Avchitgadअवचितगड
A gentle Konkan fort above the Kundalika, pairs nicely with Kolad rafting.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereRaigad, Maharashtra
Konkan & Raigad
Konkan & Raigad
Kind of placeForts
Best time to visit1 August to 28 February
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Height300 m above sea level
Time needed3 hrs
Base and nearbyPingalsai, Roha
EntryFree
About Avchitgad
A gentle Konkan fort above the Kundalika river near Roha, with intact bastions and a temple. Often combined with rafting at Kolad, which is just down the road.
What to see and do
- Intact bastions and fort walls
- Kundalika river views
- Kolad river rafting nearby
- Easy gradient suitable for beginners
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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