Tikona (also known as Vitandgad) is the dominant hill fort in Maval region in western India. It is located near Kamshet around 120 km from Mumbai. The village nearest to the fort is called Tikona-Peth. The 3500 ft high hill is pyramidal in shape and the name Tikona means "triangle".
The fort is a trekking destination noted for the large doors, the temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev', water tanks (seven water tanks) and some Satvahan caves. From the peak of the fort, one can view Pawna dam and the nearby forts of Tung, Lohagad and Visapur.
Difficulty level : Easy (Beginners Trek)
Height : 3500 ft above SL
Location : Maval
Base Village : Tikona
Washrooms: Only at the base village
Approx. time of trek: 2 hour to the top
What is included in the tour
- Non AC bus transport (Mumbai to Mumbai)
- RTO permit
- First aid
- Breakfast and evening refreshments
- Photography guidance and expertise
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered
- Anything which is not included in the Inclusions
- A dominant hill fortress of Konkan's Pawan Maval region
- View of Pawna lake from the top of Fort
- A triangular shaped mountain fort which offers breathtaking views of the entire region including the forts of Lohagad, Tung, Visapur and Pawna Lake
5:45 am : Leave from Mumbai via non AC private bus (Breakfast enroute)
9:00 am : Reach base village
9:30 am : Start with uphill trek
11:00 am : Reach at top (break of 2 hours and have lunch)
1:30 pm : Start downward trek
3:00 pm : Reach the base village, evening snacks
4:00 pm : Start return journey to Mumbai
8:00 pm : Reach Mumbai
Things to Carry :
- Backpack - to carry your belongings (please avoid sling bags)
- Water bottle (Minimum 2 litres)
- Torch (Compulsory)
- Cap, sun glasses and trekking shoes advisable. (Please avoid sneakers, canvas shoes having flat soles as there are high chances of slipping)
- Plastic carry bag (for your gadgets)
- Extra pair of clothes (optional)
- Camera (optional)
