Type: Hill forts
Fort Range: Bhimashankar Range
Base Village: Khandas
Grade: Medium
Fort Height: 2002 feet (610 m)
Padargad is a small fort with almost no ruins but just few water tanks and caves.What makes it trekker’s delight is the climb to this fort which is considered as a medium grade as it demands technical skill and equipment.
To reach the top of Padargad one has to cross a few rock patches and a chimni climb which makes it the most thrilling experience.
Once you reach atop you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the entire bhimashankar range. One can see Siddhagad, Kothligad (Peth) and Bhimashankar from here.
Trek schedule :
On 17th April 2014, Saturday Night: We will be leaving by Khopoli Fast Local, Time table as below :
Mumbai CST 20:40
Byculla 20:47
Dadar 20:55
Kurla 21:03
Ghatkopar 21:08
Thane 21:23
Dombivili 21:35
Kalyan 21:44
Ambernath 21:56
Badlapur 22:04
Karjat: 22:38
Meeting Point: 22:38 @ Karjat Station on 17th May ’14.
11.15pm : Travel to Base village via Private transport
01:15pm: Introduction - Do's & Don'ts
01.15am : Trek Start
04.30am : Reach base of the Padargad & rest till morning
06.00am : Wake up call & Breakfast
06.30am : Start Pinnacle Climb
08.30am : Reach the Top & Explore the fort
10.00am : Start descend
12.30pm : Reach Padarwadi & Lunch
04.00pm : Reach Khandas
05.30pm : Reach Karjat & refreshment
08.30pm : Reach Mumbai Tentatively
Things to be carried:
Working Torch (Must)
Water 4 liters (must) There is no water source till we reach Padarwadi next day so please carry the specified quantity.
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Proper Bedding (Sleeping Bag, Shawl or two bed sheets)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Note : We suggest please carry a small bag pack along so that we can leave extra baggage at the cave and only carry valuables, water and snacks while climbing the pinnacle.
Expenses: Rs 600/- per head
which includes
Travelling from karjat to Karjat by Private transport.
Breakfast & Evening refreshment (Please carry packed lunch for the day.)
Equipment & Expertise Charges.
Registration:
For registration, kindly transfer Rs. 600/- per head
You have to make the payment in following bank acc,
1. Name of Acc Holder : Ashish Vinayak Sakhare
2. Bank name : ICICI Bank
3. Bank account number : 074001503072
4. Bank branch name : Near Sion Hospital, Sion (E)
5. IFSC code for bank : ICIC0000740
For registration or queries,
Please contact:
Ashish Sakhare - 9049018085
Sangram Sawant - 9867507238
Bhushan Gurav- 9920497222
Rules and regulations.
Do understand that we do not arrange picnics. It follows that if one seeks luxury and absolute comfort then we can hardly help them.
Sa-Hi Trekkers believe in being one with nature and that is possible only when we shed all city slicker attitudes. Of course by that we do not suggest that one should be ready for any kind of nonsense.
Utmost care is taken to ensure safety of the group and care is taken that no one is inconvenienced because of factors within our control.
We do expect our Sa-hi friends to understand group dynamics and leave at home their individuality. They should be prepared to share and care. That makes and all the physical and mental exhaustion forgettable and the trek itself become unforgettable! Trust us on this.
Now some basic codes:
Respect nature.
1) No littering! Carry your own trash. If you are found littering then we will request you to pick it up. Friends, it is really not nice to throw garbage around and it only reflects upon us. Will we do this to our own houses?
REDUCE, REUSE, AND RECYCLE!
2) Do not disturb the flora and fauna. No making pretty bouquets of grabbed flowers and blooms. No feeding and intimidating birds and other animals. Think how you would feel if someone barges into your house and threatens you. The jungle is THEIR home. So, Capital NO= NO!
3) Remember, the mountain has own mind. Beware and do not make the mistake of taking him for granted. It sounds weird but it’s true. Never take nature as granted.
For your own safety
1) The organizers and you yourself are equally responsible for your safety. We cannot take the blame for injuries or inconveniences arising out of actions outside the organizers instructions and acts of nature.
2) One must understand that the group leader is responsible for the entire group and may have to take some tough decisions at times. If one expects a memorable experience with us then we expect full cooperation and discipline. To sum up, the leader’s decision will be final and binding on all Sahi Trekkers.
3) Finally, the non-arguable part. Smoking and other forms of tobacco use and alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited during trek.
Safety measure is to be followed on strict basis,anybody not following will be discarded on the spot.
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