Trek to Karnala fort: A wonderful journey

Karnala fort at a distance
The Karnala fort is a hill fort in Raigad district. The main attraction of this place is it's bird sanctuary.  It has now become a very popular trekking spot.

How to get there:-

It takes just 30 minutes to reach Karnala from Panvel by road. After reaching the entry gate, it is an amazing trek of 1-2 hours depending on your speed and halts.

Level of  trekking: Intermediate


The level of this trek is quite easy for hikers but if you're a beginner, it starts getting slightly tougher as you climb upwards. Overall, it is a beautiful and tireless journey except for times when you might get tired while climbing bigger rocks. Also, do not carry too much weight on your shoulders or you might get exhausted halfway and will have no energy during descent.
You might have to climb bigger rocks during your journey

Trekking towards the fort:

The entire journey is an exhilarating experience. At 1500 ft above the ground, you will be thrilled by the blue sky and cool wind. 





Things to do while you trek: Bird watching

The best time to spot birds here is early in the morning i.e. between 6am to 9am. Unfortunately, when I started trekking, it was already 10 am and could spot only one drongo.
Drongo spotted near the bottom of the fort

Bhavani temple:

There is a temple dedicated to goddess Bhavani located at the bottom of the fort.
Bhavani temple at the bottom of the fort


Apart from this, there are a few caged birds and rabbits near the exit. 
 

DOS


  • Carry enough water. It is necessary that you remain hydrated throughout the trek.
  • Carry a mosquito repellent.
  • Apply sunscreen without fail.
  • Carry a backpack.
  • Wear proper shoes.
  • Keep a stick or a hiking pole.
  • Keep a camera along with you.
  • Carry binoculars.

DON'Ts


  • Do not carry/spray perfume as it will attract bees.
  • Do not carry too much weight on your back.
  • Never trek in jeans.

Karnala is a great place to trek with your friends and family. Do let me know whether you liked my very first blog post! 
Thanks for reading!
Take care :-)

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