Mumbai Hikers Community 25.07.2015

Posted: 25 Jul 2015 12:30 AM PDT

Location: Vihi Waterfall, Kasara. Event Date: Sunday: 14th & 15th August 2015Category: AdventureLevel: MediumHeight of the waterfall: 100 feetDuration: 1 Day   Tour Cost: Rs. 800/- per person Transportation from Kasara and back by local transport Breakfast, lunch and evening tea. Rappelling charges Expertise and guide charge   Who can Join the Event: - Age from 16 Years and Above are Eligible to join the Event . 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.   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.   One has to deposit Full payment into the Bank account to confirm his / her Registration. (Non-Refundable) Axis Bank, vile parle branch A/no. 183010100079268 in the name of Mr.Tushar Madhukar Modak. ISFC CODE : UTIB0000183..       Itinerary & Things to Carry :-A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) Mandatory,Cap,Good trekking shoes, a pair of extra clothes and Extra Socks (a must)Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)No wearing ofGOLD or any other expensive Ornaments ( if Lost owns a sole Responsibility )Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits,Carry at least 2 Lemons, Glucon D, Odomos etc.Personal basic medical kit (carry your routine medicines if any to avoid complications).Scarf for Ladies / Girls while Rappelling to hold their hairs so they don't get entangled while rappelling...A haversack to put all these things (Kindly pack your bags ... Read more

Posted: 24 Jul 2015 11:58 PM PDT

Location: Vihi Waterfall, Kasara. Event Date: Sunday: August 14th & 15th August ( 2 Batches)  2015  Category: Adventure Level: MediumHeight of the waterfall: 100 feetDuration: 1 Day   Tour Cost: Rs. 700/- per person Transportation from Kasara and back by local transport Breakfast, lunch and evening tea. Rappelling charges Expertise and guide charge   Who can Join the Event: - Age from 16 Years and Above are Eligible to join the Event . 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.   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.   One has to deposit Full payment into the Bank account to confirm his / her Registration. (Non-Refundable) Axis Bank, vile parle branch A/no. 183010100079268 in the name of Mr.Tushar Madhukar Modak. ISFC CODE : UTIB0000183..       Itinerary & Things to Carry :-A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) Mandatory,Cap,Good trekking shoes, a pair of extra clothes and Extra Socks (a must)Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)No wearing ofGOLD or any other expensive Ornaments ( if Lost owns a sole Responsibility )Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits,Carry at least 2 Lemons, Glucon D, Odomos etc.Personal basic medical kit (carry your routine medicines if any to avoid complications).Scarf for Ladies / Girls while Rappelling to hold their hairs so they don't get entangled while rappelling...A haversack to put all these things... Read more

Posted: 24 Jul 2015 11:43 PM PDT

Nagla Forest Trail Nagla Forest is situated to the North of the Bassein Creek. It is the very less traveled route of SGNP. This place is full of birds, reptiles, insects and people who love being around nature.     This photo walk is for whom? Nature/Monuments Lovers Shutter Bugs (Photographers) Children / School Children's Families / Friends  In short Everyone !!!   Photo Walk Schedule: Gather at Fountain Hotel @ 7:00 am Head towards Nagla Block @ 7:15 am Start the Nagla Forest Trail @ 7:45 am Explore the Beautiful Forest and experience the nature. Start the return journey @ 11:00  am Bid adieu and return to respective destinations. Things to Carry: 1. 1-2 Ltrs Water2. Camera (Optional - Capture the moments in your Heart !!!) 3. Cap 4. Breakfast for the Day. 5. WindCheater 6. Full Sleeves Cloths. Cost: All expenses will be done as per they arise, by individual members, This event is for Photography and fun. Confirm your participation on: Nikhil 9820 432 576 All our Photo-walk's are Eco-friendly, kindly take care of nature around us.  Smoking and Drinking alcohol during, Photo-walk is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from Photo-walk without refund. Respect the Heritage and culture. Do Not Litter, Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins. Leader's decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained. Moments Shoot is not liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or loss (including any indirect or consequential loss) of any kind to person or property suffered by any participant whether by reason of any act or omission, deliberate or negligent.  Regards,Moments Shoot Facebook Profile:       https://www.facebook.com/moments.shoot Facebook Group:        https://www.facebook.com/groups/199624386884740/ ... Read more

Posted: 24 Jul 2015 11:34 PM PDT

Dear All21 Trekkers has planned a one day trek 2 Peth aka Kothaligad fort on Sunday 2 AUGUST 2015 ... Hope 2 c u there to ENJOY ...Brief Introduction about Kothaligad / Peth fort : -Height: ~ 3100 feetGrade: MediumTime: ~ Maximum 2.5 hrs from Ambivali, Base VillageLocation: Karjat regionKothaligad is more commonly known as the fort of Peth because the village of Peth is situated at its base. The pinnacle of the Peth can be seen from the village. It looks like a filed surface. On reaching the top of the fort, we see caves carved in huge rocks. The first one is the cave of Goddess, besides which is a water cistern and the last one is the specious Bhairoba cave. A flat floor and well-sculpted pillars are specialty of the cave. Along the Bhairoba cave, steps are carved leading the pinnacle. Four–Five potholes and some cannon balls are scattered in the fort.Itinerary for the Trek is as given below:Note: Members are requested to take return ticket till karjat by their own. But please get down @ Karjat stationBoard the second last compartment from Karjat side which is the second one from CST sideSunday 2 AUGUST 2015Time Table -CST – Karjat Fast Local:This is a fast local. Pls reach the stations around 10 mins earlier, as missing this local will mean missing the trek.CST – 06:10 amByculla – 06:18 amDadar – 06:24 amKurla – 06:31 amGhatkopar – 6:35 amThane – 6:50 amDombivali – 7:02 amKalyan – 7:10 amBadlapur – 07:27 amKarjat – 08:00 amTravel till Base Billage by Local TransportReach Base Village by 9:30 amIntroduction RoundRest at Peth Wadi till 11 amReach the Top by 12 noonExplore the Fort,lunch, rest and Start Descend by 1.30 pmReach Base Village Ambavali by 4.30 pmPost Lunch Start our Return JourneyReach Karjat Station by 5:30 pmReach Mumbai by 7:30 - 8 pm.The cost of the Trek will be Rs. 600/- per head which includes Breakfast,Evening Tea/coffee Transportation from Karjat to Karjat and refreshments as mentioned..Maximum 25 seats.RULES OF 21 TREKKERS-1. The Leader's decisi... Read more

Posted: 24 Jul 2015 11:25 PM PDT

Rajmachi - 29th and 30th August 15: Join us on a beautiful adventure to Rajmachi. Rajmachi (Udhewadi) is a small village in the rugged mountains of Sahyadri in India. The fortification at Rajmachi consists of two forts , namely Shrivardhan fort and Manaranjan Fort. Rajmachi Fort is a popular trekking destination. It is a very famous fort located near two famous hills of Maharashtra, Lonavala and Khanadala  Historically, Rajmachi fort was a strategic fort to control Borghat(ghat between Khopoli and Khandala on Mumbai-Pune route) which was a historical trade route. Rajmachi peak has two fortified structures - the Shrivardhan fort and Manaranjan fort. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route is from Kondivade village near Karjat and it involves climb-up of about 2000 feet. The other route is from Lonavala, which is almost a plain walk of about 15 km. In rainy season this region all the more beautiful with silvery water falls, streams and lush green forests and meadows. Stay in Rajmachi will be dormitory type huts with twin toilets and bathroom. The Huts have been beautifully placed on a location from where you get 360 view of mountains, waterfalls, Forts and a wide plateau where one can play lot of games. Day 1 6:00 AM bus from borivali till lonavla 9:30 AM reach lonavla by bus (breakfast on the way) 9:45 AM start trek towards Rajmachi. 12:30 - 1:00 PM reach Rajmachi. get fresh 1:30 PM Lunch will be served, post lunch rest 4:30 PM Have Tea and snacks 5:30 PM start trek to shrivardhan fort. 6:30 PM Reach top Enjoy sunset from top of the fort (Depends on wheather). 6:45 - 7:00 PM start descend to Huts 7:30 PM reach hut get fresh 8:00 PM play treasure hunt/ Night trail in the jungle. 9:00 PM dinner. 10:00 PM camp fire/games/songs... (Camp fire depends on the weather)   Day 2 5:00 AM Wake up early morning enjoy the Sun rise/bird watching. 7:00 AM Breakfast 8:00 AM start decending towards Kondhane caves. from kondhane caves descend to karjat 11:00 AM reach karja... Read more

Posted: 24 Jul 2015 11:20 PM PDT

Lohagad:Lohagad (Iron fort) is one of the many hill forts of Maharashtra state in India. Situated close to the hill station Lonavala and 52 km (32 mi) northwest of Pune, Lohagad rises to an elevation of 1,033 m (3,389 ft) above sea level. The fort is connected to the neighboring Visapur fort by a small range. There are 4 doors to Lohagad from the nearby village -Lohgadwadi. i.e. 'Ganesh Darwaja' , 'Narayan Darwaja' , 'Hanuman Darwaja' and 'Maha Darwaja'. The fort was under the Maratha empire for the majority of time, with a short period of 5 years under the Mughal empire. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lohagad Day 1 6:00 AM bus from borivali till lohagad9:30 AM reach lohgad by bus (breakfast on the way)9:45 AM start trek. Explore the top till 11:30 AM11:30 AM Start descend to bhaje caves.12:30 PM Explore bhaje caves.1:30 PM Lunch will be served.2:30 PM Start return journey back. 7:00 PM Reach Mumbai (depends on traffic) Total Cost: 800Cost includes:1. Travel by private transport from Mumbai to Lohagad + some refreshments on the way2. Lunch, tea refreshments.4. Discounts would be provided on group Registrations. Cost excludes:Anything not mentioned above Things To be Carried Along with: -> A haversack/Backpack to put in all the things to be carried so that one has hands free while walking. -> lineup the haversack/Backpack with plastic as rains are expected.-> Raincoat/Poncho.-> Shoes/Sandals with good grip (shoes preferable)-> Some ready to eat food. -> Water bottle 2 Litres. (compulsary)-> Camera with proper rain cover-> Medicine those if you require usually. -> Avoid jeans and prefer track pants * 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 decision will be final and binding on all. Feel free to reach out to us for any queries, concerns and registration f... Read more

Posted: 24 Jul 2015 02:28 AM PDT

TAT – MYSTIC TREK  TO "SUDHAGAD" ON 1ST & 2ND AUGUST 2015.   Little info about fort: - Type: - Hill type District: - Raigad Grade: - Medium Height: - 590 M Time to ascend: - approx. 2 hours. Detail of the fort: - Sudhagad is one of the ancient fort 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". It is called the replica of Raigad.   Famous Points: - Pant sachiv wada Bhorai devi temple Bhoreshwar temple Pachchapur darwaja Hattimal Takmak tok of Sudhagad Dindi darwaja.    The tentative itinerary of the trek is given: - Meeting point of Mumbai & Pune peoples: - Panvel Railway station @ 09:45 am on 1st august. Use m-indicator or local timing.   09:55 am         Catch Diva-Roha passenger train to Nagothane. 11:45 am         Reach Nagothane station, move toward Sudhagad in private vehicle. 12:00 pm         Reach base village "Thakurwadi", start ascending. (Lunch in route) 02:00 pm         Reach top, explore fort, rest of the day. 08:30 pm         Dinner & sleep in dormitories. 06:00 am         Wakeup call, refreshment, breakfast & tea making. 07:00 am         Start Descending. 09:00 am         Reach base village & move towards Pali, Ballaleshwar temple 10:00 am         Reach Pali, take Darshan, move towards Nagothane. 10:55 am         catch Dadar- Ratnagiri passenger train. 01:00 pm         Reach panvel station.   ….…………………………………TREK ENDS……………………………………………………   Fees: - The fees of the trek will be rs. 900/-  Rs. 500/- Paid in advance to book your seat. If you no paid advance your seat is not confirm. Includes: - Train tickets from Panvel to Nagothane. Travelling from Nagothane to Sudhagad in a private vehicle. Saturday night dinner. Morning breakfast & tea. Travelling from Sudhagad to Nagothane. Return train ticket to panvel. Guide & expertise charges. Excludes: - Lunch on Saturday. Bislery. Any personal expenses to come Panvel. A... Read more