Escape the Mumbai heat to the cooler climes of Pavana. Imagine a gorgeous campsite at the foot of the Tikona Fort, overlooking the expanse of the Pavana Lake and Pavana Valley. This weekend is all about enjoying the pleasant weather, soaking in your beautiful surroundings and digging into some seriously delicious barbeque. There will be yummy options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. If you're coming with friends or traveling solo, food is a uniting factor and you will return with new friends (and a full stomach!). So bring something warm to wear, comfortable shoes and most importantly, your appetite! Trip essence:- Learn how to marinate and grill barbecues (both veg and non-veg)- Tea time at Pavana lake (Chai and biscuits and a beautiful sunset) - Photo walk in the nearby village - Camping at the foot of Fort Tikona overlooking Pavana Valley- Trekking and enjoy a hike to Fort Tikona Stay overlooking the Pavana valley:This beautiful campsite offers a comfortable camping experience with unforgettable views. Each high quality adventure tent accommodates two and comes with sleeping gear. There are enough number of clean and hygienic washrooms (western), changing rooms and bathrooms at the campground (Shared). There is also a tuck shop (run by local villagers) where you can buy things like - packaged water, cold drinks, packaged snacks and other basic utilities. But the best thing about the stay is the view you will wake up with. Travel Itinerary 11.30 AM: Start from Mumbai 2.30 PM: Lunch (en route) 4.30 PM: Reach Pavana Dam (Chai and biscuits will be served at the dam) 6.00 PM: Reach the campsite 7.30 PM: Learn how to marinate and grill your own BBQ 10.00 PM: Dinner will be served Rest of the evening is at leisure. Listen to travel stories from travelers around the bonfire or tune in to some old day songs, play fun board games or just gaze at the stars and be lost. Wake up early, catch the beautiful sunrise, visit the nearby villages or make conversations with ... Read more

Most Thrilling trek in Maharashtra : Harishchandragad via Nalichi wat on 20 & 21 June 2015 Website link: http://wildtrekadventure.com/trek-to-the-sky-harishchandragad-via-nalichi-vaat/ Fort: Harishchandragad Type: Hill fort Height: 4671ftGrade: Hard Endurance: Tough Harishchandragad Situated On The Boundaries Of Three Districts Namely Pune,A.Nagar & Thane Can Be Trek Down From Number Of Routes .Khireshwar Tolar Khind Route & Pachnai Route Are The Two Normally Used Routes . While Junnar Darwaja & Nalichi Vaat Route Are The Route Rarely Used. Among These All Route NALICHI VAAT  Route Is The Toughest One.Nalichi Vaat Route Covered With Monster Size Loose Rocks .On This Route There Are ThreeMAJOR Rock Patches Are Involved Makes This Trek Most Demanding Trek In Maharashtra. Places To Visit:Scaling Down Harishchandragad From Nalichi Vaat Itself Is Big Thrill. View Of Harishchandragad Kokankada From Base Village Valivhare Is One Of The Best View In Sahyadri.From Here One Can Easily Spot Naptha ,Ghodishep,Rohidas,Naneghat Panorama. Along With This We Are Going To Visit Following Places On Fort. History The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas (ancient scriptures) like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana and Skandapurana include many references about Harishchandragad. Its origin is said to have been in 6th century, during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. The citadel was built during this era. The various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century. In these caves are idols of Lord Vishnu. Though the cliffs are named Taramati and Rohidas, they are not related to Ayodhya. Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic "Tatvasaar"), used to meditate here in 14th century. The caves are from the same period. The various constructions on the fort and those existing the surrounding region point to the existence of diverse cultures here. The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the... Read more

Dear Friends we invite you all for Midnight cycling event to Bandstand carter juhu beach on 23 may 2015.(Saturday Night) 30 Kms. Go Green With MumbaiRangers Say no to Pollution Ride A Cycle Be Healthy. Here we will see Night life of Mumbai again But on Cycle this time.So come Be a part of it and Enjoy it to the fullest.Ride to the beautiful costal route of Mumbai on cycle. Some Information about the Cycle Ride Category : Cycling Level : Easy Duration : 1 Night Saturday night 10:00 pm to Sunday early morning 5:00 Am. Total Ride of approximately 30 Kms. Disclaimer :- 1. No midway back out during the ride if you want you can drop the cycles on starting point on your own expenses. 2. There might be alteration in the route as per the situation. Itinerary for the Cycle Ride: Meeting Point Bandra Station (West) Near ticket counter, 10 Oclock Sharp. Allocation of Cycles at 10.15 Ride will Start around 10.30 sharp Starting Point: Bandra Hill RD Lilavati Hospital Mount Marry church Bandra Band stand Carter Rd Pali hill Zig Zag Rd Juhu Beach Back to Bandra Hill Rd Ride Ends Around 5 oclock Early morning. Tour Concludes with Happy Memories :) Tour Cost : Rs 650/- per person Inclusions: 1. Cycle Rental 2. Refreshments on tour (Energy Drink Energy Bar Banana Tea) 3. First Aid 4. Expertise Charges For Registration call us:Amit Bhadouria: 9819299164/7045655654Nishant Sheth : 8879418581Registration accepted only through phone call.. Things to carry: -Identity Proof (Mandatory)A Water Bottle (Mandatory)Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)A backpack to put all these thingsPlease avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.All participants are requested to wear comfortable clothes for cycling and avoid wearing pants which are loose on bottom. Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs, Narcotics and any kind of intoxication, firearms and gambling strictly prohibited.Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, "When you go to the mountain leave only your footprints ... Read more

Join us for the the ultimate fun of bike ride through one of the best places in the best season as TMi Riders organizes one day Bike / Car Ride to Tamhini Ghats on 4th July' 2015.Event Details:Type: Bike RideGrade: Medium (as it might Rain)Route: Panvel - Pen - Kolad - Tamhini - Lonavala - PanvelTotal Distance: 260 Kms app. Itinerary: Meeting Point : Kalamboli McDonald @ 6.30 am on 4th July' 2015.Ride to Pen till 8.00 amPune People can join us here.Have Breakfast Near Kolad and Ride further till Tamhini Ghats Enjoy nature, and photographyRide further to Lonavala.Ride off roads to Tungarli dam for Swimming (if time permits)Back to LonavalaRide back towards Mumbai / Pune.   COST: The Costing of the event will be on Actuals.  TMI Riders will initially pay for the food and accommodation of all the participants which will be equally divided among every member including leaders.   Expertise Charges: Every member of the ride will be charged INR 300 as expertise.Expected Expenses: INR 1200 per person (excluding Petrol/ Maintenance) Petrol and Maintenance cost should be settled by the bike owner and the person accompanying him.   Pillion Assistance: TMI Riders will provide info about a willing participant who can accompany you, and share the expenses. this depends on availability of such willing participants.)   Payment Details: One needs to deposit advance payment of INR 300 (Non-Refundable) into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. ICICI Current Account No: 148805000123 Name: Trek Mates Outbound Services Pvt. Ltd. IFS code: ICIC0001488 Branch: Kalwa, Thane   Once payment is done , please send an email to trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number, Bike number, Driving License Number, Complete Address, Emergency Name & Contact No.   For Registrations, call us on Trek Mates Office: +91 8422 888 006 | 007 | 008 Email id: trekmates@gmail.com   Limited seat... Read more