10 Highest Mountain of Maharashtra

Welcome to Maharashtra's highest peak! Whether you’re a trek lover, a nature lover or a wildlife lover, this peak has it all to satiate you. Here’s an interesting fact! This 5400 feet high peak is known as the ‘Everest of Maharashtra’. To reach here, you can take a flight to Nashik and then opt for a car ride. Then, reach the summit of the highest trekking peak in Maharashtra via an exhilarating trek. And once you’re here, soothe your eyes with stunning views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Don’t miss to visit Arthur Lake which elevates the beauty of the place. As it’s located within the Kalsubai Harishchandra gad sanctuary, you can also expect to see many wild creatures around here.

Go for mountain trekking in Maharashtra to reach the second-highest fort, Dhodap. During your trek, you will meet some gorgeous beauties like Saptashrungi fort, Jawlya fort, Markandya fort and Ikhara Pinnacle. And after you reach the highest point, you will be mesmerised by the panoramic view of the region. During your trek, you will also come across some beautiful ancient temples, arched gateways and age-old caves that will make your journey more intriguing. If you’re planning to come here, you can fly to Mumbai airport and drive your way to the place.

One of the Harishchandra gad peaks is Taramati where you can go for an amazing trekking experience. Being the sixth highest peak in the state, this peak offers some of the best bird’s-eye views of the region. To come here, you can board a flight to Mumbai and then a car from the airport. Here’s a tip! Sit on the summit and watch the sunset paint the sky in vibrant colours as the clouds float by you. It will be an ethereal experience! And now, an interesting trivia! This peak is named after a famous singer who used to perform in Qutub Shahi rulers’ courts.

Travel back in the past by visiting this peak which houses the core of the Maratha dynasty, Torna Fort. This is the first fort that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj captured! So, if you’re a history enthusiast, you should definitely consider coming here. Also, you will get to witness the huge and unique structure, the Budhla Machi of the Torna Fort that attracts many tourists to this place. Before reaching here, on the way, you will also find beautiful seasonal flower beds, ancient temples, Balekilla and water cisterns. Wondering how to reach here? Fly to Pune airport and a cab ride from there will bring you here.

Visit this peak for a pilgrimage and tour some of the revered Hindu temples. At a lower level, you can find several ancient temples and a cathedral built in the 19th century. As you hike up to the upper level, you will get to visit the famous Kadereshwar temple and convey your prayers to God. After your prayer, come out to catch the spectacular view of the twin fort of Purandar fort, that is Vajragad fort. And if you’re up for some adventure, then opt for the one-of-its-kind experience of paragliding here. For your information, you have to book a car from Pune airport to reach here.

Get ready to burn some calories at one of the most gorgeous settings of this twin peak. Didn’t get why? Well, you have to climb 4,500 steps of stairs to reach the top of the fort. Although the journey can be tedious, there are scenic views to make your way full of beautiful surprises. Watch some rare species of flowers and plants enriching the plateau region. Once you climb to the top, you will get to see some caves of bygone days. Go inside to discover carvings and sculptures of deities like Hanuman, Mahavir and Adinath. Even many Jains Tirthankaras are present that you can explore here. And to visit this twin peak, a flight to Nashik airport followed by a car ride will suffice.

The mountain of Lord Brahma, Brahmagiri is another one that you can access via a road trip from Nashik airport. This is one of the holiest places that you can visit. Here’s why! You will get to visit the Trimbakeshwar temple here, which is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Moreover, the sacred Godavari River originates from this mountain. And in front of the Trimbakeshwar temple, you will see River Godavari meeting River Ahilya. You will be astounded to know that people believe, if a childless family worships at this meeting point, they are going to get blessed with a child!

Next on our Maharashtra travel guide to the mountains is Ratangad which houses the 400 years old fort, Ratangad fort of Shivaji Maharaj. To reach here, you have to take a flight to Mumbai and then a car ride from there followed by a trek. When you reach here, observe a cavity at the top. It’s called ‘nedhe’, meaning the ‘needle of the eye’. To enter the fort, you will find four gates by the names of Ganesh, Konkan, Trimbak and Hanuman. Don’t return without visiting the most famous attraction here, Amruteshwar Temple where you will see awe-striking sculptures and carvings. View of the Bhandardara Dam and the surrounding forts from here will charm your eyes.

Sign up for one of the longest treks in India by planning your visit to this mountain peak. From Nashik airport, a bus ride will bring you to Trimbakeshwar from where you have to trek for 10 km to reach the mountains. After this exciting trek, you will get to witness the birthplace of Lord Hanuman. Yes, you heard that right! There’s a cave where, according to mythology, Goddess Anjana gave birth to Lord Hanuman. Now, you can guess why the mountain got its name! You will also find an Anjani Mata temple along the cave. This is where Mata Anjana meditated for a child and was blessed by Lord Shiva. So, when you’re here, you will surely get to feel the divine aura all around.

All you devotees must consider coming here when you’re in Maharashtra. Literally meaning seven hills, this mountain range houses a number of revered Hindu temples. You will get to witness one of the 51 Shakti peethas, Saptashrungi temple. As mythology goes, this is where Sati’s right arm had fallen. Pray at the Saptashrungi temple, cherish the divine vibe and watch numerous devotees around. After you get amazed seeing the elaborate Hindu rituals in the temple, you can charm your eyes by the view of the lush green mountain valleys and water bodies from the top. Take a flight to Nashik and then hop in a cab to come to this gorgeous mountain studded with pilgrimage sites.

We have come to an end of our list of mountains in Maharashtra! Now, you’re free to choose which mountain to visit first the next time you go on a trip to Maharashtrian cities!