Posted: 15 Oct 2014 09:29 PM PDT Description WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB,PUNEREG.NO.MH/1479/2013/PUNEWTA CLUB ,PUNE (7th VISIT TO VASOTA & NAGESHWAR CAVE )TREK INFO:VASOTA FORT (3842ft)Hill FortDist: Satara ,MaharashtraVasota stands tall amidst the dense evergreen forests of the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary and will mesmerize you with its beauty.Each contour of the Vasota hills enhances its beauty many times over. A trek through this dense forest is an exciting and thrilling experience.ONE NEED TO HIRE A BOAT FROM BAMNOLI AND AFTER PLEASANT BOATING OF 1 AND HALF HOUR THE ACTUAL TREK STARTS.Situated on the western edge of the Satara District Vasota is covered in dense forest all the way through. With panoramic view of the shiv saagar lake on the eastern sife and the konkan plains on the west and surrounded by the river Koyna Vasota makes a special treat for trekkers.There are two forts, juna Vasota and navin Vasota. juna Vasota on top of babukada - the second tallest cliff in Maharashtra is not accessible. There are two entrances to the navin Vasota one of which is in a dilapidated state as of now and the fort can be entered through only the second entrance.. Read more |
Posted: 15 Oct 2014 11:19 AM PDT Dear Friends we invite you all for Bike Ride to Bamnoli Lake and Camping on 1st & 2nd Nov 2014. Bamnoli Lake Bamnoli famous for its natural beauty, is a major tourist attraction located in the Satara District of Maharashtra at distances of about 36 kms from Satara City and 20 kmd from Kaas Lake. Bamnoli is a village situated on the banks of Shivsagar Lake, which is a backwater lake in the vicinity of Koyna Dam, constructed on River Koyna. Information About the ride:Its a ride and camping at Bamnoli LakeTented accomodationRoute Mumbai-Panvel-Lonavla-Pune-Satara-BamnoliDistance Total 640Kms Detailed plan is below : Day 1 Meeting at Kalamboli Mc Donald Sharp at 5.00 amIntroduction RoundBreakfast near PuneReach Bamnoli Lake.Lunch at BamnoliExploration of surrounding place .Camping and stay in tents near Bamnoli LakeDay off. Day 2Wake up 7.00RefreshBreakfast and TeaFun time near lake or can Explore surrounding places.Start return journeyLunch near kaas plateauEvening teaReach Mumbai around 9.30 pm There will be Trekkers joining us Saturday morning , so we will have Trekkers and Riders together for camping and trek. .. Read more |
Posted: 15 Oct 2014 11:16 AM PDT Dear Friends we invite you all for Jungle Trek to Vasota and Lake Side Camping on 1st and 2nd Nov 2014 (Leaving 31st Oct 2014 Friday night). Bamnoli lake Bamnoli famous for its natural beauty, is a major tourist attraction located in the Satara District of Maharashtra at distances of about 36 kms from Satara City and 20 kmd from Kaas Lake. Bamnoli is a village situated on the banks of Shivsagar Lake, which is a backwater lake in the vicinity of Koyna Dam, constructed on River Koyna.Vasota fort Vasota Fort (also called Vyaghragad) is located in Satara district in the Indian State of Maharashtra. Vasota fort is attributed to the Kolhapur Shilahara Raja Bhoja II (1178–1193) of Panhala. Vasota always remained with Marathas, Shirkes & Mores in 16th century & then incorporated in Swarajya by Shivaji Maharaj in 1655 during the conquest of Javli. Shivaji Maharaj named the fort "Vyaghragad" (Vyaghra – means tiger) owing to its difficult natural defense. After Shivaji Maharaj, the brave Maratha Bajirao Peshwa carried on the Swarajya mission of ousting the Mughal invaders from our country. In 1818 however, British bombarded the fort with heavy artillery thereby destroying many buildings on Vasota (Chandika mandir, Daru-kothar, etc.) &.. Read more |
Posted: 15 Oct 2014 07:15 AM PDT Please read the trek plan carefully and carry all the necessary items mentioned below.The ultimate challenge awaits You, but Are You Ready? Some Info about the Mountain:Located at the center of the Matheran Mountain range, stands the beautiful rock massif of Chanderi having an altitude of approximately 790 m. It is such a beautiful yet mighty hill and rightly deserves to be called the Queen of the range. It would be exciting to step out in the night and do this trek.Travel will be by local train / private vehicles.No. Of Seats: Max 12 participants.Grade: Moderate-difficult.Cost Rs. 500/- (includes Trek charges, breakfast, refreshments, travel between Vangani and base village)Registrations strictly by phone call only!(Merely Clicking on "Going" will not be considered at all.)Tentative Trek Plan:. Read more |
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