Mumbai Hikers Community 10.06.2015

Posted: 10 Jun 2015 12:18 AM PDT

Trekincredible presents a one day trek to the beautiful Mahuli fort on 14th JuneDetails-Region: Thane DistrictHeight: 2815 ft.Type: Hill FortGrade: MediumMode of Transport: Public TransportTrek Leader: Divya SubramanianContribution for the trek: Rs.500(This includes refreshments, breakfast and to and fro transport from Asangaon to Mahuli Village)Last Date of Registration-13th JuneBrief details of the destination:The known history of this fort dates back to 15th century when this place came under the rule of Nijamshahi.When nijamshahi dynasty was about to end, ShahajiRaje took control of it as a secretary of Nijamshahi and tried to protect it from Mughals and Adilshahi.He couldn't hold it back for a long had to surrender it.Shivaji took this fort from Mughals on 8 Jan 1658. In 1661 it was given back and was won again by Shivrai. In treaty of Purandar, in 1665, Marathas lost these forts again. The Moghal sardar Manohardas Gaud was the in charge of this fort. He did much construction on the fort. In Feb 1670, Shivaji Maharaj tried to conquer Mahuli, but failed. Thousand of Marathas were killed by Moghals. It was a bad blow to Marathas. Even after this victory, Manohardas Gaud, the chief of the fort gave up his position and a new chief Alveerdi Beg was appointed. On 16 June 1670, after two months, Moropant Pingle conquered the forts and Mahuli, Bhandargad and Palasgad became part of Swarajya. Itinerary:7.30 am: Reach Asangaon Station(Train Timings :Mumbai CST - 5.13 amDadar - 5.31 amKurla - 5.42 amThane - 6.08 amDombivali - 6.30 amKalyan - 6.39 amAsangaon - 7.23 am)08.00 am: Reach Mahuli Village and breakfast08.30 am: Start Ascending11.00 am: Reach at the top and explore the fort01.00 pm: Lunch02.00 pm: Start Descending05.00 pm: Back to the base06.00 pm: Return back to asangaon station(Schedule may vary depending on the situation and individual's pace at the trek) Things to be carried:• Your return ticket till Asangaon• Lunch (Compulsory)• Some ready to eat food. Plum c... Read more

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 11:10 PM PDT

Trek at Ahupe, near Murbad Date: 28 Jun 2015 Sunday Morning Grade: Easy Charges: Rs 600/- per person, We will meet at Dadar Station 06:45 am Kalyan station 08:00 am Return 9:30 pm Charges include: Public Transport, Breakfast, and Tea, Please carry: Pack Lunch, 3 Ltr Water, Torch, Rain coat / Windcheater and Sun cap. For more details : Birdy Mobile 8976003281 / 9223403281 For registration please transfer Rs 600/- per head in the following A/c:- and inform me Bank detail Type: Current Account Bank name : I D B I Bank Bank branch : FORT Branch Bank account number : 0452102000010715 IFSC code for bank : IBKL0000452 Once payment is done, please send an email to birdy@trekkingwithbirdy.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, Email ID, Cell Number. and call me on my Mobile For more details : Birdy Mobile 8976003281 / 9223403281 www.trekkingwithbirdy.com 

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 11:02 PM PDT

YASHWANTI ADVENTURES (Girgaon) Organise Night Trek to Sudhagad Fort.   Height: 590 meters Type : Hill forts Fort Range : Lonavala District : Raigad. Grade : Easy Cost : 450/- per person   For registration contact : Gaurav bhave : 9699814625 Bharat mhadaye : 9773410917         Sudhagad is one of the ancient forts in Sahyadri. It was the glory of Bhor state. Initially, Sudhagad was called as 'Bhorapgad'. During empire of Shivaji Maharaj this fort was named as Sudhagad. This fort is approximately 590 meters in height. Sudhagad is a huge fort. It is called as the replica of Raigad. History :       The 'Thanale' excavations in this area are nearly 2200 years old. This shows that Sudhagad may be that much ancient. The construction and the geographical significance indicate that some great rulers might have constructed the fort. According to the Puranas, Sage 'Bhrugu' had stayed here and he had established the temple of Goddess 'Bhorai' on this fort. Sudhagad was included in 'Swarajya' in 1648. It is described in old records as follows: "Malavji Naik Karake put the ladders in Sakharadara. Initially, Jadhav and Saranayak both climbed the fort under the guidance of chieftain 'Maloji Bhosale'. After that Haibatrao climbed the fort. 25 soldiers went ahead and killed the guards. Further the chief of the fort was killed in anguish and the fort was conquered." Shivaji Maharaj renamed Bhorapgad as Sudhagad. Later Sambhaji met Akbar (the rebellious son of Aurangjeb) in the 'Pachchapur village' situated at the base of this fort. Annaji Datto, Balaji Aavji Chitnis, his son Aavji Ballal and Hiroji Pharjand were all important persons in 'Ashta-Pradhan Mandal' of Shivaji Maharaj. Sambhaji has killed all of them in 'Parli' village near Sudhagad.   Fascinating Spots :      The perimeter of this fort is quite big. There are many lakes on the fort. There is a palace of Pant Sachiv on the fort, where 50 people can stay comfortably. Also there is a temple of Bhorai Devi, where ... Read more

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 10:52 PM PDT

Date: 21 Jun 2015 Sunday Morning Grade: Easy Charges: Rs 700/- per person, We will meet at Panvel Station 07:30 am Charges include: Public Transport, Breakfast, and Tea, Please carry: Pack Lunch, 3 Ltr Water, Torch, Rain coat / Windcheater and Sun cap. For more details : Birdy Mobile 8976003281 / 9223403281 For registration please transfer Rs 700/- per head in the following A/c:- and inform me Bank detail Type: Current Account Bank name : I D B I Bank Bank branch : FORT Branch Bank account number : 0452102000010715 IFSC code for bank : IBKL0000452 Once payment is done, please send an email to birdy@trekkingwithbirdy.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, Email ID, Cell Number. and call me on my Mobile For more details : Birdy Mobile 8976003281 / 9223403281 www.trekkingwithbirdy.com 

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 10:51 PM PDT

Dear All Adventure Lovers,   We at SMALL-STEPS Group, glad to invites you ALL for every trekkers Dream Night Trek TO SUDHAGAD Fort ON 20 th& 21 nd June 2015 (Leaving 20 th June, Saturday evening)  Little info about The Fort : Name :  Sudhagad Type: Hill FortHeight: 2030 Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: EasyBase Village: Pali.   SUDHAGAD : The only fort which was considered before Raigad for establishing as the capital of Shiv Swarajya, Sudhagad is a gigantic fort with a huge plateau atop. Tactfully fortified this was one of the mightiest and inaccessible fort of that time. A well-built temple of Bhoraidevi is the only place for shelter atop. There is a deepmal in front of the temple. Few remnants of Tulsi Vrundawan lay in the vicinity. The main attraction on this fort is the Mahadarwaja at Dhomse side which is an exact replica of the Mahadarwaja at Raigad, and still is in good shape. ( Sudhgad:  Approx 60 -70km from Panvel) Located in the vicinity of Pali and endowed with about 50 acres plateau atop, Sudhagad offers a wonderful and an easy trek.Famous Points: - Pant sachiv wada Bhorai devi temple Bhoreshwar temple Pachchapur darwaja Hattimal Takmak tok of Sudhagad Dindi darwaja.    The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below: Meeting Point:  Panvel Station  (Transportation :  By Private Bus Panvel to Panvel) Trek schedule 20th June 2015 / Saturday: 4. 15 pm:  Meet @ Panvel Station 4. 30 pm: leave from Panvel for base village (Pali) 6. 45 pm: Introduction & Start trek 9.00 pm: Reach top of Fort (Dinner.& Play some games and shoot the actual stars) Trek schedule Sunday:  5.30 am: Wakeup Call & make tea & get ready to explore Fort 8.30 am: Start descending to base village   10.30 am: Reach base village & move towards Pali, Ballaleshwar temple 1.30 am: Reach Panvel Station   COST: For All peoples Rs.1000/- per head Cost Includes: -Day 1: Dinner Day 2: Breakfast & Tea, Stay / Camp Transportation cost (Panvel to Panvel by Private Bus)  ... Read more

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 10:37 PM PDT

Dear All,  Lets experience the historic value of Panhalagad- Pavankhind - Vishalgad Fort Mohim on 24th 25th and 26th 2015. Brief History about the Event :-  Shivaji's escape from the siege of Fort Panhala on a rainy night, the subsequent frantic chase given by the Bijapur forces and the battle of Pawankhind culminating in the inspiring sacrifice by Baji Prabhu Deshpande and 300 Maratha soldiers is the stuff of legends. The fable of Shiva Kashid, the barber who volunteered to dress up like his beloved King to misguide the enemy and assist in the escape, knowing well that a certain death lay in store provides a touching subtext. The 75 Km-long route of the escape is broadly known. It extends across a portion of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, from Fort Panhala to Fort Vishalgad. On this route, Pawankhind lies at a distance of 55 Km from Fort Panhala. Even today, the landscape is as rugged, has few roads and is dotted with nothing more than quaint hillside villages, peopled by simple Marathas farmers or Dhangar shepherds. Detail Event Coming soon CONTACT :- 09987121415

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 10:31 PM PDT

Dear All,  Lets experience the historic value of Panhalagad- Pavankhind - Vishalgad Fort Mohim on 4th and 5th July 2015. Brief History about the Event :-  Shivaji's escape from the siege of Fort Panhala on a rainy night, the subsequent frantic chase given by the Bijapur forces and the battle of Pawankhind culminating in the inspiring sacrifice by Baji Prabhu Deshpande and 300 Maratha soldiers is the stuff of legends. The fable of Shiva Kashid, the barber who volunteered to dress up like his beloved King to misguide the enemy and assist in the escape, knowing well that a certain death lay in store provides a touching subtext. The 75 Km-long route of the escape is broadly known. It extends across a portion of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, from Fort Panhala to Fort Vishalgad. On this route, Pawankhind lies at a distance of 55 Km from Fort Panhala. Even today, the landscape is as rugged, has few roads and is dotted with nothing more than quaint hillside villages, peopled by simple Marathas farmers or Dhangar shepherds. Detail Event Coming soon 

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 09:33 PM PDT

Pearl Trek and Tours - Bike Ride Event to Malshej Ghat on 28 June 2015. Some Information of the place: Malshej Ghats the famous monsoon destination needs no introduction to Mumbaikars. Malshej Ghat  is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range in the Thane district of Maharashtra, India. The site is nestled in the lofty rugged hills of the Western Ghats. A nice view of valleys is one of the major attraction here. The view from behind the MTDC resort is a must-see. It is also famous for dark woods and the animals inside. These animals includes tigers, leopards, rabbits and peacocks etc. But truly a famous place near Malshej Ghat is Khireshwar which is 2/3 km from rest house. Through Khireshwar village, one can visit the famous Harishchandragadh also. One of the beauties here are many waterfalls in the hilly regions. Various waterfalls from small up to the huge ones are really worth to see and many are right next to the highway. The tentative itinerary for the Event is as given below: Meeting Point: Near Century Rayan Industries, Kalyan, on Kalyan-Murbad highway @ 07:00 AM. Start Riding by 7.30 AM Route: Kalyan – Murbad – Naneghat - Malshej Ghat & return. Reach Malshej by 11:30 AM Enjoy scenario in route. Go for swimming at pimpalgaon Joga dam if permitted Lunch and start return journey. Reach Mumbai by 07:00 Pm. The Cost for the event: Rs. 400 extra will be added to the same (per person), considered as the administration charges for Pearl Trek and Tours Expected Expenses: 700 - 1000 per person approximately (excluding Petrol/ Maintenance) Petrol and Maintenance cost should be settled by the bike owner and the person accompanying him. In case, of a single rider, the petrol and maintenance charges has to be paid by him alone. Pearl Trek and Tours will provide info about a willing participant who can accompany you, and share the expenses. this depends on availability of such willing participants. Things To Be carried: Identity proof (Must), Bike's Legal Papers, H... Read more

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 09:12 PM PDT

WTA CLUB...Trekkers Paradise Rajgad to Torna Trail Trek Info about the Fort Forts to visit: Rajgad (4515 ft) & torna (4604 ft) Type : Hill Fort Max Height: 4604 ft. Grade : Medium Endurance:Hard Rajgad to Torna Trail trek is One of the best treks in Maharashtra. As Both Rajgad & Torna are Two historically very important forts covering them in one go is lifetime experience. Rajgad (Means Royal) it was capital of the Maratha Empire during the rule of Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj for almost 26 years, after which he moved the capital to Raigad .Rajgad One of The most Beautifully constructed Fort In the World. Torna  also known As prachandgad gets its name from massive Budhala machi(Branch).altitude of torna fort is 1406 m making it highest fort in Pune District. Schedule Starting Journey- 13 June 2015  Saturday Pickup For Mumbai Members: Panvel Railway Station …6.00 am Pickup For Pune Members: Swargate (In front of hotel Natraj) ..08.00am Day 1: 13 June 2015 Saturday Reach Base village get Ready ,Introduction ,Breakfast Start Trek Reach Padmavati Temple Rajgad (Keep Luggage There) Get Fresh Exploration Of Fort Balekila (citadel) Lunch Visit Suvela Machi Enjoy Sunset ,Bhatghar Dam View Evening Tea Dinner Retire For the Day in Padmavati Temple Day 2: 14 June 2015 -Sunday Morning wake up Get ready till 6.00 am Breakfast Visit Sanjivani Machi Start Trek Towards Torna Via Alu Darwaja (Sanjivani Machi) Small Thepla Break Reach Torna Top By Bhagat Darwaja Visit Walunjai Darwaja,Hattimal,Kokandarwaja ,Mengai Temple,etc Get Fresh Lunch Post Lunch Start Descending Towards Velhe Reach Velhe,Tea Start Return Journey Reach Pune 7 pm /Panvel By 9pm Cost: For Mumbai Members :1600/- For Pune Members :1300/- Which Includes: For Mumbai members: Panvel to Panvel travelling by private vehicle, 2 breakfast,2 lunch,Evening tea ,Dinner, Expertise,First Aid For Pune members : Pune to Pune travelling by private vehicle, 2 breakfast,2 lunch,Evening tea , Dinner,Expertise,First Ai... Read more

Posted: 09 Jun 2015 08:43 PM PDT

  One Day Monsoon  Trek to Peb-Fort (Vikatgad) on 27th June 2015. Trek Name: Peb Fort Region: Neral, Matheran Region Trek Grade: Medium Duration: One Day Fees:- 500/- About Peb Fort:- This fort is not heard by many until few years back but recently  is getting more and more popular with trekkers.  It's a small fort near the ranges of Matheran (the famous hill station in Maharashtra). It is situated on northeast side of Panvel, on Mumbai-Pune road, at a distance of 3-4 km on west side of Neral. This is a one-day trek and also one of the most enchanting trek in Monsoon. It is also known as Vikatgad. The forts and hills in and around Peb Fort are Nakhind, Chanderi, Mahasmal. Prabalgad is another fort opposite this small fort. Peb fort overlooks the Konkan region and also is approachable from Pune. So Chatrapati Shivaji must have given a thought before building this strategic fort. The fort is at a height of 2100 feet above mean sea level. This fort is visible from the edge of Panorama Point at Matheran or from Matheran Toy Train after you cross the One Kiss Tunnel. The Panorama Point at Matheran is at much higher level and gives a clear view of the small fortification of the fort.   Itinerary of the Trek: Catch the 6:10 am cst-karjat fast local.  People who live on slow track station please come ur nearest station to catch this local. Time table are as follows:- 6:10 am CST 6:18 am Byculla 6:24 am Dadar 6:31 am Kurla 6:35 am Ghatkopar 6:50 am Thane 7:02 am Dombivali 7:10 am Kalyan 7:14 am Vitthalwadi 7:16 am Ulhasnagar 7:20 am Ambarnath 7:27 am Badlapur 7:36 am Vangani 7:40 am Shelu 7:44 am  Neral For Pune peoples catch 6:05 am Sinhagad Express from Pune, reach Karjat 7:58 am. Meeting Point 08:00 am -  Neral Station Ticket Counter. Introduction, Induction, Tea &  Breakfast at Neral 8:30 am Take a taxi to Dasturi Naka. 9:00 pm Expected to reach Dasturi naka, Start trek 10:30 am Expected to reach Peb fort, explore, lunch. 01:00 pm start descend peb toward jumma-pa... Read more