SHIKHAR VEDH :: Pratapgad - Bhimachi Kathi Trek on Sunday 10 August 2014

We @ शिखर वेध  has planned a less trodden path Trek to Pratapgad via Kudpan,Bhimachi Kathi on Sunday 10 August 2014.
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This route is very beautiful. From Kudpan village to Pratapgad. Its approx. 5 hrs walk thru dense forest with 1 gigantic waterfalls and many more small waterfalls & streams en-route. Dont miss this different route.
.Pratapgad Fort is a mountain fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort is at a distance of 24 km from the hill station of Mahabaleshwar. The fort holds a sturdy view of coastal Konkan. The Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan's tomb are other places of interest.

Pratapgad consists of two forts - an upper fort built on the top of the hill and a lower fort immediately below on the south and the east. Surrounding areas can be easily taken guard from the fort on almost all the sides. The southern side is rocky while the eastern side has a strong outwork ending in the Afzal Buruj.

It is believed that Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja was blessed with a shining sword at the temple of Goddess Bhavani here. The historic battle between Chatrapati Shivaji and Afzal Khan, the commander of the Bijapur Sultanate fought here.

Bhimachi Kathi - a well-known pinnacle in this region. Height around 800' form the valley side, This valley is surrounded by all three "Wadis" of Kudpan & famous for two gigantic waterfall.

You can enjoy various small waterfalls here. This route is wonderful for nature lovers.
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Trivia : Trek through mountains
Height: 3000 ft above MSL approx.
Grade: Medium
Base Village : Kudpan
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Itinerary for the Trek is as follows :

Meeting point: Saturday 9 August 2014 - 23:00 Hrs @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E)

Sunday 10 August 2014
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05:00 Hrs: @ Poladpur Bus depo
07:00 Hrs: @ Kudpan
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Exploration of Bhimachi Kathi Pinnacle & Waterfall
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B/f & Tea
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09:30 Hrs: Trek Starts
10:30 Hrs: @ Greenish plateau atop near Dhangarwada
15 mins Break 
10:45 Hrs: Continue Treks - Njoy numerous small waterfalls & streams en-route
12:15 Hrs: @ Kumthe Village
12:45 Hrs: @ Par Village
13:45 Hrs: @ Pratapgad Base
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Lunch Time ( Either u can carry or avail at hotels here )
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14:45 Hrs: 15 mins climb 2 Pratapgad fort & Exploration time
16:15 Hrs: Departure 2 Mumbai
Evening Snacks - Tea on the way
22:00 Hrs: @ Dadar ( Thats subjective)
.The Estimated expenditure for the trek is about Rs. 1200 / - per head

This includes Dadar 2 Dadar travel by private vehicle, Morning & Evening B/f +Tea
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Deposit Rs. 1200/- per head (Non-refundable) on following A/c for vehicle reservation
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464 

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)