Let me warn you that one way trek from basement is 45 mins approx but to reach basement you require whooping 1 and 1/2 hrs walkathon. if you are travelling with children and elderly take uttermost precautions. The difficulty level is moderate, some curves are scary and dangerous. Ideal for youngsters and fit adult and elderly ones. surely take frequent brakes.
Sincere Piece of advice Start as early as you can. carry loads of water-snacks-food although available at basement. take too much precaution if you are attempting for a table top of gad, spiral non support huge staircase almost slippery in monsoon.
How to reach: Catch first train to Karjat get down to Karjat station, catch rickshaw full takes 250-350 Rs to take you to basement of kothligad. get down at village for trek, the villagers provide a good food especially the home which is at just beginning at the uphill start.
When is best season: Monsoon ofcourse, early July- august best, end Aug- till Sep End bearable. after that dont even attempt it will drain every drop of water from your body.
the Hike to the top is mesmerizing and its a journey which provides eye soothing greenery and will definetly rejenuavate your senses.
DO carry medics - firstaid box, Glucose, electral, Trek Ropes, foam mat, and very less baggage, all clothes shall be in polythene bags,
An appeal to all those who are planning to visit, do not litter, if you find any garage do pick up and throw at basement dustbin like we guys do everytime we trek.