Kalsubai Night Trek

Climb through the night, summit at sunrise — the Everest of Maharashtra.

Bari Village, Igatpuri, Maharashtra4.7· 256 reviews1 Night 1 Day

Distance

6 KM

Duration

1 Night 1 Day

Difficulty

Moderate

Max Altitude

5400 ft

Minimum Age

12+ Years

Distance

6 KM

Duration

1 Night 1 Day

Difficulty

Moderate

Max Altitude

5400 ft

Minimum Age

12+ Years

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Trip highlights

Summit the highest peak in Maharashtra (1,646 m / 5,400 ft)
Night ascent on a lit trail, timed for a Sahyadri sunrise
Climb the famous five iron-ladder section
360-degree sunrise views of Bhandardara, Ratangad, Harishchandragad, Alang, Madan & Kulang
Visit the Kalsubai Devi temple at the summit
Overnight travel from Mumbai, Pune or Kasara — return the same day
Hot breakfast on the mountain and lunch at base included

Overview

Kalsubai, at 1,646 m (5,400 ft), is the highest peak in Maharashtra — the "Everest of Maharashtra." This moderate night trek starts in the small hours so you climb the 6 km trail in the cool dark and reach the summit for sunrise.

The route rises through paddy fields, a forest section and a final rocky stretch capped by five iron ladders bolted to near-vertical rock. The trail has installed lighting, but a headlamp is mandatory as backup.

The summit rewards you with a 360-degree sunrise over Bhandardara backwaters, Ratangad, Harishchandragad, Alang, Madan and Kulang, plus the Kalsubai Devi temple at the top.

Itinerary & Map

Itinerary for your selected pickup city

8:44 pm (prev. night)
Board train at CSMT
Board the 95423 CSMT–Kasara Fast Local. Keep your train ticket and ID handy. Carry a light dinner or buy at Kalyan.
11:04 – 11:15 pm
Reach Kasara & board jeeps
Meet the trek leader at Kasara ticket counter, Window 3, Platform 4. Transfer to jeeps for Bari village; quick dhaba stop ~15 min out.
1:30 – 2:00 am
Arrive Bari village (base camp)
Freshen up. Trek leader briefs the group on route, safety, iron-ladder protocol and trail etiquette.
2:15 – 2:30 am
Trek begins — night ascent
Start the 6 km ascent through paddy fields, forest and rocky terrain. Trail is lit; carry a headlamp as backup. Snack and water halts en route.
~4:00 – 4:30 am
Iron ladder section
The crux — five iron ladders on near-vertical rock. Climb single-file using the steel railings and chains.
5:30 – 6:00 am
Summit — sunrise at Kalsubai Peak (1,646 m)
Watch sunrise over the Sahyadris. Views of Bhandardara, Ratangad, Harishchandragad, Alang, Madan and Kulang. Visit the Kalsubai Devi temple.
7:00 – 8:00 am
Breakfast & begin descent
Breakfast on the mountain, then descend to Bari village (~2–3 hours).
10:30 – 11:00 am
Back at base — lunch
Freshen up at Bari; hot lunch served. Jeeps depart for Kasara railway station.
1:30 – 2:00 pm
Reach Kasara — return train
Board the local train from Kasara (~Rs. 60). Arrive Mumbai by ~3:30 pm.

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How to Reach

From Mumbai, board the 95423 CSMT–Kasara Fast Local at 8:44 pm (arrives Kasara 11:04 pm). Boarding stops: Byculla, Dadar, Kurla, Ghatkopar, Thane, Dombivli, Kalyan. Meet the trek leader at Kasara ticket counter, Window 3, Platform 4. Return ticket to CST is ~Rs. 60. An operator jeep runs Kasara to Bari village (~33 km).

Inclusion

Transport to/from base
Trek leader / guide
Breakfast & lunch
First aid kit
Forest entry / permit fees
Jeep (Kasara <-> Bari)

Exclusion

Train tickets (book yourself)
Personal snacks / water
Personal gear / torch
Travel insurance

Things to Carry

Headlamp / torch

Mandatory for the night ascent — carry spare batteries

Water (3 litres+)

No refill points on the trail; carry from base

ID proof + power bank

No mobile network on trail; download offline maps

First-aid basics

Bandages, antiseptic, pain relief, blister pads

Videos

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Reviews

4.8 · 4 reviews

Ananya Joshi

January 2026

Climbing in the dark and reaching the top just as the sun came up over the Sahyadris was unforgettable. The lit trail plus our headlamps made it feel safe throughout.

Vikram Rane

December 2025

Train from CSMT was smooth and the leader was waiting right at Platform 4. The iron ladders in the dark are a rush. Cloud inversion at sunrise was the highlight.

Meghna Iyer

November 2025

Great experience but dress warm — the summit was genuinely cold before sunrise. Breakfast on the mountain was a lovely touch. Carry all your water from base.

Sahil Kapoor

October 2025

Did the Pune AC bus option. Door-to-door pickup was convenient and the sunrise summit was worth the sleepless night. Would do it again.

FAQ

The night ascent keeps you cool on the climb and puts you on the summit for sunrise — the most spectacular time on Kalsubai. The trail has installed lighting for the night sections.

Terms & Conditions

The ascent is at night — a headlamp is mandatory even though the trail is lit. No mobile network at Bari village or on the trail; download offline maps in advance. Climb the iron ladders one at a time using the railings and chains, and do not rush. Save the MMRCC rescue helpline: 7620-230-231. All timings are approximate.

Starting from ₹999

₹ 599per person

Extra 5% GST

40% OFF

Kasara Station (Mumbai train) · Fergusson College / Nashik Phata (Pune) · Kasara Station - Same as pickup point

Trek starts from Bari Village

Travelling Charges Applicable

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