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Posted: 28 Aug 2014 04:49 AM PDT

You could take all the time in the world, to enjoy the beauty, stand in between the fields, enjoy the cool breeze that flows through your hair and the wonderful scent of damp soil, all together making you feel like heaven. For all those who have spent their life among the fast moving gadgets, a break in a while is a necessity and there is no other better place to relax yourself other than just having a visit to a village. Enjoy the beauty and serenity of nature through villages. Details: Reach at Asangaon Station at - 9.00 A M Breakfast Start walking towards Village Mahuli (Exploring the flora) will reach till - 11.Am Explore the village Visit to Waterfall, Lunch at 12.30 pm Check-dams, Rice fields Visits. Cost per head 200/- including Asangaon to Asangaon traveling. Break fast, Tea (2), Experts charges. for details Pls call - Rehan @ 9892842409 or Rajshree Sable  - 9821339108 leave msg if not reachable

Posted: 28 Aug 2014 01:53 AM PDT

Hello Buddies, we are glad to invite you all for a challenging trek to Irshalgad on 21st Sept 2014.Some Info about the Hill:Irshalgad also known as Vishalgad lies in the Karjat region. An amazing thing about this peak is its twin-forked top. It also has a natural rock-hole between the two pinnacles. Its Batman-like appearance cannot be missed by travellers on the Panvel-Karjat road. A village called Vishalwadi is located on the upper plateau - the final climb starts from here. The route upto the needle-hole involves a ladder and some rock patches. The part above this hole requires technical climbing skills and is risky.Travel will be by local train / private vehicle.No. Of Seats: Max 20 participants.Grade: Moderate-Difficult.Cost Rs. 300/- (includes Trek charges, breakfast, refreshments, travel between Karjat and base village) Registrations strictly by phone call only!Tentative Trek Plan:We'd be boarding the front-most compartment of the below train. You may get in at your respective stations. Please take Karjat return tickets.S-5 KARJAT Slow: http://mumbailifeline.com/train_info.php?sel_route=central&train=S+5After breakfast at Karjat, we shall start journey for base village Nanivali by private vehicle.9:30AM: Introductions & start trek. Reach rock-hole by lunchtime (approx 12:30pm). Have lunch, rest, explore and enjoy the views.2PM: Start descending. Reach base by 5pm. Return Journey to Karjat and catch the next train back home.Some Trek Rules:Climbing the Mountain is definitely an enjoyable adventure, provided we all follow some discipline.One must follow these basic rules strictly so that the outing can be enjoyed in a safe way: 1] Mountains are a place of abundant natural beauty. Hence, it is our duty to keep the place free of garbage. So do not litter. One is expected to dump all wrappers/chewing gums/etc in his/her own bag. In fact it would not be a bad idea to clear any plastic wrapper/bottle lying on the trekking path. A separate pouch/plastic bag m... Read more

Posted: 28 Aug 2014 01:39 AM PDT

Hello Buddies, we are back again - This time with an exciting trek to One Tree Hill Pt of Matheran.Some Info about the Trek:You may have visited Matheran several times before as a tourist. But now we present you an opportunity to explore it as a trekker! So, Instead of entering the Bazar Peth (main market) of Matheran from Neral, we'll be climbing up the hill from Karjat so that you get to enjoy the natural beauty with a difference. So come on, let's explore the unexplored.Travel will be by local train / private vehicle.No. Of Seats: Max 20 participants.Grade: Moderate.Cost Rs. 300/- (includes Trek charges, breakfast, refreshments, travel between Karjat and base village)  Registrations by phone call only.Tentative Trek Plan:We'd be boarding the front-most compartment of the below train. You may get in at your respective stations. Please take Karjat return tickets.S-5 KARJAT Slow: http://mumbailifeline.com/train_info.php?sel_route=central&train=S+5After breakfast at Karjat, we shall start journey for base village Pokharwadi by private vehicle. 9:30AM: Introductions & start trek. Reach top by lunchtime (approx 12:30pm).Have lunch, rest, explore and enjoy the views. 2PM: Start descending. Reach base Taadwadi by 5pm. Return Journey to Karjat and catch the next train back home. Some Trek Rules:Climbing the Mountain is definitely an enjoyable adventure, provided we all follow some discipline.One must follow these basic rules strictly so that the outing can be enjoyed in a safe way: 1] Mountains are a place of abundant natural beauty. Hence, it is our duty to keep the place free of garbage. So do not litter. One is expected to dump all wrappers/chewing gums/etc in his/her own bag. In fact it would not be a bad idea to clear any plastic wrapper/bottle lying on the trekking path. A separate pouch/plastic bag must be carried for this purpose. 2] Trekking is a healthy habit. So Smoking has to be strictly prohibited. Consumption of alcohol/drugs is also banned. Avoid sp... Read more

Posted: 27 Aug 2014 08:54 PM PDT

Visit to Kaas Plateau , Thoseghar Waterfall , Sajjangad , Chalkewadi Windmills , Bamnoli Backwaters , Stay at Tapola and Siteseeing at Mahabaleshwar on 20th And 21th September 2014-----------------------------------------------------------------------------The Kaas Plateau also known as the "Kaas Pathar" which is situated in the Western Ghat Sahyadri range, 22 kilometers from Satara city in Maharashtra state of IndiaEvery year, during the months of August-October, Kaas pathar in the state of Maharashtra comes alive with numerous and variety of colours. Thoseghar waterfalls :is a scenic spot located near the small village of Thoseghar, 20 km from Satara city, at the edge of the Konkan region, in Western India. There are a series of waterfalls, some of them 15 to 20 metres and one of 500 ft in height. People come from all over Maharashtra to visit the area, especially during the rainy or monsoon season, July to November. Sajjangad meaning Fort of Good People, is located near the city of Satara, India. It is the final resting place of Sant Ramdas, a saint and social reformer in 17th century India (born 1606). His teachings and works written in books such as Dasbodh are read and followed by many people even today in the state of Maharashtra and Sajjangad is a popular place of pilgrimage.What can you see on the Fort ---1. Samarth Ramdaas Swami Samadhi2. Samarth Ramdas swami museum3. The beautiful lake view from the backyard of the fort4. Local shopping on the fort etc-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Itinerary for the Event Day 1: (on 19th September)  Mumbai People--Meeting Point at Thane station 2014 at 09:00 PM ( Sharp) - Pick up points at Thane , Vashi and Macdonalds Kalamboli PUNE People --Meeting Point at Swargate 2014 at 11:30 PM ( Sharp) -Day 2: (on 20th September) --Reaching Satara early morning , Freshen up and Breakfast at Satara ( There will be no arrangements for Bathing - Kindly Note ) --Reaching Kaas Plateau at 7:3... Read more

Posted: 27 Aug 2014 10:45 AM PDT

Hi Friends, For all those who love water sports, here's one thing you would enjoy without prior experience… Yes, it's White Water Rafting! You can enjoy this sport for hours. We ensure your double safety by providing our expertise and controlled environment (Flow of water being controlled by dam) About Activity: Total Distance: 12kms Duration: 2hrs to 2.5hrs (Depending upon speed of water) Grades of Rapids: III & IV rapids Itinerary Meeting Point: Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E) on 14th September 2014 at 5:00 AM (SHARP) Pick up Points: Chembur, Vashi, Panvel 05:00 hrs Proceed to Kolad (Breakfast on the way - Packed Food ) 08:00 hrs Arrive at the rafting start point. Briefing for Rafting on arrival at the start point 09:00 hrs Rafting begins 13:30 hrs Lunch 15:00 hrs Kayaking, River crossing & Zipline etc. (on your own cost) 16:30 hrs Proceed back to Mumbai.The cost for the event will be Rs 2000/- per participant which includes, Traveling from Dadar to Dadar, Rafting Charges, Breakfast, Lunch ( Veg / non-Veg - Buffet style) Participants :-  30 Only. One has to do online transfer of 2000 /- (Full amount - Non Refundable ) into the following account Bank Details: Bank Name: ICICI BANK Branch : MATHERAN ROAD - NEW PANVEL (E) Account Number: 033401519935 Name: GEETANJALI DHANANJAY MOKAL IFS Code: ICIC0000334 After transaction do email us transaction_id along with participant's details (name, email and mobile number) at ab@bhramanti365.in For registration and more details please contactGitanjali Bhagat :- 9029209992  / 8956383836 Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry: 1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. 2. A bottle of water, 3. Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes (Loose fitting clothes with shorts, cloths that dry quickly) 4. Footwear (preferably floaters for rafting) 5. Camera (Optional) 6. Cap, etc. NOTES: Pregnant ladies, heart patients and people with severe asthma are not allowed to raft. Please avoid wearing Gold and ot... Read more

Posted: 27 Aug 2014 10:40 AM PDT

Hi Friends, For all those who love water sports, here's one thing you would enjoy without prior experience… Yes, it's White Water Rafting! You can enjoy this sport for hours. We ensure your double safety by providing our expertise and controlled environment (Flow of water being controlled by dam) About Activity: Total Distance: 12kms Duration: 2hrs to 2.5hrs (Depending upon speed of water) Grades of Rapids: III & IV rapids Itinerary Meeting Point: Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E) on 13th September 2014 at 5:00 AM (SHARP) Pick up Points: Chembur, Vashi, Panvel 05:00 hrs Proceed to Kolad (Breakfast on the way - Packed Food ) 08:00 hrs Arrive at the rafting start point. Briefing for Rafting on arrival at the start point 09:00 hrs Rafting begins 13:30 hrs Lunch 15:00 hrs Kayaking, River crossing & Zipline etc. (on your own cost) 16:30 hrs Proceed back to Mumbai.The cost for the event will be Rs 2000/- per participant which includes, Traveling from Dadar to Dadar, Rafting Charges, Breakfast, Lunch ( Veg / non-Veg - Buffet style) Participants :-  30 Only. One has to do online transfer of 2000 /- (Full amount - Non Transferable ) into the following account Bank Details: Bank Name: ICICI BANK Branch : MATHERAN ROAD - NEW PANVEL (E) Account Number: 033401519935 Name: GEETANJALI DHANANJAY MOKAL IFS Code: ICIC0000334 After transaction do email us transaction_id along with participant's details (name, email and mobile number) at ab@bhramanti365.in For registration and more details please contactGitanjali Bhagat :- 9029209992  / 8956383836 Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry: 1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. 2. A bottle of water, 3. Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes (Loose fitting clothes with shorts, cloths that dry quickly) 4. Footwear (preferably floaters for rafting) 5. Camera (Optional) 6. Cap, etc. NOTES: Pregnant ladies, heart patients and people with severe asthma are not allowed to raft. Please avoid wearing Gold and oth... Read more

Posted: 27 Aug 2014 09:03 AM PDT