Trek to Naneghat – Malshej Region

 

Naneghat is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range near Junnar in Pune district of Maharashtra, India. The pass was extensively used as a trade route between Kalyan and Junnar. This was the most important trade route, as it connected harbour of Sopara and Kalyan directly to Junnar and Paithan. The name nane means “coin” and ghat means “pass”.The name is given because this path was used as a tollbooth to collect toll from traders crossing the hills. While going through Malshej Ghat, we can easily get a glimpse of Naneghat after Murbad. The significantly shaped thumb-like peak and the pinnacle of Vanarlingi are the most distinctly seen spots.

 

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Naneghat trekking information:

Base of the trek: Naneghat trekking point
Best time to trek: Winter (September to March)
Height: 2250 feet.
Difficulty level: Easy
Time to trek: 1-2 hours

 

Once you reach Naneghat trekking point, there is a proper trail from there taking you to the Naneghat. This trail is five kilometers long. You will also see a big sign board.

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Naneghat Base

The trail passes through some patchy forest and mostly dry terrains. So please carry sufficient amount of water. Naneghat is actually the name of a location at the hill top from there you get the awesome views of the valleys around. When you reach towards the end of the trek, you will see a high point in front of you. You will have to climb to the hill top. After you climb to the top, you will also see a motorable road coming until the top. As mentioned before, Naneghat can either be trekked or reach by motors. From Naneghat, you will also see Jivdhan fort towards south or your right while doing the Naneghat trek.

Check Out Youtube Video of the Naneghat Trek :-  Naneghat Video

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