We at Trek Mates India invite you to Twin Treks to Khanderi and Underi island sea forts near Alibaug on 4th January 2015, Sunday
Some information about the trek:
Fort : Khanderi and Underi
Type : Island Sea Forts
District : Alibaug
Level : Easy
The Island Sea forts of Khanderi and Underi are located three kms. in the sea near Thal. The two early notices of Khanderi in 1538 of the Portuguese Viceroy Dorn Joao da Castro and 1674 of John Fryer, refer to it as uninhabited island.
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In August 1679, Shivaji occupied the islands ant oversaw the construction of a fortification, wall. The British attempted to claim the islands 'for the Crown' and oust Shivaji failed miserably and this was followed by Janjira Siddi to unseat the Marathas but followed suit. All attempts by the British and the Siddi to capture Khanderi - Underi, forts did not fructify till 1750, but finally it was ceded to the British in 1818 "as part of the Peshwa territory". And currently the Khanderi Fort is under Bombay Port trust administration.Permission of the Bombay port trust is necessary to visit the fort by mans of o boat.
District : Alibaug
Level : Easy
The Island Sea forts of Khanderi and Underi are located three kms. in the sea near Thal. The two early notices of Khanderi in 1538 of the Portuguese Viceroy Dorn Joao da Castro and 1674 of John Fryer, refer to it as uninhabited island.
In 1687, Light House on the Island was built by the British which still stands. Even today, there is a temple Of Vetal and the Tomb of Daud Pir both of which are worshipped by the local fishermen community.
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Khanderi is a fortified island 20 km off the coast of Mumbai. This along with its sister fort Underi formed the major fortification along the Mumbai coast. This was built by Shivaji in 1660 to keep a check on the Siddis at Murud-Janjira fort. However later on it lost its importance. Most of the fort is still intact the most prominent structure is a lighthouse built in 1837. It can only be accessed with the permission of the Bombay Port Trust.
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Khanderi is a fortified island 20 km off the coast of Mumbai. This along with its sister fort Underi formed the major fortification along the Mumbai coast. This was built by Shivaji in 1660 to keep a check on the Siddis at Murud-Janjira fort. However later on it lost its importance. Most of the fort is still intact the most prominent structure is a lighthouse built in 1837. It can only be accessed with the permission of the Bombay Port Trust.
Underi (also called Jaidurg) is a fortified island near the mouth of Mumbai harbour south of Prong's Lighthouse. It is a companion fort to Khanderi and currently lies in Raigad district, Maharashtra. These islands of Khanderi and Underi served as one of the landmarks for ships entering Mumbai harbour. Underi is smaller than Khanderi and nearly circular. It was built by Kahim of the Siddis in 1680.
(* Photos are sourced from internet. we do not claim any rights on them)
The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Meeting point for Mumbai People: On 04th January, Sunday Morning
The charges for the trek will be Rs 1300/- per head, which includes
which include:
Travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai by Private Non AC Vehicle.
Meeting Point : Pickup Point : Pritam Hotel , Dadar East @ 06.00 am
Pickup Point : Chembur Diamond Garden @ 06:15 am
Pikcup Point : Vashi Below Main Bridge @ 06:30 am
Pikcup Point : Vashi Below Main Bridge @ 06:30 am
Reach Thal & Breakfast.
Reach Khanderi and Underi by Ferry.
Start Trek Underi & then Khanderi
Lunch at Khanderi.
Post Lunch return to Thal.
Start our return journeyEvening Tea/Coffee on the way.
Reach Khanderi and Underi by Ferry.
Start Trek Underi & then Khanderi
Lunch at Khanderi.
Post Lunch return to Thal.
Start our return journeyEvening Tea/Coffee on the way.
Start our Return Journey to Mumbai.
Reach Mumbai by 9:30 - 10pm (Depend on the Traffic)
Reach Mumbai by 9:30 - 10pm (Depend on the Traffic)
Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (must)
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) Compulsory
A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) Compulsory
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.
Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.
Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
The charges for the trek will be Rs 1300/- per head, which includes
which include:
Travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai by Private Non AC Vehicle.
Boat Charges. (Khanderi / Underi Island)
Breakfast , Lunch and Evening Tea / Coffee
TMI Expertise Charges.
Breakfast , Lunch and Evening Tea / Coffee
TMI Expertise Charges.
Note : Registrations through phone calls only (Do send sms if calls are not attended).
Payment details:
One needs to pay Rs 1000 as advance at the time of booking. (Non Refundable)
Account Details
Bank Name: ICICI Bank
Account ID: 123801501755
Account Type: Savings Bank Account
2Account name: MANOJ KALWAR
Branch: MUMBAI-ANDHERI W E HIGHWAY
IFSC code: ICIC0001238
2Account name: MANOJ KALWAR
Branch: MUMBAI-ANDHERI W E HIGHWAY
IFSC code: ICIC0001238
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Last but not the least, Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.
Medical Disclaimer: It is most essential to be fit and fine before heading for trekking. While planning your trekking trip, it is preferable to have a medical fitness check up done. If suffering from any kind of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, sever headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes etc should seek their physicians advice before coming.
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