Posted: 07 Oct 2014 05:09 AM PDT

Celebrate Diwali a week earlier.The Blueberry Trails has planned a special pre-Diwali getaway, to Khopoli. The lovely home of the Nairs await us. And we are going to built diyas at a local potters, make rangoli, visit the local river, and the village. Share our pot lock of Diwali sweets with villagers at the Adivasi hamlet close by. Goodness and light is the agenda , for this weekend getaway . A Curated stay at Khopoli;Elegant rustic cottages overlooking a valley, it's a perfect hideout for those looking to get away from the city. Phone signals are weak, but it helps in making a whole lot of new connections with yourself and those around you. Cottages tastefully designed by Beena and her husband Viinod, have an old world charm to it, and will remind you of your time spend in the mountains of north India. Each cottage comes with its own toilet attached. 4-5 people could easily be accommodated in these cottages. . Read more

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 04:12 AM PDT

The Youth Hikers: Konkan Tour (Scuba Diving Special) on 31st October to 2nd November 2014 Hello Friends, Welcome in the family of The Youth Hikers…. We have organize once again Konkan Tour (Scuba Diving Special) on on 31st October to 2nd November 2014. This is Great opportunity for photographers, Sea lovers and adventure lovers!! After the rain ends, all of kokan looks like newly born, child of mother earth, sea is full of clean waters, plenty of sunlight, mouthwatering sea food,!! We will explore the beautiful Malvan Area, during our two days visit!! We will be covering, most beautiful part of konkan beaches, and some water activities with Scuba Diving!!!Malvan : Malvan is a town in Sindhudurg District, the southernmost district of Maharashtra. This culturally and historically important town is a Taluka place in Sindhudurg District. . Read more

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 03:47 AM PDT

Can You Feel The Heat? The rains may have receded, but the trekker spirit is alive and he is hungry for some more exploration! So, we at OUR NEXT TREK bring you yet another amazing opportunity to experience the beauty of nature! This time around we have planned a simple trek to Fort Kothaligad. Some Info about the Trek:Kothaligad is an interesting funnel shaped hill in the vicinity of Bhimashankar Mountain Range, though it is detached from the main mountain range. A village called Peth is situated on the plateau at its base, hence commonly we trekkers refer it to as Peth Fort also. There is a huge cave on the way up. An amazing feature about this fort is a rock staircase next to the cave. It is carved out through the inside of the hill and brings you out on its small top. So come on, let's explore the unexplored. Travel will be by local train / private vehicles.No. Of Seats: Max 20 participants.Grade: Easy-Moderate.Cost Rs. 300/- (includes Trek charges, breakfast, refreshments, travel between Neral and base village) Registrations strictly by phone call only! Tentative Trek Plan:We'd be boarding the last men's compartment (Mumbai CST side) of the below train.  Read more

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 12:35 AM PDT

YASHWANTI ADVENTURESORGANISESTREK TO GORAKHGAD ON 11TH OCTOBER 2014 TO 12TH OCTOBER 2014. About the Fort:- Gorakhgad is a small fort at Dehri village near Murbad. Named after Saint Goraknath, the fort is at a height of 2150 ft above sea level. It is located in Murbad region, on the extended range of Bhimashankar mountains. No major battle is recorded to have taken place here.Two spectacular pinnacles can be seen from Dehri – the smaller one is Machchindragad and the bigger one Gorakhgad.  Read more

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:55 AM PDT

A walk in the woods of Matheran with Tattva and Eco Buddies...Away from the hustle bustle of the city. Matheran has amazing wildlife . A golden opportunity for Nature Lovers, Bird Watchers and specially Photographers.POSSIBLE SIGHTINGSThe group will be able to learn about reptiles and amphibians. Bamboo Pit Viper, Vine Snake, Cat Snake are commonly seen snakes on the trail. Amphibians like cricket frog, wrinkled frog, fungoid frog, tree frog, bush frog and many Indian Toad etc can be seen. The trail will start from Dasturi (parking area), Matheran between 11.00 to 12 :00. We will scan the surrounding area for reptiles and amphibians - should conclude at Dasturi around 3-4 AM. Mumbai CST 7:47 PMByculla 7:54 PM Dadar 8:01 PMKurla 8:09 PMGhatkopar 8:14 PMMulund 8:25 PMThane 8:29 PMDombivili 8:42 PMKalyan 8:49 PMNeral 9:26 PMCost of the trek - 400 includes Travelling from Neral to Neral Read more

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:47 AM PDT

We have arranged a  Kokan tour, on 31st October to 2nd November 2014.. Enjoy the freshness of Kokan with Vibes Outdoors,Great opportunity for photographers, Sea lovers and adventure lovers !!After the rain ends, all of kokan looks like newly born, child of mother earth, sea is full of clean waters, plenty of sunlight, mouthwatering sea food,!!We will explore the beautiful Malvan Area, during our two days visit !!We will be covering, most beautiful part of konkan beaches, and some water activities with Scuba Diving !!! Read more