'TrekIncredible' invites you to visit the most picturesque destination in Maharashtra The "KAAS Plateau"

Region: Satara
Grade: Easy
Mode of Transport: Private
Maximum Seats : 25

Last date of informing:
25th Sept,Thursday

The tentative schedule for the event is as below,

On 27th September 2014,
10.00 pm : Depart from Dadar (East)
(Pickup points would be Chembur-Maitri Park, Vashi Highway, CBD Belapur etc. on the route)
On 28th September 2014
05.00 am : Reach Satara
06.00 am : Breakfast
06.30 am : Move towards KAAS
12.00 pm : Lunch
12.30 pm : Depending on the availability of time we may visit one of places between Sajjangad, Thoseghar waterfalls or chalkewadi windmills
02.00 pm : Return Journey
08.00 pm : Reach at Dadar East

The Expenditure for the event is Rs. 1500/- per Head

Which includes ,
*To and fro transport from Dadar (E)
*1 breakfast, 1 lunch and evening refreshments

Those interested need to book seats by paying Rs.1000 to the following account,

Bank Name - ICICI Bank
Branch - Vikhroli West
IFSC Code - ICIC0001045
Account Name - Swapnil Vikas Kshirsagar
Account No. - 643401506880

(Once done, please sms transaction reference no. to follwing no. 9769345484 - Swapnil)

Things to be carried:

• Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc
• Water (2 ltr Minimum)
• Towel/Napkins, Extra pair of clothes
• Torch
• Good footwear(preferably Shoes)
• Slippers or floaters (optional)
• Personal medicines. (if u require usually/Optional)
• Wind Cheater (Compulsory)
• 2-3 bunch of papers
• Other things as per your choice

* Drinking alcohol and smoking strictly not allowed.
* We do take utmost care of every member of the group during the event,but still each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
* The leader's decision will be final and binding on all.

For all your further queries , Please Contact,

Swapnil - 9769345484

Hey Mates, Get ready for fun as we at Trek Mates India organise a Dolphin Safari & Tour to Dapoli – Murud - Harnai - Anjarle and the Surrounding Region on 11th and 12th October ’2014 (Leaving on Friday 10th Night).

Some information about the area:

The places that will be visiting are:

1. Dapoli.
2. Anjarle Beach

3. Harnai Beach

4. Kadyawarcha Ganpati

5. Fishing Village @ Harnai

6. Suvarnadurg Fort

7. Dolphin Safari

8. Water Sports (Optional)

Dapoli

Dapoli is 215 km away from Mumbai. It is also called the "Mini Mahabaleshwar" (Mahabaleshwar is a hill station in Maharashtra) because of its cool climate throughout the year. Dapoli is also the city which gave birth to many historic idols including Lokmanya Tilak, Sane Guruji, Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve, Wrangler Paranjape, and Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar. It is close to the Arabian Sea (approx 8 km away) and acts as the main town (Taluka Headquarters) for several other small surrounding villages such as Anjarle, Sarang, Bhopan, Harnai, Dabhol, Navse (Bharti Ship Yard), Unhavare, Jaalgaon, Gimhavane, Asud, Vanand, Kherdi, Karde, Murud and Umberghar. Jaalgaon, a village in Dapoli, was awarded the "sant gadgebaba gram swachatta" award for cleanest village by the Maharashtra government. Dapoli is nowadays developing as a tourist destination due its climate, tourist places, beaches, and scenery.Dapoli is separated from the Sayhadri range by the Khed taluka. Dapoli has a seaboard of 50 km which stretches from Burondi, Kelshi to Dabhol. The coastline differs little in its general characteristics from that of other parts of Kokan. It is densely covered by coconut farms. The principal rivers are Bharja in the north and Vashishthi in the south. There is also a small river called Jog which flows through Sarang, Tadil, and into the Arabian sea.Despite being only 7 km away from the coast of Arabian sea, the town is located at an altitude of around 800 feet (240 m).Dapoli was the first Nagar Panchayat in India.

Murud Beach

Located on the rugged Konkan coastline, Murud is a small town about 11km from Dapoli. A long, scenic stretch of a beach with swaying palms and a beautiful, ancient Durga Devi temple are its primary attractions. It is also known as Murud - Harnai.
Murud has a lot of beach resorts amidst the coconut plantations. Delicious, fresh seafood includes the likes of Pomfret, Kingfish (Surmai) and Prawns straight from the Arabian Sea. You can also enjoy pure vegetarian, home-made Konkani cuisine at some of the houses nearby. The beach itself with its soft sand and wide expanses is well suited for walking, jogging or simply freaking out. You will probably be able to watch the white bellied sea eagle, white backed vultures and sea gulls. Olive Ridley sea turtles are also spotted here.
Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve, who established the first Indian University for women (SNDT), hailed from Murud. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1958. You can also visit the museum which is dedicated to this great man.

Harnai Beach

A very quiet beach, highly attractive for meditation, Harnai beach is renowned as the gateway romantic beach in Harnai. The inflows of the tourists are growing multitudes year by year in this unspoiled beauty of nature.
This beach is famed for its clean softy shores and safe waters for fun filled activities as well as for swimming. The palm trees lined up adds a scenic natural greenish background for the calm beach. It is really an experience spending few hours to few days in the cool ambience of beach. This is a weekend destination to many of the Mumbai and Pune populace to escape from the busy city life.
Anjarle Kadyawarcha Ganpati

Anjarle is a village in the Dapoli taluka, Ratnagiri district and is known for the Kadyawarcha Ganpati temple (कड्याचा गणपती) which means Ganapati on a cliff. This temple was originally constructed using wooden pillars around 1150. It was renovated between 1768 to 1780. Until the recent construction of bridge across the Anjarle creek and the building of a road up to the temple, pilgrims had to cross Anjarle creek (Jog River) in a boat, before climbing the hill using steps which pass through Anjarle village.

Fishing Village @ Harnai

Harnai port is the main fishing village. Every evening hundreds of fishing boats come back after fishing and gather to auction their catch. The fish auction is the essential trade step between fish landings and the trade. Business worth lakhs of rupees is carried out daily between 4 pm to 7 pm. Witnessing the fish auctions here is a awe inspiring experience and you could also hitch a ride in a bullock cart here!!
Harnai port should be one of the essential part of any Dapoli vacation not just for the auctions. You could vist the Kanakdurg fort with a lighthouse offering splendid views of the ocean Suvarnadurg fort and the fishing village. You can also visit the historic Suvarnadurg fort from here and enjoy a boat ride too!

Suvarnadurg Fort

Suvarnadurg Fort, also known as Harnai Bunder, lies off the beautiful Harnai coast. It is a small sea port built by great emperor Shivaji to effectively counter the attacks by Sindhis. Of late the fort had been converted to a ship building port in Maharashtra.
The Fort was exceptional in its appearance; most of the parts are in ruins. It brings the remembrance of the construction abilities of Maratha architects. It is a fort visited by many tourists, especially those who are fond of architecture, history and archeology.

The tentative itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point, Mumbai - Pritam Hotel , Dadar (e) at 11.30 pm Pickup Point : Yogi Hotel , Near Diamon Garden , Chembur @ 11:45 pm

Pickup Point : Vashi Below Main Bridge @ 12:00 am

Day 01 : 11th October, Saturday.

Reach Anjarle by 6.30 am

Breakfast

Visit Anjarle Kadyawarcha Ganpati & Anjarle Beach

Lunch @ Anjarle

Visit Fishing Village @ Harnai

Visit to The Beautiful Harnai Harbour as seen from the Lighthouse.

Visit Harnai Beach

Dinner & Campfire @ Anjarle Beach

Day 02 : 12th October, Sunday.

Wake up at 6 am

Breakfast

Visit Murud Beach

Dolphin Safari @ Murud Beach & Explore Suvarnadurg Fort by boat

Water Sports (Optional – Personal Expenses)

Post Lunch, Start Return Journey

Evening Tea / Coffee on the way.
Reach Mumbai by 9-10 pm (Depend on the traffic).

Photo’s of our last Visit : https://www.facebook.com/bibhashazari/media_set?set=a.705306079487196.100000234319974&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/bibhashazari/media_set?set=a.707618399255964.100000234319974&type=3

The cost for the tour will be INR 3500/- per head, which includes :
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private NON AC BUS,
Food (Veg / NonVeg)
Triple or Quadruple Sharing Accommodation.
Dolphin Safari & Suvarndurg Fort Visit by private boat.

Note : Registrations through phone calls only (Do send sms if calls are not attended).

Payment details:
One needs to pay Rs 3000 as advance at the time of booking. (Non Refundable)

Account Details

Bank Name: ICICI Bank

Account ID: 123801501755

Account Type: Savings Bank Account
2Account 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, Gender , Cell Number, Age)

Last date for Registration : 05th October or till the 25 seats get booked.

Please check the details of Registration Process, Payment Terms & Refund policy

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

Medical Disclaimer: It is most essential to be fit and fine before heading for trekking. While planning your trekking trip, it is preferable to have a medical fitness check up done. If suffering from any kind of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, sever headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes etc should seek their physicians advice before coming.

For Registrations, call us on

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Trek Mates Office: 8422 888 006 / 007 / 008

Vikramsingh: 99877 61562

(Pls Msg if calls not answered.)

Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)

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Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged a 1 day trek 2 Yellow Flower Carpet Special Ranveda Ratangad (Via Trimbak Darwaja Ascend & Ladder Route Descend ) on Sunday 28 September 2014... Hope 2 c u with us 2 Njoy ...

Brief Intro abt Ratangad

Height: 4255 ft

Grade: Medium

Time: ~2.5 hrs frm Samrad / Ratanwadi

Location: Bhandardara region

Fascinating Spots:

Ratangad : Amruteshwar temple, Rani cha Huda, Nedhe, Trimbak Darwaja etc.

The Itinerary for the trek: -
Rendezvous: @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar (east) 23:00 hrs on Saturday 27 September 2014

23:00 hrs: Depart from Dadar by Private Vehicle

Sunday 28th September 2014

05:45 Hrs: @ Samrad

Breakfast & Tea Break , Intro time

07:00 Hrs: Ascend RATANGAD by Trimbak Darwaja side (via Samrad)

10:00 Hrs: Atop Ratangad

Exploration, Sight seeing, Lunch, Rest for 3 hrs

13:30 Hrs: Descend through Ladder route - Ganesh Darwaja
16:30 Hrs: @ Ratanwadi Base

Visit Amruteshwar Temple

Snacks & Tea Break

Depart 2 Mumbai by private vehicle

We will be in Mumbai 22:30 hrs (That's Subjective)

The Cost for the Trek is abt Rs. 900 /- per head only
This includes Dadar to Dadar transport by private vehicle, Morning & Evening Refreshments + Shikhar Vedh Charges
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Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 900/- (Non-refundable) … Seats will be allotted on payment basis … Last row seats will be given only on demand :) else late payment ones … Deposit the amount on following account.
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

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Last date to register with advance payment is Thursday 25th September 2014 till 5 pm.

Few memories in form of snaps of Ratangad as below

https://picasaweb.google.com/104308826753820397974/Ratangad?feat=email
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https://picasaweb.google.com/111824097481318544223/RatangadTheJewel?authkey=Gv1sRgCKiB1Jfj38PAvAE
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https://picasaweb.google.com/117804923219110566431/TrekRatangad?authkey=Gv1sRgCJvp-IbBnfiQIA
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Things To Carry:-.
Pls Do carry Lunch for Sunday (a must)
A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereiesCamera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food.
Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION, do carry a extra pair as well
Personal basic medical kit

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373.

Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged 1 day Kalu Waterfall Trek on Thursday 2nd October 2014 (Gandhi-Jayanti Holiday)...

Hope 2 cu on trek with us to NJoy

Brief Introduction about Kalu Waterfall:

Grade: Easy
Time: ~ 2.5 hrs from Base Village - Savarne
Location: Malshej

Kalu Waterfall: This is very famous waterfall in the Malshej region. Total height is about 1200 feet, drops in about five patches. The trek to the Kalu Waterfall near the Malshej Ghat is just to experience its awesome power and strength is an experience in itself.

Plan:

Meet at Prtiam Hotel, Dadar (E) at 05.45 hrs sharp on Thursday 2nd October 2014

We will be heading to base village by private vehicle

05:50 Hrs: Departure from Dadar by Private Vehicle
08:30 Hrs: B/f - Tea Break @ Hotel Samarth , Saralgaon

10:00 Hrs: @ Thitabi village

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Round of Instructions, Intro's etc.
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10:00 Hrs: Trek Starts to the Kalu Waterfall12:30 Hrs: @ Kalu waterfall, below the 4th patch
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Rest, Fun time in waterfall, Lunch time
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15:00 Hrs: Descend
17:30 Hrs: Evening snacks / T @ Hotel on the way
18:00 Hrs: Departure 2 Mumbai
.We will reach Dadar by 22:00 Hrs on Sunday (Subjective to traffic)
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The Cost of the trek would be Rs. 900/- per head

The above cost includes

Travel from Dadar to Dadar by Private Vehicle ( Non - A/c )
2 Refreshments + T
Shikhar Vedh Charges

Since its a one day trek ... seats r limited ...

Deposit Rs. 500/- (Non-Refundable) advance on following A/c for vehicle reservation

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

Last date for registration: - Monday 29th September 2014, 5 pm OR Till the reg. gets full
Some memories in form of snaps from our last year trek

1) https://www.facebook.com/contact.sankalp/media_set?set=a.10151248714719669.511159.538449668&type=3

2) https://picasaweb.google.com/m7vandana/KaluWaterfallOctober32011?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCOeaw6uorMGtfQ&feat=directlink

3) https://plus.google.com/photos/106891255370107929951/albums/5660199609813946177?banner=pwa

Note: We have to cross the stream (Knee - depth) 3 times on this trek ... U can try floaters with good grips if u r comfortable with it ...

Things To Carry: -

A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( a must)
Lunch For da Day ( a must)

Raincheater (Optional) for those who don't want to wet

Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)

Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.

Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)

Extra Pair of clothes,

Good trekking shoes (preferably Action),

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373.

Also join us @

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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/
Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @शिखर वेध has arranged one day Thrilling Trek to HARIHAR on Sunday 5 Oct 2014 ...
Hope 2 c u here :)

Harihar s a triangular massif with sheer vertical walls & edges. The only way up the fort is by climbing rock cut steps in a 70 degree rock edge. There are a couple of caves, water tanks, & a temple atop the fort. The top offers one a birds eye view of the entire region & also gives one the gratification of having gotten over the fear of heights.

Brief Intro about place:-

Forts: Harihar

Base Village : Nirgudpada

Region : Trimbakeshwar, Nasik

Grade: Medium - Thrilling one

Height: 3676 Feet

Trek Itinerary:

Sunday, 5th October 2014

Catch fast train from CST at 00:14 Hrs - Time Table as follow

00:14 Hrs : CST

00:22 Hrs : Byculla

00:32 Hrs : Dadar

00:43 Hrs : Kurla

00:48 Hrs : Ghatkopar

01:09 Hrs : Thane

01:31 Hrs : Dombivali

01:40 Hrs : Kalyan

02:55 Hrs : Kasara

Move to Base village by Private jeeps...

05:00 Hrs : Base Village and Rest
06:30 Hrs : Tea and Breakfast
07:30 Hrs : Start Trek.
10:00 Hrs : Reach the fort
Explore the fort, lunch and rest.
12:00 Hrs : Descend.
14:00 Hrs : Move to Kasara
16:00 Hrs : Catch local train to Mumbai
19:00 Hrs : Reach Mumbai (Dats's Subjective)

The cost for the trek is Rs. 700/- per head
That Includes Transportation from Kasara to Kasara by Private Jeep, breakfast and Evening refreshments etc...

Since its a thrilling one day trek ... seats r limited ...

Deposit Rs. 500/- per head (Non-Refundable) on following A/c for vehicle reservation

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

Last date for registration: - Tuesday 1st October 2014, 5 pm OR Till the reg. gets full
Some memories in form of snaps from our previous attempt

https://picasaweb.google.com/jagdishlove/Harihar#

Things To Carry: -

A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( a must)

LUNCH for da day (a Must)
Raincheater (Optional) for those who don't want to wet

Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)

Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.

Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)

Extra Pair of clothes,

Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION,

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Dipak Kumkar (Leader) : 9920206292

Jagadish Patil (Organizer) : 09702121373 / 09869369836.

Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear all,

We @ शिखर वेध, has arranged Trek 2 Raireshwar-Kenjalgad forts in Bhor region on 5 October 2014

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Hope 2 c u on the event with us 2 Njoy nature ...

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Details as follows:

Brief intro about the forts as follows:
Raireshwar (4589 feet) :- Tableland of Pachgani is very famous but higher and longer tableland is the plateau of Rayari. It is 8 km away from Bhor. It looks beautiful in monsoon. Raireshwar was considered to develop as a hill station & in real sense it is hill station. Raireshwar is historically important, Shivaji Maharaj took the Oath of Swaraj in a temple of Lord Shiva. After this he kept on conquering forts and established Swaraj. This temple is situated rather deep in the interior, hence not seen in first glance. A temple surrounded by hills, surroundings covered by natural beauties. Stone structured temple of the 16th century is the main attraction of Raireshwar.

Kenjalgad (4273 feet) is situated on the Mandhardev spur of the Mahadev range eleven miles north-west of Wai. It is a flat-topped hill of an irregular oval shape, about 250 yards long and one hundred yards wide. Khelanja fort is said to have been built by the Bhoj Rajas of Panhala who flourished in the twelfth century.

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Rendezvous:

Saturday 4th October 2014 :: Pritam Hotel, Dadar (east) @ 23:00 Hrs

Depart from pvt vehicle. Pick up en-route till Panvel

Saturday 5th October 2014

06:00 Hrs: @ Korle village

Refresh & Breakfast

08:00 Hrs: @ Kenjalgad

Ascend, Explore & Descend

10:00 Hrs: Move to Raireshwar

11:00 Hrs: @ Raireshwar Atop

Explore for 2 hrs13:30 Hrs: Lunch @ Raireshwar

14:30 Hrs: Descend

16:00 Hrs: @ Korle village

En-route visit 2 Nageshwar temple @ Ambavade & Pant Sachiv of Bhor Shankaraji Narayan Samadhi & Suspension bridge built in 1935
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17:00 Hrs: Departure 2 Mumbai

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En-route evening refreshments
We will be in Dadar around 22:30 hrs (that's - subjective)

The Cost for the trek is abt Rs. 1400 /- per head
This includes Mumbai to Mumbai transportation by non-ac private vehicle, 1 veg meal and 2 refreshments

Please book in advance with payment of Rs. 900/- (Non-refundable) to book for private vehicle … Deposit the amount on following account.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

Seats r limited ... MAXimum 15 members ...

Last date 2 confirm ur presence for the trek is Tuesday 30 September 2014 till 5 pm with advance payment OR Till da Registration gets Full ...

Things To Carry:-

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereiesCamera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes (preferably Action), do carry a extra pair as well
Personal basic medical kit
A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373
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Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/
Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Mumbai Hikers Community

HappyHiker Overnight Trek To Rajmachi 27th Sept – 28th Sept 2014

Posted: 22 Sep 2014 02:59 AM PDT

Happy Hikers invites you for an overnight trek to Rajmachi on 27th Sept – 28th Sept 2014 Summary: Type: Overnight trek Name: Rajmachi Region: Karjat / Lonavala The cost for the entire event is Rs.1200.00 per person.Last date for registration is 24 September 2014. Hereafter Rs 200.00 will be charged extra. At Rajmachi - Shrivardhan and Manoranjan can also be considered as two separate forts. There is one small plateau in between them. A temple of 'Bhairoba' is very beautiful. Shrivardhan is 'Bale killa' of Rajmachi. It is almost 3000 feet high. But it was mainly built to keep watch on Konkan area. Manoranjan is 2700 feet high. Manoranjan consists of strong walls, 3 doors and many water tanks. One can see Ulhas river, Dukes Nose (Nagphani), Karnala, Matheran, Mahuli and Bhimashankar etc. The old caves of 'Kondhavi' on Rajmachi fort are worth to see. The way to the fort is long but truly with a good view. We meet at 17:10 Hrs (sharp) at Lonavala Railway station on Saturday 27th Sept 2014. We all can come by the Mumbai-Pune Sinhgad express train, timings are as follows: 14:30 CST 14:43 Dadar 15:08 Thane 15:28 Kalyan 16:08 Karjat 17:08 Lonavala. Itinerary - Saturday 27th Sept 2014 17:10 Auto rickshaw ride from Lonavala ST bus depot till Tungarli dam base. 17:30 Tungarli Dam 18:00 Walk/Hike from Tungarli Dam to Rajmachi - 4hrs/16kms max. 21:30 Reach base village. have dinner, stay in the village. Sunday 28th Sept 2014. 05:30 Wake up. 06:00 Break fast 07:00 Manoranjan fort and Shrivardhan Fort exploration. 12:30 Lunch 13:30 Descend from Rajmachi to Kondhane (3 hrs) 16:00 Kondhane caves 17:00 Kondhane village 18:30 Karjat railway station We would be getting back to Dadar at 21:00 (Subjective). The cost includes Travel cost from Lonavala to Tungarli dam base, 1 Veg Dinner, breakfast, 1 Veg lunch, Travel cost from Kondhane Village to Karjat station. One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. Bank Details State Bank ... Read more

ROCK CLIMBERS CLUB'S Trek to DURG DURGESHWAR RAIGAD [19-Oct-2014]

Posted: 21 Sep 2014 08:26 AM PDT

Trek to DURG DURGESHWAR RAIGAD [19-Oct-2014] Location: Chit-Darwaza (Pachad), RAIGAD Date & Duration: 19th October 2014, Sunday - 00:15 to 21:00 Start Point: Dadar, Pritam Hotel (Mumbai Western Line) Closing Point: Dadar, Pritam Hotel (Mumbai Western Line) Pick-Up / Drop Points: Vashi, Nerul, Panvel Trek Type: Hill Fort Height: 2901 Feet Grade: Easy III Age Group: 16 Years to 55 Years Last Date of Registration: 14th October 2014 Highlights of Trek/Fort: Chit Darwaza, Khubladha Buruj, Nana Darwaza, Mashid Morcha, Maha Darwaza, Gangasagar Lake, Hatti Lake, Palkhi Darwaza, 7 Queen Palace, Offices, Raj Darbar, Kings Palace, Prison, Holy Idol of Maharaj, Bajar Peth, Shirkai Devi Temple, Jagdishwar Temple, Shiv Samadhi, Takmak Tok, Daru Kothar, Kushawart Lake (Wagh Darwaza and Bhawani Tok if time permit) FREE GIFT to every participant: 'Kille Raigad Sthal Darshan' Marathi book written by the eminent historian respected shri Appa Parab stating detailed information on Raigad Fort THIS IS AN ADVENTURE TREK. PICNICKERS NOT ALLOWED. TREK SCHEDULE: One Day (19th October 2014): 00.30 - Meeting at Start Point & Starting commuting to Raigad Base Village, 06:00 - Reaching Base Village; Tea & Breakfast 07:00 - Starting trek to Raigad 09:30 - Reaching atop & exploring the fort 12:00 - Lunch & Rest 13:00 - Exploring remaining fort 15:00 - Start descending the Fort 17:00 - Reaching Base Village, Snacks & Tea 17:30 - Starting return travel to Mumbai 22:00 - Reaching Closing Point & Bye Bye Take Care > The schedule above is flexible and produced to give an idea of the Trek. Other Important Details: TREK FEES: INR 800/- ONLY (INR 700/- only FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS ON THEIR ID CARD and to Sahyadri Mitra Card Holders) [For offers & discounts, visit : http://www.guerillaadventures.com/offers.html] Fees Include: Travelling (By Private Transport) Dadar to Dadar, 2 Tea, Breakfast, Snacks, Lunch and Expert Leaders during whole trek, Equipment/Gears Charges, First ... Read more

Program Itinerary of Konkan Camp

Day 1 01 Oct 2014 - Mumbai – Sherpe Napane

Arrival at Meeting Point, Departure from Mumbai

Day 2 02 Oct 2014 - Sherpe Napane - Kunkeshwar

Arrival at Sherpe Napane Waterfall, Fresh-n-up, Breakfast, Waterfall Rappelling, Lunch, Departure to Kunkeshwar, on the way Visit to Origin place of Sherpe Napane Waterfall, Nadhawade Dam, Arrival at Kunkeshwar, Tea & Snacks, Time for Relaxation, Dinner, Overnight Stay at Kunkeshwar.

Day 3 03 Oct 2014 - Kunkeshwar – Malvan - Kunkeshwar

Breakfast, Visit to Anganewadi Temple, Ghumdai Temple at Ghumde, Sindhudurg Fort at Malvan, Lunch, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling at Tarkarli, Tsunami Island, Rameshwar Temple at Achara, Departure to Kunkeshwar, Arrival at Kunkeshwar, Tea & Snacks, Time for Relaxation, Dinner, Overnight Stay at Kunkeshwar.

Day 4 04 Oct 2014 - Kunkeshwar – Vijaydurg - Ganpatipule

Fresh-n-up, Breakfast, Visit to Devgad Fort, Light House, Visit to Saitawade Waterfall at Shirgaon, Lunch, Visit to Vimleshwar Temple & Caves at Wada, Visit to Vijaydurg Fort & Beach, Rameshwar Temple at Girye, Tea & Snacks, Departure to Ganpatipule,

Arrival at Ganpatipule, Time for Relaxation, Dinner, Overnight Stay at Ganpatipule.

Day 5 05 Oct 2014 Ganpatipule – Jaigad – Guhagar - Mumbai

Fresh-n-up, Breakfast, Visit to Ganpatipule Temple & Beach, Departure to Jaigad, Arrival at Jaigad, Visit to Jaigad Fort & Light House, Lunch, Visit to Hedvi Ganpati Temple, Bamanghal, Visit to Guhagar Beach & Temples, Tea & Snacks, Departure from Chiplun to Mumbai on Route Dinner.

Day 6 - 06 Oct 2014 - Mumbai

Arrival atMumbai

Camp Site Kunkeshwar Temple Guest House

Ganpatipule Temple Guest House

Camp Dates 02 Oct – 05 Oct 2014

Camp Fees Rs.6500/-

Cost Includes Travelling By Private Bus, Accommodation (Sharing Basis),

All Meals (Veg or Non Veg), Service Charges, Sightseeing,

Activities Charges, Expertise Charges, Permit, Toll, Entry Fees

& Misc. Expenses.

Cost Excludes ► Personal Expenses (Room Heater/Laundry, Telephone, Tips,

Mineral water, Soft drinks, etc.)

► Camera Fees

► If any cost arising due to natural calamities like Landslides, Road Blockage, Political disturbances, etc. (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot).

► Anything which is not include in the "Package Cost Inclusion".

Who Can Participate

Any Individual who had attained 7 years of age & above can participate in the Tour.

Meeting Point

10.00pm at Chandu Halwai, Dadar TT, Dadar (E).

We can arrange transport facilities from other cities like Pune, Nashik or other cities depends on the size of group on actual Transport charges basis.

Things to Carry

Sack, Cap, Water bottle, Trekking or Sports Shoes, Personal Medicines, T-shirts, Track pants, Innerwear's, Floaters, Sunglasses, Handkerchief, Torch with batteries, Tooth Brush, Tooth Paste, Mosquito Repellents, Sunscreen Lotions, Towel, Socks with extra pairs, Soaps, Swimming Costume, Windproof Jackets, Rainwear's, Extra clothing's.

Accommodation & Food

Room or Dormitories accommodation on group sharing basis will be provided in Kunkeshwar & Ganpatipule Temple Guest House. Clean, wholesome and nutritious vegetarian food is prepared in the camp kitchens with hygiene as main priority. Different varieties of food will be provided. Morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea, dinner, snacks and sweets will be served. Participants will also get an opportunity to try local menu as well.

Note

►Wrap all things (especially camera & cell phone) in polythene bags.

►Please avoid bringing valuables, jewelries or expensive things. As the organizers

Will not be responsible for its loss or damage.

►Everyone has to follow the Instructions of Tour In-charge & Instructors.

►No shortcut in treks or other activities.

►Smoking, Chewing tobacco, or Gutka or Pan Masala & Alcohol Drinking are strictly

Prohibited during the camp.

►Keep the campsite neat & clean, we are expecting participants Co-operation in

Keeping the camp site as well as the surrounding area clean. Garbage should not be

Littered it should be put in dustbin.

Payment Option

U can Deposit the payment Cheque in our account the details are as below:

A/C Name Adventure India

A/C No 01752000006303

Type Current A/C

Branch Dombivli

Bank HDFC Bank

Branch Code 0175

RTGS/NEFT IFSC Code HDFC0000175

Medical Facilities

Facilities for proper medical aid will be available at camp Site, if there is any emergency Doctor will be on Call.

Bookings

►Applications will be accepted on first come first served basis.

►Limited seats only.

►The organizers reserves all the rights to make any change in program without any

Prior notice.

►Enjoy a group of 6 or more and enjoy group discounts.

►Please read booking conditions before confirming your reservations with us.

Refund and Cancellation

vIf you cancel 10 days before the trip begins, Adventure India will refund 100% of the trip cost.

vIf you cancel 07 days before the trip begins, Adventure India will refund 50 % of the trip cost.

v If you cancel less than 02 days before the trip begins, or, are not present when the trip begins, there will be no refund.

For More Details & Bookings Call

Mangesh.B.Koyande - 9223293518 / 9423923518

Adventure India

14,Ganpati Ashish,RH 42,Sudamanagar,MIDC Phase 2,
Nr.Model College,Dombivli ( E ).421203.Maharashtra , India .

Email:adventureindia2005@gmail.com

Pl. see the attached photos or Check this Link

https://www.facebook.com/events/804167912975309/

Please forward us your full name (no initial please), date of birth, contact no, mail ID.

OneLife Adventa brings to you a unique trek to Dudhsagar Falls on the Goa-Karnataka border. It is a track-trek because you will be trekking through the railway tracks of Konkan railway with breath-taking views of the valley and the falls. Along with the trek, we will be also spending a day at the Margao city in Goa. The trip also includes a wildlife excursion to the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary where birdwatchers will get a real treat.

About Dudhsagar Waterfalls – Dudhsagar Falls (literally Sea of Milk) is a 4 tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River in the Indian state of Goa on Goa's border with Karnataka state. It is 60 km from Panaji city by road and 46 km from Madgaon railway junction by train.

The waterfall is located in the Bhagwan Mahavir Wild Life Sanctuary at Collem in South Goa in the Western Ghats.The waterfall is on the border of Karnataka and Goa states. The roads leading to it are maintained by the Goa Forest Department.

Legend has it that a beautiful princess lived in the forest (near present day Dudhsagar Falls) in a palace. She loved and enjoyed bathing in a lake nearby and used to drink "sweetened milk" from her "golden jug" after finishing with her bath. One day while enjoying her jug of milk she found herself being watched by a prince, who was standing amongst the trees. Red with embarrassment at her inadequate bathing attire, she poured the jug of milk in front of him to form an improvised curtain to hide her body while the maids rushed to cover her with her dress. It is said that it is that sweetened milk that cascades down the mountain slope as Dudhsagar Falls to this day as a tribute to the virtue and modesty of the princess.

Dudhsagar is one of the world's most exquisite falls. It lies high up in the Mandovi River's watershed and so are not particularly spectacular during the dry season. During the monsoon season however, the falls are transformed into one of the most powerful falls in India. Dudhsagar Falls is listed as India's fifth tallest waterfall and is 227th in the world at 310 m. The water plummets hundreds of metres (over a thousand feet) in large volumes during the rainy monsoon season, forming one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in Goa. It is a major part of the Goa ecosystem. It is a four-tiered waterfall with a total height of 310 metres (1017 feet) and an average width of 30 metres (100 feet).

Light in between the Tunnels

Trek Info

Region: Goa-Karnataka border. Kokan Railway.

Distance: To and Fro – 22 km.

Difficulty: Easy (Mostly walking on railway track)

Endurance level: Medium

Highlights:

DAY 01: Wildlife excursion to Bhagwan Mahavir bird sanctuary.

DAY 02: Trek to Dudhsagar waterfalls from Kulem railway station and back (22K.M railway track trekking)

DAY 03: Fun time at Colva beach.

DATE OF DEPARTURE:

19 September 2014

COST: Rs. 4999 per participant ex-Madgaon Station.

FOR BOOKINGS CALL ON:

7718853027 / 7718853025 / 022-24229292 / 022-67472828

THINGS TO CARRY:

1. A lightweight and versatile backpack to carry water, camera, snacks, rehydrants, etc. during the trek.

2. Raincoat/ windcheater

3. Personal toiletries.

4. Personal medicines.

5. Good trekking shoes with couple of socks, extra change of clothes, Plastic bag to keep wet clothes in.

6. Napkin / Towel.

7. ID card compulsory.

8. Camera (optional).

Binoculars (optional).

· Refreshments at various check points on 13^th September.

- 2 energy bars (at two different intervals).
- 2 bottles of water (1 liter each)

COST INCLUDES:

1. Hotel accommodation near Colva beach on triple sharing basis.

2. Railway station transfers.

3. All transportation as mentioned above.

4. Refreshments.

5. All applicable taxes.

6. Trek leader

7. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

COST EXCLUDES:

1. All food & beverages costs apart from the ones mentioned above.

2. Hotel & driver tips (if any).

3. Any personal expenditure (Toiletries, medicines, etc.)

4. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Cost Includes".

PAYMENTS:

· FULL payment should be made as advance at the time of booking.

CANCELLATIONS:

· 50% of the cost will be deducted if the travel plan is cancelled by the customer 7 days or more prior to the date of commencement of travel.*

· No money shall be refunded in case of cancellation of travel plan less than 7 days prior to the date of commencement of travel.

· Failure to adhere to the above mentioned payment terms will result in automatic cancellation of the booking of the travel plan and no refund will be given, irrespective of the number of days left before commencement of travel.

*Only if the payment has been made in full at the time of booking. If only part payment is made before cancellation, the refund amount shall only apply to the amount over and above the cancellation charges.

Dear All,

We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged a much awaited Trekkers Paradise-Harishchandrgad via Nalichi Waat Ascend Trek on 11-12th Oct 2014 ...

Hope 2 cu on trek with me to NJoy again

Brief Introduction about Harishchandragad:

Height: 1412 meters (4510 feet)
Grade:Tough+Thrill
Time: ~ 8 hrs from Belpada, Base Village
Location: Nagar region

Harishchandragad: The fort is quite ancient, considered to be from the Medieval period. The Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate on Taramati/Rohidas in 14th century. The caves are also from the same period. Harishchandragad was captured by the Marathas in 1747 from the Moguls.

Taramati: This is the topmost point on the fort. It is the second highest peak in Maharashtra after kalsubai. Leopards are seen in the forests beyond this peak. From here we can have a glimpse of the whole range of Naneghat and the forts near Murbad.

Konkan Kada: The most interesting point on this fort is this cliff, which has always fascinated many people from many years. The cliff faces west and looks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region and sunset. This cliff is not just vertical; it is an overhang, almost like a cobra's hood.

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

Journey Details:

Rendezvous:

@ Kalyan ST Depo at 22:15 Hrs on Friday 10th October 2014

Saturday 11th October 2014

03:00 Hrs: @ Walivare / Belpada

Rest

Morning B/f- Tea,

07:00 Hrs: Ascend

Lunch in between ...

3-4 rock patches 2 b climb en-route

16:00 Hrs: @ Konkankada

Sunset View from Konkankada

Stay either @ Koknakada / Harishchandragad Cave

Dinner

Good Night

Sunday 12th October 2014

Breakfast - Tea time

09:00 Hrs: Descend via Tolar Khind

13:00 Hrs: @ Khireshwar

Lunch Time

16:00 Hrs: @ Khubi Phata

17:30 Hrs: Depart for Mumbai

We will reach Kalyan 21:30 hrs (That's Subjective)

This will be a tough trek as far stamina is concerned ...
Max. 25 participants only

The cost for da Trek is about Rs.1500 per head ...
that includes transportation from Kalyan to Kalyan , 2 meals & 2 refreshments, Equipment charges, Shikhar Vedh charges

.
Things To Carry: -

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) ( a must)
Lunch for Saturday (a must)
Bedding - sleeping mat/bag (a must)
Torch with extra cell ( a must)

Windcheater, Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)

Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.

Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)

Extra Pair of clothes,

Good trekking shoes (Preferably ACTION),

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373.

Also join us @
.Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @ Shikhar VEDH has arranged a two day tour to Dolphin Safari & Dapoli - Anjarle - Harnai - Murud as well on 11-12 October 2014

Hope 2 cu on trip with us ;-)
.

Details r as follows

A weekend at one of the beautiful beaches of Konkan.

Dapoli is such one famous and beautiful beaches of Konkan sector also known for cute dolphins. Dolphin safari is one of the activity carried out at this beach with other water sports too.

Dapoli is an Exotic location to chill out and most interesting thing is “Fish Auction at Harnai Bandar” which will be main Attraction of this tour.

Suvarnadurg Fort, also known as Harnai Bunder, lies off the beautiful Harnai coast. It is a small sea port built by great emperor Shivaji to effectively counter the attacks by Sindhis. Of late the fort had been converted to a ship building port in Maharashtra.
The Fort was exceptional in its appearance; most of the parts are in ruins. It brings the remembrance of the construction abilities of Maratha architects. It is a fort visited by many tourists, especially those who are fond of architecture, history and archeology.

Itinerary for the Trek is as follows:
Rendezvous: Friday 10 October 2014 - 22:45 Hrs @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E)

Saturday 11 October 2014

06:00 Hrs: @ Anjarle village

Breakfast & Tea Time

Exploration Time, Photography, Sight seeing - Anjarle Beach , Kadyavarcha Ganpati

13:00 Hrs: Lunch Break

Harnai Harbour - Exploration

Harnai Beach Time

Fish Auction

Dinner

Overnight in Home Stay

Sunday 12 October 2014

06:00 Hrs : Wake up call

Murud beach

Breakfast - Tea

Dolphin Safari & Suvarnadurg fort visit

water sports ( 2 b borne by participants )

Lunch Time

Depart to Mumbai

Time permit en-route visit Panhalekaji Caves

We will be in Mumbai around 22:00 hrs (that's - subjective)

The Expenditure for the Trip is Rs. 3200 /- per Head (Non-Veg) & Rs 2800/- per head (Veg)

This includes Dadar to Dadar transportation, 2 refreshments, 3 Meals , and Quadruple sharing accommodation ,Boat charges

Things To Carry:-

A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (a must)

Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)

Some ready to eat food - Plum cakes, biscuits etc.

Extra pair of clothes

Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things

Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited.

For confirmation, do call on below no or reply here

Jagdish Patil : 09869369836 / 09702121373

Also join us @
.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/
Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Tillsa is small village in Thane District Vaitarana River Flows from here , on the small hilltop in the River here is the Temple of Lord Shiva , on the occasion of dussehra many peaples from nearest village will come here to feed up the fishes known as Dev Masa ( Fishes belongs to God ).
Harsh Holidays organising the one day Bike Ride Tour to Tilsa for being part of this villagers Festival .
Tour Cost :- 850/- Per Person ( New Member )
750 /- Per Person ( Regular Member)
( Tour Cost Includes B/F , Lunch , Hi-Tea & attractive Kit From Us )
* Petrol Expence will bear by the Participant
* Tour will Start From Thane ( Teen Hat Naka )
* Total Distance - 70 Km ( One Side )
For More Details Call
+91-9769252987 / +91-9820976765 / +22-60025987

Trek to Torna (Jaanta Tiger Trekkers)

Posted: 23 Sep 2014 03:54 AM PDT

The itinerary for the trek will be as follows: On 27th Sep 2014 , Sat. Night Meeting Point : Pandharpur Express 3rd Bhogi Train : Pandharpur Express CST 10.30 PM Kalyan 11.30 PM Pune : 4.30 AM REfresment : 4.30-5.30 AM Swarget : 6.30 AM Velhe : 8.30 AM Trek start : 9.30 AM Reach Top by 12.30 AM Explore the FortStart Descending by 1.30 PM Reach Base Village by 3.30 PM Pune : 6.30 PM Mumbai : 9.30 PM

Bhramanti365 RATANGAD TREK ON 5TH OCTOBER 2014

Posted: 22 Sep 2014 09:26 AM PDT

Hi Friends, We at B365 has arranged a Trek to Ratangad on 05th October 2014 Starting on 04th October 2014. Brief Info about the Trek:- Height: – 1297 mtrs-4255 feet Base Village: – Ratanwadi Grade: – Medium Endurance Level: – Medium Duration of the Event: – 01 Day District :- Igatpuri – Nashik Who can join for the Event :- 10 years and above. Ratangad fort has a cave on the top which is enuff to accommodate about a 30-40 people at a time. There are small caves and a Temple too, Very few forts has a geological feature called as "Nedha" or "needle hole" which means a natural hole in the mountain where you can actually sit in and enjoy the natural and scenic beauty of the peripheral areas , Amruteshwar temple which is located at the base of Ratangad fort in the Ratanwadi is one of the old "hemadpanthi" temples with fascinating stone carvings, The Temple is carved in single rock. Itinerary and schedule for the Event :- Schedule for all the batches :- Kindly board the Kasara Local according to the Below mentioned Timings and get in with your Respective Stations Lunch Time Start Ascend Reaching Base Village. Journey back to Kasara Reaching Mumbai at 10:30 - 11:00 PM (which will be Subjective) The charges for the event is INR 950/- per head for Mumbai and Pune Participants, Which is Inclusive of:- Transport from Kasara to Kasara 1 Breakfast 1 Lunch Expertise, First Aid. One ne... Read more

Trek to Raireshwar-Kenjalgad on Sunday 12th October 2014 with Vibes Outdoors

Posted: 22 Sep 2014 08:50 AM PDT

Dear Vibers , We are glad to invite you for a trek to Raireshwar-Kenjalgad on 12th Octoberr 2014. Raireshwar :- Tableland of Pachgani is very famous but higher and longer tableland is the plateau of Rayari. It is 8 km away from Bhor. It looks beautiful in monsoon. Raireshwar was considered to develop as a hill station & in real sense it is hill station. Raireshwar is historically important, Shivaji Maharaj took the Oath of Swaraj in a temple of Lord Shiva. After this he kept on conquering forts and established Swaraj. This temple is situated rather deep in the interior, hence not seen in first glance. A temple surrounded by hills, surroundings covered by natural beauties. Stone structured temple of the 16th century is the main attraction of Raireshwar. Kenjalgad is situated on the Mandhardev spur of the Mahadev range eleven miles north-west of Wai. It is a flat-topped hill of an irregular oval shape, about 250 yards long and one hundred yards wide. Khelanja fort is said to have been built by the Bhoj Rajas of Panhala who flourished in the twelfth century. Here is a ... Read more

Tour to 'KAAS Plateau' & Gaigantic waterfall ' Thoseghar with Vibes Outdoors on 28th September 2014

Posted: 22 Sep 2014 08:46 AM PDT

Hello Vibers, Vibes Outdoors invites you to the tour to 'KAAS Plateau' & Gaigantic waterfall ' Thoseghar' at Satara. on 21st of Sptember 2014. Kaas flower plateau is Maharashtra's valley of flowers. The plateau is located between 1200 – 1240 metres and is about 25 km from Satara town. At the end of September month, the plateau and the surrounding hillsides come alive with millions of blooming wild flowers. The carpet changes colour every passing day through the monsoon. check out pics from our last visit,https://www.facebook.com/deepak.pogade/media_set?set=a.279307965502433.47777.100002696956278&type=3 Journey Details:Day 1 (27th September 2014)23:30 Hrs --- Departure from MumbaiDay 2 (28th September 2014)06:30 Hrs --- Reach Satara & have Refreshments07:30 Hrs --- Reach KAAS Plateau13:30 Hrs --- Reach Thoseghar waterfall14:30 Hrs --- Lunch Time15:30 Hrs --- Leave for Mumbai22:00 hrs --- Reach Mumbai(Timings may vary ½ hr, with subject to traffic conditions)Things to be carried:A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs)Torch, Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornamentsSome ready to eat food, Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)Extra Pair of clothes, Good trekking shoes,A haversack to put all these thingsTrek Fees: INR 1600.00 per Person, includes travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai by Private Transport, 2 Breakfast and 1 Lunch. Limited seats for the trek.Registration: kindly transfer Rs. 1600 per head in the following. Read more

The Youth Hikers:Visit to 'KAAS Plateau'&Gaigantic waterfall 'Thoseghar on 28th Sept.2014(Sunday)

Posted: 22 Sep 2014 06:49 AM PDT

The Youth Hikers: Visit to 'KAAS Plateau' & Gaigantic waterfall ' Thoseghar on 28th September 2014 (Sunday) Hello Friends, Welcome in the family of "The Youth Hikers". We invite you to the tour to 'KAAS Plateau' & Gaigantic waterfall ' Thoseghar' at Satara on 28th of September 2014. Kaas flower plateau is Maharashtra's valley of flowers. The plateau is located between 1200 – 1240 metres and is about 25 km from Satara town. At the end of September month, the plateau and the surrounding hillsides come alive with millions of blooming wild flowers. Read more

1 - Day trek to KORIGAD Fort on 28 SEP 2014 by OneLife Adventa

About Korigad: - The main attractions at Korigad are the two caves and two large ponds. A few temples [Korlaidevi temple and Ganesh temple] on the fort which have some good structure and carvings. This fort was incorporated by Shivaji Maharaj in his kingdom in the year 1657 along with other forts like Visapur, Lohgad, Tung, etc. Later in 1818 this fort went under the British Reign.

Details
Height: 3050 ft
Range: Sahyadri
District: Pune
Level: Easy

Program-

05:30 A.M: Assemble at meeting point in Dadar and start journey to Pethshahpur.

08:30 A.M: Breakfast at Pethshahpur.

9:00 A.M: Begin trek.

11:00 A.M: Reach Top. Explore Korigad Fort.

01:00 P.M: Start descent.

02:30 P.M: Reach Pethshahpur for Lunch (Base Village).

04:00 P.M: Start drive towards Mumbai.

05:30 P.M: Tea/Coffee on the way to Mumbai.

07:00 P.M: Drop at Dadar.

DATE OF DEPARTURE:

28 Sept, 2014

COST:Rs. 1250 per trekker

FOR BOOKINGS CALL ON:

7718853027 / 7718853025 / 022-24229292 / 022-67472828

THINGS TO CARRY:

1. Haversack to keep hands free.

2. Camera (Optional)

3. Personal medicines.

4. Good trekking shoes, extra change of Clothes, Plastic bag to keep wet clothes in.

5. Napkin / Towel.

6. Govt. Issued ID card (Driver’s License/Aadhar Card/Voter’s ID) compulsory.

COST INCLUDES:

1. Breakfast, Lunch and evening tea /coffee.

2. Transport from Dadar to Lonavala and back (vehicle not at disposal).

3. Water, Juice and Energy bars.

4. All applicable taxes.

5. Trek leader.

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:

1. All food & beverages costs apart from the ones mentioned above.

2. Hotel & driver tips (if any).

3. Any personal expenditure (Toiletries, medicines, etc.)

4. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Cost Includes".

PAYMENTS:

· FULL payment should be made as advance at the time of booking.

CANCELLATIONS:

· 50% of the cost will be deducted if the travel plan is cancelled by the customer 7 days or more prior to the date of commencement of travel.*

· No money shall be refunded in case of cancellation of travel plan less than 7 days prior to the date of commencement of travel.

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged much awaited Rajgad to Torna Trek on 8-9 November 2014
Cost of the event :: Rs 2000/- per head

Dadar 2 Dadar by private vehicle, FOOD & Tented Accommodation

.Brief Introduction about Rajgad / Torna:-

Height: 4182 ft / 4200 ft
Grade: Medium/Medium
Time: ~ Maximum 2 / 3 hrs from base villages Gunjavane / Velhe
Location: Pune

RAJGAD – The name describes the place itself. The King of all the forts.
It is to the south-west 40 Kms from Pune. It boasts the highest number of days stayed by Chhatrapati Shivaji on any fort. He spent almost 25/30 yrs here. Rajgad is famous for its construction. The fort can be divided into four different parts based on geographical terrain and fortification. These are the three sub-plateaux (Machee) namely Padmavati Machee, Suvela Machee and Sanjevani Machee, and at the centre is the Ballekilla.

Padmavati Machee (north end) : This machee is the site of Padmavati Temple, Padmavati Lake, Chor Darwaja, Pali Darwaja, Gunjavane Darwaja, Daru Kothar (storage of arms and ammunition), Diwankhana, Rajwada (ruins), Ghod Tale (Horse Lake), Sadar (office) and Dhalkathi (flag hoisting place).

Sanjeevani Machee (southwest/west end) : This huge, beautiful and royally constructed machee faces west and has a three-stepped (layered) fortified structure. Each of the lower levels is separated from the higher one by a fortified bastion with a gate that could be defended independently. The lowest level is beautifully fortified by double curtain walls (chilkhathi) separated by a deep trench, on average 12 feet across. One can walk between these walls. The outer wall has openings to let soldiers out for sudden attack.

Suvela Machee (south east) : This is another grand machee facing east with lots of secret routes and doorways. This one is a double-stepped fortified machee with the steps separated by a beautiful bastioned doorway. At the end of first step a hole cuts across the rock; one can sit in this hole (nedhe). The final (lowest) step like Sanjeevani Machee has a double curtain wall. To the south side of this machee one can see a beautiful triangular bastion called Kaleswari buruz having an escape door near it. The home of the renowned military leader Tanaji Malusare was in this machee.

Bale Killa (centre) : This is the highest part of the fort which has remains of palaces, water cisterns and caves. It has a beautiful entrance door called Mahadarwaja. One can view the whole fort and the vast surrounding expanse.

TORNA :- The fort is also known as Prachandagad (huge fort), due to its massive size. In 1646, when Shivaji was 16, he launched his first military attack by capturing Torna fort, paving the way for the great empire. Many battles have been fought on this fort. The fort is truly grand and stretches for couple of kilometers.

Fascinating points on Torna fort:

Goddess Toranjai: it is a simple temple where goddesses Somjai and Toranjai are worshiped. Ahead we can see the lakes toran and mhasoba.

Maal and Safeli Bastions: On the west of Kothji Darwaja are the bastion maal, and the latter one is to the south of the former. Near Safeli is the construction called lakadkhaana, where wood was stored. Here is the way to Kokan Darwaja and Budhla Machi.

Budhla Machi: In Marathi ‘budhla’ means vessel, and budhla machi looks like a vessel kept upside down. This cliff is a breathtaking spot on the fort.

Bini Darwaja: This is the main entrance to the fort from velhe and is situated to the northwest of the fort. The bastion on the left side has collapsed. The path ahead leadsto the Kothi Darwaja.

Kothi Darwaja: Ascending the steps carved in the rock, we enter the Kothi Darwaja facing east. Here we come across some guard rooms. Way along the wall towards east takes us to the temple of goddess Toranjai.

Hanuman Bastion: This bastion is situated to the east of Kothi Darwaja. Here we can see the idol of hanuman facing south and a flag post. The way ahead leads to the bastion Bhel. Further eastwards we come to Zunjar Machi.

Temple of goddess Mengai: this is the only place on the fort where one can stay. It has two doors and the roof is stillin the needs of repairs. In front of the temple is a Deepmala.

Zunjar Machi: It is situated on the western side & a wonderful spot to see.

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

Rendezvous:

Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E) @ 22:45 Hrs on Friday 7th Nov 2014

23:00 Hrs: Departure from Dadar
Pick-ups en-route Sion, Chembur, Vashi, Belapur etc.
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Saturday 8th Nov 2014
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05:00 Hrs : @ Gunjavane, Base Village
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Finish off Morning activities , Breakfast & Tea
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06:30 Hrs : Ascend to Rajgad
08:45 Hrs : Atop Rajgad
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Explore Padmavati machi, Balekilla & Suvela Machi
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13:00 Hrs : Lunch time @ Padmavati Temple
14:30 Hrs : Move 2 Sanjivani Machi
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Explore Sanjivani Machi
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16:15 Hrs : Descend from Alu Darwaja
18:30 Hrs : @ Paal-Khind
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Retire for da day & Prepare Dinner & Tented accommodation ...
Note: 1 Tent will be distributed among 3-4 ppls group as per size and They have to carry out the burden of same alternately till the trek ends.

A CAMP FIRE SESSION ---
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Sunday 9th Nov 2014.
05:00 Hrs : Wake up call
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Finish off Morning activities
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06:30 Hrs : Breakfast - Tea
06:30 Hrs : Move to Torna

10:30 Hrs : Torna Atop
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Explore Torna gad, Lunch, Rest

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14:00 Hrs : Descend

16:30 Hrs : Refreshment - Tea
17:00 Hrs : Start return journey back 2 Mumbai by private vehicle
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We will be @ Dadar by 22:30 Hrs (Subjectively)
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The Estimated expenditure of the trek is Rs 2000/- per head, which includes Travel expenditure from Dadar 2 Dadar by private vehicle, 3 veg meals, Refreshments & Tented accommodation

For registration, Rs. 1000/- (Non-Refundable) as advance payment for vehicle charges & Food arrangement is a must ...
Deposit the amount on following account.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

Maximum 25 seats ...

Last date for confirmation with advance payment is on Thursday 30th November, 2014 till 5 pm

Things To Be carried:
A bottle of water (Atleast 3 Ltrs - must),
TORCH with extra batteries (Compulsory),
Bedding ( Compulsory)TIFFIN BOX, A spoon and a plate (a must)
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes,
2-3 papers, Cap, etc.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
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.

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373
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Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged a trip to Kokan - Sindhudurg Safari (Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Event) on 31 Oct - 2 Nov 2014

Brief Intro about tour:
Grade : Easy
Destination : Vijaydurg, Kunkeshwar, Rameshwar, Sindhudurg Fort, Dolphin Safari, Tsunami Island, Tarkarli Beach, Nivati Beach
Activities : Snorkeling, Surface Supply Scuba Diving,
Dates : 31 Oct - 2 Nov 2014

Cost per Person: 6500/- per head ( All Veg Meals ) and 7200/- per head ( All Non-Veg Meals ) --- All Inclusive

:: 5000/- per head ( All Veg Meals ) and 5700/- per head ( All Non-Veg Meals ) --- (EXCLUSION :: Scuba Diving , Snorkeling)

Maximum 25 Participants

Details as below:

Vijaydurg or Victory Fort:

The oldest fort on Sindhudurg coast constructed in the regime of Raja Bhoj of shilahar dynasty in 1205 (construction period 1193-1205). The fort was earlier known as "Gheria" as it is situated in the village "Girye". Shivaji Maharaj won this fort from Adilshaha of Bijapur in 1653 and renamed it as “Vijay Durg” as the then Hindu solar ear’s name was “Vijay”. Vijay means Victory.

Sprawling over an area of 48 acres, Vijaydurg, fort of victory, was once seized by the British following a bloody battle. They renamed it Fort Augustus. A dilapidated board at the entrance of the fort relates its history. One of the best views of the fort is from the jetty. The fort stretches out into the sea and a walk inside its precincts is worthwhile. Shivaji added triple rows of huge walls, umpteen towers and spacious inner buildings to it and strengthened it in the 17th century.
Kunkeshwar Temple

Kunkeshwar Temple, an ancient Shiva Temple is located in Kunkeshwar village, 14 Kms from Devgad town. A pristine beach with a very long stretch of seashore and white sand adds to the beauty of temple surroundings. This beautiful temple near beach has alluring architecture with reminiscent of South Indian style of temple architecture. Yadav Kings built this temple in 1100 A. D. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj who rejuvenated this temple many times was a frequent visitor to this temple. This temple is also famous as Kashi of South Konkan.

Sindhudurga - Padmagad forts:

Huge sea rocks of Malvan has easefully shouldered the responsibility of two Forts Sindhudurg & Padmagad on their broad chest. The name of the fort is given to the Sindhudurg district. Tourist from all over the world visit through out the year to see this Maratha glory.The fort was built with the help of huge rocks on the Kurte Island which amazes people & one appreciates imaginative power of Shivaji. In 1664 shivaji erected this fort on 44 acers of land. In Sindhudurg Fort there is 'Shri Shivarajeshwar temple' of King Shivaji. Also there are temples of Hanuman, Jarimari mandir and Goddess 'Bhavani Temple'. Impressions of shivaji's fingers prints found to be preserved here on one of the wall . Also lies, inside the fort worth seeing temples of Bhavanimata, Shambhu Mahadev, Jirimiri & Mahapurush. All are in good conditions.

Tarkarli Beach
Tarkarli is a narrow stretch of beach with pristine waters, located at the convergence of the Karli River and the Arabian Sea. It is 546 k.m. away from Mumbai, 6 kms. south of Malvan, on the west coast of India. This place has gained prominence because of its transparently clear seas, where on a fairly sunny day, one can see the sea- bed up to a depth of 20 feet. This beach can be rightly called as ‘Queen Beach’ of Sindhudurg.

Snorkeling: is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped tube called a snorkel, and usually swim-fins. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods of time with relatively little effort.Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity. The primary appeal is the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting without the complicated equipment Inline image 3

Dolphin Safari:

SURFACE SUPPLY SCUBA DIVING:

The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:
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Day 0 :: Thursday 30 Oct 2014

Meeting point: 22:00 Hrs at Pritam Hotel , Dadar (E) - Departure
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Day 1: Friday 31 Oct 2014

07:00 Hrs: Breakfast en-route @ Hotel Alankar, HatKhamba

11:30 Hrs: Check in Hotel @ Malvan

12:00 Hrs: Lunch in Hotel (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali - Soundale Fish + Prawns Curry -Unlimited)

14:00 Hrs: TSUNAMI Island

17:00 Hrs: Tarkarli / Devbaug Beach - FUN Time

19:00 Hrs: Snacks - Kanda Bhajji & Tea

19:30 Hrs: Free time for Malvan Market / Beach / Rock Garden etc. (Optional)

21:00 Hrs: Dinner (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali - Paplet / Surmai Fish as available -Limited)

Stay at Malvan

Day 2: Saturday 1 November 2014

07:30 Hrs: Breakfast - Tea Time

08:00 Hrs - 13:00 Hrs:

DOLPHIN SAFARI ;

Scuba Diving ( Surface Supply - 20-30 mins each ) ; Snorkeling activities (every one can do the snorkeling … Safe & Easy) ;

AND Visit to Sindhudurg fort

14:00 Hrs: Lunch Time in Hotel (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali - HALWA Fish as available -Limited)

16:00 Hrs : Nivati Fort & Beach

19:00 Hrs: Snacks - Vada Pav & Tea

19:30 Hrs: Free time for Malvan Market / Beach / Rock Garden etc. (Optional)

21:00 Hrs: Dinner (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali - Paplet / Surmai Fish as available -Limited)

Stay at Malvan

Day 3: Sunday 2 November 2014

07:30 Hrs: Break Fast (Dhavade + Tea)

08:30 Hrs: Move 2 Achara

10:00 Hrs: @ Rameshwar Temple, Achara

11:30 Hrs: @ Kunkeshwar Temple

12:00 Hrs: Move 2 Vijaydurg

12:45 Hrs: @ Rameshwar temple, Girye, Vijaydurg

13:00 Hrs: Lunch @ Hotel Suruchi, Vijaydurg (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali)

14:00 Hrs: @ Vijay-Durg fort (Guided Tour)

Vijaydurg - Exploration

16:30 Hrs: Tea Break & Depart for Mumbai

21:30 Hrs: Dinner @ Hotel Swad, Sangmeshwar (To be borne by Participant as per veg / non veg choice)

Day 4: Monday 3 November 2014

05:30 Hrs: @ Dadar (Subjective)

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The cost for the whole tour will be 7200/- per head ( For Non Veg meals ) & 6500/- per head ( For All Veg meals )
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This includes Dadar 2 Dadar transportation fare for private vehicle (Non-A/c), Surface Supply ScubaDiving, Snorkeling Charges, Dolphin Safari, Boating charges, Permissions and entry fees, Guide Charges, Food ( Veg & Non Veg Thali as mentioned wherever limited and unlimited), Accommodations ( Rooms with 5 ppl sharing basis)
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NOTE :: (WITHOUT SCUBA Diving, Snorkeling) :: 5000/- per head ( All Veg Meals ) and 5700/- per head ( All Non-Veg Meals )

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VIMP Note:
1) Twin sharing accommodation with an extra amount of Rs 600/- per head And Tripple Sharing accommodation with an extra amount of Rs 400/- per head is possible but the participant has to make arrangement for the company as well
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Maximum 25 seats ... Seats will be first come 1st basis wid Advance payment only ...

One needs to deposit 3500/- (Non-refundable) advance amount for Booking Private Vehicle, Activity Charges, Boats, Food, Accommodation etc. into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

Ifsc Code : ICIC0000268

Last date for registration: - Tuesday 13th October 2014 , 5 pm OR Till Reg. Gets Full .

Few memories in form of snaps of our previous Konkan - Tour - as below.
Amazing world of Under - Waterhttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.438554322860654&type=1
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Girish Palkar:https://plus.google.com/photos/114454038105398251779/albums/5806420885454461953?banner=pwa
.Vishal Budhavalekar: https://picasaweb.google.com/104699421488274212758/Malvan?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCNPvwc7i157iWg&feat=directlink
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Suhas Sawant:

https://picasaweb.google.com/105425526563576974836/KonkanTourApril2011ShikharVedh?authkey=Gv1sRgCMuzlYHJvq2VvwE
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Dev: https://picasaweb.google.com/msg4devendrasingh/Malvan?authkey=Gv1sRgCJi_qOr_5-iVOw&feat=directlink&fgl=true&pli=1#
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Aniruddha Misra: https://picasaweb.google.com/112736161027056685175/Malvan?authkey=Gv1sRgCPKnu9DAwdXECg#
.Things To Carry:-.
A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (a must)
Cap, Good trekking shoes,
Extra 3 pair of Clothes, a Towel etc.(a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)
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A haversack to put all these things

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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373.

Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged our Favourite destination Trek to Sandhan Valley exploration cum rappelling event - Valley of Shadow Trek in November - December 2014

Batch Dates ::

Batch - 1 ::- 8-9 November 2014

Batch - 2 :: - 15-16 November 2014

Batch - 3 :: - 22-23 November 2014

Batch - 4 :: - 29-30 November 2014

Batch - 5 ::- 6-7 December 2014

Batch - 6 :: - 13-14 December 2014

Batch - 7 :: - 20-21 December 2014

Batch - 8 :: - 27-28 December 2014

Event Cost :: Rs 1500/- per head

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Hope 2 cu on trek with me to NJoy again ;-)

Brief Intro about Sandhan:-
Height:~ 4100 ft

Grade: Medium with Thrill

Time: ~ 0.5 hrs from Samrad
Location: Bhandardara region

" SANDHAN" .... is a beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats near Ratangad. Amidst the water carved valley of 50 to 500 feet deep and around two km long. Experience the heart throbbing crossing of 4 ft deep water pool in the way of rock floored water carved valley.

This will be your memorable trek.

Also you will get chance to Rappel down four small patches to reach the base of SANDHAN VALLEY.

Trek Details:

DAY 1 :: Saturday Nov 2014
Rendezvous : On Telecon

00:15 Hrs :CST
00:23 Hrs: Byculla
00:33 Hrs: Dadar
00:44 Hrs: Kurla
00:50 Hrs: Ghatkopar
01:10 Hrs: Thane
01:32 Hrs: Dombivali
01:40 Hrs: Kalyan
02:56 Hrs: Kasara

03:00 Hrs: Depart 2 Samrad by Private vehicle

05:30 Hrs : - @ Samrad

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Breakfast-T Time

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07:30 Hrs --- Move 2 Sandhan

08:00 Hrs --- Enter in Sandhan Valley

We have to go through abt 4-5 feet deep water for about 25-30 meters on the way ... its real fun-thrill
Pls do carry extra clothes for da same ...

12:30 Hrs --- Rappelling of 50 ft patchLunch time mid way

& then 2 more patches of 20 feet 2 rappel ..

17:30 Hrs --- Settle at base

Dinner & Campfire

Stay in open ... near a natural swimming pool

Day 2 :: Sunday Nov 2014

.Wake Up early
08:30 Hrs --- Breakfast-Tea
10:00 Hrs --- Trek towrds Dehne

12:00 Hrs --- @ Dehne
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Lunch time
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14:00 Hrs --- @ Move Asangaon by public transport

16:00 Hrs --- @ Asangaon station

We will be in Dadar around 19:00 hrs ( thats - subjective) ... depends on Mega block things

The cost for the entire EVENT is about Rs. 1500 /- per head
Includes Transportation from Kasara 2 Asangaon, 2 meals & Refreshments + Rappeling Charges

Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 1000/- (Non-refundable) … Deposit the amount on following account.
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268.
Seats r limited ...
Last date to register with advance payment is at least 10 days prior to event batch OR till the registration gets full ..... For 8-9 Nov 2014 (Batch-1) ... Last date is Thursday 30 Oct 2014 till 5 pm
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Note:- Its a group activity so each and every member will be allotted some or other responsibility. Pls do keep space for 1kg at least in your bag.
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Previous memories in form of snaps of our NEW Year special event to Sandhan

https://picasaweb.google.com/104269804834836030230/NewYearTrekSandhanValleyRappelling?authkey=Gv1sRgCMb43pHR9a_cywE

Things To Carry:-

Pls Do carry Lunch for Saturday (a must)
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
Sleeping Mat - Bags (a must)
Tiffin Box, Plate, Spoon ( a must)
Extra Pair of clothes (a must)

Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Good trekking shoes preferably Action, do carry a extra pair as well
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373
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Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Treks and Trails India invites you for a One day trek to Bhimashankar near Mumbai on this weekend 5th October 2014

Height: 3296 feet
Grade: Medium
Time: Approx. 4.5 hrs from Khandas, Base Village
Location: Nagar District
Cost 700.00 per persson

Places to See:-
Lord Shiva Temple: Bhimashankar Temple is located in the village of Bhorgiri 50 km North West of Khed, near Pune. There is a beautiful temple of Lord Shiva which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. It is a modest yet graceful temple and it dates back to mid 18th century. The shikhara of the temple was built by Nana Phadnavis. This temple is closely associated with the legend of Shivaraj Khade slaying the demon Tripurasura associated with the invincible flying citadels Tripuras. Shiva is said to have taken abode in the Bhima form, upon the request of the Gods, on the crest of the Sahyadri hills, and the sweat that poured forth from his body after the battle is said to have formed the Bhimarathi River. Bhimashankar is also the source of the Bhima River, which flows south east and merges with the Krishna River near Raichur.

A big size bell in Hemadpanthi structure: - Built by Nana Phadanavis is also a feature of Bhimashankar. Other equally important places: - Hanuman Lake, Gupt Bhimashankar, Sakshi Vinayak, Origin of River Bhima, Nag Phani from where one can see the view of the Peth fort and Padhar, Bombay Point, and lot more. Bhimashankar is conserved forest area and wildlife sanctuary where a variety of birds, animals, flowers, plants can be seen. A rare animal "Shekru" can be found in deep woods. Bhimashankar is worth visited for jungle lovers and trekkers as well as for pilgrims.

Routes to Bhimashankar:-
There are two routes to Bhimashankar from the base village of Khandas, which are most popular among trekkers.
1. Ganesh Ghat – There is a bridge around 2 km from Khandas, and the track going to the right from the bridge is the Ganesh Ghat route. This is the easiest and the longest route to Bhimashankar. Within an hour of trekking along this route you will reach a Ganesh temple. The route ahead will take around 3 hours until you reach the plateau of Bhimashankar, there is a small pond dug out in the ground called 'Hanuman Tal'. This trek is four hours to five hours long.
2. Shidi (ladder) Route – This one is a shorter route, but difficult especially in the monsoons. The route gets its name from the ladders placed on the steepest parts. The route going to the left of the bridge (mentioned in Ganesh Ghat) goes to the village. On moving ahead you will reach a well, take a left from there to Shidi ghat. Within the first two hours of climbing you will pass three ladders. You will reach a junction where both the routes - Ganesh ghat and Shidi – merge. There are many huts providing food and tea in middle of trek route. A further 1 ½ hour trek takes us besides a pond. The road, which goes to the left from this pond, takes us to the temple.

Fascinating Spot:- Bhimashankar Temple, Gupt Bhima, Hanuman Lake, Nagfani (the highest point)

Journey Details: Catch the last local train for Karjat on Saturday night on 4th October 2014
00:38 CST
00:55 Dadar
01:06 Kurla
01:32 Thane
01:54 Dombivali
02:03 Kalyan
02:57 Karjat

Then move to ST Stand and rest there. Take the 1st Bus or Rickshaw for Khandas the base village on Sunday morning.

Sunday 5th October 2014
08:00 Hrs: Khandas (Base Village)
Two Prominent Routes (1) Shidichi Vaat (2) Ganesh Ghat
We will ascend via Shidichi Vaat
08:15 Hrs:-Trek Starts
10:00 Hrs: Halt & Breakfast time
10:30 Hrs: - Resume Trek
12:00 Hrs: - @ Bhimashankar
12:30 Hrs: Lunch
13:00 Hrs: Descend via Ganesh Ghat
16:30 Hrs: Khandas
16:45 Hrs: Leave for by bus / tumtum Karjat
17:45 Hrs: Reach Karjat and have Tea / Coffee & Breakfast
18:23 Hrs: Take return train to Mumbai

We will be in Mumbai around 20:30 Hrs (that's - subjective)

Things To Carry:-
Please buy your return ticket and missing the train would mean missing the trek
A Water Bottles (2-3 Litres)
Breakfast for Sunday Morning
Torch with Extra batteries
Cap, Rain cheater (Optional) for those who don't want to get wet
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Please avoid wearing Gold and other costly ornaments
Electoral or Glucon D powder, some ready to eat food like Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Towel, Napkins, Extra Pair of clothes
Polythene bag for your garbage
2-3 bunch of papers (Optional). Please wear Good trekking shoes with a strong non slipery sole.
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, etc.)
Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried… so that one has hands free while trekking.

Rules:
1. Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
2. Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding.
3. TreksandTrails reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.
4. Telephonic confirmation is mandatory, if unable to contact send a text message and we will call you back.
5. Sleeveless, low neck, figure hugging shirts/skirts/tops, short pants, hot pants not allowed.
6. Please avoid wearing Gold and other jewellery (at own risk)
7. Please do not carry handbags or Jolas or Sling bags on treks.

TreksandTrails Advisory Note:
Kindly carry 1 Identity proof at least for the trek. It’s not a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR.We all are going for an adventurous and interesting trekking exploration.The leader’s decision will be final and all the members should abide by it. Do not destroy or dirty the archaeological, historical monuments. Any kind of addiction is strictly prohibited, e.g. drinking, smoking.
Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any liability for the same. Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking or any adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any accident or compensation in whatsoever manner. We should strictly follow the code of conduct, to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from our group or even local people. Due to the Monsoon season we recommend you to please take care at every place while walking /climbing / trekking. Rains are expected so please double pack your valuables in plastic bags to save them from getting wet. ***No plastic littering on the way or in hills/mountains. *** Participation confirmation only via confirmed bank transfer.

***** Telephonic confirmation is required to confirm your participation.**** Participation contribution is non refundable and NOT transferable. We shall travel together as a group.
Important Note: One needs to deposit full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. For Registration transfer Rs. 700.00 per person in the given a/c

Bank Name: State Bank of India
Account No: 32248535175
Account Name: Rajesh Mhaddalkar
IFSC Code: SBIN0014771

Once payment is done, please send an email to connect@treksandtrails.org & yahyavirani@hotmail.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, email ID, cell phone number.

Email: connect@treksandtrail.org
Connect: www.treksandtrails.org
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To join call for confirmations:
TreksAndTrails +918655179129
Ankit Savla +919821912078

Type: Overnight trek
Name: Rajmachi
Region: Karjat / Lonavala
The cost for the entire event is Rs. 800.00 per person.

At Rajmachi - Shrivardhan and Manoranjan can also be considered as two separate forts. There is one small plateau in between them. A temple of 'Bhairoba' is very beautiful. Shrivardhan is 'Bale killa' of Rajmachi. It is almost 3000 feet high. But it was mainly built to keep watch on Konkan area. Manoranjan is 2700 feet high. Manoranjan consists of strong walls, 3 doors and many water tanks. One can see Ulhas river, Dukes Nose (Nagphani), Karnala, Matheran, Mahuli and Bhimashankar etc. The old caves of 'Kondhavi' on Rajmachi fort are worth to see. The way to the fort is long but truly with a good view.

We meet at 17:10 Hrs (sharp) at Lonavala Railway station on Saturday 18th October 2014. We all can come by the Mumbai-Pune Sinhgad express train, timings are as follows:

14:30 CST
14:43 Dadar
15:08 Thane
15:28 Kalyan
16:08 Karjat
17:08 Lonavala.

Itinerary - Saturday 18th October 2014
17:10 Auto rickshaw ride from Lonavala ST bus depot till Tungarli dam base.
17:30 Tungarli Dam
18:00 Walk/Hike from Tungarli Dam to Rajmachi - 4hrs/16kms max.
21:30 Reach base village. have dinner, stay in the village.

Sunday 19th October 2014
05:30 Wake up.
06:00 Break fast
07:00 Manoranjan fort and Shrivardhan Fort exploration.
12:30 Lunch
13:30 Descend from Rajmachi to Kondhane (3 hrs)
16:00 Kondhane caves
17:00 Kondhane village
18:30 Karjat railway station

We would be getting back to Dadar at 21:00 (Subjective). The cost of this trek would be Rs 800.00
This includes travel cost from Lonavala to Tungarli dam base, 1 Veg Dinner, breakfast, 1 Veg lunch, TrekandTrail India charges if any and travel cost from Kondhane Village to Karjat station.

Important Note: One needs to deposit full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. For Registration transfer Rs. 800.00 per person in the given a/c

Bank Name: State Bank of India
Account No: 32248535175
Account Name: Rajesh Mhaddalkar
IFSC Code: SBIN0014771

Once payment is done, please send an email to connect@treksandtrails.org & yahyavirani@hotmail.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, email ID, cell phone number.

Things to carry
Ready to eat food, like plum cakes, chocolate bar, some snacks & biscuits etc.
Water 3 lts (Mandatory).
Good footwear (Mandatory).
Sleeping Bag / Mattress / Bed sheet / Pull over / Carry mat
Head Torch / torch (Mandatory).
Extra pair of clothes, Towels & Napkins (Optional).
Slippers or floaters (just to relax your feet before & after the trek) (optional)
Personal small medical kit. (Which you require usually/Optional)
Electral / Tang powder. Cap / Goggles. (Optional)
Other things as per your choice.(Camera, Binoculars, etc.)
Plastic bag to keep clothes dry.
Please carry your personal tea mugs and a small Swiss-knife.
Haversack to put all these things.

TreksandTrails Advisory Note:
Kindly carry 1 Identity proof at least for the trek. It’s not a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR.We all are going for an adventurous and interesting trekking exploration.The leader’s decision will be final and all the members should abide by it. Do not destroy or dirty the archaeological, historical monuments. Any kind of addiction is strictly prohibited, e.g. drinking, smoking.
Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any liability for the same. Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking or any adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any accident or compensation in whatsoever manner. We should strictly follow the code of conduct, to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from our group or even local people. Due to the Monsoon season we recommend you to please take care at every place while walking /climbing / trekking. Rains are expected so please double pack your valuables in plastic bags to save them from getting wet. ***No plastic littering on the way or in hills/mountains.

***Participation confirmation only via confirmed bank transfer. ***
***** Telephonic confirmation is required to confirm your participation.****
Participation contribution is non refundable and NOT transferable. We shall travel together as a group.

Rules:
1. Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
2. Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding.
3. TreksandTrails reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.
4. Telephonic confirmation is mandatory, if unable to contact send a text message and we will call you back.
5. Sleeveless, low neck, figure hugging shirts/skirts/tops, short pants, hot pants not allowed.
6. Please avoid wearing Gold and other jewellery (at own risk)
7. Please do not carry handbags or Jolas or Sling bags on treks.

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Fort/Hill: Kavnai fort
Region: Igatpuri
Height: 762 meters/2,500 feet
Grade: Medium
Expense: INR 800 for members and INR 840 for non members

About Kavnai fort:
Kavnai fort stands ten miles north of Igatpuri, two miles west of the railway line, midway between the Ghoti and Bailgaon stations of the Peninsula Railway. The main entrance door of the fort still stood in good condition. Entering the main door we can see cave of the right side. We can see small pond towards southern side of fort. There are many dilapidated structures of mansion by the side of this pond. A bastion at western end of the fort. A cistern is located near bastion.

How to book:

Trek Leaders:
Umesh Lotlikar (9969017797) and Archana Thakur (9819155623)

Event Coordinator:
Mangesh Dhaimade (9833115324)

To register for the trek, kindly contact the leaders or the coordinator. As advised by them, deposit the booking amount in the bank account and confirm the payment. On confirming the same by the leaders, your booking stands confirmed for the trek.

Kindly register yourself before or by 02nd October, 2014 in order to get a confirmed place in the group.

Happy trekking...

Please contact the leaders between 0800-1000hrs and between 1800-2100 hrs. In case they don't answer the call, text them your name, email address and trek interested in. They will revert you by an email or call.

Cheers!
Mangesh

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