!! 14th – 15th June 2014 !!
Night trek in glowing forest of fireflies…
Short Info:
Peth is situated in Shahapur taluka, Karjat district. Hight of this fort is 3100 ft above sea level. This fort is also known as Kothaligad because of the internally excavated stairs at the fort top. During the specific period of pre-monsoon, thousands of fireflies males glow in mating display to attract females. This is one of the best natural phenomena one can expect…
History: This fort is very small in size but was used as an ammunition storage and defense station during Sambhaji Maharaj’s era. This fort is surrounded with other forts like Bhimashankar, Rajmachi, Dhak, Sidhhagad and Prabalgad
What to see on Peth – Kothaligad …..
- Pinnacle of the Peth fort with internally carved stairs
- Bhairoba Mandir
- Bhairoba Cave. This cave is well-sculpted and accommodate 30 to 40 people
- Water cisterns
- Bastions of the fort well in condition
- From the Fort top we can have glimpse of Bhimashankar, Rajmachi, Dhak and Siddhagad
Duration: 1 Night – 1 Day
Date : 14th – 15th June, 2014
Difficulty Level: Easy
Cost: Rs. 950/- Per Person
Registered Members Cost: Rs. 900/- Per person
Schedule:
14th June 2014 : Approximately 3 pm
All participants must catch slow local from their nearest railway station to Karjat (Local train starts from CST and runs on central line). (Exact Train schedule will be circulated later)
On arrival at Karjat we will proceed towards Ambavali village in Tamtam auto rikshaws (10 seater), have introduction round and start ascending. Enjoy the glowing fireflies while ascending till Pethwadi. We are going to stay at the villagers’ homestay at Pethwadi village and going to taste homely local food in dinner. Post dinner, wander around for a short night trail in search of Fireflies activity. Overnight at Pethwadi.
15th June 2014 : Morning freshen up at Pethwadi village followed by breakfast and hot cup of tea.
Post breakfast climb atop to visit Pinnacle of Peth fort, caves, enjoy the scenic view from the top. After some happening photography session on the top of pinnacle, descend down to Pethwadi.
Lunch at Pethwadi village and then start descending towards Ambivali. Further back to Karjat by local transport. Reach Mumbai by 8 pm on 15th June.
Trek Concludes but relationship continues with Happy Memories ![:-)]()
Includes:
- Transportation from Karjat to ambavali and back by Local transport
- Tea, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast & Refreshments
- Accommodation in homestay
- Guide & Expertise Charges
Exclusion:
Anything not mentioned above.
For Registrations:
For booking you need to deposit Rs. 950/- as full amount in following Account:
NAME : MUMBAI TRAVELLERS
BANK : ICICI
ACCOUNT : CURRENT AC
A/C : 623805029453
BRANCH : MULUND WEST
IFSC CODE ICIC0006238
BANK : ICICI
ACCOUNT : CURRENT AC
A/C : 623805029453
BRANCH : MULUND WEST
IFSC CODE ICIC0006238
Cancellation and Refund:
1. If cancellation done prior to 15 days of outing 75% will be refunded.
2. If done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded
3. After that no refund will be provided.
2. If done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded
3. After that no refund will be provided.
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