashtra 410406
  • Distance from Mumbai: 103 km
  • Distance from Lonavala: 15km

Why choose Trekhievers for Visapur Fort Trek from Mumbai?

  • 12+ years of trekking experience: Our team has more than 12 years of on-ground trekking experience, including 9 years as an officially established company.
  • 1,000+ travellers served: More than 1,000 participants joined our treks last year.
  • Better safety and guidance: We provide approximately one trek leader for every 10 participants.
  • Mumbai-to-Mumbai transportation: Private AC bus transportation from selected Mumbai and Navi Mumbai pickup points is included.
  • Meals included: Breakfast, tea and vegetarian lunch are included.
  • Local charges included: Applicable local entry, parking and route-coordination charges are covered.
  • Complete coordination: Transportation, trek leaders, meals, basic first aid and on-ground support are managed by Trekhievers.
  • Suitable for beginners and solo travellers: Fit beginners, solo participants, women travellers and groups can join.
  • Weather-based decisions: The route may be changed, postponed or cancelled when rainfall or trail conditions become unsafe.

Batches : 

June 2026: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
July 2026: 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
August 2026: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
September 2026: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
October 2026: 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31

Note: We need a minimum of 6 people to operate Saturday batches, if not then it will be shifted to the Sunday batch.

Event Fees:

  • Mumbai: 1199/- 
  • Base Village: 699/-
1 Day 18 Jul, 19 Jul, 25 Jul, and more Malavli, Maharashtra
Itinerary

Mumbai: (Via Bus Transport)

  • Batch 1- SaturdaY 05:00 AM  to Saturday 10:00 PM
  • Batch 2- Sunday 05:00 AM  to Sunday 10:00 PM

Day 1

Inclusion :

  • Travel by Private AC bus 
  • Breakfast & Tea
  • Lunch ( Veg Thali )
  • Guide Charges.
  • Entry Charges.
  • Expertise Charges. 
  • First Aid Charges.

Exclusion :

  • Travel till pickup points
  • 5% Gst on booking tickets
  • Any kind of personal expense like Mineral water/lime water/ Soft Drinks/ Extra snacks or meals that are not included in the inclusions, purchased for personal consumption 
  • Any kind of cost which is not mentioned and included in the inclusion of this package.
  • All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
  • Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
  • Any kind of Insurance

How to book?

  • Click on the "BOOK NOW" button.
  • Select your departure date from the calendar and proceed.
  • Select your ticket type and quantity. (If you have a coupon code, apply at this stage)
  • Fill out our personal details and proceed.
  • Select your payment type (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking) and proceed.
  • Once your tickets are booked, you will receive tickets via email.
  • A WhatsApp group link will be sent to your WhatsApp number 10 hours prior to the departure.
  • Trek Leaders / Volunteers details will be shared on that WhatsApp group.

Things to carry:

(Highly Required and Mandatory Things)

  • ID proof
  • backpack (waterproof or covered with waterproof cover) 
  • trekking shoes or any sports shoes with a Good grip
  • Trekking pants (compulsory), 2 T-Shirts (Preferably full sleeves or Half T-shirt with sleeves), Raincoat/ waterproof jacket/ windcheater, Handnapkin/Towel, etc
  • Water 2-3 liters.
  • Ready to eat food like plum cakes, Dry fruits, dry snacks and biscuits, Chikki, chocolate bars, etc.
  • Torch 
  • Personal Medicines and Personal First aid 

(Required but Optional Things)

  • To change after trekking - Facewash, Extra pants/ shorts, Extra T-shirt, sleeper/ floaters, an extra bag to carry your trekking shoes, innerwear, etc
  • Sweater For bus journey
  • Electoral or Glucose D powder. 
  • Portable Phone Charger, Earphones, etc.
  • Sun protection cap, sunglasses, Sunscreen lotion, toothbrush-toothpaste, etc
  • Proper face mask or shield 
  • Sanitizer 
  • Extra Pair of clothes.

(Note: Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant,  this will protect your body and skin from Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles, etc)

Places to visit near Visapur Fort

  1. Lohagad Fort: Lohagad fort is easily reachable by taking a small detour on the same route and is great for shots and photography.
  2. Bhaje Buddhist Caves: There are a few natural caves that are accessible and this is one of them that is more than centuries old.
  3. Pawna Lake: Pawna lake and dam is a famous spot for camping and water activities for tourists visiting Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune. You can get easy accommodation at Pawna Lake
  4. Aamby Valley city: Built with the idea of high tech, an exclusive city this place has a lot of private bungalows, houses, and some amazing activities with a scenic view to offer.
  5. Karla Caves: These caves are famous for their Chaitya cave known as the hall of the period with some unusual carvings that are known to be dating as old as 160 C.E.
  6. Lonavala: A popular weekend getaway this hill station is a favorite amongst Mumbaikars and Punekars situated amidst lush green mountains with some easily accessible hotels and food.

Things to do during the Visapur Fort Trek

  • Experience the monsoon waterfall route: Walk through the seasonal section where rainwater flows over the rocky trail. Water flow depends on recent rainfall and cannot be guaranteed.
  • Explore the fort plateau: Visapur has a large plateau with ruins spread across a wide area. Walk only within safe and permitted sections.
  • See the Hanuman carvings:  Several Hanuman carvings and related structures can be found around the fort area.
  • Observe the water cisterns: The fort contains multiple water-storage structures. Do not enter the cisterns or drink untreated water from them.
  • Find the stone grinders: Large stone-grinding structures provide evidence of daily activity and construction on the fort.
  • View Lohagad Fort: Lohagad can be seen across the adjoining ridge when fog and clouds clear.
  • Photograph the Sahyadri landscape: Clear weather may provide views of Pawna Lake, Tikona, Tung and surrounding Maval hills.

How to reach Visapur Fort from Mumbai

  • With Trekhievers

Select the Mumbai-to-Mumbai package and report at your chosen pickup point.

Private AC bus transportation to the Malavli base region and return travel to Mumbai are included.

  • By train

Travel from Mumbai towards Lonavala.

From Lonavala or Malavli, use local transport towards the confirmed Bhaje, Patan or Lohagadwadi trailhead.

Confirm the operating route before starting.

  • By private vehicle

Travel towards Lonavala using the Mumbai–Pune Expressway or old highway.

Continue towards Malavli and the confirmed base location.

  • By Air: For trek enthusiasts willing to travel from different cities to this unique waterfall trek the nearest airport is Pune airport and you can hire a personal taxi or vehicle from Pune. It takes about the same time to reach as via road from Pune. The proposed nearest airport will be Navi Mumbai International airport in the coming future. With the ease to travel and easy accessibility, this trek is not worth missing.

Trekhievers Policies:

  • Seats will be reserved only after Online booking with full payment.
  • Fees paid are non-refundable but transferable to another person for the same event.
  • The complete schedule of the trek will be given later to registered participants on the WhatsApp group
  • Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule of the event in case it is required due to and according to any technical, environmental circumstances like govt. rules and regulations, weather, etc
  • Organizers hold the right to cancel any event and refund with prior notice to the participants
  • We strictly follow a no alcohol, no drugs, and no litter policy.

Cancellation Policy:

  • 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
  • 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
  • No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date
  • No show No Refund.
  • Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
  • Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.

Contact details:

Mukesh -7387642734 | Vrutti - 7304236273  |  Pravin - 7208620046 | Akshay - 7397823876

Disclaimer:

  • The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.

Facilities available during the Visapur Fort Trek

Transportation
Private AC bus transportation from scheduled Mumbai and Navi Mumbai pickup points is included.
Food
Breakfast with tea and vegetarian lunch are included.
Drinking water
Carry at least 2 litres of drinking water.
Do not depend on streams or fort cisterns.
Toilets
Basic toilets may be available near the base or meal location.
There are no dependable toilets on the trail or fort plateau.
Changing facilities
Basic changing arrangements may be available near the base after the trek.
Carry spare clothes, a towel and a waterproof bag.
Food stalls
Small local stalls may operate near the base during busy weekends.
Do not depend on shops being available on the trail or summit.
Mobile network
Mobile connectivity may become weak or unavailable on parts of the route.
First aid
The trek team carries basic first-aid supplies.
Participants must carry their personal medicines.

Best time to visit Visapur Fort

June
The surroundings begin turning green, but waterfall flow depends on sustained rainfall.
July and August
These usually offer the strongest waterfall flow, mist and dense greenery.
They can also bring heavy crowding, slippery terrain and low visibility.
September
The landscape generally remains green, while the waterfall flow may reduce depending on rainfall.
October to February
This period offers clearer views and drier terrain.
It is better for exploring the fort remains and surrounding views.
March to May
The open plateau becomes hot and dry.
The seasonal waterfall is generally absent.

Visapur Fort Trek vs Lohagad Fort Trek

Comparison point
Visapur Fort
Lohagad Fort
Main experience
Waterfall trail and large plateau
Fort steps and Vinchu Kata
Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Easy
Walking duration
Longer
Generally shorter
Summit
Wide plateau with scattered ruins
More compact fort area
Monsoon terrain
Flowing water, rocks and mud
Stone steps and fort path
Beginner suitability
Fit beginners
Better for complete beginners
Best for
Waterfall trekking and longer exploration
Short historical outing
Choose Visapur for a longer monsoon trail with flowing water and a large plateau.
Choose Lohagad for a shorter and easier fort experience.

Visapur Fort Trek vs Rajmachi Trek

Comparison point
Visapur Fort
Rajmachi Trek
Main experience
Fort plateau and waterfall route
Long forest route and twin forts
Trip duration
One day
Often a long day or overnight trip
Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Moderate because of longer distance
Trail type
Rocks, wet steps and fort trail
Forest road, plateau and village trail
Historical attraction
Visapur fort ruins
Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts
Beginner suitability
Better for first-time trekkers
Better for fit beginners with endurance
Best for
Short Mumbai monsoon trek
Longer jungle and village experience
Choose Visapur for a shorter one-day waterfall and fort trek.
Choose Rajmachi for a longer forest journey with two forts and a village experience.

 

FAQ

1. Is this the Visapur Fort Trek from Mumbai page?

Yes. This page is for the Mumbai-to-Mumbai Visapur Fort Trek. The Pune departure is listed on a separate TrekHievers product page.

2. Where is Visapur Fort located?

Visapur Fort is located near Malavli and Lonavala in the Maval region of Pune district, Maharashtra.

3. How far is Visapur Fort from Mumbai?

The current TrekHievers page lists the distance at approximately 103 km. Actual travel time depends on the pickup point, traffic and road conditions.

4. How long does the Mumbai trip take?

The trip starts with early-morning Mumbai pickups and is expected to return around 10:00 PM.

5. What is the price of Visapur Fort Trek from Mumbai?

The current Mumbai package is ₹1,199 per person and the base-village package is ₹699 per person. An additional 5% GST applies.

6. What are the Mumbai pickup points?

The current route includes Borivali, Kandivali, Goregaon, Andheri, Bandra, Sion, Ghatkopar–Mankhurd Link Road, Vashi, Nerul, Kharghar and Kalamboli.

7. What is included in the Mumbai package?

The package includes AC bus transportation, breakfast with tea, vegetarian lunch, trek-leader support, local coordination and basic first aid.

8. Which Visapur route does TrekHievers use from Mumbai?

The current page confirms the Malavli base region but does not clearly identify the exact trailhead. The final route should be shared before departure.

9. What is the total trek distance?

The live TrekHievers page lists approximately 6–7 km. Actual distance depends on whether the batch uses the Bhaje, Patan or Gaimukh route.

10. How long does it take to climb Visapur Fort?

The current itinerary allows approximately 2.5 hours for the ascent.

11. What is the difficulty level?

Visapur is easy to moderate for fit participants. During the monsoon, slippery rocks, flowing water and mud make it more demanding.

12. Can first-time trekkers join?

Yes. Fit beginners can join if they are comfortable walking for several hours on wet and uneven terrain.

13. Is the staircase waterfall visible throughout the year?

No. It is a seasonal feature that depends on monsoon rainfall and is generally strongest during July and August.

14. What is the best time for the trek?

July to September is best for the waterfall and greenery. October to February is better for clear views and drier conditions.

15. Is Visapur safe during heavy rain?

Heavy rain can create strong water flow, low visibility and dangerous slippery sections. The route may be changed or cancelled when conditions are unsafe.

16. Can children join?

Children should join only with a parent or guardian and after considering their balance, fitness and comfort with wet terrain.

17. Is it suitable for solo travellers and solo women?

Yes. Solo travellers and solo women can join the scheduled group departure.

18. Are food, toilets and changing facilities available?

Breakfast and lunch are included. Basic facilities may be available near the base, but not on the trail or plateau.

19. Is drinking water available on the fort?

Do not depend on natural water or fort cisterns. Carry at least 2 litres of drinking water.

20. Does mobile network work?

Mobile connectivity may be weak or unavailable on sections of the trail.

21. What can visitors see on the fort?

Visitors can see fort walls, bastions, water cisterns, Hanuman carvings, stone grinders, ruins and surrounding fort views.

22. Can Visapur and Lohagad be completed together?

Fit trekkers can combine both with an early start, but Lohagad is not included in this itinerary unless specifically stated.

23. Is swimming allowed?

No. Participants should not swim, enter strong water flow or approach exposed edges.

24. What should I carry?

Carry photo ID, shoes with strong grip, rainwear, a waterproof backpack, 2–3 litres of water, snacks, medicines, a torch and spare clothes.

25. When will the group return to Mumbai?

The current itinerary expects arrival in Mumbai around 10:00 PM, subject to traffic, rainfall and group pace.
Pickup point
Visapur Fort, Malavli, Maharashtra, India View on Map
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