Posted: 29 Sep 2015 06:30 AM PDT

2nd October to 8th October is the National Wildlife week..And this year we @ Nisargamitra Panvel invite you to celebrate it by showing off your Photography skills. Yes you heard it right.
We are organizing an Online Photography Contest for the National Wildlife Week.
2nd October to 8th October is the National Wildlife week..And this year we @ Nisargamitra Panvel invite you to celebrate it by showing off your Photography skills. Yes you heard it right.
We are organizing an Online Photography Contest for the National Wildlife Week.
The theme of this contest is “Wildlife from my eyes, through my lens”
To participate in this event all you need to do is send in your Original Hi-resolution Wildlife Photographs with a brief description of what you have captured via email. The entries will be screened on the basis of maximum likes on Our Website and Facebook Page and judged by a team of wildlife experts and experienced photographers.
Winners of the competition will be awarded with exciting prizes.
All the entries should be attached with a document file giving the description of the picture, name of the Photographer, Camera used to capture the image and Contact details of the participant and sent to ‘info@nisargamitrapanvel.com’
Terms Of Participation:
1. Only 1 entry per participant will be registered.(So send in only your best one)
2. The Competition is held online and the Pictures will be posted on Our Website and Facebook Page. (Make sure your image is Original and you may put a watermark.)
3. Only participants residing in the State of Maharashtra are entitled to the awards.(Out of state entries may be featured but are not entitled to the prizes)
4. The images have to be in a .jpeg format and should be supported by evidence of originality if questioned by the Organizers. (Spam entries from the internet not welcomed)
5. Results will be announced on our Website – ‘www.nisargamitrapanvel.com’ and Our Facebook Page on 11th October 2015 (Sunday).
6. Nisargamitra Panvel solely reserves all rights for the competition. (No claims and complaints of any sorts regarding the competition and its contents will be entertained)
7. Last Date of Submitting photo is 9th October 2015.
Nisargamitra
Panvel 410206
info@nisargamitrapanvel.com
+91 9987290759
For More Details Please Visit
http://nisargamitrapanvel.com/events/view/EVSK10000013
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Posted: 01 Oct 2015 09:30 AM PDT

Alang Madan Kulang also known as AMK in short can be called as the toughest trek to attempt in Sahyadri.This season Team Mapping Journeys in collaboration with SKT brings the toughness to you with more than 5 batches.Its the best time to visit these forts now ie after the rains, as the path leading to the caves become difficult during the monsoon. Best time to visit is between October and January. Post which the water is less in the water tanks.
Join us fr this Endurance Tester!
Details :
Dates : 2nd Oct – 4th Oct(Departure on the night of 1st October)
Type : Hill Fort
Duration : 3 Days and 2 NightsHeight : 4852 – 4841 – 4822ftRegion : Igatpuri – Kalsubai
Grade : Tough (Only For Experienced Trekkers)
Cost : Rs. 2700/-
Alang fort :Alang Fort (also Alangad) is a fort in Nashik district, Maharashtra, India. It is one of the three forts, the others being Madangad and Kulang, in the Kalsubai range of the Western Ghats. They are the most difficult to reach forts in Nasik District. A dense forest cover make these treks difficult. These three forts are a little neglected due to very heavy rains in the area and a difficult confusing path to the forts
Kulang fort :Being in the same region of the three forts the climb to Kulang is the most difficult. On the way up climbing we come across patches of rock cut steps. It take 6 hours to reach from Kulanwadi to the fort. On the fort we can see around 5 water cisterns. Form here we could also see Mahuli with the 3 pinacles. One can also stay at the caves here.
Madan fort :The time taken to reach here is roughly 3-4 hours after leaving Kulung fort. Over here rock climbing would be required as the wall of the steps was destroyed during the cannon fire. Use of a fixed rope is required. There is one large cave on this fort and 2 water cistern. The top of the fort is a huge plateau. On the fort, there are two caves, a small temple and 11 water cisterns. Remnants of buildings are spread over the fort. Kalasubai, Aundh Fort, Patta and Bitangad are to the east of the fort, Harihar, Trymbakgad and Anjaneri to its north and Harishchandragad,Aajobagad, Khutta (pinnacle), Ratangad and Katrabai to its south.
Itinerary :
Meeting point :
1st Oct 2015, 01:30 am.
The meeting point will be at Kasara station near ticket counter. All participants must board the following local from their respective stations : CST-KASARA
Train Timings :
10:50 pm – Cst.
11:05 pm – Dadar.
11:13 pm – Kurla.
11:18 pm – Ghatkopar.
11:30 pm – Mulund.
11:34 pm – Thane.
11:57 pm – Dombivli.
12:07 am – Kalyan.
01:18 am – Kasara.
Cost : 2700rs per person. (Full Payment)
or
Booking Amount : Rs. 1000/- (Rest to be paid on the event day)
Day 1 : 2nd Oct, 2015.
01:30 am – Reach Kasara Station.
02:30 am – Start the Journey.General Introduction, and travel upto Ambewadi.
04:00 am – Rest for 2 hours and gather the energy required for the heavy trekking ahead.
06:30 am – Wake up call.
07:30 am – Breakfast.
08:00 am – Start the trek, Reach the spot between Alang and Madan, climb the rock patch of Madangad.
Lunch break on Madangad top.
After lunch start Descending Madangad.
Reach the spot between Alang and Madan, start ascending Alang fort reach the cave.
Dinner and rest for the day.
Day 2 : 3rd Oct, 2015.
06:00 am – Wake up call, Breakfast, Explore Alang.
Start Descending Alang fort. Followed by trek towards Kulang fort.
Lunch enroute.
Reach the cave of Kulang fort.
Dinner and rest for the day.
Day 3 : 4th Oct, 2015.
06:30 am – Wake up, Breakfast, explore Kulang fort.
09:00 am – Start descending, Kulang fort, reach Ambewadi and have lunch.
03:30 pm – Travel towards Kasara.
05:30 pm – Reach Kasara.
Inclusions : Travelling from Kasara to Kasara.
Day 1 – Breakfast, Evening Tea, and Dinner.
Day 2 – Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea, and Dinner.
Day 3 – Breakfast, Lunch.
Technical Equipment charges.
Guide and Professional Expertise.
Exclusions :
Personal expenses Insurance of any kind
Medical hospitalization, evacuation and related expenses
Any item not covered under "inclusions"
Per Person Safety Equipments :
1 Helmet.
Carabiner &and descender pair.
Harness.
Tape Sling with Snap.
Knee Guard pair.
Elbow guard pair.
Gloves.
Maximum number of participants per batch : 30 (Last Date – 28th October)
All our explorations are nature-friendly. Smoking and consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited. If anyone found doing the same, will be debarred without refund from the exploration.
For confirmation of the seat, full/booking amount needs to be deposited prior to the event. Prior to making any payments please confirm about the seat availability by calling/whats app on the below given numbers.
Payment options:
Bank Name: ICICI Bank
Name: Ankita Phalle
Account No. 107401505442
IFSC Code: ICIC0001074
Branch: Thakur Complex Branch
For payment using credit/debit card/net-banking:
https://www.townscript.com/e/oct2ndamktrek2015
For other payment options, queries and registration,please contact :
+91 9867697306
+91 9867693107
Please read our Terms and Conditions and Cancellation Policy carefully, before registering for any Mapping Journeys events. http://mappingjourneys.com/archives/544
Website : http://www.mappingjourneys.com
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Posted: 01 Oct 2015 10:30 AM PDT

Hello Vibers, We are glad to invite you for Konkan Tour scuba diving special on 2nd October to 4th October 2015.
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Camp fire and fun at beach,
Delicious food
Enjoy the freshness of Kokan with Vibes Outdoors,
Great opportunity for photographers, Sea lovers and adventure lovers !!
After the rain ends, all of kokan looks like newly born, child of mother earth, sea is full of clean waters, plenty of sunlight, mouthwatering sea food,!!
We will explore the beautiful Malvan Area, during our two days visit !!
We will be covering, most beautiful part of konkan beaches, and some water activities with Scuba Diving !!!
Some pics from our last visit
Beautiful view of a calm Sea beach
https://www.facebook.com/sourabh.kurhade/media_set?set=a.497085987015891.1073741827.100001434824708&type=3
Malvan : Malvan is a town in Sindhudurg District, the southernmost district of Maharashtra. This culturally and historically important town is a Taluka place in Sindhudurg District. Malvan taluka consists of villages Aangnechi wadi, Achra, Khalchi Devli, Jamdul, Juva, Pankhol and Sarjekot. Malvan is wellknown for its historical monument, the Sindhudurg fort, which is beautiful and vast in area. Malwani Folk are very hardworking and helpful. The main occupation here is fishing. The staple diet of Malvani people is fish and rice.It is also known for its variety of mangos (Malvani Hapus – Alphonso). Sweets such as Malvani Khaja (Made from Gram – besan flour and coated jaggery) and Malvani Ladoos are famous across the state.A very important part of Malavni culture is a Malvani Dashavtar, a drama-play based on mythological stories. There are many interesting places to visit in Malvan and this can be noticed with the recent increase in forieng visitors to this region.
Malawan Fort :
The name of this fort is given to Sindhudurg district. Tourists from all over the world visit this great sea fort. Sindhudurg was built with the help of huge rocks on the 'Kurte’ island, which amazes people, and one appreciates the vision and foresight of "Great Maratha King Shivaji ".
Bharadi devi : Bharadi Devi(goddess) is one goddess one just can’t think of missing when one is in Malvan. This is the famous "active goddess" situated at Anganewadi, 14 kms from Malvan. Angnewadi is the small hamlet of Masure village. The Bharadi devi (goddess) is very famous for her wish-fulfilling power. Devotees express their wish before her and once the wish is fulfilled they come to express their gratitude
Witness the Water World (Pic Courtesy Internet)
Tarkarli Beach : Tarkarli is a narrow stretch of beach with pristine waters, located at the convergence of the Karli River and the Arabian Sea. This place has gained prominence because of its transparently clear seas, where on a fairly sunny day, one can see the sea- bed up to a depth of 20 feet. This beach can be rightly called as 'Queen Beach' of Sindhudurg. Sea and sand blending in enchanting natural harmony, gracefully cruising boats in calm and cool river waters add to the beauty of this beach.
Kunkeshwar Temple :
Kunkeshwar
Kunkeshwar Temple, an ancient Shiva Temple is located in Kunkeshwar village, 14 Kms from Devgad town. A pristine beach with a very long stretch of seashore and white sand adds to the beauty of temple surroundings.
Rameshwar : Some destinations own such historical peculiarities which sets them apart from other ones. Place named Achara is one of them. It's a small village in Malvan Taluka. We are all aware that in historical times people were gifted with "Inams, Jagirs or Watan(land)" by kings or emperors for their achievements. Achara too is Inam or Jagir, but it's owner or Inamdar (landowner) is not a layman. Chhatrapati Shambhu Raje of Kolhapur gave this Inam to Shri Dev Rameshwar ( i.e. Lord Shiva). Achara boasts the historical temple of Lord Shiva, popularly known as 'inamdar Shri Dev Rameshwar' Architecture of the temple is grand and spectacular.
Parshuram Temple : In this village(Achara) there is a well known temple of Bhagwan Parshuram because of it this village got this name. Tourists who want to enjoy natural beauty of this area should reserve some time during the trip.
People here used to know time from the sound from cannon. This temple is an excellent example of ancient sculpture. The atmosphere of this temple fascinates everyone. Calm and beautiful nature and idol of Parshuram made up of black stone and other idols charming appearance take us in different world. The building of this temple is also an excellent example of architecture.
Vijay-Durg (pic Courtesy Internet)
Vijay Durg(pic-courtesy-Internet)
Vijaydurga Fort : The oldest fort on Sindhudurg coast constructed in the regime of Raja Bhoj of shilahar dynasty in 1205 (construction period 1193-1205). The fort was earlier known as “Gheria” as it is situated in the village “Girye. The earlier fort encompassed area of 5 acres and was surrounded by sea on all the 4 sides. Over the years the eastern trench was reclaimed and the road was constructed theron. Presently the area of fort is about 17 acres and is surrounded by Arabian sea on its three sides. (1 acre= 4840 sq yards).
The Architectural marvel:
1) The 200m long, undersea/underland tunnel from the fort to the Dhulap's palatial house in the village is man-made. The roof of the tunnel has been pinched to protect it from land-slides and it is also well ventilated. Now the tunnel is partially blocked. Using latest technology if this tunnel is cleared it will be a major tourist attraction and will be of great help for architectural students/history lovers.
2) The fencing compound wall constructed at 8-10 m depth undersea, 300ft from the fort is another architectural wonder. The wall constructed with laterite stones is 122 mtr long, 3 mtr high & 7 mtr in breadth. Majority of attacking ships met their watery grave after colliding on this wall as this wall is not visible above the sea level.
Detailed Schedule:
Meeting point:
on Thursday, 1st October 2015
23:00 Hrs at Dadar(Near Pritam Hotel)
23:15 Hrs: Departure
Day 1: Friday 2nd October 2015
08:00 Hrs: Breakfast en-route.
12:30 Hrs: Check in @ Malvan
13:00 Hrs: Home cooked food, (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali – Prawns Curry.)
14:00 Hrs: Scuba Diving ( Surface Supply – 20-30 mins each )
17:00 hrs: Tarkarli Beach(sunset )
19:00 Hrs: Snacks & Tea
19:30 Hrs: Free time for Malvan Market / Beach / etc. (Optional)
21:00 Hrs: Dinner (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali – Paplet / Surmai Fish as available)
22:00 Hrs: Camp fire and fun at beach
Stay at Malvan.
Day 2: Saturday, 3rd October 2015
06:30 Hrs: Beach trail, Birds sighting, time spent with nature at private beach.
07:30 Hrs: Breakfast – Tea Time en route.
08:30 Hrs: Dolphin Safari and Sindhudurg Fort visit.
11:00 Hrs: Bharadidevi temple, angnevadi Rameshwar Temple, Achara
12:30 Hrs: Lunch (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali)
14:00 Hrs: Rameshwar Temple, Achara
15:00 Hrs: Kunkeshwar
19:30 Hrs: Free time, Beach/ Market, Rock Garden in malvan (Optional)
21:30 Hrs: Dinner
22:00 Hrs: Camp fire and fun at beach
Stay at Malvan.
Day 3: Sunday, 4th October 2015
08:30 Hrs: Breakfast – Tea Time en route.
10:00 Hrs: Vijay-Durg fort.
12:00 Hrs: Ganpatipule (depends on time and traffic)
01:30 Hrs: Lunch & move towards Thane.
06:30 Hrs: Sunset sighting at beach on the way.
Day 4: Monday 5th October 2015
Reach Dadar @ 5am
The cost for the whole tour will be Indian Rupee 7800/- per head ( For Non Veg meals ) & Indian Rupee 7000/- per head ( For All Veg meals )
One needs to deposit Indian Rupee 3500/- (Non-refundable) advance amount for Booking Private Vehicle, Activity Charges, Boats, Food, Accommodation etc. into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Payment details:
Name of Current Acc Holder : VIBES OUTDOORS
Bank name : ICICI
Bank account number : 187905500086
Bank branch name and address : Kalyan Shivaji Chowk Branch
IFSC code for bank : ICIC0001879
For registration Please contact or SMS:
Contact :
Tushar 9890672593
Deepak 9422682020
Our Facebook Presence :
Vibes Outdoors
Email Us @
vibesoutdoors@gmail.com
For more info Visit :
http://vibesoutdoors.blogspot.in/2015/09/konkan-tour-scuba-diving-and.html
This includes
Dadar to Dadar transportation fare for private vehicle (Non-A/c),
Surface Supply Scuba Diving and Snorkelling,Dolphin Safari,
Boating charges,
Permissions and entry fees, Guide Charges,
Food ( Veg & Non Veg Thali as mentioned wherever limited and unlimited), Accommodations ( Rooms with 5 ppl sharing basis)
Seats will be first come 1st basis with Advance payment only …
Things to be carried:
A Water Bottle (~2-3 Ltrs),
Torch With Extra Battery (Must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Cap
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes, carry extra pair of shoes or floaters if possible
A haversack to put all these things
Regards,
Team Vibes Outdoors
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Posted: 01 Oct 2015 11:00 AM PDT