Posted: 13 Sep 2014 06:19 AM PDT

1 day monsoon trek to Takmak fort Vasai on 21 September 2014   Dear friends, BAAN Hikers have arranged a 1-day trek to Takmak fort Vasai on 21 September 2014. The Takmak fort is located near Sakwar village, Vasai, Maharashtra. This fort was constructed in the 12th century by King Bheemdev at 2,000+ feet height to keep an eye on Mahim region. The fort is situated at one side of the main hill and surrounded by thick forest. From top of the fort you can enjoy spectacular views of the confluence of the Tansa and Vaitarna rivers to the west of the fort, deep valleys and Vandri lake near Vajreshwari to the north-east.   Details for the trek are as follows:- Catch Diva-Vasai Train (Diva Jn 5.33, Kopar 5.45, Bhivandi 5.54, Kharbao 6,04, Kaman 6.14, Junchandra 6.22, Vasai 6.35) Catch Churchgate – Virar Slow train (Churchgate 5.15, Dadar 5.32, Andheri 5.45, Borivali 5.59, Vasai 6.25)   Meeting at Vasai Station at 6.40am; Will move to takmak base village 6.50 am; Travel to the base village, Sakvar 7.30am; Breakfast at Base Village Hike to the Takmak fort 8.30am; Reach to top at 11.30am; explore fort and lunch 12 noon; Will start descend to village 12.30 pm, Will Reach to Base village and move towards Vasai 3.00 pm; Will be at Vasai 3.45;   THINGS TO CARRY:- Identity Proof Water 2 liters (must) Windcheater Good shoes (Compulsory) Camera (Optional ) A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. (No sling bags/ jholas please) Avoid wearing gold ornaments.   Trek contribution Rs 300/- Per head which includes Transport from Vasai to Vasai Breakfast Note:  Lunch is Not included in costing. so please carry your packed lunch. Limited entries, entries on first come first serve basis. Registrations through phone calls only. Smoking and drinking are strictly prohibited during Trek. For More Details & Registration Contact on These Numbers:- Divakar Satam : 9821325547 (Mumbai) Lalit Rane : 9967408351 (Thane) Niranjan Rane : 9920467972(Mumb... Read more