Dhodap is a very prominent fort. From Nashik take a bus to Vadalibhoi naka (30 km) on the Chandwad road. Travel to Hatti via Dhodambe (11 km) by truck or ST bus. There is a direct bus to Hatti from Nashik, reaching Hatti at 8 pm. One can stay at the Hatti temple. Approach the base of the fort's pinnacle and climb to the upper plateau. A hut and few (3) temples are located at Sonar's village. Climb the route to top where one can see excellent caves (3), water ponds (10) and a commanding view of the hills. The final rock pyramid is still 70 m higher with a rock climbing route on the ridge.

On the western ridge of Dhodap, a wide gap is hewn out - to throw the condemned prisoners. A sadhu lives below the pinnacle in a cave on the fort. On top, there are around 10 water cisterns, 3 caves, ruined palaces and a tunnel cum cave.

Fine views of Ikharia pinnacle, which is on the adjoining common plateau. The to and fro trek takes 3.5 hour.

Enjoy the fresh air and peace ......