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Posted: 10 Sep 2014 01:23 AM PDT

What is Kaas ?-------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 India. The name Kaas originates from Kaasa tree. Leaves of this tree turn green to red as they mature.The area of plateau is approximately 1,000 hectare.The plateau is full of wild flowers during the months of August and September. Recently it has been declared as Biodiversity World Heritage Site by The United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Kaas lake is surrounded by dense forests and lies between Sajjangad fort and the Kanher Dam. The place has more than 850 different species of flowers and other plants including Orchids, Karvy and carnivorous plants such as Drosera Indica. This falls under the Sahyadri Sub Cluster of Western Ghats which is now a UNESCO World heritageWhat's makes this a Special trip ?-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Well Kaas itself is a Special place but it makes sense to understand the Ecology and how we can safeguard it. So we have collaborated with Eco Buddies a group one of its kind to help people to do exactly this. They will guide you and share all the knowledge on the flowers to birds in those region and how it matters. Photography sessions from the toppers of Eco Buddies completes the trip... What we call 'PICTURE PERFECT' What will you learn ?-------------------------------------------------------------------------------History of KAASCarnivore PlantsEcology and how its changing.Flaura and fauna around KAAS. How we can protect itPhotography and more......Schedule-------------------------------------------------------------------------------The itinerary for the trek will be as follows: Day 1 : 27th Sept , Saturday NightMeeting Point : Swami Narayan Mandir Dadar East @10:45 pmPickup Point : Yogi Hotel , Diamond G... Read more

Posted: 09 Sep 2014 09:55 AM PDT

 Hello Vibers, We are glad to invite you for Thrilling River Rafting at  Kolad on Sunday ,28th September 2014 Short Info: River Rafting on Kundalika started a few years ago and now a year round activity (Only rafting facility in India to be operational all round the year). River Rafting at Kundalika river in Kolad, is about 4 hrs drive from Pune and Mumbai. White Water Rafting in Kundalika river, Kolad is controlled by the release of the Dam on the Kundalika River and offers Grade II and Grade III rapids (Higher the Grade, higher the level of difficulty). Meeting Point:Dadar Pritam Hotel @5.30am Itiniary: 05:30 am Departs towards Kolad from Dadar 08:30 am Arrive at the rafting start point. Briefing for Rafting on arrival at the start point.  09:30 am  Rafting begins 12.30 am: Rafting ends  01:30 pm Break for Lunch.  02:30 pm Proceed back to Mumbai. The cost for the Rafting is  Rs. 2200/- Includes: Transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai Rafting Charges (One time only) Breakfast, Lunch (Veg / Non Veg ) and Evening refreshment  Meals and Changin facility.               Payment details:Name of Current Acc Holder        :  VIBES OUTDOORSBank name                                     :  ICICIBank account number                  :  187905500086Bank branch name and address :  Kalyan Shivaji Chowk BranchIFSC code for bank                       :  ICIC0001879 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. So that one has hands free while trekking. 2. A bottle of water (1.5 ltr). 3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry. 4. Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional). 5. Torch with extra batteries. 6. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito's cream. 7. A good trekking shoes. 8. Bedding, extra pair of cloths. Contact : Tushar 9890672593Deepak 9422682020Ashwin 9867250271 Our Facebook Presence :Vibes OutdoorsEmail Us @ vibes... Read more

Posted: 09 Sep 2014 09:52 AM PDT

We at " WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB ,PUNE " (GOVT.Reg.No.MH.1479/Pune/2013) are glad to invite you all for" KOKAN TOUR (TARKARLI,SCUBA DIVING,SNORKELING,SINDHUDURG FORT,TSUNAMI ISLAND,DOLPHIN RIDE,VIJAYDURG) on 11 & 12 OCT 2014 DETAILED INFO: PLACES TO VISIT DURING TOUR: 1.TARKARLI BEACH: Tarkarli is amongst the premiere destinations promoted by M.T.D.C. Located in Sindhudurg district bordering Goa, Tarkarli is amongst the southern most beaches in Maharashtra. Part of the series of beaches in Malvan, Tarkarli is a small stretch of beach with Devbaug beach to its south and the Sindhudurg sea fort to its north. Tarkarli offers an ideal destination for a relaxed weekend away near the beach . Tarkarli is amongst the few destinations in Maharashtra where you can enjoy Snorkeling and S.C.U.B.A diving thanks to the clear waters and the coral reefs which spread over almost the entire coast near Tarkarli. Sindhudurg fort which spreads over 44 acres on the Kurte island to the north of Tarkarli in Malvan is another must visit during a Tarkarli Holiday. 2.TSUNAMI ISLAND: Tarkarli is emerging as the most sought after destination for water sports in Maharashtra. Tsunami island in the Karli backwaters is the hub of water sports near Tarkarli with all the major water rides including parasailing in the sea!Tsunami Island is in the back waters. It's a small cute little island with clear waters. Its isolated and might be approximately just 20,000sq.ft in size. It was created overnight because of the Tsunami. Hence it is named as Tsunami Island. 3.DOLPHIN RIDE: The chances of spotting a dolphin is highest during boat rides from Tarkarli near the shores of Malvan . 4.SCUBA DIVING/SNORKELING: The coast near Tarkarli is abundant with coral reefs and also is blessed with clear waters making Tarkarli a great site for SCUBA Diving. The vicinity of the Sindhudurg fort is the primary site for SCUBA Diving in Tarkarli. Tourists are ferried from Dandi beach to the diving site for SCUBA Divi... Read more

Posted: 09 Sep 2014 09:07 AM PDT

After 5 batches (165 participants) WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB, PUNE glad to invite you all for "DUDHIWARE WATERFALL RAPPELLING Batch 6 ON 20th SEPT 2014 Rappelling & Trekking are two different aspects of adventure.Rappelling is technique in which we descend down the rock cliffs using rope and other mountaineering equipments with 100 % safety. SO HERE WE ARE WELCOME YOU FOR REAL THRILL AND FUN AT DUDHIWARE WATERFALL RAPPELLING. RAPPELLING AT DUDHIWARE WATERFALL (145 ft APPROX): SCHEDULE: Saturday 20th SEPT 2014 PUNE MEMBERS Meeting point at SHIVAJINAGAR IN FRONT OF MAHARASHTRA BANK ------7.00 am (sharp) REACH DUDHIWARE (9.00 am) MUMBAI MEMBERS PICKUP AT LONAVALA STN 10.00am REACH DUDHIWARE 10.30 am BREAKFAST ,INTRODUCTION , DO'S & DONT'S Move to Rappelling base INSTRUCTIONS & PRINCIPLES OF RAPPELLING SHORT LESSON FROM CERTIFIED MOUNTAINEERS Start Rappelling one by one LUNCH Resume Rappelling session Wind up & equipment Collection Move to lonavala/Pune by Private travels REACH LONAVALA 6.30 pm REACH PUNE 8.00 pm CONTRIBUTION :800 rs PER HEAD INCLUDES :FOR MUMBAI MEMBERS:LONAVALA TO LONAVALA TRAVELING BY PRIVATE NON AC BUS,RAPPELLING CHARGES ,1 BREAKFAST,1 LUNCH .. ,CERTIFIED EXPERTISE,FIRST AID BRANDED EQUIPMENT CHARGES,CHANGING CABINS AND LOT OF ADVENTURE & THRILL ,FUN. PUNE: Pune to Pune traveling by private non ac travel bus,1 BREAKFAST,1LUNCH,RAPPELLING CHARGES ,FIRST AID CERTIFIED EXPERTISE , BRANDED EQUIPMENT CHARGES,CHANGING CABINS AND LOT OF ADVENTURE & THRILL ,FUN. FOR CONFIRMATION OF SEAT KINDLY MAKE PAYMENT TO FOLLOWING ACCOUNT: (MAX 50 seats ) ACNT NAME:WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB BANK NAME:ICICI ACNT NO:000501059780 Branch: BUND GARDEN PUNE IFSC CODE: ICIC0000005 ACNT TYPE:SAVING *****NOTE: LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION 17 SEPT 2014 REGISTRATIONS THOROUGH PHONE CALLS ONLY: KINDLY CONTACT FOR REGISTRATION : PRASAD WAGH: 7767083232/8149245189 OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY:http://www.facebook.com/BhatkantiSahyadrichyaKushit PREVIOUS EVENT PHOTOS:htt... Read more