Sahyadri Treks

ANKAI TANKAI TREK

⏱️ 1 Day

Rs. 1,600.00 Per Person

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Overview Itinerary

Overview

🏯 Ankai-Tankai Forts, located near Manmad in Nashik district of Maharashtra, are a pair of twin hill forts steeped in history and mystery.
🛕 The forts boast ancient rock-cut caves, a Mahadev temple, and water cisterns that reflect their strategic and religious importance.
🪔 Ankai Fort houses a revered cave dedicated to Agasti Rishi, believed to have meditated here.
🕉️ Caves with intricate carvings add spiritual and architectural richness to the site.
⛰️ Surrounded by dramatic basalt cliffs and panoramic views, the trek to these forts offers a unique blend of adventure and serenity.
🌿 Ideal for history lovers and monsoon trekkers alike, Ankai-Tankai is a hidden gem in Maharashtra’s heritage landscape.
🚩 Best visited during the monsoon and post-monsoon season for lush green surroundings and cool breeze.

Itinerary

Day 0: Saturday Night

🕚 11:00 PM – Assemble at Trekkamp Office, Ahilyanagar.
🕦 11:30 PM – Depart for Ankai Village, base of the twin forts.

Hike Day: Sunday

🕓 4:00 AM – Arrive at Ankai Village.
🕓–🕔 4:00–5:00 AM – Freshen up, have tea & light breakfast.
🥾 5:30 AM – Begin trek to Ankai Fort.
⛰️ En route, explore three magnificent rock-cut caves carved into the fort’s hillside.
🕗 8:00 AM – Reach the top of Ankai Fort.
🛕 Visit the sacred Agasti Rishi Cave Temple
🕗–🕘 8:00–9:00 AM – Explore the fort: Kashi Lake, Sita Cave, Ancient fortifications and panoramic views.
🕘 9:00 AM – Start descent from Ankai Fort.
🧗‍♂️ Reach the mid-point ridge, and begin ascent to Tankai Fort.
🕙 10:00 AM – Reach the top of Tankai Fort.
🕉️ Visit the ancient Shiva Temple and enjoy the stunning views of the Nashik landscape.
🕚 11:00 AM – Begin descent back to base village.
🕧 12:30 PM – Reach Ankai village.
🧼 Freshen up and enjoy authentic local vegetarian lunch.
🕑 2:00 PM – Start return journey to Ahilyanagar.
🚌 Expected arrival by evening.