Mumbai Hikers Community 03.08.2015 p2

Posted: 03 Aug 2015 12:55 AM PDT

Dear Venturers,Inviting you for One day trek to Prabalgad fort on 8th August 2015. Prabalgad lies on the Prabal plateau between Matheran and Panvel and can be seen from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. The Ulahas River runs to the east of the fort. The Gadhi River, and the Chanderi and Peb forts are to the west. To the south is the Patalganga River, and Manikgad and to the north is the Karnala fort. Meeting Point: Panvel Station 7:15 AmTrek schedule:Meeting at Panvel Station 7:15 Reach Base of the fort by 8:15 Introduction and start for trek: 8:30 Reach the top: 11:00 Explore the fort and descend: 12: 30 Lunch at Prabal Machi: 13:30 Return to Base village: 16: 00 Back to Panvel Station: 17:00 SaturdayWakeup: 5:30Trek For Prabalgad Fort: 6:30 AMReach the Top and explore the fort: 08:00 AMStarting descending for prabal machi: 8:30 AMBreakfast and start descending: 09:30Reach Panvel station: 11:30Trek fees:Rs 350/-Fees includes:Breakfast and Evening tea/SnacksTransportation from Panvel to the Base and back,Camp Instructor, guide and other expertise,Safety and other equipments required for the trek….Things to be carried:• Lunch and Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc• A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs)• Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes• Windcheater, blankets, Bedsheets etc. (it's gonna be really cold)• Good trekking shoes & Torch (compulsory)• Haversack to put all your things, so that your hands are free (avoid sling bags)• Camera (Optional)• Medicines that you require usually. (optional)• Electral/Tang powder/Glucone-DPlease note:• avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments• Trek fees does not include extra charges incurred by the participants for extra food, drinks, transportation, lodging, etc. apart from provided by Keen Venturers & Trekkers• Drinking and smoking is strictly Prohibited• The given schedule may vary slightly according to the circumstances on the particular day.For Registrations and Booking please contact:Email: keenventurers@gmail.c... Read more

Posted: 03 Aug 2015 12:44 AM PDT

One day trekking to kondana caves in karjat on 9th augest 2015 (Sunday)Height: 60m above Sea Level (Approx) Grade : Easy (1 hour ascend)Base Village: Kondva Trek Leader : saheb singhAbout Kondana Caves :Kondana Caves situated in Karjat offers the ancient lifestyle of Buddhist followers. Ancient rock-cut caves, Kondana Caves are very famous Buddhist caves. These caves enclose sculptures, vihara, cahitya and stupa. Sculptures and stupas are specimens of the ancient period Buddhist architecture. There was a natural disaster in the form of an earth quake in early 1900 by which many stupas, front entrance and floor of the caves were damaged.These ancient caves attract lots of tourists and Buddhist devotees all through the year. There are some restrictions on these protected ancient caves. Smoking and the consumption of liquor and aromatic foods are prohibited nearby places of the caves. Kondana Caves is around 15 KM from Karjat. The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:We will be starting with the Slow Train from CST to Karjat (Time table given below)People may board the same train from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second boggy from CST side). Take Return Ticket to KarjatCST : 5:22amByculla : 5:30amDadar : 5:40amKurla : 5:50amGhatkopar : 5:56 amThane : 6:17 amDombivali : 6:39 amKalyan : 6:48 amKarjat : 07:39 am.(Missing the train means missing the trek, So try to be on time)Alight at Karjat.Move to Base Village by Rickshaw.Reach Base Village by 8.30amBreakfast @ Base Village and then Start our trek by 9 am. Reach Kondane Caves in 1 Hour , by 10.00amExplore the Cave and Enjoy the WaterfallLunch time.Post Lunch We will start DescendingReach Base Village by 4pm.Evening Refreshment @ Base Village.Take Rickshaw and reach Karjat Station by 6pmCatch any train from Karjat and Reach Mumbai by 8-9pm.The cost for the trek is Rs 500rs/- per head which includesTravelling from Karjat to Karjat,Breakfast and Evening refresh... Read more

Posted: 03 Aug 2015 12:21 AM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Monsoon Trek to Mount Kalsubai highest peak of Maharashtra on 9 aug 2015.Leaving 8 aug 2015 with MumbaiRangers Kalsubai Peak is the highest peak (1646 meters) of the Sahyadris on the border of Igatpuri Taluka, Nashik district and Akole Taluka, of Ahmednagar districtof Maharashtra. 'Kalsubai' temple is located at the top most peak of Sahyadri mountain range of Maharastra. The main route starts from the village of Bariwhich 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 fortssuch 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 infoType: 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 8 aug 2015 saturday nightPick 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 Jour... Read more

Posted: 03 Aug 2015 12:18 AM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for One day Monsoon trek to Gorakhgad with MumbaiRangers on 9 Aug 2015. Fort Gorakhgad is quite small in size. It had strategic importance during the reign of Shahaji Raje. However, no major battle is recorded to have takenplace here. It was used in Shivaji's era to patrol the nearby region and was used as a stopover station during the journey to Junnar via Naneghat.Though small in size,there is enough availability water and a lot of space for accommodation. The fort gets its name from Saint Gorakhnath,who performed his "Sadhana" in this place.Gorakhgad attracts trekkers due to its inviting pinnacle This region of Gorakhgad and Machhindragad has a dense forest cover. Gorakhgad is a small fortat Dehri village near Murbad. Named after Saint Goraknath,the fort is at a height of 2150 ft above sea level. Some Information about the Fort: Place: Gorakhgad fortHeight: 2137 FTBase Village: DehriDistrict: ThaneDifficulty Level: Medium (Rock patches)Endurance Level: Easy Trek Leader: Nishant seth. The itinerary for trek is: Meeting at : Pritam Hotel Dadar East 6 oclock early morning on sunday 9 Aug 2015 next Pick up Point : Nitin Company Junction, Thane 7 oclock Reach Base Village by 10:30amBreakfastIntroduction RoundStart Trek by 11:00amReach Top by 02:00pmLunch (self carried)Explore the FortStart Descending by 03:30pmReach back to Base Village by 05:30pmEvening TeaStart our Return Journey by 06:00pmReach Thane by 08:30pmReach Dadar by 09:30pmThe cost for the trek will be INR 800 per head. It includes, Transport from Dadar to Dadar by Private NON A/C BUS,Evening Tea And Morning Breakfast.Guide and Mumbai Rangers Administration Charges if any. For Registration call us: Amit Bhadouria :9819299164 / 7045655654Nishant seth : 8879418581Registration accepted only through phone calls, Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis. Important things to carry : Identity proofWater Bottle (Atleast 2 Ltrs)Electrol 1 packExtra pair of clothesCameraCa... Read more

Posted: 02 Aug 2015 11:00 PM PDT

River Rafting @ Kundalika River Rs. 2550/- per head which includes Traveling by private vehicle   Rafting charges Morning Breakfast Lunch (Veg – Non Veg) Evening tea For More Details Contact Vaishali Desai-moghe - 09820684723 email : kalpaviharadventure@gmail.com

Posted: 02 Aug 2015 03:19 AM PDT

Mudumalai - Bandipur Wildlife Camp. (14th to 18th Nov., 2015):  The Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary also a declared Tiger Reserve, lies on the northwestern side of the Nilgiri Hills (Blue Mountains), in Nilgiri District, about 150 km north-west of Coimbatore city in Kongu Nadu region of Tamil Nadu. It shares its boundaries with the states of Karnataka and Kerala. The sanctuary is divided into 5 ranges – Masinagudi, Thepakadu, Mudumalai, Kargudi and Nellakota.The protected area is home to several endangered and vulnerable species including Indian elephant, Bengal Tiger, Gaur and Indian Leopard. There are at least 266 species of birds in the sanctuary, including critically endangered Indian White-rumped Vulture and Long-billed Vulture.The Western Ghats, Nilgiri Sub-Cluster (6,000 km2), including all of Mudumalai National Park, is under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for selection as a World Heritage Site. Bandipur National Park, established in 1974 as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger, is a national park located in the state of Karnataka. It was once a private hunting reserve for the Maharaja of the Kingdom of Mysore. Bandipur is known for its wildlife and has many types of biomes, but dry deciduous forest is dominant. Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary also known as Pakshi Kashi of Karnataka is a Bird Sanctuary in the Mandya District. It is the largest bird sanctuary in the state, only 0.67 km². in area, which is about 40 acres and comprises six islets on the banks of the Kaveri river. Itinerary: Itinerary:14th Nov: Leave for Bangalore @ 9:00 by 11301- Udyan Express Exp. Overnight in train.15th Nov: Reach Bangalore @ 8:50. Leave for Mysore. Have lunch in Mysore and leave for Ranganthittu. Take a boat ride @ Ranganthittu and leave for Mudumalai. Check in. Overnight in Mudumalai.16th Nov: Morning ride in Bandipur. Evening ride in Mudumalai. Overnight in Mudumalai.17th Nov: Morning ride in Mudumalai. Post lunch leave for Mysore. Leave f... Read more

Posted: 02 Aug 2015 03:12 AM PDT

Chandoli National Park. (6th to 9th Nov, 2015): Chandoli National Park is a 317.67 km2 National Park in Sangli District, established in May 2004. Earlier it was a Wildlife Sanctuary since 1985. The forest types seen here are a mix of Malabar Coast moist forests and North Western Ghats moist deciduous forests. Nearly 23 species of mammals, 122 species of birds, 20 species of amphibians and reptiles are known to be resident in the forests of Chandoli. Bengal Tigers, Indian leopards, Indian bison, leopard cats, sloth bears and Indian giant squirrels are quite conspicuous here. Many prey species of ungulates such as Barking deer, Sambar deer, Mouse deer and Blackbuck are present. A census carried out by the Forest Department showed a rise in the number of Tigers, Leopards, Gaur, Barking deer, Mouse deer, Sloth bears and Blackbuck. Itinerary: Day 1: Board 17411Mahalaxmi Express at 21:23 at Kalyan. Overnight in train. Day 2: Reach Kolhapur at 7:20 and leave for Hornbill resort. Reach the resort by 9:00. Check in. Post breakfast leave for nature trail. Day long outing in the forest, including visit to Nature Information Center, Konkan Kada, Wagh Zari & Paavan Khind. Have lunch in the forest. Return to the resort by evening. Dinner. Overnight in the resort. Day 3: Birding session early morning. Post breakfast visit 900 years old Sacred Grove (Devraai), Tea Gardens & a nursery spread over 45 acres. Visit Manoli dam (if time permits). Return to the resort. Check out and leave for Kolhapur. Board 17412 Mahalaxmi Express at 20:30. Overnight in train. Day 4: Reach Kalyan at 6:10. Tour ends. No of seats : 15Last date of booking: 20th august Cost: Rs 8500/- per head. Cost includes: Sleeper class railway travel from Mumbai to Kolhapur and back. Non AC road travel from Kolhapur to Chandoli NP and back. All trails/visits as per itinerary. All meals. Accommodation in deluxe rooms. Cost excludes: Food during travel. Personal expenses like cold drinks, mineral water etc. Anythi... Read more

Posted: 02 Aug 2015 03:00 AM PDT

Magical Mollem: 6th to 9th Nov, 2015: Amid the serenity of undisturbed wet deciduous forest, experience raw nature filled with wildlife right at the doorstep of your cottage. From the rare Malayan Night Heron to the Endemic Srilanka Frogmouth, to the Hump Nosed and Saw Scaled Vipers. From beautiful waterfalls to melodious chirping of birds, frogs and insects, to the beautiful fluttering of over 75 species of butterflies. For a nature lover, this is the place to be. Join us for an unforgettable experience to a place host to about 40 species of mammals, 200 species of birds, 150 species of amphibians, 20 species of snakes and more than 1,000 species of insects and other small creatures. Itinerary :Day 1: Leave for Madgaon at 22:45, by 12133 Mangalore Express.Day 2: Reach Madgaon at 7:00. Check in at hotel. Post lunch visit Tambdi Surla temple.Day 3: Visit Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary. Evening visit Sunset Point.Day 4: Boat Ride in Cumbharjua Canal for Birding and Crocodile Watching. Post lunch board 12052 Jan Shatabdi Express at 14:50, from Karmali. Reach Thane at 22:30. Tour ends. No of seats : 15Last date of booking: 20th august Cost: Rs. 10,800/- Cost Includes:Sleeper Class travel from Mumbai to Madgaon. 2nd seating travel from Karmali to Thane.Food: Veg and Non Veg. B/L/High Tea/D.Entry Charges, Boat Ride.Accommodation: In a decent, non A.C. resort on triple sharing.Expertise. Cost Excludes:Personal expenses like Mineral Water, Cold Drinks.Anything not mentioned in 'Cost Includes'. More Details : Booking is allotted on payment of registration amount.lt is mandatory to carry a valid photo ID / School ID to the camp. Please submit a photograph of the same along with the enrollment form at the time of booking.Railway reservations open 120 days in advance, so confirm your booking before that to avail Upgraded AC train journeys / kids and senior citizens consessional railway fares.Those making their own arrangements for rail / air travel will pay camp fees deducting the s... Read more