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Coming back to life, Waterfall Rappelling at Dudhani on Aug 4th, 2013

July 30, 2013, 6:17 am
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Waterfall Rappelling Also technically known as canyoning and canyoneering  are more often associated with technical descents those that require rappels (abseils) and rope work, down-climbing. An adventure sport, where you walk down a cliff amidst the gushing waterfall

Destination: Dudhani, Panvel

Height: Approx 100 ft

Grade: Thrilling

Cost: INR 750/-

Date : 3rd and 4thAugust, 2013

Trek Schedule:
07.30 Hrs: Assemble at Panvel ST Stand, Near Watch tower No. 4 (Grameen)
08:30 Hrs: Breakfast
09:00 Hrs: Introduction
09:30 Hrs-16.30 Hrs: Waterfall rappelling
17:00 Hrs: Departure for Mumbai
 We’ll reach Mumbai by 19.00 Hrs(Tentative).

 The charges for event are INR 750/- which includes Breakfast/ Refreshment, travelling from Panvel to Panvel, Evening refreshments, Equipment-Expertise Charges.

 Extra Rappelling will cost INR 200/- Per chance, and will be permitted only after every person has done with their first chance.
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Payment details:

Bank Name: Corporation Bank 
Branch: Yogi Nagar (0648)
Account Holders name: Backpack Holidays 
Account Number: 064800201100166
A/c Type: Current
IFSC: CORP0000648

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has hands free while trekking.
2. A bottle of water (2 Ltrs).
3. Lunch for sunday {Compulsory}.
4. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)
5. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).
6. Torch with extra batteries.
7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s cream.
8. A good trekking shoes.
9. Windcheater etc

10. Scarf for Ladies is a MUST while rappelling.


To Register: Contact Dimesh on 9892974968

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Shalom: Naneghat Trek 4th Aug 13 "One Day"

July 30, 2013, 9:23 am
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Naneghat Trek on 4th Aug 2013

SHALOM ADVENTURES
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Naneghat Tek

Dear All,

All Adventure Lovers......Gear up for the upcoming event
That’s trekking in Naneghat
If you are adventure lover or want to try some adventure or plainly looking for a break from your daily routine then join the club. Here is the opportunity to get away from the cities crowd and noise to the evergreen ,ever loving mother nature .And this time its not just any adventure or recreational activity but lots more fun with trekking in Naneghat ….
A little about Trekking
Trekking is basically journey on foot, especially to hike through mountainous areas and is absolutely safe even for beginners

Location: Naneghat - Murbad
Activity: One day Trek
Seats: 25
 
The itinerary for the event is as given below:
4th Aug 2013
6:00 am - Meet at Dadar to start towards Kalyan (We leave sharp at 6:15 am)
7:30 am - We reach Kalyan via local train
10:00 am -  We reach the highway drop off point ‘Vaishakhare’ .
The trek begins
1:00 pm -  We reach the top
3:00 pm - Return journery start.
5:30 pm - Reach highway.
 
Cost:The cost for the trek  will be Rs 400/- per head, which includes:
Travelling from Kalyan to Vaishakhare and back, refreshment, all technical gear and equipment and experts charges.

Payment Details: One needs to make Rs. 400/- as advance by 2nd Aug 2013.
Name: Miron Benny Joseph
Bank: CITIBANK NA. MUMBAI
A/C: 5756208111
IFSC: CITI0000040

Once Payment is done kindly sms Transaction Number with your name & phone no.
You seat will be confirmed only after receiving the advance.

What we have
·         Assurance of safety
·         Guidance of the technical team who has complete experience
·         People like Miron who has “Limca Record” to prove their potential
·         Previous experience with you guys in events ranging from live waterfall rappelling, 1800 ft actual rappelling @ Konkankada, virgin peak rappelling @ Kalavantin to name a few
·         Passion to take adventure to the next level !!!
 
What we don’t have
·         False promises
·         Injury records
Things To carry:
2 litters of water bottle
Some ready to eat food, plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Cap.
Medicines those if u require usually.
Camera (Optional)

DO NOT CARRY:
Slippers
High Heels
Alcohol, Drugs

Kindly register yourself with friends & family on below link to get regular update of events organized by Shalom Adventures
http://eepurl.com/hFcL-/

Facebook Profile: www.facebook.com/shalomadventure 
Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/shalomadventure
Website: www.shalomadventures.com

Registered under Welfare society (NGO)
Registration no. Maharashtra state, Mumbai 1424, 2007 G.B.B.S.D.3 July 2007

Contact:
Miron: 9920125528
Avinash:  9820357573
Pranav: 8976000002
 
Regards,
Team Shalom Adventures
 
DATETIMEEVENT
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Nature Knights Independence weekend trip to Dudhsagar Waterfall - Goa 15th - 17th aug 2013

July 30, 2013, 9:27 am
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Dudhsagar Waterfall

A Journey to Misty Magical Land 

- Dudhsagar, Goa


Independence weekend trip - Aug 15 to 17th 2013


Experiences


One of the most beautiful train journey through undisturbed places in Western India, Tunnels, Streams, Waterfalls, Bridges, Greenery, Tropical Song Birds, Animals and A Classic Goan Homestay with Goan Food.. A Complete Nostalgic Experience.


Dudhsagar Railway Station



The unchanged paradise for almost a century!

Schedule

15th Aug, 2013

0800 - Bus/Train to Pune 
1300 - Arrive at Pune
1400 - Lunch (Excluded in the cost)
1635 - Board the train

16th Aug, 2013

0330 - Arrive at Castle Rock
0400 - Check in into Home Stay.. 
The Place - a home - beautiful Song Birds..- lush green forest

0900 - Wake up & freshen up

0930 - B/f 
1030 - Arrive at Castle Rock Station 
1100 - Board train to Dudhsagar
1200 - Arrive at Dudhsagar. Explore
1700 - Start from Dudhsagar
1800 - Reach Castle Rock

1830 - Arrive at the hotel
2000 - Dinner and chill out

17th Aug, 2013

0730 B/f & freshen up
0830 Check out of hotel
0900 Arrive at Castle rock Stn.

0930 Board Train to Madgao
1100 Arrive at Madgao
1200 Lunch
1100 to 2000 - Explore Colva beach and surrounding area
2100 Catch a bus/train back to Mumbai (Excluded in the cost)

Cost Includes :

Mumbai to Castle rock train tickets
Castle rock to Dudhsagar return tickets
Caste rock to Madgao Train tickets
15th Aug - No meals
16th Aug - B/f, Packed lunch, Dinner
17th Aug - B/f, Lunch
Excludes
In-transit meals or any meal or menu that is not part of the package
Bottled Water; Beverages
Laundry, Shopping etc
Travel Insurance
Goa to Mumbai return Bus or other transport cost
Any other cost that is not mentioned in inclusions






Home Stay location inside the Dudhsagar Forest


Customer Support Contact

Asif - +91-9619182010 (call / sms) or email - asif@natureknights.net 

Timings: 10 am to 7 pm (Monday to Friday)


Dnyanesh Golatkar -+91-9820834622 / dnyanesh@natureknights.net


Venkat G. - +91-9833236956 / venkat@natureknights.net 

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Terms and Guidance for all events and tours organized by Nature Knights Click Here

  

How to make payment?

Internet Banking (EFT).

Account Name: Nature Knights

Bank: ICICI Bank Ltd.

Account Number: 041205000027

Branch: Versova, Mumbai

RTGS/NEFT IFSC Code: ICIC0000412

Payment by Chq / DD / Cash

Draw the payments in favour of "Nature Knights - ICICI Bank A/c. No. 041205000027"


Branch: Versova, Mumbai


Drop it in any of the ICICI Bank ATM or deposit it in counter (Retain the receipt).

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Response time for calls

SMS: If not on field trip within 24 hours

Cell: If not on field trip within 24 hours

email: if not on field trip within 24 hours



One of the many tunnels through which the train passes

Dudhsagar Waterfall
The magnificent Dudhsagar Waterfall is perched in the high peaks of the Western Ghats and is a sight to behold especially in the monsoons when it is in full and furious flow. From a distance, the waterfall appears like streams of milk rushing down the mountainside. The exhuberent and spectacular waterfall is located in the Sanguem taluka. Measuring a mighty 600m from head to foot, this waterfall on the Goa-Karnataka border, attracts a steady stream of visitors from the coast into the rugged Western Ghats. After pouring across the Deccan plateau, the headwaters of the Mandovi River form a foaming torrent that splits into three streams to cascade down a near-vertical cliff face into a deep green pool. 




Picture Perfect pool at the base of the falls

The Konkani name for the falls, which literally translated means "sea of milk", derives from clouds of milky foam which rises up at the bottom of the falls. Dudhsagar is set amidst breathtaking scenery overlooking a steep, crescent-shaped head of a valley carpeted with pristine tropical forest, that is only accessible on foot or by train.

Associated legend
Like most places in Goa, the Dudhsagar waterfall too has a legend attached to its name. The legend tells the story of this powerful and wealthy king who ruled a kingdom in the Western Ghats. His lavish and opulent palace in the hills was surrounded by vast gardens which were full of deers and gazelles.

The King had a beautiful daughter, who used to enjoy taking a bath during the hot summers, in the picturesque lake near the forest on the edge of the King's palace grounds. It was her habit to finish her bath and have a jugful of sugared milk in a jug made of pure gold.

One day when she was finishing her usual jug of milk she found herself being watched by a handsome prince standing amongst the trees. Embarrassed by her inadequate bathing attire, the resourceful Princess poured the sugared milk in front of her to form an improvised curtain to hide her body, while one of the maids rushed to cover her with a dress.

Thus was the legend born? The sugared milk (dudh) poured down the mountainside and continued to flow in torrents as a tribute to the everlasting virtue and modesty of the Princess of the Ghats. The Dudh Sagar (Sea of Milk) continues to flow to this day and attracts thousands of visitors to one of the most popular and famous tourist spots in the state of Goa.

Near the top of the falls, the railway line from Vasco to Londa crosses the mountainside, with excellent views from the train. There also a couple of pools that you can swim in, making Dudhsagar a great place for a day full of fun and frolic. The alternate way of reaching the falls is only advisable between January and May, when the level of the water in the rivers abates enough to permit jeeps to approach the base of the falls.



Fall and Its Surroundings
Dudhsagar waterfalls and the roads surrounding it are maintained by the Goa Forest Department. It is considered to be one of the world's most beautiful water falls, is listed as India's fifth tallest water fall and has a total height of 310 meters. It looks extremely spectacular especially during the monsoon season. However, the roads leading to the fall remain closed during the rainy season and are opened for public transport only after October. The cascading waters form a pond beneath in which people can bathe but at their own risk. The waterfall which is located inside the Bhagwan Mahavir Wild Life Sanctuary of Collem in South Goa is surrounded by a thick deciduous forest which houses various species of animals, plants, insects and birds.
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A video showing the waterfalls in the monsoon. A breathtaking view!


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"पन्हाळा - पावनखिंड - विशाळगड पदभ्रमण मोहीम"

July 30, 2013, 9:01 pm
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एका जाज्वल्य इतिहासाची साक्ष देणाऱ्या ऐतिहासिक मार्गावर पुन्हा मार्गक्रमण करण्याचा एक छोटासा प्रयत्न आहे



"आयुष्य म्हणजे पावनखिंड, हातात उचललेली मुठभर माती आणि डोळ्यांच्या पाणावलेल्या कडा… "


पावनखिंडीत झालेल्या रक्तलांछित आणि ऐतिहासिक पराक्रमाला ३५१ वर्षे पूर्ण होत आहेत. पन्हाळ्यावरून महाराजांची सुखरूप सुटका करून, मागे लागलेल्या सैन्याला घोडखिंडीत अडवून लढता लढता पराक्रमी सरदार बाजीप्रभू देशपांडे आणि मावळ्यांनी बलिदान दिले. महाराज विशाळगडावर पोहोचेपर्यंत हा लढा चालूच होता. फक्त ३०० बांदल मावळ्यानिशी शत्रूच्या हजारो सैन्याशी सामना करण्याचा अतुलनीय पराक्रम आजही घोडखिंडीला पावनखिंड बनवून साक्ष देत आहे.


शिवरायांचा पन्हाळा ते विशाळगड प्रवास , वीर शिवा काशीद यांचे बलिदान, वीर बाजीप्रभू आणि मावळ्यांचा पराक्रम, असे खूप प्रश्न पडतात… या आणि अश्या भरपूर प्रश्नांची उत्तरे शोधायला, पन्हाळा ते विशाळगड असा शिवरायांनी केलेला प्रवास अनुभवायला, पावनखिंडीत धारातीर्थी पडलेल्या मावळ्यांना मानवंदना देण्यासाठी आपला गडवाट परिवार " पन्हाळा ते विशाळगड पदभ्रमण मोहीम" आयोजित करत आहे.


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गडवाट आयोजित "पन्हाळा - पावनखिंड - विशाळगड पदभ्रमण मोहीम" !! दिनांक ९ ऑगस्ट ते ११ ऑगस्ट २०१३

मोहिमेचे शुल्क : ९००/- (कोल्हापूर ते पन्हाळा-विशालगड ते कोल्हापूर प्रवास)


प्रवासाचा आराखडा : ट्रेक सगळ्यांसाठी कोल्हापूरहून सुरुवात होणार आहे...


:: दिनांक ९ ऑगस्ट :: कोल्हापूर स्थानकातून पन्हाळा गडाखाली बसने पोहोचणे. सकाळचा नाश्ता

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पन्हाळा गडाखाली वीर शिवा काशीद यांच्या समाधीचे दर्शन ==============================

पन्हाळा, गड भ्रमंती, पुस्ती बुरुजावरून उतरून पद भ्रमण मोहीम सुरु.

तुरुकवाडी - म्हाळुंगे गाव - म्हसाई पठार - म्हसाई देऊळ - कुंभारवाडी

दुपारचे जेवण आणि थोडा आराम,

परत प्रवास सुरु, चाफे वाडी - मंडलाई वाडी करून करपे वाडी.

करपे वाडी मध्ये रात्रीचा मुक्काम आणि जेवण यासाठी थांबणार.

रात्रीचा मुक्काम गावातील घरात होईल...


:: दिनांक १० ऑगस्ट :: करपे वाडी मधून सकाळी चहा/ नाश्ता करून पदभ्रमण सुरु करपे वाडी - पाटेवाडी - पांढरपाणी पांढरपाणी येथे दुपारचे जेवण आणि थोडा आराम, परत प्रवास सुरु - पांढरपाणी ते पावन खिंड

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पावन खिंड येथे थांबून वीर बाजीप्रभू देशपांडे आणि मावळ्यांच्या समाधीचे दर्शन आणि आदरांजली. थोडा आराम..

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पावनखिंड येथून निघून विशाळगड कडे प्रवास सुरु विशाळगडावर गडभ्रमंती, गडावरच रात्रीचे जेवण आणि मुक्काम होईल.


:: दिनांक ११ ऑगस्ट ::

विशाळ गडावर सकाळी उठून चहा, नाश्ता करून

गडाखाली उतरून बसने कोल्हापूर स्टेशन गाठणे ...

कोल्हापूर स्टेशनला आल्यावर थोडा वेळ थांबून चर्चा करून

पन्हाळा ते विशाळगड पदभ्रमण मोहीम समाप्त...

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सोबत काय आणाल??


मोहीम ३ दिवसांची असल्याने प्रत्येकाने खाली नमूद गोष्टी सोबत बाळगाव्यात / आणाव्यात. खाली नमूद केलेल्या सर्व गोष्टी गरजेनुसार आणणे बंधनकारक राहील.

१) पाऊस असल्याने रेनकोट अत्यावश्यक

२) पाण्याची बाटली ( २-३ लिटर पाणी असणे )

३) ३ जोडी कपडे ( ३ दिवसांची मोहीम असल्यामुळे ), Toothpaste & Towel

४) Sleeping Mat आणि पांघरून असावे. (थंडी आहे )

५) ताट आणि पाण्याचा ग्लास

६) ओडोमोस, विजेरी (Torch), काही वर्तमान पत्रे

७) मोबाईल सोबत चार्जर पण आणावा.

८) सुखा खाऊ (DryFood), बिस्किटे, प्लम केक इत्यादी.

९) जर कसले औषध वैगेरे चालू असेल तर ती औषधे सोबत बाळगावीत.

१०) प्रवासासाठी उपयुक्त असे बूट

११) हे सगळे मावेल अशी आपल्या सोईप्रमाणे (Comfortable ) अशी Sack

१२) सोन्याचे अथवा महागडे दागिने सोबत ठेवू नये... ठेवल्यास त्याची संपूर्ण जबाबदारी स्वत:ची असेल.


हा मौजमजे साठी काढलेला ट्रेक नसून एका जाज्वल्य इतिहासाची साक्ष देणाऱ्या ऐतिहासिक मार्गावर पुन्हा मार्गक्रमण करण्याचा एक छोटासा प्रयत्न आहे … मोहिमेमध्ये सामील होऊ इच्छिणाऱ्या मावळ्यानकडून शिस्तची अपेक्षा आहे …कोणतीहि गैरशिस्त अथवा अतिरेकी साहस सहन केले जाणार नाही … मोहिमेकाळात मोहीम आयोजकांनी घेतलेला निर्णय हाच अंतिम निर्णय असेल त्यावर कोणीही कसलाही वाद घालू नये ।

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"गडवाट प्रवास सह्याद्रीचा" आयोजित "पन्हाळा - पावनखिंड - विशाळगड" या मोहिमेला आपणास यायचे असेल तर खालील संपर्क क्रमांकावर आपली नाव नोंदणी करणे बंधनकारक आहे. संपूर्ण प्रवासाचे नियोजन करण्यासाठी, आपली नाव नोंदणी होणे गरजेचे आहे...



संपर्क :

सुहास पवार - ९००४०३६५७३

आबासाहेब कापसे - ०९८७०१४०११४

राहुल बुलबुले - ९७६२४५८४७३

जोतीराम गिड्डे - ०९८६७२०६४४६



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Independence Day special: Trek and Waterfall Rappelling by Keen Venturers on 15th August at Kondhivade Caves

July 30, 2013, 10:52 pm
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Dear Venturers,

After the mesmerizing waterfall rappelling at Mahuli let us celebrate Independence day with the same free and adventurous spirit.



It involves 1 hour trek from the base village to the caves and than rappelling at the Cave.

Height: 120 ft (approx)

Meeting Point: Karjat Station 

Time: 8:45 AM

Activity Fees: Rs 650/- 

It includes:
Traveling from Karjat station to the Waterfall & back.
Breakfast 
Evening Tea & snacks
Safety and other equipment required for the activity

Venturers must carry:
• 1 liter of water (atleast)
• Packed Lunch
• Extra pair of clothes (there is provision of change rooms)
• Towel, a napkin
• Good shoes/Floaters
• Camera (Optional)
• Medicines that you require usually. (optional)
• Electral/Tang powder/Glucone-D.


For Registrations and Booking please contact:
Email:keenventurers@gmail.com
# Kanwar: 9619262722 / 9833272744

Everyone is suppose to board this train:
Karjat S9 (Fast, slow till Dadar)
Mumbai CST: 6:45 AM
Dadar: 7:03 AM
Kurla : 7:12 AM
Ghatkopar: 7:16 AM
Mulund: 7:26 AM
Thane: 7:30 AM
Dombivali: 7:42 AM
Kalyan: 7:50 AM
Karjat: 8:43 AM
Please confirm the train timetable and platform number before boarding the train....

Visit us at : www.keenventurers.com
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Like us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keenventurers

Join our facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/553045414718082/

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Baana Trekkers : Trek From Peb To Matheran...!!!!

July 30, 2013, 11:14 pm
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Baana Trekkers : Trek From Peb To Matheran on 4th Aug '13.

Hi Trekkers,

We the Baana Trekkers invite you  for one of the most adventurous  trek of the monsoon , Trek from Peb(Vikatgad) to Matheran on 4th Aug 2013.

Info About The Event :
Peb (Vikatgad)
Type: Hill fort
Height:  2100 Feet  (Approx)
Base Village: Fanaswadi (Neral)
Difficulty Rating: Medium
Region : Karjagt

Trek Leader: Pankaj Datkhile.
                        Ashish Datkhile.
                          
History & info:

The fort derives its name from the Goddess 'Pebi'; Peb is also called 'Vikatgad' for its supposed shape of the Elephant Headed God, 'Ganesh'. The trek to the top involves surmounting a small rock patch and a ladder. The fort is famous for its caves which are maintained by disciples of Swami Samartha and the meditation chambers carved out from the rock inside the mountain. To get inside the meditation chamber, one has to crawl through a narrow passage in the rock and then climb down into the meditation chamber. The chamber is very well maintained with tiles on the floor for ppl to sit and meditate. The fort also has a temple dedicated to Swami Samartha on the top and has the footwear or 'Padukas' worn by the great saint kept on the top.


The itinerary  for the Trek is as given below:
Meeting point : Neral  Staion.
We will be starting with the  5:18 Karjat slow local (time table given below). Trekkers may catch the same Karjat train from their nearby station and meet us in the train directly. 
Take return tickets till Karjat.

Journey :
Morning Breakfast at Neral.
Travel by private vehicle till the base village.
Start our trek by 8:00 am.
Reach the top by 11:00am.
Afternoon lunch.
Exploration of fort
Trek towards Matheran by 1:00 pm
Reach Matheran 3:00 pm.
Take private vehicle till Neral station.
Evening  refreshment.
Reaching Mumbai by 6.00pm tentatively.

Train Timings:
Karjat Slow Train
CST:  5:18 AM
Parel:  5:33 AM
Dadar:5:36 AM
Kurla:  5:47 AM
Ghatkopar: 5:53 AM
Thane: 6:14 AM
Dombivali: 6:36 AM
Kalyan: 6:46 AM
Neral: 7:24 AM

The cost for the trek is Rs 200/- per head which includes :

Travelling from Neral To Fanaswadi and Matheran to Neral
Morning Breakfast.
Evening  refreshment.
Baana Trekkers Expertise Charges.

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

Things to Be carried:
A Return ticket of Karjat
A bottle of water (At least 2 Ltrs),
Lunch for the day
Napkin, Pair of clothes
Camera (Optional),
A good trekking shoes.
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried , so that one has ones hands free while trekking.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.

For further clarifications and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:

Pankaj Datkhile : 9664182457
Lalit Masurkar   : 9757346135
Ashish Datkhile : 9930595889

Mail us in case of any query at baanatrekkers@gmail.com

FB Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/212401648915683/

G+ Event Link: https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/c1nt5mcqejl9tqgajn45c84jrk4

For more of Baana Trekkers  on the Net Please visit 

Baana FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/baanatrekkers/

Baana FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/pages/BAANA/234135643312514

Baana G+: https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/105194094291970898557

Rules and Regulations: 
1. Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.
2. Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek.
3. Respect the Heritage: Participants should not damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage.
4. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
5. In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Baana, it’s organizers will not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.
           

Regards,
TEAM BAANA.
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TMI Trek to Harishchadragad: Dream Destination of every Trekker - 24th -25th August '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:35 pm
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Date: 24th and 25th August’13. (Starting on 23rd Night)


Some Information about the fort:
Harishchandragad:
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 4500 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium (5.5 hrs trek)
Region: Malshej Ghats
Base Village: Khireshwar

Harishchandragad: is an ancient fort from the Medieval period where the Great sage Changdev (Writer of the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate in the 14th century.

Konkan Kada: One of the biggest cliffs of the sahyadris, fascinating many people from years together. Facing towards the konkan side, the cliff looks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region. Not only vertical, but it has an overhang, almost like a cobra's hood.

Kedareshwar: The cave of Kedareshwar has a big Shivlinga, which is totally surrounded by water.

Itinerary:Day 1: Friday Night.
Meeting Point: Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar at 10.00 Pm on Fri, 23rd August
Overnight journey by Private vehicle
Reach Base village by 4.00 am

Day 2: Saturday.Breakfast by 7.00 am
Start trek by 8.00 am
Reach top by 12.30 pm
Post Lunch Explore the fort.
Stay and Dinner in the caves of the fort.

Day 3: Sunday.
Explore the remaining fort.
Breakfast and descend
Have lunch at Base village, Start Return Journey.

Charges: 1300/-Inclusions:
Private Vehicle Dadar to Dadar
1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, 2 Breakfast
Expertise.

Payment details:
One needs to pay Rs 1000 as advance at the time of booking.

The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
SBI a/c no: 30665796091 S/A in the name of Mr. Nilesh Patil.
Branch: Panchpakhadi, Thane.
IFS code: sbin0007232.


Things to carry:
Lunch for Saturday,
Water
Torch, Candles
Bedding with extra Papers, Extra Clothes
A plate, mug, and spoon,
Windcheaters, Camera, Cap, etc. (Optional)
some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually.
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.(Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.)
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Pack yr bags to save them from getting wet.

For Registrations,
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
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Facebook Pune
Twitter
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Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.
For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.
Regards,
Team Treak Mates India
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TMI : One Day Monsoon Trek to Koraigad on 17th August 2013, Saturday.

July 30, 2013, 11:39 pm
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Hello Friends , We at Trek Mates India have arranged a One day Monsoon Trek to Koraigad Fort, Lonavala on 17th August 2013, Saturday.

Little info about the fort:
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 3000 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Endurance : Easy (1 hour ascend)
Difficulty : Easy
Base Village: Peth Shahapur
Trek Leader : Manoj Kalwar


A thick forestation at the base, enough potable water from the lake on the top and from the cistern situated half way and easy climb attracts many enthusiasts to this fort. Amby valleydeveloped at the base of Koregad by the SHAHARA group is the new attraction of many. Wonderful view of the small bungalows of Amby Valley, Tung fort is a pleasent sight to watch from the top.


Two nice lakes on the arid, flat top really takes one by surprise.Ganesh temple and a cave is situated half way and a temple ofKoraidevi is situated on the top.

The interesting part of the fort is that its wall is completely intact and one can walk along its entire perimeter(about 2 km). Its massive gate is also intact. Several ruins of older structures within the fort still exist. It has six cannons - the largest of which called the Laxmi Toph is located near the Korai devi temple

The itinerary for the trek will be as follows: 

On 17th July 2013 , Saturday Morning
Meeting Point for Mumbai People : Pritam Hotel Dadar East @6:00 am
Pickup Point : Yogi Hotel , Diamond Garden , Chembur @ 6.30 am
Pickup Point : Vashi below Main Bridge @ 7.15 am

Meeting Point for Pune People : Lonavala Station @ 9 am

Travel by private vehicle till the Base Village.
Breakfast on the Way
Reach Base Village by 10:30am
Start our trek by 11:00 am
Reach the Top by 12:30pm
Explore the Fort and Lunch Time
Start Descend by 3pm
Reach the base till 4:00 pm.
Start the return journey by 5:00pm
Evening Refreshments on the way back to Mumbai
Reaching Mumbai by 9.30 pm tentatively.

Mumbai People :

The cost for the trek will be INR 650/- per head, 
which includes, 
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private NON AC BUS,
Breakfast and Evening Refreshments.
Guide and TMI Expertise Charges.

Pune People :

The cost for the trek will be INR 400/- per head, 
which includes, 
Travelling from Lonavala to Lonavala by Public Transport,
Breakfast and Evening Refreshments.
Guide and TMI Expertise Charges.

Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.

Account Details
Bank Name : ICICI Bank
Account ID : 123801501755
Account Type : Savings Bank Account
Account name : MANOJ KALWAR
Branch : MUMBAI-ANDHERI W E HIGHWAY
IFSC code : ICIC0001238

(Once payment is done , please send an email to manoj1920@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number and Pickup Point [Dadar / Chembur / Vashi])

Things to Be carried: 
Identity proof (Must),
Lunch for the day
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory),
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks. (Please avoid Sports / Canvas Shoes)

Its raining these days, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508

(Pls Msg if calls not answered.)

Mail us at trekmates@gmail.com / manoj1920@gmail.com  for any query
Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)

Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries

Last but not the least,Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Trek Mates India
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TMI: Nature Trail to Nagla Block on 3rd August '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:40 pm
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Hey Mates, Did you realize that even in Mumbai, we are surrounded by the gorgeous beauty of Nature; the lush green trees, colorful butterflies, chirping birds, and pretty flowers… Yes, our own city has it all. And we at Trek Mates India want you all to explore all this as we organize a Informative Nature Trail to Nagla block on 3rd August ’13.

The name might sound new to many of our mates. So here goes some information about the same:

Nagla block is the northern part of our very own Sanjay Gandhi National Park, which is separated by the vasai creek from its main part, i.e. Borivali side. This is a small part of SGNP, which is of much importance to the wildlife. While the human race is entering into the national park from its east, west and south side, the wildlife has only the North side to escape.

Nagla block was quite a famous place among many naturalists, for bird watching and insect and butterfly study. There had also been news about this area many a times for the expected tiger sightings, for many leopard sightings, and many more insects and bird sightings, which are very rare in other parts of our country.


Details about the event:
Location: Nagla Block, Sanjay Gandhi National Park,
Type: Nature trail
Group size: 25 mates


 Itinerary for the event:
Ø Meeting point: Bhayander station, platform no 1, below the indicator, at 7.30 am.
Ø Travel by autos till the nagla block.
Ø Trail for 4-5 hrs.
Ø Have breakfast / snacks in the mid time.
Ø End trail by 1 pm.
Ø Travel back till Bhayander station by autos.
Ø Programme ends.



The costs for the event will be Rs 400/- per head
Which includes
Ø Travel from Bhayander to Bhayander,
Ø 1 breakfast,
Ø Trail fees (expertise).

People can come to Nagla block directly… the costs for them will be 350/-

Things to be carried:
Ø Personnel identification
Ø A bottle of water
Ø Footwear (preferably shoes)
Ø Cap, camera, snacks (optional)


For more details and Registration, Please contact:
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508

Mail us in case of any query at trekmates@gmail.com
Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)
Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below: 
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Vikram: 9987761562

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub"

OR

Visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India.
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TMI : Monsoon Thrilling Trek to Torna Fort on 18th August 2013

July 30, 2013, 11:42 pm
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Hello Friends, We at Trek Mates India are glad to invite you for a Monsoon Thrilling Trek to Torna Fort on 18th August, Sunday 2013, Leaving on 17th August Saturday Night.

Type : Hill forts
District : Pune
Endurance : Medium
Difficulty : Medium
Height : 4200 feet
Base Village : Velhe
Max Participants : 45
Trek Leader : Manoj Kalwar

(*Pics Sourced from the Internet)

Torna: Torna fort is amongst the tallest forts around Pune. A difficult trek the trek to Torna however is one of the most satisfying treks for a nature lover. A huge fort, Torna has seen many a war and has been in control of many rulers at different times. Though most parts of the Torna fort is in ruins the panoramic view the fort offers is well worth the climb up.



(*Pics Sourced from the Internet)

Torna fort is the first fort that Shivaji captured and that too in his teens! Shivaji renamed it as Torna. Torna fort is also called Prachandgad. One of the tallest forts around Pune Torna fort also is the only fort that Aurangazeb captured in a real war! 
(*Pics Sourced from the Internet) 

The Torna Trek is a medium difficulty trek but the rewards of the toil is really fulfilling! The narrow tracks on the way up from Velhe the base village of Torna Trek leads to beautiful landscape. After monsoons which is the best season for the Torna trek the entire way would be laden with wild flowers. There are two  two rock patches on the way up, a little slippery, not bad during ascending, but the descend would really prove tough. The trek will take 3-4 hrs with stops.

The itinerary for the trek will be as follows: 
On 17th August 2013 , Saturday Night
Meeting Point : Pritam Hotel Dadar East @10:45 pm
Pickup Point : Nitin Company Junction , Thane @11:45 pm

No Late Comers Allowed , As we Respect the Participants who come on Time.

Reach Base Village by 5am
Rest in the bus till 6am
Breakfast at the base village
Introduction Round 
Start Trek by 7.30 am
Reach Top by 10.30 am
Explore the Fort
Start Descending by 12.00 pm
Reach Base Village by 2.30 pm
Lunch at the Base Village 
Start our Return Journey by 4pm
Evening Tea/Coffee on the way
Reach Mumbai by 10-11 pm (Depend on the Traffic)

The cost for the trek will be INR 900/- per head, 
which includes, 
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private NON AC BUS,
Breakfast, Veg Lunch and Evening Tea/Coffee.
Guide and TMI Expertise Charges.

Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.

Account Details
Bank Name : ICICI Bank
Account ID : 123801501755
Account Type : Savings Bank Account
Account name : MANOJ KALWAR
Branch : MUMBAI-ANDHERI W E HIGHWAY
IFSC code : ICIC0001238

(Once payment is done , please send an email to manoj1920@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number and Pickup Point [Dadar / Thane])

Things to Be carried: 
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),
One Packets of Energy Drink like Glucon D or Electral,
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory),
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks.

Its raining these days, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633
Nilesh Patil : 8655588508

(Pls Msg if calls not answered.)

Mail us at trekmates@gmail.com / manoj1920@gmail.com  for any query
Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)

Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on


Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries

Last but not the least,Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 
OR
visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Trek Mates India
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Goa Jungle Tour with Trek Mates India on 27th Sept to 3rd Oct '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:43 pm
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Dear Mates, Many of us have experienced the clear and shiny beaches of Goa... but we at Trek Mates India would want you to be a part of the Goa Jungle tour from 27th September to 3rd October ’13.

The West Coast Tropical Evergreen Forests and Moist Deciduous Forests of Goa have a lot to offer us.  The forest canopy is almost closed and the availability of grass is very limited. There are several perennial water sources in the state’s jungles resulting into good factor for wildlife.

Photo Courtesy: Google Images.

Wild mammals recorded in the sanctuary include: black panther, barking deer, bengal tiger, Leopard, bonnet macaque, common langur, civet,flying squirrel, gaur, malabar giant squirrel, mouse deer, pangolin, porcupine, slender loris, sambar, spotted deer, wild boar and wild dog.

Adding up to these are a wide range of Birds, Butterflies, Insects and Reptiles.
To add up to the cake, we will have Naturalist with us for better knowledge about the nature.

The itinerary for the event is as follows:
27 Sept 2013
Departure by 12133 Manglore Exp . at 10.15 pm from Mumbai CST .

28 Sept 2013 
Reach Madgaon station at 8.50 am
9.30  a.m.             Arrival at Nature’s Nest on the border of Bhagwan Mahavir  Wildlife Sanctuary
9.30 - 10.00         Check in, get fresh
10.30- 12.30        Explore area around (excellent for butterflies and herpetofauna)
1.00 p.m.             Lunch
3.00 -7.00             Trail to Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
8.00 p.m.             Dinner (Day travel 60 km approx)

29 Sept 2013
7.00 a.m.              Trek to Tambdi Surla Waterfall – starting from the 13th Century Temple.  Trek passes through semi-evergreen- evergreen forest One and half hours walk one way
1.00 a                    Lunch
3.00 - 7.00            Trail to Satpal arboretum and around for birding, insect watch
8.00 p.m.             Dinner.  (Day Travel 25 km approx)

30 Sept 2013
 6.15                       Leave for Bondla
7.00-11.00           Birding and nature walks at Bondla
1.00-2.00              Lunch at Bondla
3.00-7.00              Birding around Bondla
7.30                        Reach Nature’s Nest . (Day Travel 60 km approx)

1 Oct 2013
7.00-8.30              Birding at Collem
8.30- 9.00             Breakfast
9.00-12.30           Dudhsagar Waterfall Safari .
1.30-2.30              Lunch
3.30-5.30              Nature walk to Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary .   (Day Travel 25 km approx)

2 Oct 2013
Morning  - Dolphin trip post breakfast followed by visit to a fort (subject to running of boats) / Nature Trail.
Lunch
Time for shopping  (Day Travel 100 km approx   )  
Drop at Madgaon station  for evening train ( 10112  Kokan kanya Exp  )

3 Oct 2013
Reach Mumbai in Morning . 


Tour cost:- Rs.9000/- Per Person.

Inclusions:-
Accommodation
All meals
All taxes


Exclusion:-
To & Fro Train Ticket
Any expenses of personal nature
Meals other than specified.
Meals during Railway Journeys
Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions. 


Payment Details:
One needs to deposit the full amount into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
ICICI Current Account No: 148805500050
Name: Straub
Ifsccode: icic0001488
Branch: Kalwa

For further Enquiries call us at:Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Vikram Singh: 9987761562

(Once payment is done, please send an email to trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number)

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (W) - 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India.
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TMI: Trek to Chanderi Fort on 4th August '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:44 pm
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Hi Mates, we at Trek Mates India are glad to invite you for a One day Monsoon Trek to Chanderi via Vangani on Sunday, 4th August ’13.

Trek Details:
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 2330 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium
District: Raigad
Range:  Matheran
Base Village: Vangani
Trek Leader: Nilesh Patil - 8655588508

Chanderi is an ancient army fort situated near Vangani (Kalyan).
There are not much remnants on the top except few water tanks and shatters stones
  
The view from the top is really alluring; one can observe Karnala, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Manikgad, Peb, Matheran, Nakhind, Navra navri, Tavli etc from the top.
There is no significant history attached to this fort. Near the caves on the fort are visible some remnants of fortification. This is the only sign to designate Chanderi as a fort. In May 1656, Shivaji Maharaj conquered all territory up to Kalyan-Bhiwandi-Rairi. This was when this fort came under the rule of the Marathas.
Lack of development, low water storage areas, absence of significant constructions, limited facilities for people to stay and extremely difficult approach road seem to suggest that rather than a fort, this was possibly a military base.



The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
We will be starting with the second karjat local (time table given below)
People may board the same Karjat train from the stations of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second compartment from CST side: Please take return ticket)

Reach Vangani by 7:36.
Breakfast, Travel till base village by Auto/Private vehicle
Trek till top in 3hrs
Lunch,
Descend till base village by 5 pm
Back to Vangani and then back to Mumbai by 9:30 pm tentatively.

Train Timing
Karjat Slow-S7
CST: 5.40
Byculla: 5.48
Dadar: 5.58
Kurla: 6.09
Ghatkopar: 6.15
Thane: 6.35
Dombivali: 6.57
Kalyan: 7.07
Ambernath: 07.18
Badlapur: 7.25
Vangani: 7.36

The charges for the trek will be Rs 450/- per head, which includes
Travelling from Vangani to Vangani
Morning and Evening Refreshments

Things to be carried:
Lunch for Sunday.
A bottle of water (At-least 2 Ltrs),
some extra clothes for changing

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Windcheaters.

Its raining these days, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below: 
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Vikram: 9987761562

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub"

OR

Visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India.
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TMI: White Water Rafting on 04th August '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:46 pm
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Hey Mates, get ready for one of the best water adventures, as Trek Mates India organizes  White Water Rafting on 04th August '13.

White Water Rafting is one of the best adventures one can experience, without prior experience. The waters cant get more adventures from here. And what more is needed, if the waters are dam controlled, which just makes sure about the safety of the participant while Rafting.
Safety is further taken care with Life jackets and safety helmets. So even non swimmers can join the event.

About the Activity:
Total Distance: 12 kms
Duration: 2hrs to 2.5 hrs(Depending on the speed of the water)
Rapids: Total 10 rapidsInternational Grading : IV + Category
Activity type: Adventurous
Grade: Medium
Endurance level: Medium

The itinerary for the event is as follow :
Meeting Point: 4th August: Swaminarayan Mandir, nr Dadar stn(e) at 5.00am Sharp.
Start from Mumbai by our private bus.
Pick up Points: Chembur, Vashi, Kalamboli.
Travel till Kolad and reach the rafting site by 9.00 am(Breakfast in the bus.)
River rafting session for next 2-3 hrs.
Lunch at a nearby Restaurant.
Further we go for kayaking, zipline, rivercrossing, banana ride, jet ski ride, etc rides (self paid)
else start our journey back reaching Mumbai tentatively by 7pm.

The cost for the event will be Rs 2300/- per head
which includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar,
Activity Charges.
Breakfast, Lunch (Veg / non-Veg /Jain - Buffet style)

Payment Details: 
One needs to deposit full amount as advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
ICICI Current Account No:148805500050
Name: Straub
Ifsccode: icic0001488
Branch: Kalwa

For further Enquiries and Registrations, call us at
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Vikram Singh: 9987761562

Things To Be carried :
A bottle of water,
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes (Loose fitting clothes with shorts, cloths that dry quickly)
Footwear (preferably floaters for rafting)
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.

Medicines those if u require usually (Optional)
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
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Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
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Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.
Regards,
Team Treak Mates India
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Cloudy Bike Ride to Bhimashankar, Naneghat, Malshej with TMI on 9-10-11 August '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:47 pm
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Hey  Mates, Pack your bags, Service your bikes, and get ready for a mystic ride through the clouds, as we at Trek Mates India organize a Round trip Bike Ride From Mumbai – Pune - Bhimashankar – Naneghat – Malshej – Mumbai 0n 9th -10th – 11th August 2013.

Event Details:
Type: Bike Ride
Grade: Medium (as it might Rain)
Route: Mumbai – Pune - Bhimashankar – Naneghat – Malshej – Mumbai
Total Distance: 500 Kms app.
Trek leader: Rahul Barve (97691 49555/ 86528 55445)

The Itinerary for the event will be as follows:
Day 1:
Ride from  Panvel  - Pune - Bhimashankar
Meeting Point: kalamboli McDonald at 6.30am
Start riding towards Lonavala - Chakan - Bhimashankar.
Pune ppl can join at Chakan.
Enjoy nature, and photography, Food stops enroute.
Dinner and Stay at Bhimashankar.


Day 2:Ride further From Bhimashankar to Naneghat.
Enroute visit Lenyadri Ganapati.
Stay at Naneghat at some local Villager's place.


Day3:
Ride from Naneghat towards Mumbai.
Ride through the clouds in Malshej Ghat.
Food halts enroute
Reach Mumbai by 8.30 pm.


The Cost for the event:
The Costing of the event will be on Actuals. Trek Mates will pay for the food and accommodation of all the participants which will be equally divided among every member of the trek after the event.
Rs. 500 extra will be added to the same (per person), considered as the administration charges for Trek mates India.
Expected Expenses: 2500/- per person (excluding Petrol/ Maintenance)

Petrol and Maintenance cost should be settled by the bike owner and the person accompanying him.
> In case, of a single rider, the petrol and maintenance charges has to be paid by him alone. (Trek Mates will provide info about a willing participant who can accompany you, and share the expenses. this depends on availability of such willing participants.)


Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
Bike’s Legal Papers, Helmet (Must)
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, Extra Pair of clothes,
Camera,Cap, etc.(Optional),
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below: 
Rahul Barve: 9769149555
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi,
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Trek Mates India.
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TMI Monsoon Trek to Garbett Plateau on 1st September '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:48 pm
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Hi Mates, We at Trek Mates India are glad to invite you for a One day Monsoon Trek to Matheran via Garbett Plateau on 1st September 2013, Sunday.


Little Info About The Trek
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 2625 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium
District: Raigad
Range: Matheran
Base Village: Diksal
Trek Leader: Vishal Khond



(* Pics from Mathew Padinjath)

Matheran
(Unpolluted Hill-Station of Maharashtra)

The climate of Matheran is very cool. The most unforgettable things about Matheran are deep forest and the waterfalls nearby, especially in rainy season. The beauty of the hill station gets doubled in monsoon. Matheran is truly 'The Best Hill Station in Maharashtra.

Matheran is most splendid hill station in Maharashtra; it covers an area of 8 square kilometers in Sahyadris. This lovely spot was discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the collector of Thane district. Garbett point is located on South-west side of Matheran with grand view of the plateau.

Pics from Last Year : https://picasaweb.google.com/111275558261731507419/MatheranViaGarbettPoint
The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Meeting Point For Mumbai People: 1st September, Sunday.
6am at Dadar Central Station (Platform 4)
We will be starting with the CST - Karjat Fast Local (Time table given below)
People may board the same Karjat train from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second boggy from CST side)

Train Timing
CST - Karjat Fast Local
CST - 06:16 am
Byculla - 06:23 am
Dadar - 06:30 am
Kurla - 06:37 am
Ghatkopar - 6:41 am
Thane - 6:56 am
Dombivali - 7:08 am
Kalyan - 7:16 am
Bhivpuri -08:01 am

Meeting point For Pune people: Bhivpuri Station at 8.00 am
Breakfast at  Bhivpuri.
Start trek at around 8:30 am.
Reach Garbett Plateau by 1:30 pm
Have Lunch @ Garbett Plateau
Leave for Matheran by 2.30pm
Reach Matheran by 4:30 pm and proceed towards Dasturi Naka.
Take Taxi Till Neral Station
Reach Neral Station by 6pm.
Evening Refreshment @ Neral.
Catch the train from Neral.
Reach Dadar by 9.30pm - 10pm

Members are requested to take return ticket till Bhivpuri by their own.
Board the second last compartment which is the second one from CST side.Everybody will board the same local and we meet in the train itself

The cost of the trek will be Rs. 350/- per head 
which includes,
Transportation from Bhivpuri to Neral
Breakfast and Evening refreshments.
TMI Expertise Charges

Things to be carried:
Lunch for Sunday.
Identity proof.
A bottle of water (At-least 2 Ltrs),
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Windcheaters.

Its raining these days, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.


For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below: 
Vishal Khond: 8291139993 / 9322069953
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508


To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India.

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TMI: Karnataka Special - Kalsa Sural / Mighty Sada / Parwad Valley Soutera Waterfall Treks 9, 10 & 11 Aug '13

July 30, 2013, 11:50 pm
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AAAAooo Mates, Get ready for the fun, as we at Trek Mates India bring to you a combination of three different Karnataka special treks -

Kalsa Sural / Mighty Sada / Parwad Valley Soutera Waterfall Treks 9, 10 & 11 Aug


The Itinerary for the event will be as follows:
Day 1: 08th August:
Start from Dadar by 10.30 pm by VRL Buses and Start travelling towards Belgaum



Photo Courtesy: Google Images

Day 2: 09 August:
Pick up from Belgaum Bus Station & Transfer to our Jungle Cottages about 45 km (1 hour drive) from Belgaum. Check In, Fresh up & After Breakfast proceed for the Kalsa & Sural Waterfalls / Shimbola & Talatri Waterfalls Trek. Evening a couple games followed by Dinner. Night Stay.

Day 3: 10 August
After Breakfast proceed for the Mighty Sada Trek. Here you will visit the Undergound Volcanic Caves (on the Karnataka Maharashtra Border) & a Waterfall (on the Karnataka Goa Border). If time permits we can also visit the Sada fort which is close by (on the Karnataka Maharashtra Border). Relax back in the Cottages or our Jungle Camp after a late lunch. Camp Fire over soft music followed by Dinner & Night Stay.
Photo Courtesy: Google Images

Day 4: 11 August
After Breakfast drive to visit the Parwad Valley & Soutera Waterfalls (on the Karnataka Goa Border Ridge). Return to our Jungle Cottages for Lunch. Post Lunch start our back journey after evening Refreshment.

Day 5: 12th August
Early morning Back in Mumbai

Package Cost: Rs. 4500/- per person

Inclusions:
Transport from Mumbai to Mumbai
Veg Food beginning from Breakfast on Day 2 till Dinner on Day 4
Accommodation in Jungle Cottages on 4 sharing basis
Services of Guides / Trainers
Inter-state Taxes, Permits & Driver Allowances

Excludes:
Mineral Water & other Beverages
Personal Food Orders
Medicine & Medical Expenses
Anything Else Not Mentioned Above


Payment Details:
One needs to deposit the full amount advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
ICICI Current Account No: 148805500050
Name: Straub
Ifsccode: icic0001488
Branch: Kalwa

For further Enquiries call us at:
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Vikram Singh: 9987761562

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (W) - 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India
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TMI: One Day Monsoon Trek to Gorakhgad Fort on 24th August , Saturday 2013

July 30, 2013, 11:52 pm
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Hello Friends, We at Trek Mates India are glad to invite you for a One Day Monsoon Trek to Gorakhgad Fort on 24th August, Saturday 2013.

Some Information about the Fort:
Place: Gorakhgad fort
Height: 2137 ft
Base Village: Dehri
District: Thane
Difficulty Level: Medium (Rock patches)
Endurance Level: Medium
Trek Leader: Aniket Thosar (99694 93452)



Gorakhgad is a fort that can be done easily in a day, both from Mumbai and Pune. Though not famous for any historical events, Gorakhgad attracts trekkers due to its inviting pinnacles, which offer good opportunities for rock-climbing. This region of Gorakhgad and Machchindragad has a dense forest cover.

Fort Gorakhgad is quite small in size. It was having strategic importance during the reign of Shahaji Raje. However, no major battle is recorded to have taken place here. It was used in Shivaji's era to patrol the nearby region and was used as a stopover station during the journey to Junnar via Naneghat. Though small in size, there is enough availability water and a lot of space for accommodation. The fort gets its name from Saint Gorakhnath, who performed his "Sadhana" in this place.


The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Meeting Point  : Swami Narayan Mandir, Dadar (E) at 05:30 am
Pick up point : Teen Hath Naka, Thane at 06.00 am.
Travel from Mumbai till the base village(by private bus).
Reach base village by 10 am.
Have Breakfast, start ascend and reach the top till 1.00 pm.

Explore the fort, have lunch, and start descend.
Refreshment and start our back journey.
Reach Dadar by 09.00pm. (approximately)

The charges for the trek will be Rs 650/- per head, which includes
Travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai by private NON AC bus, 
Breakfast and Evening Tea/Coffee, 
TMI Expertise Charges.

For registrations, contact:
Aniket Thosar : 99694 93452  
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508

Note : Registrations through phone calls only. Please sms if call not answered.

Payment Details:One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Bank Name : Union Bank of India
Account ID : 641602010000559
Account Type : Savings Bank Account
Account name : Vikramsingh Suryawanshi
Branch : Railway Station Thane(w) branch
IFS code : UBIN0564168

Things To Be carried:
Lunch For the Day, A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs),
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes
Windcheaters, Camera, Cap, etc. (Optional)
Medicine those if u require usually
A good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags

Pics of the similar event conducted last year:
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150225770575103.487255.678105102&type=1

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.
Regards,
Team Treak Mates India
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TMI Back Packing tour to Kerala from 21st to 29th Sept '13.

July 30, 2013, 11:53 pm
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Dear Mates, with our tradition to bring you something new, We at Trek Mates India invite you for a Back packing tour to one of the most photographic locations of the Country – Kerala from 21st Sept to 29th Sept.


Some Information about the tour:
Tour Name: Kerala Backpack Tour
Duration: 08 Nights / 09 Days
Route: Kochi – Thattekad – Munnar – Periyar – Kumarakom - Kochi



The Itinerary for the event will be as possible:
Day 1, 21st Sept:-
Depart to Kochin by Mangla Exp. / Netravati Exp.

Day 2, 22nd Sept:-
Arrive at Kochin, pick up from the station & transfer to Thattekad. After arrival transfer to hotel and stay.

Day 3, 23rd Sept:-
Enjoy birding at Thattekad in the morning. Post lunch depart to Munnar.
After arrival at Munnar, check into the hotel and overnight stay is at Munnar.

Day 4, 24th Sept:-
Today enjoy Munnar sightseeing. Visit Tea gardens, tea museum, Mattupetty Dam. Also visit Eravikulam National park. Evening, return to the hotel and overnight stay is at Munnar.

Day 5, 25th Sept:-
This morning transfer to Thekkady. After arrival, check into the hotel. Fresh up and leave for Thekkady sightseeing. Visit the spice plantations and spice market at the nearby town of Kumily.  Evening return to the hotel and overnight stay is at Thekkady.

Day 6, 26th Sept:-
This morning, visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary. It is also a declared tiger reserve. Late afternoon depart to Alleppey / Kumarakom. Evening, arrive in Alleppey / Kumarakom and check into the hotel and overnight stay is at Alleppey / Kumarakom.

Day 7, 27th Sept:-
Today, visit Kumarakom bird sanctuary. Afternoon depart to Kochin. After arrival visit Fishing nets & marine drive. Return to the hotel and overnight stay is at Kochi.

Day 8, 28th Sept:-
This morning, leave for Kochi Sightseeing. Visit Fort Kochin area to see the Jewesh Synagogue and Dutch Palace. Later drop at Eranakulam station to board a train to Mumbai.

Day 9, 29th Sept:-
Arrive at Mumbai and Tour ends.

Tour cost:- Rs.12500/- Per Person.

Inclusions:-
Accommodation
All meals
Sightseeing by tempo traveller    
All taxes

Exclusion:-
To & Fro Train Ticket at actuals
Any expenses of personal nature
Meals other than specified.
Meals during Railway Journeys
Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions. 


Payment Details:
One needs to deposit 10000/- as advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
ICICI Current Account No: 148805500050
Name: Straub
Ifsccode: icic0001488
Branch: Kalwa

For further Enquiries call us at:Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Vikram Singh: 9987761562

(Once payment is done, please send an email to trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number)

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (W) - 400602.
Regards,
Team Trek Mates India



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TMI Trek to Ghosalgad, Talagad & Mandad Caves on 11th Aug, 2013

July 30, 2013, 11:54 pm
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Hey Mates, Trek Mates India invites you to a One Day Monsoon Trek to Ghosalgad, Talagad & Mandad Caves on 11th August 2013, Sunday.

Little Information about the event: 
GHOSALGAD :
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 1200 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy
Region: Roha, Raigad
Base Village: Ghosale
Trek Leader : Vishal Khond (8291139993)

GHOSALGAD : Approx 10 km south of Roha and 32 km east of Murud is a mountain which arises majestically to the sky. A fort on the top of hill has been named Ghosalgad after the village Ghosala below. The fort was used as look out post for those ruling over Murud.
As the base village Ghosal is at a considerable height, a hike to the fort from the base is not much and there is an easy path to the top. A water pond named Wajta Haud, remnants of watch tower, fortified wall, temple of Bhavani and Ganapati, water cisterns etc. can be seen atop. A beautiful view of base village Ghosala, Murud creek and Talagad can be seen from the top.


TALAGAD :
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 1000 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy
Region: Roha, Raigad
Base Village: Medhe
Trek Leader : Vishal Khond (8291139993)

TALAGAD : A fortified monument on the southern bank of Malti creek, the Tala fort lies east west at a height of 1000 feet above the sea level in Tala town in Maharashtra. The fort is separated from the rest of the hill by a wide gap. This protected monument of 4th century was built during the reign of Bhoja Raja and was used as a watch on the beautiful Rajpuri stream. Tala fort is a very good example for the artistic talents of the then generation. The bottom of the hill in which the fort situates is surrounded by thick woody forest. Once a center of prime importance, this marvelous construction stands as the relic of its past glory.

MANDAD / KUDA CAVES :
Kuda caves, famous for Buddhist caves. These rock cut caves are classic example of Buddhist cave art and amazing for their architectural excellence. These caves have two levels and the individual blocks are smaller and are on the upper levels. The inscriptions on the caves are the preaching of Buddha and his disciples. The interiors of the caves are carved with stupas and a rock carved image of an elephant as the janitor is inscribed on the front gate of the caves.
In many of the caves in Kuda hills, there are evidences to testify that monks used them as dwelling places. The inscriptions, letters and paintings in the Kuda hills shows that these caves are built in during first to sixth centuary B.C. Set up on a hilly terrain, the Kuda caves give a magnificient view of the valley below. This is a recommended place for those who are having a keen interest in historical monuments and archeology.

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Meeting point : Swami Narayan Mandir, Dadar (E) at 11.00 pm on Sunday 10th  August, 2013.
Pick up points: Chembur, Vashi, Panvel

Reach Base Village Ghosale and rest for some time.
Breakfast and Start our trek by 7:30 am
Reach on Top Ghosalgad @ 9:00
Explore n Descend.
Reach Kuda Caves by 12:30
Lunch & explore the caves
Reach Tala Village @ 2:00
Start our trek by 2:10
On top Talagad @ 2:45 Explore n Descend
Reach Base Village @ 3:30
Start our Return Journey @ 4:00pm
Evening Refreshments on the way
Reach Mumbai by 8.00 pm tentatively.

The cost for the trek is Rs 700/- per head Inclusions:
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private Non AC Bus,
Breakfast
Evening Refreshments

For Booking please transfer INR 500 into following account :
Account Name – Vishal Ravindra Khond
Bank – ICICI Bank Ltd
Branch – Naupada Branch, Thane
IFS Code – ICIC0000035
Saving Account Number - 003501542728 
(Once payment is done , please send an email to vishalkhond9@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number and Pickup Point)

Things to Be carried: 
Identity proof (Must),
Lunch for the day
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of clothes, socks.
Its raining these days, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

For Registrations, Contact:
Vishal Khond: 8291139993 / 9322069953
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508

To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @
STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India.
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TMI : One Day Monsoon Trek to Surgad Fort on 04th Aug’ 2013.

July 30, 2013, 11:55 pm
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We at Trek Mates India have arranged a One Day Monsoon Trek to Surgad on Sunday, 04th Aug’ 2013.


Little Info About The Fort :
Name: Surgad 
Height: ~ 1600 feet
Grade:  Medium
Region: ~ Nagothane
Base Village:  Khamb Village

Image Courtesy: Trekshitiz.com.

Explore the little known but extremely interesting and beautiful Gherasurgad. The Fort has inscription, water tanks, ancient temples and buildings and falls in the western ghats region of India and is historically associated with Chatrapati Shivaji. It is also called Surgad. From the top of the fort you have the most astounding view of the river Kundalika river snaking below and the peaks of the western ghats in the distance.

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Meeting Point: Swami Narayan Mandir, Dadar (E) at 06.00 am on Sunday 04th Aug, 2013.
Pick up points: Chembur - 06:15 am, Vashi - 06:40 am, Panvel - 07:00am

Reach Base Village Khamb 09:30am, Breakfast Enroute
Start our trek by 10:00 am
Reach on Top Surgad  @ 12:30 noon
Lunch & explore the fort
Start descend @ 02:00pm
Reach Base Village @ 4:30pm
Start our Return Journey @ 5:00pm
Evening Refreshments on the way
Reach Mumbai by 08.00pm tentatively.

The cost for the trek is Rs 650/- per head Inclusions:
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private Non AC Bus,
Breakfast
Evening Refreshments

For Booking please transfer INR 500 into following account:
Account Name – Vishal Ravindra Khond
Bank – ICICI Bank Ltd
Branch – Naupada Branch, Thane
IFS Code – ICIC0000035
Saving Account Number - 003501542728 
(Once payment is done , please send an email to vishalkhond9@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number and Pickup Point)

Things to Be carried: 
Identity proof (Must),
Lunch for the day
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of clothes, socks.
Its raining these days, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

For Registrations, Contact:
Vishal Khond: 8291139993 / 9322069953
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508


To get quick updates about the Live action and Unlimited Dhammal, Join us on
Facebook Mumbai
Facebook Pune
Twitter
TMI Website
TMI Diaries

Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.

For any Trekking gear or travelling accessories,
Join our Facebook page "Straub" 

OR

visit us at Trek Mates India's own office cum Sales Store @STRAUB
Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi, 
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) 400602.

Regards,
Team Trek Mates India
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