Tung
Tungwadi near Pawna Lake, Pune district
If you are looking for a compact pinnacle fort above Pawna Lake, Tung is a great choice. The narrow rocky top at 1,075 metres takes about 1 to 1.5 hours from Tungwadi, with a few steep stretches near the top. The compact summit looks across to Tikona, Lohagad and Visapur, which makes it a great photographer's perch over the lake. Malavli station is about 12 km away. A short, satisfying climb best done outside the heavy monsoon.
Why go
- Narrow pinnacle fort above Pawna Lake
- Views of Tikona, Lohagad and Visapur
- Compact rocky summit
Travel at a glance
Nearest railway station
Malavli Railway Station, about 12 km by the cited route; Lonavala is another access point
Things to carry
The route is steep and narrow with exposed sections; avoid heavy rain, fog and crowding near the summit.
FAQs
How long does Tung take?
About 1 hour 10 minutes uphill at a slow pace in one documented account.
What is the altitude?
About 1,075 metres.
Is Tung exposed?
Yes. It is a narrow, steep fort route and needs care in rain and fog.