On 6th September 2026, an energetic group of twenty passionate trekkers from across Mumbai and Pune came together with Trek & Travel With Sakhi to undertake one of the Sahyadris’ most demanding and celebrated ridge traverses: the Rajgad to Torna Range Trek.

Connecting the first capital of Hindavi Swarajya, Rajgad, to the towering heights of Prachandagad (Torna), this trail isn’t just an endurance test. It is a walk across the very ridges where Maratha history was forged.

What made this expedition deeply special for the Trek & Travel With Sakhi team was not merely reaching the summit, but the sheer trust shown by people traveling hundreds of kilometers just to hike this trail with us:

• A trekker who traveled all the way from Hyderabad purely for this weekend expedition.

• Passionate hikers who journeyed across Maharashtra from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

• A friend originally from Uttar Pradesh, living in Nalasopara (Mumbai) for the past five years, who placed his complete trust in us to experience his very first Sahyadri aitihasik anubhav (ऐतिहासिक अनुभव).

For us, building a community united by a shared passion for history and the mountains is what truly drives every expedition forward.

Seeing this close-knit group of 20 people bridge geography, language, and backgrounds to climb together under the Swarajya flag is the real reward for our hard work.

The Trail: From Pali Darwaja to the Ridges of Torna

1. The Royal Ascent via Pali Darwaja

We kicked off our trek from the historic Pali base village, opting for the royal highway of Rajgad—the magnificent Pali Darwaja route. Unlike narrow cliff paths, this route greets you with wide stone-paved steps designed centuries ago for royalty and cavalry.

As dawn broke, mist swirled around the towering bastions of Pali Darwaja. Walking through these colossal wooden gates with massive iron spikes gave everyone goosebumps—a truly grounding aitihasik anubhav that set the tone for the long journey ahead.

2. Across Padmavati to Sanjeevani Machi

After entering through Pali Darwaja, our team of 20 regrouped near the Padmavati complex before proceeding toward the legendary Sanjeevani Machi. The wind on the ridge was ferocious, carrying sweeping monsoon mists across the dual-tiered fortification walls as we prepared for the traverse.

3. The Ridge Traverse & The Echo of Swarajya

Leaving Rajgad’s fortified walls behind, we descended onto the open mountain spine connecting Rajgad to Torna. Walking along narrow, winding paths bordered by deep valleys on both sides requires unwavering focus:

• The Terrain: Wet red soil, slick volcanic rock patches, and tall green grasses clinging to the mountain edges.

• The Spirit: Exhaustion gave way to unmatched camaraderie. When legs felt heavy, all 20 of us broke out into a thunderous chorus of “Jai Jai Maharashtra Maza”, echoing through the Sahyadri valleys and recharging every single hiker.

4. Conquering the Bastions of Prachandagad

As afternoon approached, the sheer, cliff-like bastions of Torna loomed overhead. Navigating the final rock ascents with our technical support and guide ropes, all twenty trekkers set foot on Torna’s high plateau. Tired legs, soaked rainwear, and mud-splattered boots were instantly forgotten against the sweeping views of the Velhe valley below.

Expedition Snapshot: 06 September 2026

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