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Posted: 04 Aug 2015 11:14 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for One Day Trek To Tikona Fort on 16 Aug 2015 with MumbaiRangers Tikona Fort (Vitandgad fort), is a major hill fort in Maval region near the Lonavala. Tikona fort, literally means triangle fort, had witnessed many dynasties ruled in the Maratha region. This was the nerve centre of the many activities of entire Malwan Pawna regions. The small hamlet close to the fort is Tikona peth. The fort's mammoth entrance is a special attraction. It is also a great trekking destination for the adventurous tourists. One can get the eye catching views of the Pawna Dam and the forts at Visapur, Tung and Lohagad. The fort encloses a lake, Satvahan caves and the temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev'. The fort was built during the Silhara dynasty. There is a temple on top of the peak. The view of the Pawna dam, Kathingad and valleys from the top is breathtaking. Little Information about the Fort:Type: Hill FortHeight: 3500 ft Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: EasyDistrict: Lonavala.Base Village: Tikona PethMeeting Point : Sunday early Morning pritam hotel dadar east 6 oclock pick up point vashi 6:45 am below vashi bridge Travel by private non ac bus till the Base Village.Reach Base Village by 09:30amBreakfast at Base villageStart our trek by 10:30amReach the Top, Lunch, Explore (Lunch Self carried)Start descend Reach the base till 03:00pmEvening Tea Snacks at Base villageReaching Mumbai by 8.00pm tentatively For Registrations call Mumbai Rangers:Amit Bhadouria: 9819299164/7045655654Nishant seth 8879418581 Registration accepted only through phone call. The cost for the trek will be INR 900/- per head,which includes: Travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai in Private Non ac bus, Morning Tea & Breakfast and Evening Tea Snacks. Guide and Mumbai Rangers Expertise Charges. Important things to be carried :Identity proof (Must),Lunch for the dayA bottle of water ( 2 Ltrs),Camera (Optional),Cap etc,Medicine those if u require usually (Optional), 1 The leader's decision wi... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 10:48 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for One Day Trek to Kothaligad (Peth) Fort on 16 Aug 2015 with MumbaiRangers Kothaligad (also called Kotligad or Kothligad) is a small Fort (3100 ft) is situated to the east of Karjat near Karjat-Murbad Road in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is one of the famous treks in the Karjat area, because of its small height and easy climbing. It is also known as the Fort of Peth because of its vicinity to Peth village at its base. There is a small temple and large cave at the base and a chimney like tunnel to the top of the fort. This pinnacle is carved from inside forming a staircase reaching the top. There is a tank of water at some distance from the cave and another one at the top of the fort. This tunnel is the high point of the trek, with its funnel like structure and steps along the inside in a steep ascent to the very top. Some info about the fort:Type : Hill fortsFort Range : KarjatDistrict : RaigadGrade : EasyHeight : 3100 ft.BaseVillage: PethTrek Leader : swapnil kawad. Detail Plan :Meeting at Karjat stationTravel by jeep or tumtum till base village09:30 – Base Village09:30-10:30– Getting fresh & breakfast10:30-13:00 – Trekking ( reach to top)13:00-14:00 – Lunch break14:00-16:30 – Reach to base16:30-17:30 – Evening snaks18:30 – Karjat Station for return jouney.Reach Mumbai by 8 oclock… 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 am THINGS TO CARRY-1. Good trekking shoes2. Water (2 ltrs)3. Lunch5. Optional – Camera, Cap, etc.,Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.A haversack to put in all the things mentioned above Expenses for the Trek is 600/- per person.Travel expenses from Karjat to Karjat, Morning & Evening Tea Breakfast, Guide & Mumbai Rangers ... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 10:09 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Independence day Trek to Matheran via Garbett Point on 15 Aug 2015 With MumbaiRangers Matheran has garnered a reputation of one of the most favourite hill-stations around Mumbai for some reasons. The bountiful rains, good greenery and waterfalls around. Garbett Plateau is located in the south – west direction of Matheran, offering a 360 degree view of one of our all time favourite hill stations. Matheran is Famous & splendid hill station in Maharashtra, it covers an area of 8 square kilometers in Sahyadris. This Fantastic spot was discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the collector of Thane district. Garbett point is located on South-west side of Matheran with grand view of the plateau.Climate here is very cool with some breath taking views. Some Information about the Place : Type: Hill FortHeight: 2625 Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: MediumDistrict: RaigadRange: MatheranBase Village: DiksalTrek Leader : Deepak Rao Meeting at : 07:51am Bhivpuri Station. Train TimingCST – Karjat Fast LocalCST – 06:10 amByculla – 06:18 amDadar – 06:24 amKurla – 06:31 amGhatkopar – 6:35 amThane – 6:50 amDombivali – 7:02 amKalyan – 7:10 amBhivpuri 07:51 am If you miss the train you miss the trek so make sure you are on time to catch the train. People may board the same Karjat train from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second boggy from CST side) 08.00 Hrs: Breakfast09:00 Hrs: Ascend11:30 Hrs: @ Garbett Plateau12:30 Hrs: Garbett Point12:30-13:30 Hrs Explore, Rest and Lunch14:30 Hrs: Dasturi Naka17:00 Hrs: Neral stationWe'll reach Mumbai by 19.00 Hrs(Tentative). Expenses for the Trek is 450 /– which is inclusive of Morning Breakfast Tea, Taxi from Matheran to Neral Station, Evening snacks & tea, Guide, Mumbai Rangers Administration Charges if any ( Kindly carry lunch for the Day ) For Registration call us:Nishant Sheth : 8879418581Amit Bhadouria :9819299164/7045655654Registration accepted only throug... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 09:20 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Independence Day Trek to Harihar fort With Mumbairangers on 15 Aug 2015 Leaving 14 Aug Friday Night Type : Hill fortsFort Range : TrimbakeshwarDistrict : NashikEndurance : EasyDifficulty : MediumHeight : 3676 ftTrek Leader: Nitin Kambli Harihar, also called Harish Fort, is 6.43 km west of Trimbak and 1,120.44 metres (3,676 feet) above sea-level. The trek to Harihar Fort is short yet tiring.The last 200 feet of the hike is a nerve-racking climb through steep rock cut stairs inclined at 80 degrees. The descent is particularly exhilarating as youhave to climb down and at one point face a sheer 500 ft drop. The architecture of the stairs is so diverse and outstanding and offers spectacular and occasionally scary views of the valley below. The fort is situated amidst the huge Vaitarna dam and the Trimbakeshwar mountain ranges offer stunning views of the area around. 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.The water flows away from this region because of the one – sided slope of Sahyadris. 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. It was one of the forts in the possession of the Ahemadnagar Sultans. Captain Briggs from the British army visited the fort in 1818, and left a fairly detailed description. He described the ascent as truly wonderful.In 1636 Harihar, Trimbakgad, Tringalvadi and a few other Poona forts were given by the Marathas to the Mughals. Hariharwas one of the seventeen str... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 07:31 AM PDT

This monsoon let's enjoy the green fields and water of Mahuli. We are not going for tiring trek but to enjoy water and local hospitality. Meeting place : Asangaon station 7.30 am Contribution : Rs. 250 Charges include: breakfast, lunch and tea, travel from Asangaon station to Mahuli by ST bus Things to carry: Identity proof ,dry snacks and Water  Medicine you needed. extra pair of clothes For Details  Abhishek : 9029162721  

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 06:59 AM PDT

WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB, " are glad to invite you all for Thrilling Trek To Bhimashankar Ascend Via Shidi & Descend Via Ganesh Ghat On 08 & 09th Aug 2015.Website Link:http://wildtrekadventure.com/wta-club-pune-trek-to-bhimshankar-via-shidi-ganesh-ghat-on-8-9-aug-2015/District:RaigadHeight:3300 ftGrade:MediumEndurance :Hard  _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ INFO:Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlings of India, a pilgrimage place approximately 3500 feet high up in the hills. The area around Bhimashankar is covered with thick dense jungle. The Maharashtra Government has also declared it a Sanctuary.The Temple :The temple of Bhimashankar is around 1200 – 1400 years old and is built on the Hemad Panthi style. There are very beautiful sculptures and paintings on the roof and pillars of the temple. In the outer corridor of the temple we can see a sculpture of the god seated on a throne accompanied by his pallbearers holding an umbrella over his head. At the front of the temple hangs a huge metal bell cast in 1729. There is also a 15-20 feet high "Deepmala" or lamppost in the outer corridor of the temple. There is also an inscription on stone on this lamppost. It is to be noted that the original name of the river Chandrabhaga at Pandharpur is Bhima. This Nikhil Bhimani​ River originates at Bhimashankar.Ways To Reach :To reach Bhimashankar, you have to reach Karjat from Mumbai. Those from Pune can reach Karjat either from Swargate or by train. The base village Khandas is around 34 km from Karjat. One can reach Khandas by either the S.T. Bus or the jeeps / rickshaws that ply in this route. The most frequented routes to Bhimashankar from Khandas are the Shidi Ghat and Ganesh Ghat.Ganesh Ghat :There is a bridge around 2 km from Khandas. The track going to the right from this bridge is the Ganesh Ghat route. This is the easiest route to Bhimashankar. Along this route one reaches a Ganesh temple within an hour of trekking. The route ahead ... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 06:52 AM PDT

After 8 batches (235 participants) WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB glad to invite you all for New season "Dudhiware Waterfall Rappelling Batch 9 ON 8th Aug 2015 Rappelling & Trekking are two different aspects of adventure.Rappelling is technique in which we descend down the rock cliffs using rope and other mountaineering equipments with 100 % safety. So Here We Are Welcome You For Real Thrill And Fun At Dudhiware Waterfall Rappelling. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ RAPPELLING AT DUDHIWARE WATERFALL (145 ft APPROX): SCHEDULE: Sunday 08th Aug 2015 Pune Members Meeting point at Shivajinagar In Front Of Maharashtra Bank ------6.30 am (sharp) Mumbai Members Pickup At Lonavala stn 8.15 am Reach Dudhiware (9.00 am) Breakfast ,Introduction , DO'S & DONT'S Move to Rappelling base INSTRUCTIONS & PRINCIPLES OF RAPPELLING SHORT LESSON FROM CERTIFIED MOUNTAINEERS Start Rappelling one by one LUNCH Resume Rappelling session Wind up & equipment Collection Move to lonavala/Pune by Private travels Reach Loanavala 6.30 pm Reach Pune 8.00 pm Contribution:950 /- INR _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Includes MUMBAI MEMBERS: LoanavalaTo Loanavala Travelling By Private Non AC Bus,Rappelling Charges ,1 Breakfast,1 Lunch .. ,Certified Expertise,First Aid Branded Equipment ,Changing Cabins AND LOT OF ADVENTURE & THRILL ,FUN. PUNE Members: Pune To Pune Travelling By Private Non AC Bus,Rappelling Charges ,1 Breakfast,1 Lunch .. ,Certified Expertise,First Aid Branded Equipment ,Changing Cabins AND LOT OF ADVENTURE & THRILL ,FUN. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ For Confirmation Of Seat Kindly Make Payment To Following Account: (MAX 50 seats ) Account Name:WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB Bank Name:ICICI Account No:000501059780 Branch: BUND GARDEN PUNE IFSC CODE: ICIC0000005 Account Type:SAVING _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ *****NOTE: LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION 7 Au... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 05:58 AM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Independence day Trek to Ratangad with Mumbairangers on 15 Aug 2015 (Leaving 14 Aug friday Night) Ratangad was captured by Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosle and was one of his favorites. Route Mumbai – Kasara – Igatpuri – Bhandardhara – Ratanwadi Pravara river orginates in Ratangad. The local legend has it that Agatya rishi meditated and performed penance in Ratangad. At that place two drops of'Amrut' was dropped and water started flowing out from Ratangad continuously resulting in the river Pravara hence the name 'Amrutvahini' Ratangad a 400 year old fort at a height of 4250ft is, as per folklore also one of the favourite forts of Shivaji Maharaj. The Wilson dam and Arthur lake,Kalsubai Peak,The Amruteshwar temple and the Randha Falls – the region in the Sahyadris sorrounding Ratangad is truely a little paradise, a secret well kept, andRatangad true to its name is like a jewel in its majestic crown. Ratangad is really a fortification within Ratan Wadi, Maharashtra, Indian, looking over the actual location associated with Bhandardara, among theearliest synthetic catchment region. The actual fortification is all about 2150 years of age. Ratangad features a organic stone top having a holeinside it at the very top which is sometimes called 'Nedhe' or even 'Eye from the Needle'.Some information about the place: Type: Hill FortGrade: MediumEndurance level: MediumHeight: 4255 ft.Base Village: Ratanwadi The itinerary for trek is: Meeting at : Pritam Hotel Dadar East 11.00 pm (Leaving 14 Aug 2015 friday Night)Pick up Points : Nitin Company Junction , Thane 11.45 pm. Reach Base Village by 04:30amBreakfast at the base villageIntroduction RoundFresh up and start the ascend at 06:30amReach Top by 9:30am, Explore the FortHave Lunch (self carried)Start Descending by 12 oclockReach Base Village by 02:30pmEvening snacks at base village.Start our Return Journey by 04:00pm Reach Mumbai by 09:00pm. Expenses for the Trek is 950/-which includes breakfast... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 04:29 AM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Trek to Mount Kalsubai highest peak of Maharashtra with Mumbairangers on 16 Aug 2015,Leaving 15 Aug 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 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 15 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 Journey b... Read more

Posted: 04 Aug 2015 04:18 AM PDT

WATERFALL RAPELLING AT VIHI WATERFALL ON 16 AUGUST 2015 (Batch 2) Dear Hikers & Trekkers Pearl Trek and Tours organise a Waterfall Rapelling at Vihi Waterfall on 16 August 2015 Brief : Location: Kasara. Height: Approx 120 feet Grade: Medium. Max size :35.   Rappelling (English Name) also known as abseiling (German Name) is a method of a quick and safe descend after a climb. It's an act of descending a mountain face by sliding down a rope, which is attached to a body harness and fastened to an overhead projection, with sufficient friction provided as to make the speed of descent controllable.The only difference here is we will be rappelling down through a flowing waterfall, pouring water on us as we come down.It's the best exercise to overcome the fear of height. Feel the thrill of suspension at the height of about 100 feet's. Come experience the incredible feeling of success and accomplishment when you touch the ground.NOTE: The cost of this event is Rs. 800/- which includes Breakfast, Lunch, Private transport and Rapelling charges Trek Schedule: People interested should get into this local from their respective stations with Kasara Return ticket in Second last Compartment. From kasara we will reach the base village Vihi by Local Transport. Catch  Kasara Slow Local(N)  Mumbai CST   5:00 am  Byculla             5:07 am  Dadar               5:17 am  Kurla                5:28 am  Ghatkopar      5:34 am  Bhandup         5:44 am  Thane              5:54 am  Dombivali       6:16 am  Kalyan          6:24 am  Titwala         6:39 am  Kasara          7:46 am Payment Details: One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. Registration is on first come first serve basis.  Your confirmation is considered only after receiving the registration amount. For Booking please transfer RS 800 into following account : Deposit full Amount in following A/C…… Bank of Maharashtra            Name – Michael Dsouza A/C -  Saving Accoun... Read more