Mumbai Hikers Community 09.07.2015

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 11:40 PM PDT

Tattva's Monsoon Special easy trek to Patta fort(VishramGad) Fort on 12th July 2015 Brief Introduction about PATTA Fort (VISHRAMGAD) : –Grade: EasyType :Hill FortHeight : 4562 feetRegion : NashikBase village : Pattawaadi.Fort Patta History –.Patta fort earlier belonged to Mughals but in year 1671,Moropant Pingle was on a mission of capturing forts in Nasik and Baglan range and thus in year 1672,Moropant Pingle was succesful to capture this fort.Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj during raid on Jalna in year 1679 rested for some time near Sangamner and unfortunately the Maratha army was siezed from all sides by Mughal army and Shivaji Maharaj was ill during that time. Bahirji Naik succesfully rescued Shivaji Maharaj and took him to Patta fort. Shivaji Maharaj stayed on this fort for around 1.5 months to recover from illness(After Rajgad and Raigad,Patta is the only fort where Shivaji Maharaj stayed for this much long time) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- We will start with the CST - Kasara Fast Local (Time table given below)People may board the same local from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into the second boggy from CST side) Itinerary Details: -Meeting Point: 09 :15am @ Kasara Station Platform No.1 onBreakfast @ Baba's DhabaReach base village 11amStart trek @ 11.30amReach top @ 12:30pmLunch Post Lunch explore the fort Descend by 3pm Evening refreshment if time permits Reach kasara by 6pm Kasara Train Schedule (Fast)Time AMCST 6:55Byculla 7:02Dadar 7:08Kurla 7:15Ghatkopar 7:19Thane 7:35Dombivili 7:47Kalyan 7:54Asangaon 8:31Kasara 9:08 Members are requested to take return ticket till Kasara by their own.Board the second last compartment from Kasara side which is the second one from CST side. Everybody will board the same local and we can meet in the train itself. ------------------------------------------------------------------The cost of the trek will be Rs.750/- per head which includes... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 11:21 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for One Day Trek to Kalsubai highest peak of Maharashtra 18 July 2015 Leaving Friday Night 17th July 2015. Kalsubai Peak is the highest peak (1646 meters) of the Sahyadris on the border of Igatpuri Taluka, Nashik district and Akole Taluka, of Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra. 'Kalsubai' temple is located at the top most peak of Sahyadri mountain range of Maharastra. The main route starts from the village of Bari which is about six km from Bhandardara. The main route to the temple is at small climbing slope . It usually takes three hours to reach the top from Bari.There small huts in this area who could be very helpful in case of any emergency. There are three iron ladders along this route. There is a well near thelast iron ladder as one approaches the top but the water is not potable during the summer. The rest of the route is without water, so it is best to fillwater bottles in Bari. It is an easy hike, but parts of it are quite steep. Reptiles like lizards and snakes could be spotted sun-bathing during wintermornings near the ladders. The vastly spread out backwaters of Bhandardara attracts ones attention from the top. To the north of the mountain range forts such as Ramsej, Harihargad, Brahmagiri, Anjaneri, Ghargad, Bahula, Tringalwadi, Kavnai can be seen. To the east one can spot Aundha, Vishramgad, Bitangad, to the west Alang, Madangad, Kulang, Ratangad (south west) and to the south Pabhargad, Ghanchakkar, Harishchandragad can be seen.Fort info:Type: PeakHeight: 5400 Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: EasyBase Village: Bari. The itinerary for trek is: Meeting at : Pritam Hotel Dadar East 11.00 pm Leaving 17 July 2015Pick up Points : Nitin Company Junction , Thane 11.45 pm. Reach Base Village by 4:30amFreshen-up & Breakfast by 6 amStart Trek by 6:30 amReach the top of Kalsubai by 10:30-11:00 amRest for some time.Start Descending by 11:30 amReach Base Village by 1:30 pmLunch at the Base Village.Start our Return Journey by 3:30 pmRe... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 10:09 PM PDT

TAT - Mystic Trek to Harishchandragad via Tolarkhind on 18th & 19th July 2015 Leaving Friday Night. Littel info about this trek: - Region : Malshej ghat District : Ahmednagar Height : 4710 ft Grade : Medium to Tuff Duration : 2 Days/2Nights trek leader: - Suhas Patil About the fort: - Harishchandragad is the most beautiful fort in Ahmednagar Region  and most popular trekking Destinations. The fort along with Tolar khind , Malshejghat offers a lots of Trekkers. The main attraction is the kokankada which offers a spectular view of konkan. During the Rainy season you'd be walking in the clouds on this fort. What to see on the fort : KEDARESHWAR CAVE - This temple is marvelous example of the fine art of carving sculptures out of stones that prevailed in ancient India. The river Mangal Ganga is said to originate from one of the tanks located close to the temple. KONKAN KADA - A huge cliff at Harishchandragad which offers spectacular view of Konkan and also the sunset. OTHER CAVES - There are many caves on this fort. KEDARESHWAR CAVE: In this cave there is a Shivlinga which is surrounded by ice cold water. During rainy season this cave is not accessible as there's lot of water in the surrounding area. TARAMATI PEAK: Also known as Taramanchi. This is the topmost point on the fort. It is the 2nd highest peak in Maharashtra. Leopards are seen in the forests beyond this peak. From here we can have a glimpse of the whole range of Naneghat and the forts near Murbad. Full Itinerary of this trek: - Day 1st Friday: - 22:00 pm Report at Kalyan ST Stand 22:30 pm Leave for Khubi Phata (by bus) 00:30 am Reach Khubi Phata & walk towards Khireshwar (5 kms) Night halt at Khireshwar Villages. Day 2 Saturday 06:00 am Breakfast & Ganeral instruction 06:30 am  starts Trek 11:30 am Reach on top of Harishchandragad. Explore, Rest & Lunch. 14:00 pm Visit to Kokan Kada & Explore Photography & back to cave. Dinner & Night Stay in The cave near Temple. Day 3 Sunday ... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 10:24 AM PDT

About:Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary - Nannaj (established in 1979, also known as the Jawaharlal Nehru Bustard Sanctuary of Maharashtra) is a wildlife sanctuary for the Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps) at Solapur. The land is drought-prone and semi-arid. Maharashtra is one of the six states of India where Great Indian Bustards (Ardeotis nigriceps) are still seen. However, the GIBs are spread over vast areas in the sanctuary and nearby cultivated fields depending on the availability of food. Nannaj is a great place to see a number of other grassland and scrubland species of birds like Larks, Pipits, Quails, Francolins, Shrikes, Lapwings, Raptors, Coursers, Munias, Doves etc.The wildlife found here includes Indian Wolf, Indian Fox, Blackbuck, Jungle Cat.Itinerary :14th Aug: Leave for Solapur by Siddheshwar Express at 11.40 p.m.15th Aug: Reach Solapur at 7 a.m. Check in at hotel and freshen up. Post breakfast leave for Hipparga lake, which is rich in aqua-fauna. Leave for lunch post birding session. Post lunch leave for Nannaj. Explore Nannaj till late evening. Have dinner in Solapur. Overnight in Solapur.16th Aug: Post breakfast leave for Nannaj Sanctuary. Daylong excursion in the sanctuary. Post dinner leave for Solapur station. Board Siddheshwar Express at 10.45 p.m.17th Aug: Reach Kalyan at 05.45 a.m.Last day of booking -15th July Cost: Rs. 4,400/- per person (Ex Mumbai)Rs. 4,250/- (Ex Pune)Cost includes:Travel from Kalyan/Pune to Solapur and back by sleeper class. Small vehicles in Solapur/Nannaj.Food: Veg. B/L/High Tea/D.Accommodation: In a decent Non A.C. hotel on twin sharing.Expertise.Cost Excludes:Personal expenses like Mineral Water, Cold Drinks.Anything not mentioned in 'Cost Includes'.Pack your bags considering the rains into picture..* Drinking alcohol and smoking strictly not allowed.* We do take utmost care of every member of the group during the event,but still each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.* The leader's d... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 09:03 AM PDT

Dear Rangers, We at Wild Rangers glad to invite you all for thrilling trek to Harihar Fort on 19 July 2015 (Overnight Journey on 18 July) About Harihar The fort of Harihar lies in the Trimbakeshwar range. It was of substantial importance in earlier days to keep watch on the route crossing the range connecting Maharashtra to Gujarat.Trimbakeshwar range spreads from north of Igatpuri to west of Nasik. It is divided in two parts, with forts of Basgad, Utvad, hill of Fani, Harihar and Trimbakgad on one part and those of Anjaneri and Hargad on the other. Vaitarna is the main river in this region. The water flows away from this region because of the one – sided slope of Sahyadris. There is an absolute shortage of water from January to March in this region. The fort appears to be rectangular in shape from its base village and is located on top of a triangular massif with all the three sides being vertical and hence naturally fortified. There is only one access to the fort through a 200ft high rock cut staircase inclined at an 80 degree angle.  Journey Details:-  Saturday 18 June 2015 23:00 Hrs — Gathering at Dadar Station (East) Near Swami Narayan Mandir & Proceed to base Village Sunday, 19 June 2015 Reach base Village & rest in bus till 06:00 Hrs Have Breakfast & start our ascend to harihar fort Conquer the top & explore the Fort Have lunch & relax for sometimes den start descending Harihar Fort. Start our return journey by 17:00 Hrs We Will back in Mumbai by 21:00 Hrs (subjective)   Things to be carried: A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) Lunch for Sunday. Torch With Extra Batteries Camera, Cell Phone, (Optional) Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc. Medicine those if you require usually (Optional) Extra Pair of clothes (2 –sets), Good trekking shoes, A haversack to put all these things   Trek Fees: INR 900.00 per Person Includes travelling from Dadar to Dadar by private transport, Breakfast, Evening ... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 07:29 AM PDT

About the Tour : Rappelling or Abseiling is a technique used for controlled descending down from a rock patch or slope. The main equipment used are high quality ropes, descender, seat harness along with gloves and helmet for safety.  This technique has been absorbed by our adventure experts to create a happening recreational adventure activity wherein we will descend down on a rope that too under the refreshing flow of water via waterfalls, under the safety and security of experts. Dodhani waterfall is located at the base of Matheran hills and is easily accessible from Panvel by road.  Outing Dates : Sunday : 12th July 2015 Category : AdventureLevel : EasyHeight of the waterfall : 70-75 feetWeight Limit of the traveller : 35kgs-102 kgsDuration : 1 Day Itinerary: 7:30 am: Assemble at Panvel ST stand – Platform number 4, under the Flyover. 8:00 am: Leave for Dodhani Waterfall by Local transport (ST Buses) 9:15 am: Reach base village. Breakfast and after that Introduction round. 10.00 am: Start a short trek towards waterfall 10:30 am: Starting with Waterfall Rappelling after a small briefing round. 5:30 pm: Leave back to Panvel and from their to your respective places. Tour concludes with Happy Memories :) Only Rappelling Cost : Rs.850/- per personFor Registered Members : Rs.800/- per member Inclusions: Transportation from Panvel and back by local transport Breakfast and evening refreshment Rappelling charges Expertise and guide charges  Exclusions: Lunch for the Day Anythings other then above mentioned inclusions. For booking you need to deposit the full amount in the following Account:NAME: MUMBAI TRAVELLERSBANK: ICICIACCOUNT: CURRENT ACA/C: 623805029453BRANCH: MULUND WESTIFSC CODE ICIC0006238 Cancellation and Refund:1. If cancellation done prior to 15 days of outing 75% will be refunded.2. If done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded3. After that no refund will be provided. For Registrations mail us at mumbaitravellers@gmail.com OR Call us at 8692086927... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 07:12 AM PDT

Feel the Thrill in Waterfall Rappelling.. About the Tour :  Rappelling or Abseiling is a technique used for controlled descending down from a rock patch or slope. The main equipment used are high quality ropes, descender, seat harness along with gloves and helmet for safety.  This technique has been absorbed by our adventure experts to create a happening recreational adventure activity wherein we will descend down on a rope that too under the refreshing flow of water via waterfalls, under the safety and security of experts. Vihi waterfall is a famous waterfall rappelling spot near (Karjat). Come and enjoy the thrill of this happening recreational adventure sport with Mumbai Travellers Team this monsoon. Outing Dates :Saturday : 18th July 2015 Category : AdventureLevel : MediumHeight of the waterfall : 100 feetWeight Limit of the traveller : 35kgs-102 kgsDuration : 1 Day Outing Schedule :  Early Morning depart from Mumbai CST towards Kasara by 06:55 am Fast Kasara local (Detail train schedule will be declared later). One can board the same train from your nearest railway station on central line. Reach Kasara by 9.10 am. On arrival at Kasara, meet up at Ticket counter of Kasara railway station. Meet your leaders, head count and then further proceed towards Vihi village by local transport (Sumo / Trax) Breakfast and Introduction session at Vihi village. Instruction session at waterfall and start the rappelling activity (09:30am). Enjoy the thrill of Vihi waterfall throughout the day with an amazing rappelling under the expert's guidance. Evening depart to Kasara and then further proceed towards Mumbai by local train Tour concludes with Happy Memories :) Tour Cost : Rs.1300/- per personFor Registered Members : Rs.1200/- per member Inclusions: Transportation from Kasara and back by local transport Breakfast and evening refreshment Rappelling charges Expertise and guide charge Exclusions: Lunch for the Day Anythings other then above mentioned inclusions. For booking y... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 07:11 AM PDT

Feel the Thrill in Waterfall Rappelling.. About the Tour :  Rappelling or Abseiling is a technique used for controlled descending down from a rock patch or slope. The main equipment used are high quality ropes, descender, seat harness along with gloves and helmet for safety.  This technique has been absorbed by our adventure experts to create a happening recreational adventure activity wherein we will descend down on a rope that too under the refreshing flow of water via waterfalls, under the safety and security of experts. Vihi waterfall is a famous waterfall rappelling spot near (Karjat). Come and enjoy the thrill of this happening recreational adventure sport with Mumbai Travellers Team this monsoon. Outing Dates :Saturday : 19th July 2015 Category : AdventureLevel : MediumHeight of the waterfall : 100 feetWeight Limit of the traveller : 35kgs-102 kgsDuration : 1 Day Outing Schedule :  Early Morning depart from Mumbai CST towards Kasara by 06:55 am Fast Kasara local (Detail train schedule will be declared later). One can board the same train from your nearest railway station on central line. Reach Kasara by 9.10 am. On arrival at Kasara, meet up at Ticket counter of Kasara railway station. Meet your leaders, head count and then further proceed towards Vihi village by local transport (Sumo / Trax) Breakfast and Introduction session at Vihi village. Instruction session at waterfall and start the rappelling activity (09:30am). Enjoy the thrill of Vihi waterfall throughout the day with an amazing rappelling under the expert's guidance. Evening depart to Kasara and then further proceed towards Mumbai by local train Tour concludes with Happy Memories :) Tour Cost : Rs.1300/- per personFor Registered Members : Rs.1200/- per member Inclusions: Transportation from Kasara and back by local transport Breakfast and evening refreshment Rappelling charges Expertise and guide charge Exclusions: Lunch for the Day Anythings other then above mentioned inclusions. For booking y... Read more

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 06:54 AM PDT

Monsoon calling at Doodhsagar waterfall. Vatsaru Trekkers Club invites U all for monsoon trek to Doodhsagar waterfall & jungle trek. Drenching water of Mandavi river falling into Bhagawan Mahaveer Sanctuary. Dense forest trail. Railway track & tunnel walk. Doodhsagar is best place for monsoon. Date : 11th/12th July 2015 Cost : 1600/- Group: Vatsaru Trekkers & Traveler Club. Cost includes : Pune to Pune railway sleeper coach reservation. 1 Breakfast. 1 Lunch. First Aid. Expertise charges. Bhagawan Mahaveer Wild life sanctuary entry fees. For more details & registration contact: Sarang: 9730922591 Rupesh: 9921519889 Message/WhatsApp if call is not answered. For upcoming treks & tour update by Vatsaru visit our FB page:    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=448021122032140  Last but not least: Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun. Respect nature & have Team attitude to more enjoy the trek. All rights reserved to the organizer for any last minute change in plan as per requirement.   Best Regards, Vatsaru Trekkers Club

Posted: 08 Jul 2015 06:52 AM PDT

About the Tour :It is part of Western Ghats and lies at Lonavala. The Lohagad fort had several emire of the dynasties. Even after Shivaji won the fort, he had to surrender the Lohagad.He re-captured the fort and used to preserve the surplus at Lohgad. The splendid view of the Pawna Lake from the top, which is to the southwest of the mountain. The fort has been declared as a protected moument by the government. Lohgad and Visapur is connected to each other. Outing Dates : 19th July 2015 Category: TrekkingDuration : 1 DayLevel : Easy Outing Schedule : Reach Lonavala by Indrayni Express. On arrival at Lohagadwadi which is the base village of lohgad will have breakfast and tea. Post Breakfast will have small introduction round .Start trek to Lohagad reach at the top explore the fort some activity, history. Explore the fort and surrounding enjoy the photography. Start descending reach base and can't forget Beautiful Bhaje caves. Will have lunch at Lohgad wadi. Have Tea and snacks and proceed back to Mumbai Trek Concludes with Happy Memories :) Tour Cost: Rs.750/- per personFor Registered Member : Rs.700/- per member Inclusions: Transportation from Lonavala to Lonvala Tea, Breakfast & Evening refreshments Lunch for the Day Guide and Expertise Charges Garbage Bag 50 gms of seeds Exclusions: Personal Expense Anything other then mentioned above For booking you need to deposit Rs.750/- per person in following Account: NAME: MUMBAI TRAVELLERSBANK: ICICIACCOUNT: CURRENT ACA/C: 623805029453BRANCH: MULUND WESTIFSC CODE ICIC0006238 Cancellation and Refund:1. If cancellation done prior to 15 days of outing 75% will be refunded.2. If done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded3. After that no refund will be provided. For more details :-http://www.mumbaitravellers.in/trek-to-lohagad-and-bhaje-caves/ For Registrations mail us at mumbaitravellers@gmail.com OR Call us at 8692086927 / 8652370001 Mumbai Travellers unique journeys…unique people…www.MumbaiTravellers.inwww.Ind... Read more