Harishchandragad To Ratangad Range Trek By SA-HI Trekkers 2-5th October 2014
Harishchandragad – Kaladgad – Katrabai Pass – Ratangad – Sandhan Valley – Karoli Ghat
Region: Malshej ghat - Mula
Grade: Medium
Endurance level: High
Max. Participants : Only 10
Previous Trekking Experience is Mandatory.
Harishchandragad – 4500 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Harishchandragad is a hill fort in the Ahmednagar region of India. Its history is linked with that of Malshej Ghat. Great sage changdev (one who created the epic “Tatvasaar”), is used to meditate in 14th century. The caves are from the same period. The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the Harishchandreshwar temple and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort belongs to the medieval period, since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath. The Marathas captured it in 1747.
Kaladgad – 3200 feet above MSL (Approx)
This Hill fort is located between right angle of well spreaded Harishchandragad Hill in Dist Ahmednagar. This fort is located south of Pethechi Wadi village. Many call it Shiva Lingam and Nandi combo, as it looked like that.
Katrabai: A Mountain Pass – 4300 feet above MSL (Approx)
The most important pass on Trans Sahyadri trek. This pass is known for passage between Ratangad and Harishchandragad. This pass gives an excellent 360° view of the area.
Ratangad: 4250 feet above MSL (Approx)
The fort is origin for the river Pravara / Amrutvahini . The Bhandardara dam is built on this river. Ratangad has a natural rock peak with a cavity in it at the top which is called 'Nedhe' or 'Eye of the Needle'; formed by natural erosion, it is big enough to accommodate a group of ten people and the view of the entire region from here is absolutely amazing.
Schedule :
On 1st October 2014 catch Kasara Local from the respective Stations :
CST :- 10:50 PM
Byculla :- 10:57 PM
Dadar :- 11:04 PM
Kurla :- 11:12 PM
Ghatkopar :- 11 :17 PM
Mulund :- 11 : 27 PM
Thane :- 11 : 36 PM
Dombivali :- 11:54 PM
Kalyan :- 12:03 AM
Kasara :- 01:18 AM
If you miss this train you will miss the trek.
Day 1 2nd October 2014 Harishchandragad
Day 2 3rd October 2014 Kaladgad
Day 3 4th October 2014 Katrabai Pass
Day 4 5th October 2014 Ratangad
Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:
Ticket to Kasara from your respective station.
Haversack (with rain cover) to put in everything to be carried for the trek
Lunch for the day 1 ( Compulsory )
Bedding for the night stay may be a mat or sleeping bag
Water - 4 liters at least
Extra clothes, Towel / Napkin
Wind cheater / Rain cheater
Wear good quality sport shoes / floaters
Personal medicine required if any
Identity Proof
Camera with extra batteries
Something to munch on (Toffees, Chocolate, Chikki, Biscuits etc.)
Wrap everything in the plastic bag to protect from rain
Rules And Regulations –
Alcohol and smoking will strictly not be permitted on the event and would lead to expulsion from the event on the spot.
The Leaders decision will be final and binding on all members. No arguments will be entertained.
It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group.
In the event of any Mishap/Eventuality, SA-HI and/or its Leaders will not be held responsible.
Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
Please do not litter, we strongly believe in the saying, “Leave only Footprints, Take back only Memories”
Cost: 2000 Rs. Only
Registration:
For registration, kindly transfer Rs. 2000/- per head
You have to make the payment in following bank account :
1. Name of Account Holder : Ashish Vinayak Sakhare
2. Bank name : ICICI Bank
3. Bank account number : 074001503072
4. Bank branch name : Near Sion Hospital, Sion (E)
5. IFSC code for bank : ICIC0000740
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Ashish - 9049018085
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