YHAI Malad Unit, Full moon like side Camping & Trekking Malshej 23, 24 Feb 2013
Malshej Ghats the famous monsoon destination needs no introduction to Mumbaikars. Just a few kilometers away lay the village of Khireshwar. The village gives spectacular view of Harischandragad with its Citadel (बालेकिल्ला) and Taramati peak. From here one can approach Harischandragad via Tolar Khind Route or via Rajmarg which climbs in a gully near its Citadel keeping the needle hole (नेढे) to its right.
The large reservoir of Pimpalgaon Joga lies here with dam walls on both the sides, i.e. to the east and to the west. The famous River of Kalu of Thane District originates near Tolar Khind and flows in the village. On the banks of Kalu River the temple of Nageshwar is situated, which dates back to medieval period. With its Sheshshahi Vishnu, Natraj and Carvings on the ceiling showing various Gods with its wife and Vahan make it a special. It also has caves of medieval period nearby.
Kalu River finally jumps into Thane District near village of Thitabi. The final fight scene of Mani Ratnam’s movie Ravan was filmed here. Khireshwar has also witnessed filming of other movies like Tees Mar Khan and more.
28km away from here is Fort of Shivneri the birth place of Shivaji Maharaj overlooking the ancient town of Junnar and Lenyadri Caves. The period of Gautamiputra Satkarni the Satvahana King was the Golden Era for Junnar. Shivaji’s birth place, Shiv Kunj and Koli Chouthara are important monuments on Shivneri.
Itinerary
Friday 22 Feb 2013 - Start from Mumbai in a private vehicle overnight journey.
Saturday 23 Feb 2013 - Reach Junnar; freshen-up, Breakfast and take Guided Tour of Shivneri Fort. Later proceed to picture-some lake of Pimpalgaon Joga and camp in tented accommodation. Enjoy Hot Dinner and Campfire.
Sunday 24 Feb 2013 - Breakfast. Enjoy Guided tour of Ancient Nageshwar temple ruins and caves. Later proceed to Escorted easy trek to Kalu valley view point. Admire the beauty of Malshej Ghats and Valley. Lunch and return to Mumbai. We shall be back to Mumbai by 7 pm.
Tents will be provided by Unit.
Tour Fees Rs. 1500/ per head apprx to be paid in advance.
For Registration and bookings pls contact Madhukar Dhuri 9820320295, Komal Gupta 8652741652
Organizers of this trek keep right to modify the itinerary in the best interest of YHAI Malad Unit.Consumption of alcoholic drinks and tobacco products is completed prohibited in youth hostels programs.
For other rules and regulations pls visit us at http://yhaimalad.org/upcoming_treks