Posted: 08 Jun 2015 12:40 AM PDT

Hidden Paradise on Earth… ZANSKAR VALLEY About the Tour :Zanskar is known as one of the most isolated trans himalayan valleys lies to the south-west of Leh. The area of the zanskar valley is about 5150 sq kms and on height of about 13,000fts. This area is closed and inaccessible for more then six – seven months in a year due to heavy snow fall in winter. Zanskar Valley is known for its high ranges, fine gompas, happy people and amazing landscapes.This is one of least traveled destination in the world and hence, we at Mumbai Travellers invites all the hardcore travellers to visit this very offbeat destination in India. Outing Dates : 15th- 23rd August 2015 Category: Special ToursDuration: 08 Nights / 09 Days Itinerary: Day 01 : Mumbai – SrinagarArrive at Srinagar airport and transfer to the hotel. Evening enjoy Shikara Ride at Dal Lake. Overnight at Srinagar (Hotel) Day 02 : SrinagarPost breakfast…head out for full day local sight seeing, visit the famous Nishad, Shalimar Garden & Chashma Shahi followed by Pari Mahal, post lunch visit the famous Shankarcharya Temple & Hazratbal mosque. Overnight at Srinagar Day 03 : Srinagar – KargilPost breakfast check out and proceed to Kargil via Zojila pass with enroute stopovers at Sonamarg & Drass ( War Memorial). Overnight at Kargil. Day 04 : Kargil – RangdumCheck out, proceed to Rangdum (138 km )….en route enjoy the natural beauty along the way to villages Sankoo, Panikar & Parkachik with stopover at the rock carved statue of Future Buddha ( Maitrey ) at Kartse Khar ( Royal Palace ) in Rangdum, Overnight at Rangdum (Camp Site). Day 05 : Rangdum – PadumPost breakfast check out and proceed to Padum (74 Kms), en route visit the famous Rangdum Gompa, avid photographers would enjoy clicking photographs of Drang Drung glacier, lakes around Penzila & wildlife including Marmots on the way before joining up with Stod river, Overnight at (Padum). Day 06 : PadumPost breakfast, proceed for a full day local sight seei... Read more

Posted: 08 Jun 2015 12:06 AM PDT

About:Fort: Lohgad.Region: Lonavla.Height: 3400 ftGrade: EasyHistory:Lohagad "Iron fort" is one of the many hill forts of Chatrapati Shivaji. It divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavna of the Sahyadris range. The Visapur fort is located on its eastern side. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. Historical records show that in the later Peshwa period, Nana Phadnavis (1742-1800 AD) built several structures in the fort.Your journey starts from LoanavalaPeople interested should board Indrayani express trainPlease purchase your ticket till Malavli station. & lets meet at Lonavala station. Train Timings for Indrayani ExpressCST 5:40 amDadar 5.51 amThane 6.14 amKalyan 6.35 amLonavla 8.00 amMove to Malavali by local train (8:10 am at Lonavala station platform no 3).One can also come from Pune. Please board the Pune Lonavala Local Train.Timings are as below:Pune Station 06:27 amShivaji Nagar 06:33 amMalavali Station 07:40 amTrek Schedule:08:25 Move 2 Bhaje village08:45 Bhaje Village, breakfast, tea09:30 Ascend visit Bhaje caves11:00 Lohgad Summit Exploration rest etc (2 hrs approx)13:30 Descend14:00 LohgadwadiLunch break15:00 move 2 Malavali Station17:00 Malavali Station refreshmentsFrom there to Lonavla / Pune by local train.Take train / bus to Mumbai.NOTE: ***** Carry one time meal (Lunch) for the trek. *****TreksandTrails recommends things to carry1. Haversack and sweater/wind cheater to keep hands free, water bottle 3lts.2. Ready to eat food, like plum cakes, chocolate bar, some snacks & biscuits etc.3. Camera (Optional), please avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)4. Electoral or Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder.5. Personal medicines. Please do not carry handbags or jolas for this trek.6. Good trekking shoes, Extra Pair of Clothes.7. Please carry your personal tea mugs, spoon and a small Swiss-knife.We shall be in Mumbai around 22:00 Hrs (Subjective) The cost of the Trek will be Rs. 500.00 per pers... Read more

Posted: 07 Jun 2015 11:27 PM PDT

About the Tour : Aranmula Boat Race, often known as Kerala Boat Festival is one of the glorious occasions of Kerala and is the unique feature of the backwaters of Kerala. Much famous all over the world, it has become the icon of Kerala and attracts of thousands of tourists to the state. A dramatic spectacle on the Pamba River in the Kuttanad region at Aranmula. The Aranmula Boat Race is held annually, often during September and is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival. The snake boats are about 100 feet long. The snake boats are so called because their curved stem resembles the hood of a snake and a tampering bow. During this occasion, all the boats are adorned with silk and golden glittery umbrellas and there is a crew of more than 100 men rowing the boat. Besides the speed, it is the graceful rhythmic movements of the boat and the oarsmen that look amazing. On the day of the race, people, both locals and travellers from far off places, flock the river bank to enjoy the race. Venturous spirits will ensure a better vantage point by climbing the nearby trees. As the sun comes straight on top of all gathered, boats in various categories like the chundan (snake boat), veppu, iruttu kuthi, churulan and others from nearby regions assemble at the starting point of the race. Among these boats, the snake boats with its fascinating being the largest sporting event in the world, snake boat race is often considered as the ultimate test of endurance, speed and skill. As the oarsmen set the pace of their boats with oars striking the placid waters of River Pamba. Outing Date : 27th August-01st September 2015 Category: Special ToursType : CulturalDuration: 5 Nights/6 Days Itinerary:Day 1:Arrive at Cochin. Pick up and transfer to the hotel at Cochin. After some relaxation proceed for a half day sightseeing tour to Cochin. Here visit to Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Jews Street, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Net and the Indo-Portuguese town. The evening time find for s... Read more

Posted: 07 Jun 2015 08:53 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Monsoon one day Trek to Mahuli Fort By Mumbai Rangers on 21 June 2015 Some Information about the fort:Type: Hill FortHeight: 2815 Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: MediumRegion: ThaneBase Village: Mahuli The creator of this fort is unknown. In 1485 this place came under rule Nijamshahi dynasty. When Shahaji Raje became the secretary of Nijamshahi, Mughals of Delhi tried to end Nijamshahi. In 1635-36, Shahaji Raje transferred himself with Jijabai and Shivaji Maharaj to Mahuli. When Khan Jaman attacked the fort, Shahaji asked Portuguese for help, who refused and Shahaji surrendered. Shivaji Maharaj took this fort from Mughals on 8 Jan 1658. In 1661 it was given back and was won again by Shivaji Maharaj. In treaty of Purandar, In 1665, Marathas lost these forts again. In Feb 1670, Shivaji Maharaj tried to conquer Mahuli, but failed, Manohardas Gaud, was the in charge of the fort. A thousand Marathas were killed. Manohardas Gaud, soon gave up his position and Alveerdi Beg took over. On 16 June 1670, after two months, Moropant Pingle conquered the forts and Mahuli, Bhandargad and Palasgad became part of Swarajya. Till 1817, Shivaji Maharaj's dynasty owned the fort but later on it was controlled by the British Raj. The itinerary for trek is: Meeting at : 08:09am Sunday at Asangaon Station. Train Timing: Asangaon slow local CST – 06:08 amByculla – 06:16 amDadar – 06:26 amKurla – 06:36 amGhatkopar – 06:42 amThane – 07:03 amDombivali – 07:25 amKalyan – 07:34 amTitwala - 07:47 amAsangaon- 08:09 am (If you miss the train you miss the trek so make sure you are on time to catch the train.)(Pls do not forget to take ur Local Train return ticket)… Tea & Breakfast at mahuli base villageIntroduction RoundStart Trek by 9:15 amHave Lunch & Start Descending by 2:00 pmReach Base village have evening snacks & Tea.Take Auto reach asangaon Railway StationReach Dadar by 7:30 or 8:00 Tentatively... Expenses for the Trek is 450 /- which inc... Read more

Posted: 07 Jun 2015 08:02 AM PDT

Hello friends, we are happy to invite you all for an exciting Monsoon trek to Kalavantini Durg on 28th June 2015.   Some Info about the Mountain: Kalavantini Durg also called "Kalavantini cha sulka" is a pinnacle adjoining the Fort of Prabalgad. During sunset, tourists from Matheran often get a beautiful view of this hill. The thrilling part of the climb is the rock-cut steps that lead to its top. In monsoon particularly, one gets the feel of climbing through the clouds, which makes this trek pretty exciting. A cave at its base is also worth exploring. The view from the top is amazing and we can view about 10-12 surrounding mountains, of course when the sky is clear.   Travel will be by public transport. No. Of Seats: Max 30 participants. Grade: Easy-Moderate. Cost: Rs. 350/- (includes tea and breakfast, travel between Panvel and base village, trek guidance)   Registrations strictly by phone call only!   Your seat will be booked only when we receive confirmation of the online payment. Please call on the below-mentioned number to know Bank Details for Funds Transfer.   (Merely Clicking on "Going" will not be considered at all.)   Tentative Trek Plan: Assembly: 6:45 am at Panvel Railway Station on Sunday, 28th of June 2015. (Panvel can be reached by train via Harbour Line or one can take a ST bus / NMMT bus from Dadar)   ** We won't be waiting for latecomers! **   After breakfast, we shall start journey for base village by ST bus or Auto.   9am: We start our trek after a round of introductions & Warm-up. The climb is gentle and it takes about an hour to reach the plateau on which Prabalgad-Kalavantini are situated. A tribal village called "Machi-Prabal" is located on this plateau. The final climb for the pinnacle starts from here.   At 12pm, we plan to have our lunch atop the pinnacle and start descending soon after. 4pm: Reach base and take the next ST or Auto for Panvel.   ** Trek ends **   Some Trek Rules: Climbing the Mountain is definitely an enjoyable advent... Read more

Posted: 07 Jun 2015 02:03 AM PDT

BHAGIRATH - NAKHINDA- PEB FORT TREK-11th-12th July 2015-Ayudh Adventures Dear all, Join us for this adventurous trek from nakhinda to peb fort. It is surrounded by beautiful sahyadri mountains like chanderi, haji malang, prabalgad, matheran, haashyachi patti, irshaalgad. The valley is also surrounded by waterfalls. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Grade: Hard (*Overweight / possessing high altitude fear / new trekkers are advised not to join this trek) Altitude: 2100 feet-2400 feet Duration: 2 Day, 1 night Trek Fees: 1250/- rs Includes: 2 breakfast, refreshments, 2 meals, traveling from Vangani to bedisgaon and anandwadi to Neral, guide and expertise charges Max Pax: 15 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Trek Itinerary:- 10th July, 2015 Departure by local train from CST-Vangani CST Dep: 2330 hours Dadar: 2348 hours 11th July, 2015 Thane: 0025 hours Dombivali: 0047 hours Vangani: 0124 hours Rest. 0530 hours: breakfast 0615 hours: move towards bhagirath waterfall (depending on rains) 0800 hours: start trek to nakhinda. 1200 hours: Reach Nakhind top, Lunch, rest. 1230 hours: start trek to Peb fort 1600 hours: Reach peb 1900 hours: Dinner, sleep 12th July, 2015 0600 hours wake-up 0630 hours breakfast 0730 hours start trek to anandwadi 1200 hours Lunch at anandwadi 1430 hours reach neral Return journey to Mumbai 1900 hours Reach Mumbai (Tentative) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Things to carry:- 1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried, do not carry any luggage in hands 2. Bottle of water (3 Ltr), lunch for a day 3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry 4. Bring Ample amount of snacks to eat like, dates, cucumber, carrot, fruits etc. Avoid oily snacks. ... Read more

Posted: 07 Jun 2015 01:52 AM PDT

KATALDHAR WATERFALL TREK - 5h July 2015 - Ayudh Adventures It's time to be amazed by the beauty of mother nature. The kataldhar waterfall trek is a small trek through calming scenes of landscapes, small water streams, beautiful valleys of Lonavala and love of Sahyadri. You will enjoy the huge kataldhar waterfall view along with rajmachi fort. Come join us to enjoy this beautiful waterfall. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Grade: Medium Duration: 1 day Trek Fees: 850/- rs Includes: Transportation from Borivali-Lonavla-Borivali, morning breakfast,evening tea, refreshments, Trek Guide and Expertise, first aid kit Max Pax: 25 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Trek Itinerary:- 4th July 2015: Report at 2250 hours at Borivali east station Departure to Lonavla by private vehical at 2300 hours 5th July 2015: Reach lonavla by 0345 hours, Rest Depart to Patel dam (1 hour journey) 0500 hours After breakfast start Descent trek to Kataldhar 0730 hours Lunch 1230 hours Ascent trek to lonavla 1330 hours Return journey to Mumbai 1630 hours Reach Mumbai 2100 hours (tentative) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Things to carry:- 1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried, do not carry any luggage in hands 2. Bottle of water (2 Ltr), Lunch for a day 3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry 4. Bring Ample amount of snacks to eat like, dates, cucumber, carrot, fruits etc. Avoid oily snacks. (Compulsory) 5. Torch with extra batteries (Compulsory) 6. Personal medicines, if any 7. Please carry Glocon-D, Electral to keep your body hydrated with salts (compulsory) 8. A good condition trekking shoes 9. a good Raincoat or a Poncho (avoid carrying an umbrella) 10. Sleeping mat/Sleeping ... Read more