We at Nisargamitra Panvel, invite you to come together on Trek To Karnala Fort on 18th May 2014. Let's Capture the Memories together
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Karnala fort (also called Funnel Hill) is a hill fort in Raigad district about 10 km from Panvel city. Currently it is a protected place lying within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary.The sanctuary is quite small with an area of 4.27 square kilometres. It is home to over 150 species of resident and 37 species of migratory birds who visit the sanctuary during winter. Two rare birds i.e. Ashy Minivet and Malabar Trogon have been sighted here.
Height: 1440 feet ( Above MSL )
Grade: Easy.
Location: Panvel – Raigad
Karnala fort actually consists of two forts one at a higher level and other lower. At the centre of the higher level is a 125 feet high basalt pillar. It is also called Pandu's tower. This structure was used as watchtower when the fort was occupied.
Meeting Point: Panvel ST Stand 7.15 am..........
Date: 18th May 2014
Trek fees: Rs 200/-
Cost includes:
• Travelling from Panvel to the base & back.
• Evening Tea & snacks
• Safety and other equipments required for the trek.
Participants must carry:
• 2 liter of water (atleast)
• Packed Lunch
• Sun cap
• Extra pair of clothes (optional)
• Good shoes
• Haversack to put all your things, so that your hands are free (avoid sling bags)
• Camera (Optional)
• Medicines that you require usually. (optional)
• Electral/Tang powder/Glucone-D
For Registrations and Booking please contact:
Dhananjay Madan-9987290759
Karnala fort (also called Funnel Hill) is a hill fort in Raigad district about 10 km from Panvel city. Currently it is a protected place lying within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary.The sanctuary is quite small with an area of 4.27 square kilometres. It is home to over 150 species of resident and 37 species of migratory birds who visit the sanctuary during winter. Two rare birds i.e. Ashy Minivet and Malabar Trogon have been sighted here.
Height: 1440 feet ( Above MSL )
Grade: Easy.
Location: Panvel – Raigad
Karnala fort actually consists of two forts one at a higher level and other lower. At the centre of the higher level is a 125 feet high basalt pillar. It is also called Pandu's tower. This structure was used as watchtower when the fort was occupied.
Meeting Point: Panvel ST Stand 7.15 am..........
Date: 18th May 2014
Trek fees: Rs 200/-
Cost includes:
• Travelling from Panvel to the base & back.
• Evening Tea & snacks
• Safety and other equipments required for the trek.
Participants must carry:
• 2 liter of water (atleast)
• Packed Lunch
• Sun cap
• Extra pair of clothes (optional)
• Good shoes
• Haversack to put all your things, so that your hands are free (avoid sling bags)
• Camera (Optional)
• Medicines that you require usually. (optional)
• Electral/Tang powder/Glucone-D
For Registrations and Booking please contact:
Dhananjay Madan-9987290759