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Posted: 20 Aug 2015 12:48 AM PDT Dear Friends we invite you all for Monsoon Trek to Peb VikatGad Fort at Matheran on 2nd Aug 2015Some Information about the Fort:Place: Peb Fort (Vikatgad)Height: 2100 FTBase Village: NeralDistrict: RaigadDifficulty Level: MediumEndurance Level: MediumPeb is a fort located near Neral between Panorama Point (Matheran) and Nakhind to be precise. Peb Fort 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 the most beautiful one-day trek. The fort is also named as 'VikatGad'. We can clearly see the ridge connecting mountains of Matheran and Peb. When we stand here we feel that we are on the top of the world.The itinerary for trek is:Train Timing:CST – 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 amVithalwadi 07:14 amUlhas Nagar 07:16 amAmbernath 07:20 amBadlapur 07:27 amVangani 07:36 amShelu 07:40 amNeral 07:44 am(If you miss the train you miss the trek so make sure you are on time to catch the train.)Meeting at Neral station 7:45amTea & Breakfast at NeralIntroduction RoundStart Trek by 9:30 amReach Peb Devi Temple by 1:00 pmHave Lunch & Start Descending by 2:00 pmTake Taxi Till Neral Railway StationReach Neral Station by 5:30 pm.Evening Refreshment.Catch the train from Neral.Reach Dadar by 8 OclockExpenses for the Trek is 450 /- which is inclusive of Tea, Breakfast, Taxi charges from Matheran to Neral station , Guide and Mumbai Rangers AdministrationCharges if any ( Kindly carry lunch for the Day ) Buy Return Local Train Ticket from your respective staionsFor Registration call us:Nishant Sheth : 8879418581Amit Bhadouria :9819299164/7045655654Registration accepted only through phone call..Important things to carry :Water Bottle (3 ltrs)Lunch for the DayElectrol 1 packExtra pair of clothesCameraCapMedicines if requiredTrekking shoesMedical Disclaimer:Its Important to be fit before going for Treks. ... Read more |
Posted: 20 Aug 2015 12:06 AM PDT Dear Friends Mumbairangers invite you all for, Bike Ride to Saputara and Gira falls Gujarat on 29 30 Aug 2015 Saputara is a hill station municipality in the Dang district of Gujarat state in India.This hill station is on a plateau in the Dang forest area of Western Ghats (Sahyadri) range at an altitude of about 1,000 metres.Saputara means the 'Abode of Serpents' and a snake image on the banks of the river Sarpagana is worshiped by the Adivasis on Holi.Saputara has been developed as a planned hill resort with amenities like hotels, parks, swimming pools, boat club, theaters, ropeways and a museum. It is 172 kilometres (km) from Surat and 250 km from Mumbai. The Maharashtra state border is 4 km from Saputara. Excursions from Saputara can be made to The wild life sanctuary in the Mahal Bardipara forest, 60 km. and to Gira Waterfalls 52 km away.Sunrise Point: Offers the best view of Saputara and adjoining Malegoan. It is a walk of 1.5 km in the direction of Waghai. The name implies the point should only be visited at sunrise, but at any time of the day there is a panoramic view.The Ropeway: A ten minute ride across the valley to Sunset Point The places that we will be visiting are: Gira Fallssaputara lakesunrise point & sunset pointRopeway RideRose GardenTemple Some information about the ride: Destination: Saputara, Gujarat Route : Ghodhbandar-Virar-vapi-valsad-saputara Total Distance: 590 kms approx The itinerary for the Ride will be as follows: Day1, Saturday, 29 Aug 2015: Meeting Point : Fountain Hotel Ghodbundar RD at 6.00am Start riding by 6.15am,Breakfast EnrouteVisit Gira Falls EnrouteReach Saputara around Lunch TimeCheckin at hotelVisit to famous pointsDinnerDay offTotal Distance covered is 300Kms Day 2: Sunday, 30 Aug 2015, Wakeup at 6.30Post breakfast explore Remaining PlaceStart return journeyLunch EnrouteReach Mumbai by 8.30 Or 9.00 pm Tentetively.Total Distance covered is 290 Kms. Other details will be shared at meeting point. Mumbai Rangers Bike ride... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 10:17 PM PDT Trek info:Fort :RAIGAD Dist:Raigad HEIGHT:2851 FT Grade :Easy Endurance:Easy Shivthar Ghal also known as Sundarmath ,Sundarmath means Beautiful Monastery) , is a cave, about 34 km from Mahad, near Barasgaon, Maharashtra, India. Samarth Ramdas dictated Dasbodh to Kalyan Swami. Samarth Ramdas lived here for about 22 years. It is believed that this is where the first meeting between Shivaji Maharaj and Samarth Ramdas took place. The cave was discovered by Shri Shankarrao Deo of Dhule in 1930. The cave and surrounding area was renovated after Samarth Seva Mandal was formed in 1950. The campus includes the actual cave under the waterfall, Ramdas Swami temple, dining hall and accommodation. Between 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm, the visitors can have the prasad consisting of Moong Dal Khichadi and Shira. Shivthar Ghal Sundarmath Seva Samiti organizes various programs at this location. It was rediscovered by Shankar Shrikrishna Deo. Shivthar Ghal is Very Famous For Waterfall in Front Of cave . Raigad (Capital Fort Of maratha Empire) The historic Raigad fort was elevated as the capital of the maratha empire. Located in the Raigad district, Raigad fort is much more than a tourist spot. It is a sacred place of pilgrimage to many which has left an imprint of the grand vision of Hindavi Swarajya as cherished by Shivaji Maharaj. One of the most well preserved FORTS in Maharashtra Raigad fort is a must visit for every person in INDIA who is interested in history. There are many places to visit on raigad. Raigad houses the Samadhi of Shivaji Maharaj and a trip to Raigad is considered like a pilgrimage by many. The ruins of the fort and palace is well maintained. Raigad fort ruins consist of the queen's quarters, the bases of pillars, and watch towers in front of the palace grounds overlooking an artificial lake - Ganga Sagar. A replica of the original throne is in the public 'durbar' faceing the main doorway. We Are Going To Visit About Following Places Which Contains Some Places Which Ar... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 10:10 PM PDT WTA CLUB....Invites You All For One day Trek to Andharban _Tamhini Ghat on 6 Sept 2015 Info: Name:Andharban trek Altitude :2200 ft Region :Tamhini Ghat Type :Cross Country Trek Grade :Easy Endurance :Medium Andharban Trek Is Cross Country Trek .Old Trade Route That Connects Sahyadri Western Ghat Village To Kokan village.This Is All Descend Trek With Gradual Gradient .You Will Enjoy Lots Of Waterfalls Enroute.We Need To cross 2 to 3 Small Water Streams which leads Our Way to Dense Jungle .In day Light Sun rays not Able To Reach The Ground Due To dense Forest Thats Why It Named as Andharban (Dark Dense Forest) . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ The itinerary for the Event is as given below: 06th Sept 2015, Pick Up Point Shivajinagar 6:00 am (SHARP) Swargate 6.30 am _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Move To Base Village Introduction , Info About The Trek Breakfast Start Beautiful Trek Visit Waterfalls Reach Intermediate Village Lunch Resume Trek Reach Base Village Tea & Refreshments Visit Tamhini Ghat Waterfalls Start Return Journey Reach Pune 8.30 pm (+ - 1 hr) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ CONTRIBUTION: Rs 950/- INR per head which includes, Pune To Pune Travelling By Private Non Ac Bus 1 Breakfast+Tea,1 Lunch,Evening Tea+Refreshments Expertise charges _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ For Confirmation Of Seat Kindly Make Payment To Following Account: ACNT NAME:WILD TREK ADVENTURE CLUB BANK NAME:ICICI ACNT NO:000501059780 Branch: BUND GARDEN PUNE IFSC CODE: ICIC0000005 ACNT TYPE:SAVING *****NOTE: LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION 4 Sept 2015 Registrations Through Phone Calls Only. Kindly Contact For Registration Prasad Wagh: 7767083232 Sandip Wadskar :7875650999 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ THINGS TO CARRY- 1. Good sport shoes (compulsory). 2. Extra Pair of cloths, Towel, na... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 11:55 AM PDT Dear All, We @ शिखर वेध has planned two days Tour to Biggest Land Fort In Maharashtra Naldurg Fort and visits to Dhotri Fort, Solapur Fort, Siddheshwar Temple @ Solapur & Tuljabhavani Mata Temple @ Tuljapur on 5-6 September 2015 About Naldurg Fort Naldurg which was formerly a district headquarter is situated about 50 Kms. south-east of Osmanabad. The fort which is an interesting place has enclosed a surface of a knoll or plantain of basalt rock which is jutted out into the valley or raving of the small river Bori. Along the rest of the cliff on three sides ran fortifications. bastion firmly built out have deseed basalt and are large enough to carry heavy guns. The entire circumference is about a mile and a half. The interior portion is covered with ruined walls and a half, the interior portion is covered with ruined walls and a vide road running up to the centre. The fort has many bastions amongst which are upli Buruj, which is the height point in the fort paranda Buruj , nagar Buruj, Sangam Burug, Sangram Buruj, Bands Buruj, poone Buruj, etc. Inside the fort there are remains of the walls and some of the building such a Barood kotha, Baradari, Ambarkhana, Rangaan mahal, Jali etc. Though the buildings are in ruins the remains give a impression that there night have been at one time the specious buildings. There are two tanks in the fort known as machali guns amongst which important are the "hathi toph" and magar Toph", The hathi Darwaza and the hurmukh and the hurmukh darwaza are the main gates of the fort. The most interesting building which connects the fort and the Ranmandala is the dam constructed across the bori river, the dam and the" pani mahal, which is built underaatch and in the middle of the dam were, constructed. During the reign of Ibrahim Adil shah II. The fort is said to have been originally built by a Hindu Raja who was a vassal of the Chalukya kings of kalyani. It was latter included in the dominions of the Bahamanis and was subsequently t... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 11:12 AM PDT Little Info About The Trek:Fort Height : 1900 FtType : Hill fortsFort Range : PalgharDistrict : ThaneGrade : Medium----------------------------------------------------------------------Tandulwadi is a hilltop fort which offers a great view of the confluence of rivers Vaitarna and Surya. Tandulwadi fort is situated about 5 km from Saphale Railway Station. This fort is one of the most beautiful spot for mumbaikars to visit in one day. In thirteenth century, King Bhimdevs kingdom comprised the cities of Shurparak (Nalasopara) and Mahikawati (Mahim). In 1454, Sultan of Ahmedabad captured Mahikawati. One Bhadurshah conferred the responsibility of Tandulwadi to a Mallik Allauddin. Later the fort was in the hands of Portuguese and then the Peshwas. There are remains of the fortification as we reach to the top. There is a square shaped water pond on the top of the fort. There is no water in any of these cisterns after monsoon. On this fort one can find herbs with medicinal values and different species of birds. It is located between forests and offers a thrilling climb in the last 45 minutes of the trek.------------------------------------------------------------------------The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:We will be starting with the Churchgate – Virar Fast Local (time-table given below).Pls reach the stations around 10 mins earlier, as missing this local will mean missing the trek. Note:Please take a return ticket upto Saphale.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------We will be traveling by a fast train from Churchgate which halts at Churchgate 6.29 amMumbai central 6.39Dadar: 6.46Bandra: 6.52Andheri: 7.00Borivili: 7.15Vasai road: 7.39Virar: 7.51 am:-From Virar we will take Dahanu Shuttle at 8:35am -:-Reach Saphale Railway Station by 9:00 am:-Breakfast at Saphale:-Travel to base village by Private VehicleA round of Introduction and Rules & Regulations. :-Start the trek to Tandulwadi Fort by 10:00 am:-Reach the ... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 08:27 AM PDT Dear Friends we at Mumbai Rangers invite you all for Thrilling Monsoon Trek to Bhimashankar temple via Ladder route (shidi ghat) on 30 Aug 2015. Leaving 29 Aug Sat night. Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirling's of India, a pilgrimage place approximately 3500 feet high up in the hills. The area around Bhimashankar is covered with thick dense jungle, is a Wildlife Sanctuary. The trek to It being Shiva's abode and one of the 12 swayambhu jyotirling's helps increase the attractiveness of Bhimashankar as a religious tourism destination. 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. 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 Bhima River originates at Bhimashankar Some Information about the Fort : Type: Hill FortHeight: 3500 Feet above MSL (Approx)Grade: Medium (5. hrs trek)Base Village: KhandasMeeting at : 11:00 pm at Dadar Central Station (Platform 4) or 01:15 am at Karjat Station. Trek Lead: Swapnil Kawad Train TimingCST Karjat Fast LocalMumbai CST 11:18 PMByculla 11:25 PMDadar 11:31 PMKurla 11:38 PMGhatkopar 11:42 PMMulund 11:54 PMThane 11:58 PMDombivili 12:10 AMKalyan 12:18 AMKarjat 01:09 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) The itinerary for trek is: Meeting at Karjat station 01:15AMTravelling till base via Tumtum or JeepHave Tea Breakfast early morningStart Early to finish Trek On timeReach top Bhimashankar Before lunch timeHave Lunch Explore main templeStart ... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 06:22 AM PDT THE TERN TRAVELLERS PRESENTS ONE DAY TREK TO TUNG FORT - KATHINGAD Tour Details: Date: 23rd August' 2015Place: Tung Fort (KATHINGAD)Type of Fort: Hill Fort Elevation: 1,075 m (3,527 ft)Duration: One Day Grade: Easy to Moderate Type of Activity: Trekking / AdventureRange: Sahyadris/Western Ghats Region: Lonavala, Ambi Valley District: PuneTrek Leader : Nabeel Ansari Detailed Itinerary for the trek: 0615Hrs: Report at Dadar T.T circle 0645Hrs: Pick up from Chembur 0700Hrs: Pick up from Vashi 0830Hrs: Reach Base Village 0845Hrs: Breakfast to be served (home cooked)0930Hrs: Start trek to Fort 1130hrs: Reach Top and explore 1230Hrs: Start Descend 1400Hrs: Reach Base and lunch served (home cooked)1430Hrs: Rest and explore vicinity 1500Hrs: Depart for Mumbai 1730Hrs: Reach Mumbai Trek concludes with fond memories and friends. ********************************************************************************* Trek Cost:04pax Rs .2200/- p.p08 pax Rs. 2000/- p.p08-12pax Rs. 1700/- p.p ************************************************************************************ Participants will be refunded the amount as per the group size. All bookings will be done once the full payment is received. FEES INCLUDES:- Transportation from Mumbai - Lonavala - Mumbai in a Non AC vehicle - Breakfast (home cooked)- Lunch (home cooked)- Tea and Snacks- Fruits, biscuits, sweets - Trail packet - First Aid Kit. ** Personal medicines to be carried by the participants.- Expertise Charges.- Adventure buddy FEES EXCLUDES :- Travel from CoO to pick up Points - Any personal expenses. (like mineral water, drinks, meals not prescribed, de-tour of vehicle to picnic spots, etc)- Any item NOT SPECIFIED in the above mentioned. NO REFUND will be entertained on cancellations. ***************************************************************************FOR ONLINE PAYMENT: Name: Nabeel M Ansari Bank: Bank of India Branch: Mandvi A/c No: 003210110003500IFSC code: BKID0000032Or cheque to be made in favor of "N... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 03:14 AM PDT Dear Friends We Invite you All for Tour to Valley Of Flowers of maharashtra Kaas Plateau & Thorseghar Waterfall Batch 1 6th September 2015,,Leaving 5 Sept nightBatch 2 13th September 2015,,Leaving 12 Sept nightBatch 3 20th September 2015,,Leaving 19 Sept nightBatch 4 27th September 2015,,,Leaving 26Sept night The Kaas Plateau also known as the "Kaas Pathar" is a plateau situated in the Western Ghat Sahyadri range, 22 kilometers from Satara city in Maharashtra state of India and is known for various types of wild flowers which bloom during August-September every year. The area of plateau is located at a height of 1200 mt and is approximately 1,000 hectare. The name Kaas originates from Kaasa tree (Elaeocarpus glandulosus). It has been declared as BiodiversityWorld Heritage Site by The United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco). The plateau is home to 850 species of flowering plants, of which 624 have entered the Red Data Book, a state document that lists species whose existence is threatened. As many as 39 species are found only in Kaas region. Some of the rare species found here include Dipcadi montanum, Ceropegia vincaefolia, Pleocaulus ritchiei and Drosera burmanii. This is also the reason why the place is popular with nature lovers, flora researchers and also photographers. Itenery: Day 1: Saturday NightMeeting point at Pritam Hotel Dadar East 10:45 pmpick up point Chembur 11:20 pmpick up point Vashi-11:50 pmDay 2: Sunday5.00 am - Reach Satara Take rest in Bus till 6.00 am.6.00 am - Tea and Breakfast. 7.00 am - Reach Kaas Plateau.7.00 am - 10.00 am Sight Seeing – Photography – Valley exploration.12.00 pm - Lunch.2.00 pm - Thoseghar Waterfall3.30 pm: Leave for Mumbai9.00 pm OR 10.00 pm: Reach Mumbai Approx Expenses for the Tour is 1700/- per person This includes:Travel From Mumbai To Mumbai in Non Ac Private Bus Morning Breakfast,Lunch and Evening Tea / Coffee (All veg)Entry Fees & MumbaiRangers Expertise Charges Excludes:Cam... Read more |
Posted: 19 Aug 2015 03:05 AM PDT Trekगुरु : 120ft. Vihi Waterfall Rappelling Date : 23 AUG 2015 Destination : Vihi-Kasara, ashoka Waterfall Hight : Approx 120 ft Grade : Thrilling Cost : 800 rs. Contact : PRAVIN 9821318848/9821465256 ----------- Dear trekkers, Trekगुरु invites you for 120ft. Vihi Waterfall Rappelling On 23rd AUG 2015 ---------- Event Schedule & Itinerary Catch CST - Kasara Fast Local CST 6:55 AM Byculla 7:02 AM Dadar 7:08 AM Kurla 7:15 AM Ghatkopar 7:19 AM Thane 7:35 AM Dombivili 7:47 AM Kalyan 7:54 AM Shahad 7:59 AM Ambivili 8:02 AM Titwala 8:08 AM Khadavli 8:15 AM Vasind 8:22 AM Asangaon 8:31 AM Atgaon 8:40 AM Khardi 8:50 AM Kasara 9:08 AM 09:15 AM : Meeting point - kasara station 09.20 AM : Move to base village vihi Reach vihi village Breakfast Rapelling session Lunch 04.00 pm : Kasara station 07.00 pm : Mumbai (Tentatively) ---------- Cost - 800 rs ---------- Include - > Transportation Kasara - vihi village - Kasara by jeep/tumtum/tempo > Breakfast - lunch > Rapelling charges > Expertise charges ---------- Things To Be carried: Identity proof (must) Scarf For Ladies (Must) A bottle of water (atleast 3 Ltrs), Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes (must) Binocular, Camera, Cap, etc. (Optional) Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc Medicine those if u require usually A good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks A haversack to put in all the things to be carried... ---------- To confirm his/her registration needs to deposit advance payment (500rs) into the following bank account (Please write your name in description) Account Details Bank Name: BANK OF MAHARASHTRA Account ID: 20059830445 Account Type: Savings Bank Account Account name: PRAVIN P. KAMBLE Branch: BHOIWADA - MUMBAI IFSC code: MAHB0000563 ---------- Contact detail Pravin : 9821318848 9821465256 -------------------- -------------------- Do's, Dont's & Facts - Rains showers are expected, so pack your bags accordingly. - Pack your stuff with an extra polythene lining to protect t... Read more |