Konkan - Abundant Natural Beauty
Date : 24th to 26th May 2013
Meeting Point : 5.00am at Girgaon, (5.30am at Dadar)
Participation Fee : Rs. 3700/- per person (Guest Fee Rs. 50/-)
(Charges includes - Transport by privet vehicle Dadar to Dadar, Lunch,Dinner,b/f n tea)
Kokan Route :
24th May 2013 : Mumbai – Dapoli – Panhalekaji caves and panhaldurga –Dapoli – Harnei – Suvarnadurga, Goagad, Fatehgad and Stay at Aasood village.
25th May 2013 : Small Trek fm Aassod to Keshawraj Temple – Anjarle – Kelshi - Velas – Bankot Fort – N/H at Harihareshwar
26th May 2013 : Harihareshwar Sight seen, escort beach, start our journey to Mumbai via Diveagar
Panhalekaji Caves: The famous rock-cut caves are situated on the bank of the river Kotjai which further meets the Dabhol creek. These historical manmade caves are believed to be more than 1000 years old and are the great examples of ancient cultural and architecture. There are a total 29 rock cut-caves, both big and small spread along the river bank. You can find Buddhist as well as Hindu religious rock sculptures similar to Anjantha caves. There are sculptures of Ganesh, Saraswati and scenes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana on the walls.You can also take a walk along the river bank to enjoy the flora and fauna on both sides. Jungle covered mountains lie on both sides of the river. There is also a fort called "Pranaldurg" at top of the mountain. Every visitor feels in harmony with the nature, which breathtakingly unfolds around the river. In this remote area you can see variety of birds flying around and you may also get chance to spot Asian river otters.
Harnai port is the main fishing village. Every evening hundreds of fishing boats come back after fishing and gather to auction their catch. You can also participate into the fish auction and bid for fish of your choice. It is an unforgettable experience for all seafood lovers. Watching fish auctions has become one of the major tourist attractions at Harnai.
Suvarnadurg, Kanakdurg, Goa Fort and Fategad. Suvarnadurg is a shore fort and surrounded by sea on all sides. It was conquered and refurbished by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 1660. It was also a base for the Maratha navy ship-building facility. Suvarnadurg fort was the base for Kanhojee Angrey who was the chief of Maratha Navy. Kanhojee Angrey spent his childhood in Suvarnadurg fort, of which he was later the Governor. He set up powerful fleet of warships to protect the western coast of Konkan from British, French, Dutch and Portuguese attacks. Suvarnadurg fort is a landmark in Konkan.
Aasood : Shree Keshavraj temple is located amidst lush green land, a perennial stream and rolling hills. You can park your car on the Asud Bag road and take a 15 minute trek through coconut, betel nut, mango and cashew trees to reach here. The natural spring originates at the hill top and flows down to the front of the temple supplying water to the stone carved cow mouth (Gomukh) throughout the year. The surroundings are calm and tranquil interrupted only by the harmonious chirping of birds.Anjarle is one of the finest places in Konkan. It is just 20 km from Dapoli. It is famous for the ‘Kadyawarcha Ganpati’ (Ganesh temple situated on a cliff). This ancient and magnificent Ganesh temple was originally constructed using wooden pillars in around 1150. Later it was renovated during 1768 to 1780. Earlier people used to cross Anjarle creek (Jog River) in a boat and then climb the hill using steps that go through the Anjarle village. Recently a bridge has been constructed and you can take your car right up to the entrance of the temple.
Bankot Fort : The name Bankot is derived from "Bavanna Kot" a Marathi phrase meaning fifty-two forts. Shivaji Maharaj captured this tiny fort and added it to Swarajya, which was the fifty second fort and hence the name "Ban Kot". It is a coastal area on the Arabian Sea with attractive beaches.
Harihareshwar is renowned tourist spot in Konkan for its temples and beaches. Moreover, it is said as Devbhumi or Temple Town. Harihareshwar alone have two beaches- one, that is in front of Harihareshwar Temple, and other in front of Greengate Resort. Harihareshwar is an evergreen place and one may visit it in any season. It is placed in the heart of nature and bounded with Sahyadri’s hills. One can spend his three or four days of holiday without fed up. There is no problem of stay in Harihareshwar as there are MTDC (a Governmental body) and few private Resorts, also some Beds and Breakfasts that provide stay in home. Harihareshwar Beach is well set up beach.THINGS TO CARRY-
1. Good footwear(Mandatory).
2. Extra Pair of cloths,Towel, napkin.
3. Water (2 ltr minimum).
4. TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
5. Cap / Gog / Camera (optional).
6. Insect repellent cream/ sun protecton cream (optional).
7. Slippers or floaters (just to relax your feet before & after the trek) (optional)
8. Personal small medical kit. (if u require usually/Optional)
9. Tea cup, glass, spoon, plate.(compulsory)
10. Other things as per your choice.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other valuable ornaments.
Please call for more details & booking :
Amol Joshi - 9821562075 /9969963430
Gaurav Kelkar - 9773586223
Rugved Khatu - 9890827655
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Payment details:
One needs to deposit the full amount into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. (Kindly call before depositing to check the availability of seats)
SBI a/c no: 30018622758 S/A in the name of SHEETAL AMOL JOSHI.
Branch: GIRGAON (MUMBAI) (374).
Make the confirmation soon to avoid further disappointment cause seats are limited
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Trek-O-Phy