Posted: 09 May 2015 08:52 PM PDT

Some Information about the Event:Region:-Garhwal, Uttarakhand,Grade:- easyMax Altitude:-3700 m.Approx trekking:- 25 km.------------------------------------------------------------------------------The trek over the Kuari Pass was the route followed by Shipton and Tilman on their way to the Rishi Gorge and by other mountaineers en route to the peaks on the Indo-Tibetan border. It is also called the Curzon Trail, as the famous former Viceroy of India also travelled this route. The trail was named after Lord Curzon who was a keen trekker and it is said that the path was specially improved so that he could do the trek. The crossing of the pass is a fitting conclusion to a trek that takes in three lesser passes and five major rivers - the Pindar, Kaliganga, Mandakini, Bheriganga and the Dhauliganga.You get truly spectacular views of the Himalayas - Trishul (23,496 ft/7,120 m) o Kedarnath (22,994 ft/6,968 m), Kamet's pyramid of granite (25,595 ft/7,756 m), Nilkanth (21,767 ft/6,596 m), the square-topped summits of Gori Parbat and Hathi Parbat, Badrinath, the icy crest of Dunagiri, Rishikot, Changabang (22,651 ft/6,864 m), Kedarnath and Chowkhamba (23,522 ft/7,128 m) and the legendary twin peaks of Nanda Devi, (25,643 ft/7,740 m), surrounded by an awesome 19,800-foot (6,000 m) wall which forms a sanctuary.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------The itinerary for the event will be as follows:Day 00: 13 th Nov:Meeting Point: Mumbai Central at 9.00 pmStart from Mumbai by Golden Temple Express by 9.30 pmDay 01: 14 th Nov:Reach Nizzamuddin by 6.35 pmTravel till New Delhi Railway stn.. Board Delhi Dehradun Express from Delhi at 23.55Day 03: Haridwar – Arrival Joshimath [1875 m] -270 kms – Minimum 10 hrs by road(1875m) via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag and Nandprayag, the most famous confluences of Garhwal Himalayas. Lunch en route, Arrival at Joshimath by evening. Day 04 : Joshimath - Auli – Tali (3000 M.) -14 kms by road and 12 kms T... Read more

Posted: 09 May 2015 08:50 PM PDT

Some Information about the Event:Region:-Garhwal, Uttarakhand,Grade:- easyMax Altitude:-3700 m.Approx trekking:- 25 km.------------------------------------------------------------------------------The trek over the Kuari Pass was the route followed by Shipton and Tilman on their way to the Rishi Gorge and by other mountaineers en route to the peaks on the Indo-Tibetan border. It is also called the Curzon Trail, as the famous former Viceroy of India also travelled this route. The trail was named after Lord Curzon who was a keen trekker and it is said that the path was specially improved so that he could do the trek. The crossing of the pass is a fitting conclusion to a trek that takes in three lesser passes and five major rivers - the Pindar, Kaliganga, Mandakini, Bheriganga and the Dhauliganga.You get truly spectacular views of the Himalayas - Trishul (23,496 ft/7,120 m) o Kedarnath (22,994 ft/6,968 m), Kamet's pyramid of granite (25,595 ft/7,756 m), Nilkanth (21,767 ft/6,596 m), the square-topped summits of Gori Parbat and Hathi Parbat, Badrinath, the icy crest of Dunagiri, Rishikot, Changabang (22,651 ft/6,864 m), Kedarnath and Chowkhamba (23,522 ft/7,128 m) and the legendary twin peaks of Nanda Devi, (25,643 ft/7,740 m), surrounded by an awesome 19,800-foot (6,000 m) wall which forms a sanctuary.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------The itinerary for the event will be as follows:Day 00: 13 th Nov:Meeting Point: Mumbai Central at 9.00 pmStart from Mumbai by Golden Temple Express by 9.30 pmDay 01: 14 th Nov:Reach Nizzamuddin by 6.35 pmTravel till New Delhi Railway stn.. Board Delhi Dehradun Express from Delhi at 23.55Day 03: Haridwar – Arrival Joshimath [1875 m] -270 kms – Minimum 10 hrs by road(1875m) via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag and Nandprayag, the most famous confluences of Garhwal Himalayas. Lunch en route, Arrival at Joshimath by evening. Day 04 : Joshimath - Auli – Tali (3000 M.) -14 kms by road and 12 kms T... Read more

Posted: 09 May 2015 08:43 PM PDT

------------------------------------------------------------------- Information about the event:Type: Hill FortHeight: 3000 Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: EasyRegion: LonavalaBase Village: Tungwadi / Peth ShahapurTung: also known as "Kathingad" is located in the Lonavala region and offers a commanding view of the Pavna Dam. The fort was built with the intention of keeping a watch over the Bhor Ghats and the Pavna region. This was one of the forts handed over to the Mughals according to the Treaty of Purandar.Not much is known about the origin of this fort. In 1657, Shivaji Maharaj took hold of this fort alongwith other forts in the vicinity viz; Tung, Tikona, Lohgad, Visapur. In 1818, the Marathas fought gallantly against the British Army for three days but the fort had to be surrendered. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:21st Jun 2015 Meeting point at lonavala @9.15 am Mumbai People : Catch early Train to reach lonavala.Pune People : Come by local train----------------------------------------------------------@9.30 Breakfast at the LonavalaReach Base Village 10.30AMStart our trek by 10:30 amReach the Top, Lunch, Explore n Descend.Reach the base till 4:30 pm.Evening Refreshments @ LonavalaStart the return journey, reaching Mumbai by 8.00 pm tentatively.The cost for the trek is Rs 450/- per headInclusions:Breakfast and Evening RefreshmentsSPR Expertise---------------------------------------------------------------------Payment details:For Registrations, call or email us on:SPR Giriratna Team: 9920360336, 9769641488mail id: shilpachimad@gmail.comLimited seats, entry on first come first served basis.Things to Be carried: Identity proof (Must),Lunch for the day,water bottle(Must)Camera (Optional),Cap etc,Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),Good trekking shoes, extra pair of clothes, socks. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Please visi... Read more

Posted: 09 May 2015 08:36 PM PDT

Type: Wild life / Photography / Safari------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is the pristine and unique eco-system situated in the Chandrapur district of the Maharashtra State of India. The Reserve contains some of the best of forest tracks and endowed with rich biodiversity. It is famous for its natural heritage. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is the second Tiger Reserve in the State. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger reserve was created in 1995. The area of the Reserve is 625.40 sq. km. This includes Tadoba National Park, created in 1955 with an area of 116.55 sq. km. and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary created in 1986 with an area of 508.85 sq. km. The Reserve is constituted with 577.96 sq. km. Reserve Forest, 32.51 sq. km. Protected Forest and 14.93 sq. km. other areas.------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cost: Rs.10750/- Per PersonAccount Details:Name: Rajendra JadhavBank: HDFC Ltd.Account No: 50100091005091IFSC code: HDFC0000814Branch : Thane Ghodbander RoadMail id: shilpachimad@gmail.comPlease mail us with name,contact number, ID proof once you done booking.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:17th Jun : Leave for Chandrapur by Sewagram Express, Trn No.12139 at 3:00 pm from CSTM18th JunPick from Chandrapur stationLunch at Hotel/ResortAfternoon Jungle Safari.Dinner 19th Jun: Early Morning 2nd Jungle Safari, Breakfast once back Lunch @2PM. After Lunch Leave for 3rd Jungle Safari. evening snacks T /cofee, Dinner Group Discussion/ Fun activities20th Jun : Morning Breakfast Start Journey for Anandvan by Private vehicleExplore AnandvanLunch @12PM Post Lunch Leave For Hemalkasa.stay at Hemalkasa21th Jun Brekafast , Explore HemalkassaLunchDrop to Nagpur/chandrapur station by 5PM22th Jun: Reach Mumbai -----------------------------------------------------------------------------Inclusions:*. P... Read more

Posted: 09 May 2015 06:31 AM PDT

Dear Riders,   Bringing you the new routes & destinations, we at TMI Riders, invite you to Ride to Saputara, Gujarat on 27th and 28th June' 2015. Some information about the ride: Destination: Saputara, Gujarat Route:  Thane – Nasik – Saputara – Valsad - Thane Total Distance: 600 kms approx. Meeting Point: Teen Hath Naka, Thane West at 06:00 am on 27th June' 2015.   Saputara hill station is perched on a plateau in the Dang forest area of the Sahyadri range at an altitude of about 1000 m. (*Image Courtesy XBHP) Saputara means the 'Abode of Serpents' and a snake image on the banks of the river Sarpagana is worshiped by the Adivasis on Holi. Saputara has been developed as a planned hill resort with all the necessary amenities like hotels, parks, swimming pools, boat club, theaters, ropeways and a museum to ensure an enjoyable holiday in the cool of the hill. Excursions from Saputara can be made to the wild life sanctuary in the Mahal Bardipara forest, 60 km. from here and to Gira Waterfalls 52 km away.   This picturesque bike ride is also a delight for photographers. Vansda National Park, spread across an area of 23.99 sq km, is around 40 km away from Saputara. This small and beautiful national park became a protected area in April 1979. (*all the images are sourced from internet, we do not claim any rights over them) The itinerary fof the ride will be as Follows: Day 1, 27thJune: Meeting point: Teen Haath Naka, Thane at 6.00 am  > Start riding by 6.30 am> Breakfast near Shahapur>Ride to Saputara.. Visit Saptashringi Devi Temple at Vani.. >Hotel Check-in.. Visit local site-seeing at Saputara Lake, Gira Water-falls, Botanical garden, Sunset Point etc as time permits..>Campfire n stay in Saputara Day 2, 28thJune:> Morning breakfast followed by site-seeing>Visit Vansda Forest via Jungle trail.>Lunch En-route>Post Lunch return Journey> Reach Thane approx by 9 pm COST: The Costing of the event will be on Actuals.  TMI Ride... Read more