Sondaiसोंडाई
A short, sharp little fort near Karjat that beginners love.
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
Height500 m above sea level
Time needed3 hrs
Base and nearbySonda village, Karjat
EntryFree
About Sondai
Sondai is one of the best short treks out of Karjat, an hour of steady climbing, a few rock-cut steps near the top, and a summit shrine looking across at Matheran, Prabalgad and Irshalgad.
What to see and do
- Sondai Devi shrine on the summit
- Rock-cut steps near the top
- Views to Matheran and Prabalgad
- An ideal short first trek
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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