Duration: 15 th June,2014 ( Journey Starts on 14th June 11.45 pm)
Mode of Transport: Private Transport
Meeting point: 14th June, Opp. Dreams mall near Bhandup (w) Railway Station
at 11.30 pm
Brief Introduction about Trek:
FORT:- HARIHAR
Type: Hill fort
Height :1120mts - 3676ft
Fort Range : Nashik-Trimbakeshwar
Grade : Medium
The fort of Harihar, lying on Trimbak range, was of significant importance in earlier periods, as there used to be a route crossing this range connecting Maharashtra to Gujarat.
Trimbak range has spreaded its arms to the north of Igatpuri and west of Nasik. It is divided mainly in two parts, with forts of Basgad, Utvad, hill of Fani, Harihar and Trimbakgad on one part while the forts of Anjaneri and Hargad on the other. Vaitarna is the main river in this region. The fort appears to be rectangular in shape from its base village.Places to see on fort:While climbing the fort, we come across a rock-sheet, which has got steps carved in it. Also many grooves have been carved here for additional support. After climbing these steps, we get upto the entrance door. There is a cavern ahead of this door. Again we come across few steps after a short distance walk from this cavern. On climbing these steps we reach to the main entrance door of this fort. The fort has got a tapering plateau with a raised level in the middle. Door is located at the edge of this fort, but the way to this door has now got blocked. There is a small temple of Lord Hanumana and Lord Shiva on the plateau. A small pond is there in front of this temple. Water from this pond can be used for drinking. There are five cisterns along one side of the palace, one of which has water suitable for drinking.
Trimbak range has spreaded its arms to the north of Igatpuri and west of Nasik. It is divided mainly in two parts, with forts of Basgad, Utvad, hill of Fani, Harihar and Trimbakgad on one part while the forts of Anjaneri and Hargad on the other. Vaitarna is the main river in this region. The fort appears to be rectangular in shape from its base village.Places to see on fort:While climbing the fort, we come across a rock-sheet, which has got steps carved in it. Also many grooves have been carved here for additional support. After climbing these steps, we get upto the entrance door. There is a cavern ahead of this door. Again we come across few steps after a short distance walk from this cavern. On climbing these steps we reach to the main entrance door of this fort. The fort has got a tapering plateau with a raised level in the middle. Door is located at the edge of this fort, but the way to this door has now got blocked. There is a small temple of Lord Hanumana and Lord Shiva on the plateau. A small pond is there in front of this temple. Water from this pond can be used for drinking. There are five cisterns along one side of the palace, one of which has water suitable for drinking.
Trimbakeshwaris one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The most unique feature of the Trimbakeshwar temple is that the Shiva Linga here has three faces of the three almighty Gods of Hindu mythology – Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwara. River Godavari originates from here. The construction of Trimbakeshwar was started in 1755 by BalajiBajirao. The magnificent work of architecture was completed in 31 years. Trimbakeshwar is famous for the religious rituals like Narayan-Nagbali, Kalsarpa Shanti and Tripindi. Several religious festivals take place in Trimbakeshwar.
The itinerary for the trek is as given below:-
Move from Bhandup at 11.30 pm on 14.06.2014 via private transport
Move from Bhandup at 11.30 pm on 14.06.2014 via private transport
Dt. 15.06.2014
· at 05.00 am reach at Trimbakeshwar Temple
· Upto 08.30 am Darshan, Round of introductions, Trek Rules, Breakfast, Tea etc
· 09.00 Move towards Harihar Fort ,
· 10.00 am Base village of Harihar ( Info about Fort)
· 10.15 am Start the trek and reach by 12.30 pm approx atop.
· Explore the fort and after Lunch break Start descending by 03.30 pm
· Reach base village by 4.45 pm,
· Move towards Mumbai by 4.45 pm.
· Evening refreshment, snacks tea etc will take during the return journey
· Reach Mumbai by 10.00pm tentatively.
*** Cost for Trek: Rs. 870/- Per person
Cost Inclusions: * Mumbai to Mumbai Transportation by Private Vehicle NON AC BUS
*Tea, Breakfast, Snacks, Medical during the Trek
* Expertise charges
Cost Exclusions: * Lunch for Sunday i.e.15th June,2014&
* Personal orders of food, cold drinksetc and any other personal expenses
Things To be Carried Alongwith:
● Identity Card- Must ● A haversack to put in all the things to be carried so that one has one hands free while walking ● Some ready to eat food ● Polythene bag for your garbage ● Medicine those if u require usually ● Comfortable shoes, sandals, ● 2-3 bunch of News-papers ●Lunch for Sunday i.e. 15.06.2014 (Compulsory), ● Water bottle 02 Liters, ● TORCH with extra batteries ●Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes ● Carry mat ●●Camera – Optional…
● Identity Card- Must ● A haversack to put in all the things to be carried so that one has one hands free while walking ● Some ready to eat food ● Polythene bag for your garbage ● Medicine those if u require usually ● Comfortable shoes, sandals, ● 2-3 bunch of News-papers ●Lunch for Sunday i.e. 15.06.2014 (Compulsory), ● Water bottle 02 Liters, ● TORCH with extra batteries ●Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes ● Carry mat ●●Camera – Optional…
Note:Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas. &avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.)
Rains are expected so pls double pack your bags /valuables to save them to getting wet
Rains are expected so pls double pack your bags /valuables to save them to getting wet
Last Date of Registration: 12thJune, 2014 Advance for Registration: Rs. 400/-
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General Rules / Instructions for the participants and members:-
v Kindly carry Identity proof for the trek.
v Anyone above 12 years can Join the Trek
v Please book your seat (name) well in advance and reconfirm the time and date on the day of departure on phone because program may change due to unavoidable circumstances.
v Bookings for all treks shall close two (2) days before the event date. Bookings shall strictly be on first come first serve basis.
v Each participant shall carry things as above (Please read Things to Carry) for every trek.
v The leader’s decision will be final and all the members should abide by it. Trek leaders have the authority to alter/modify the program/route without intimation.
v We all are committed to keep the trail clean and urges all participants to help the cause by not littering during the trek. Keep all the waste with you and even if you find some waste, collect it and deposit at the base village at the end of the trek. Do not destroy or dirty the archeological, historical monuments.
v Any kind of addiction is strictly prohibited, ex. drinking etc.
v Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any liability for the same.
v Participants should inform the leaders if they suffer from any heart ailments, blood pressure, asthma etc. If the leaders are not informed and any untoward incident takes place, neither the leaders not Swachhand Team will be held responsible.
v 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 mishaps/accidents during the program. Or compensation in whatsoever manner.
Note:
v Please read above Instructions/ rules and regulations Carefully. You are bound by the same.
v Print and leave a copy of this mail at home, with a friend or relative in case of Emergency.
v If your friends/relatives coming with you on the trek please do inform them about the trek Rules above. We all are going for an adventurous and interesting trekking expedition, please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR, There will be ample of enjoyment but not at the cost of discipline.
Thanks and Regards,