Mumbai Hikers Community 28.10.2015

Posted: 28 Oct 2015 12:55 AM PDT

Aurangabad District is one of the 36 districts of Maharashtra state in western India. It is bordered by the districts of Nashik to the west, Jalgaon to the north, Jalna to the east, and Ahmednagar to the south. Aurangabad is the headquarters and principal city. The district covers an area of 10,100 km².   Aurangabad district is a major tourism region in Marathwada. Aurangabad Place for sight seeing - Ajanta - Ellora- Bibi-Ka-Maqbara -Aurangabad Caves - Panchakki- Daulatabad Fort - Khuldabad - Ghrishneshwar Temple   Total tour cost - 3 Nights/ 4 Days Standard (S) plan - Rs. 6000/-   Tour Package Inclusive* Reurn train Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai Land Transport Jeep/ Car /Traveller Stay NonA/C/ A/c Room All tea, breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Entry fees   Tour Package Exclusive* All tea, meals during train journey All personal expenses Any kind of insurance coverage Any other thing not mentioned above   Note: 120 days' advance booking mandatory for hassle free travel, accommodation Cost in INR valid for Indian Nationals only and for Foreigners' / Tourist please mail us for cost *The cost for per person group of minimium Four (G4) Guests are requested to carry Original any Photo ID proof i.e. Pan Card/Passport / Driving Licence / Voter's ID along with them. Also submit a copy of the same at the time of booking.   Terms & Condition Email Confirmation is compulsory with payment for booking My Mera India reserves the right to change/modify or terminate the offer any time at its own discretion and without any prior notice.   The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:   Day1 Journey from Mumbai to Aurangabad by train reach afternoon Transfer hotel and rest Day 2 Early morning after breakfast tour starts from Ajanta caves and back Day 3 Early morning after breakfast we start to Ellora caves, Douladabad fort, Ghrishneshwar Temple, Aurangabad Caves Day 4 Early morning after breakfast enjoy Panchakki, Bibi-Ka-Maqbara after lunch Start return Journey to Mumbai from Aura... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 08:02 AM PDT

We at Wild Trek Adventures & Outdoors Pvt Ltd glad to invites you ALL for every hardcore trekkers dream trek "ALANG-MADAN-KULANG (A-M-K)" IN JUST 2 DAYS (Batch 6 ) on 28 & 29 Nov 2015 AMK Is undoubtedly One of the most Demanding trek in Maharashtra.If you haven't Done it you haven't finished trekking in Maharashtra.This trek is the test of ur mental & physical stamina ,confidence & endurance.this massive range of trio forts provides you some of the great scenes in Maharashtra.All three forts stands high with the towering height more than 4800 ft provides scenery that you will never forget. WTA CLUB,PUNE providing you opportunity to complete this GRAND trek in just 2 days with ease. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Here is the schedule : 27 Nov 2015 Pune Members Pickup : Shivajinagar (In Front Of Bank Of Maharashtra) 10.30 PM Mumbai Members Pickup : 23.15 pm At Kasara Station Mumbaikers to Reach Kasara please Board below Mentioned Train From Your Respective Stations on 27 Nov 2015 Mumbai CST-KASARA Train CST:20.47 PM Dadar:21.01 pm Thane:21.28 pm Dombivali :21.41pm Kalyan :21.52 pm Kasara :23.07pm Reach Base Village Ambewadi By Private Vehicle Night Stay In The School Open Premises _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ DAY 1 st:28 Nov 2015 Wake Up Call At 5.30 am Ø Get Ready Till 6.00 am Ø Breakfast Ø Start Trek Alang Ø Reach Alang Top Explore ,Photography,Information Ø Lunch At Alang Cave Ø Start Traversing Towards Madan Ø Reach Summit Of Madan Ø Photography,Exploration Ø Start Descending Down Ø Dinner Ø Night Stay At Cave Of Madangad DAY 2nd: 29 Nov 2015 Ø Wake Up 7 .00 am Ø GET Ready Till 7.30 am Ø Breakfast,Tea Ø Start Pleasant Hike Towards Kulang Ø Reach Kulang Top Ø Explore Massive Kulang ,Information,Group Photo Ø Start Descending Down Reach Base Village Tea ,Biscuit ,Refreshment Start Return Journey Reach Kasara7 Pm Reach Pune By 10 Pm (+ - 1Hr) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 07:26 AM PDT

Hampta Pass – 14,100 ft – Himachal Pradesh Region :- Himanchal  Duration :- 7 days  Grade :- Moderate  Best Season : July and August Max Altitude :- 14,100 Ft.  Approx Trekking Km :- 26 kms.   Choose from Diffrent Batches:   Hampta Pass 10th to 16th July, 2016 17th to 23rd July, 2016 24th to 30th July, 2016 07th to 13th Aug. 2016 14th to 20th Aug. 2016     If you are a first time trekker and wondering for a trek then Hampta Pass is the best ideal chosen place. The unforgettable high moderate Himalyan adventure Hampta Pass Trek is based in the region of beautiful Himanchal (Manali) at an altitude of 14100 ft. high. Hampta pass trekking can be done in any season, but the best time to go for trek is in the month of July and August. Hampta Pass trekking gives an amazing experience of exploring your life with special hues of nature. One gets an incredible view of rock faces, frosty valleys, thick pine forest, open meadows, adrenaline pumping waterway and pleasant as well as adventurous crossing areas. Hampta pass trek  connects two beautiful valley named; Kullu and Lahaul, were one get various Landscapes. Colorful Himalayan birds, species and flowers attract the viewers by their beauty. The scenic landscape, frequently change in weather and atmosphere delights the trekkers and gives a good option of clicking pictures. Climbing on the snow stretch and finding peace with nature with the surroundings of Himalaya is vast. Itinerary Detail:   It is a short trek of just 7 days. The trekking in Himanchal – Hampta Pass starts from beautiful hill station Manali. At an altitude of Manali trekkers cross from Jobra to Chika. Crossing through small pine forest, huge rock and rich vegetations are remarkable. Travelling just for four hours and you reach to the second destination of your trek – Chika. Here you enjoy the refreshing river, waterfalls and grassy land. Here the camps are tented and trekkers hold at night and relax. The second day of the trek is Balu ka Gera. At Balu Ka Gera... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 07:04 AM PDT

Mt. Patalsu Heights 4470mtr - 13845 feet in Himachal Pradesh (Land of Snow Mountains) ( Maximum Group Size of 20 Enthusiastic )  Choose from our diffrent batches:  Patalsu Heights 23rd to 28th May, 2016 15th to 20th June, 2016 22nd to 27th June, 2016   Manali :  At an altitude of 2,050 m (6,726 ft) in the Beas River Valley is a hill station nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley. It is located about 270 km (168 mi) north of the state capital, Shimla. Manali lies in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh state of India. It has become a tourist spot in recent years. Manali with a population of approx. 30,000 is administratively a part of the Kullu district. The small town is the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and from there over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkand and Khotan in the Tarim Basin.   Geography : Manali is located at 32.2396 N, 77.1887 E, about 40 km (25 mi) north of Kullu town. The town ranges in elevation from 1,800 m (5,900 ft) to 2,000 m (6,600 ft) in the uppermost "Old Manali" section.   Demographics :  Manali is a small town with a population originating from around India. As of 2001 India census,[1] Manali had an official population of 6,265. Males constituted 64% of the population and females 36%. Manali had an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy was 80%, and female literacy was 63%. 9% of the population was under six years of age.   Climate :  The climate in Manali is predominantly cold during winters, and moderately cool during summers. The temperatures range from 4 °C (39 °F) to 20 °C (68 °F) over the year. The average temperature during summer is between 04 °C (39 °F) and 15 °C (59 °F), and between −15 °C (5 °F) and 05 °C (41 °F) in the winter.   Monthly precipitation varies between 31 mm (1.2 in) in November to 217 mm (8.5 in) in July. In average, some 45 mm (1.8 in) of precipitation is received during winter and sprin... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 06:46 AM PDT

Bhrigu Lake 14,100 ft in Himachal Pradesh (Land of Snow Mountains)   An Enjoyable and Relaxed Six Days Ultimate High Altitude Trek    Bhrigu Lake History and Details :    Is a lake located at an elevation of around 4,300 metres (14,100 ft) in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, India. It is located to the east of Rohtang Pass and is around 6 kilometres from Gulaba. It can be reached by trekking either from the Vashishth temple, which is famous for its hot water springs, which is close to the town of Manali or from Gulaba. Actually an area of the Pir Panjal mountain range. It is named after Maharishi Bhrigu.  Legend has it that the sage used to mediate near the lake and hence it has been rendered sacred; the locals believe that due to this the lake never freezes completely.     Choose from our diffrent batches: Bhrigu Lake 02nd to 07th May, 2016 09th to 14th May, 2016 16th to 21st May, 2016 01st to 06th June, 2016 08th to 13th June, 2016     A Six Days High Altitude Trek for Mountain Lovers Trek Details: Day 1:   Reporting Time : 06.00 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Manali Manali to Drive Shikharpar Ultimate Stay – Feel like a home – (4 Km. from Manali)   B/ Fast   Room Allotment and Freshen up    Introduction – Mountain Do's and Don't's    Group Activity   Lunch and Rest   Acclimatization trek to "Jogini Water Fall"  High Tea & Snacks   Group Discussions   Evening Hot Soup   Dinner and Lights off   Day 2:      Morning Tea   B/Fast    Packed Lunch from Base Camp (Shikharpar- Ultimate Stay) Shikharpar to Gulaba (drive) and trek to Raul Kholi Altitude: ¬¬¬¬¬2600 m to 3,830 m Time taken: 4 to 5 hours, 4 km Take the Manali-Rohtang Pass road. Drive by Kolang, Palchan, Kothi as you reach Gulaba,  Base camp of the trek. Gulaba is 22 km from Manali.   The trek to Gulaba starts from the 14th scissor bend on the right side of the roadhead. Trek steadily underneath forest cover, passing through open grasslands every now and then.  Make note of silver oak, cedar and birch trees on the tr... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 05:59 AM PDT

Beas Kund – 11,600 ft.:   Beas Kund trek is one of the most popular and beautiful trek in Kullu Valley. Beas Kund is a holy lake where Rishi Vyas took his daily bath. River Beas originates from here. Solang Nalla base camp is 13 km from Manali and 1 hour drive, a popular place for tourists for ski slopes, para gliding etc. Dhundhi camp gives first glimpse of Mt. Hanuman Tibba and Seven Sisters. Beas Kund area might be full of snow at the time of this trek. This is enjoyable and easy going trek for any age group.   Choose from any below batches : Beas Kund 01st to 05th April, 2016  07th to 11th April, 2016 13th to 17th April, 2016 19th to 23rd April, 2016 25th to 29th April, 2016   Manali :   At an altitude of 2,050 m (6,726 ft) in the Beas River Valley is a hill station nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley. It is located about 270 km (168 mi) north of the state capital, Shimla. Manali lies in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh state of India. It has become a tourist spot in recent years. Manali with a population of approx. 30,000 is administratively a part of the Kullu district. The small town is the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and from there over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkand and Khotan in the Tarim Basin.     Geography : Manali is located at 32.2396 N, 77.1887 E, about 40 km (25 mi) north of Kullu town. The town ranges in elevation from 1,800 m (5,900 ft) to 2,000 m (6,600 ft) in the uppermost "Old Manali" section.   Demographics : Manali is a small town with a population originating from around India. As of 2001 India census,[1] Manali had an official population of 6,265. Males constituted 64% of the population and females 36%. Manali had an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy was 80%, and female literacy was 63%. 9% of the population was under six years of age.   Climate : The climate in Manali is predominantly cold during... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 04:20 AM PDT

  WSR Camping Trek to Sandhan Valley on 12th - 13th Dec 2015   Wanderingsoulriders has arranged our Favourite destination Trek to Sandhan Valley exploration  event – Valley of Shadow Trek on 12th - 13th December 2015   " SANDHAN"…. is a beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats  near Ratangad. Amidst the water carved valley of 50 to 500 feet deep and around two km long. Experience the heart throbbing crossing of 4 ft deep water pool in the way of  rock floored water carved valley.  This will be your memorable trek. Also you will get chance to Rappel down four small patches to reach the base of SANDHAN VALLEY.     Brief Intro about Sandhan:- Height:  4100 ft Grade: Medium with Thrill Time:  0.5 hrs from Samrad Location: Bhandardara region   Treak Lead : Deepak / Ankita       Trek Details: DAY 1 : Friday 11th Dec 2015 22:50 Hrs :CST 22:57Hrs: Byculla 23:04 Hrs: Dadar 23:12 Hrs: Kurla 23:16 Hrs: Ghatkopar 23:31 Hrs: Thane 23:55 Hrs: Dombivali   Saturday 12th Dec 2015   00:05 Hrs: Kalyan 01:18 Hrs: Kasara Depart 2 Samrad by Private vehicle 04:00 Hrs : – @ Samrad   Rest for 2 hours   Breakfast-T Time   07:30 Hrs — Move 2 Sandhan 08:00 Hrs — Enter in Sandhan Valley   We have to go through abt 4-5 feet deep water for about 25-30 meters on the way … its real fun-thrill Pls do carry extra clothes for da same …    12:30 Hrs — Rappelling of 50 ft patch Lunch time mid way & then 2 more patches of 20 feet 2 rappel ..    17:30 Hrs —  Settle at base Dinner & Campfire   Stay in open … near a natural swimming pool   Day 2 : Sunday 13 Dec 2015   Wake Up early 08:30 Hrs — Breakfast-Tea 10:00 Hrs — Trek towrds Dehne 12:00 Hrs — @ Dehne   Lunch time   14:00 Hrs — @ Move Asangaon by public transport 16:00 Hrs — @ Asangaon station   We will be in Dadar around 19:00 hrs ( thats – subjective) … depends on Mega block things The cost for the entire EVENT is about Rs. 1600 /- per head Includes Transportation fro... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 03:39 AM PDT

WSR one Day Trek to Lohgad on 28th November 2015   WSR have arranged a one day trek to Lohgad Fort  on Saturday 28th November 2015    Little info about the fort : Fort: Lohgad. Region: Lonavla. Height: 3400 ft Grade: Easy. Type: Hill Fort Trek Lead: Chaitrali Mahanwar   History: Lohagad (literally "Iron fort" in Marathi) is one of the many hill forts of Chatrapati Shivaji. It divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavna and is situated on a side range of the Sahyadris. The Visapur fort is located on its eastern side. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. Historical records show that in the later Peshwa period, Nana Phadnavis (1742-1800 AD) built several structures in the fort such as a big tank and a step-well (bawali). On the west side, there is a long and narrow wall-like fortified spur called Vinchukata (Marathi for Scorpion's tail) because of shape.Lohagad has a long history with several dynasties occupying it at different periods of time: Satavahanas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Yadavas, Bahamanis, Nizamshahis, Mughals and Marathas. Shivaji captured it in 1648 CE, but he was forced to surrender it to the Mughals in 1665 CE by the Treaty of Purandar. Shivaji recaptured the fort in 1670 CE and used it for keeping his treasury.     The journey starts with the Indrayani express. People interested should catch this  train from respective stations with ticket till Malavli & meet at lonavala station. (Plz get your respected stations at least half an hour earlier, as there might be a long queue for the tickets)   Train Timings :- Indrayani Express CST – 5:40 am Dadar – 5.51 am Thane – 6.14 am Kalyan – 6.35 am Karjat - 7.13 am Lonavla – 8.00 am   Move forward to Malavali by local train (8 :15am at Lonavala station platform no 3).   Pune people : Catch Pune Lonavala Local Train … Timings are as below Pune Station: 06:27 Hrs Shivaji Nagar : 06:33 Hrs Malavali Station: 07:40 Hrs   Breakfast –... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 02:54 AM PDT

WSR One Day Trek to ONE TREE HILL ( Matheran ) on 27th Dec 2015   Little Info About The Trek: Trek Type: Hill Trek Height: 2625 Feet above MSL (Approx) Grade: Easy District: Raigad Range: Matheran Trek Lead : Deepak & Amit Matheran: (The most unpolluted Hill-Station of Maharashtra)The climate of Matheran is very cool. The most unforgettable things about Matheran are deep forest and the waterfalls nearby, especially in rainy season. The beauty of the hill station gets doubled in monsoon. Matheran is truly 'The Best Hill Station in Maharashtra.  Matheran is most splendid hill station in Maharashtra; it covers an area of 8 square kilometers in Sahyadris. This lovely 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. Descend via Sunset point leads to Dodhani village on Panvel side.   Meeting at : 08:05 am Karjat Station. Train Timing CST – Karjat Fast Local CST – 06:10 am Byculla – 06:18 am Dadar – 06:24 am Kurla – 06:31 am Ghatkopar – 6:35 am Thane – 6:50 am Dombivali – 7:02 am Kalyan – 7:10 am Karjat  08:00 am   Carry return tickets to Karjat from your Boarding Places 08.00 Hrs: Breakfast 09:00 Hrs: Ascend 12:30 Hrs: Top 12:30-13:30 Hrs Explore, Rest and Lunch 14:30 Hrs: Dasturi Naka 17:00 Hrs: Neral station We'll reach Mumbai by 19.00 Hrs (Tentative) It is advised to board the second last compartment of the train from your respective stations so that we can meet in the compartment itself. Trek Fees: 450/-                   400/- ( WSR Registered Members )   Which includes Travelling from (Karjat to Ambewadi) Village, Breakfast & Evening Refreshments Matheran to Neral Taxi Fare WSR Expertise Charges.   Things to be carried: Identity proof (Must) Lunch (Must) Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc. A bottle of water (atleast 3 Ltrs) must Bunch of Papers, Camera, Cap etc. Medicine those if u require usually (Optional) A good trekking ... Read more

Posted: 27 Oct 2015 02:27 AM PDT

WSR One Day Trek to Kohoj Fort on 20th December 2015   About the Tour :  Kohoj, the hill fort is situated in Palghar region. One can see this fort while traveling on Mumbai-Ahmadabad highway near Manor Naka. This fort is at about 12 kms from Wada. We will be taking the route which starts from Waghote. This village is located on Manor-wada route at around 8 kms from Mumbai-Ahmadabad highway. One can reach to the top of Kohoj within 3 hrs from the base village. We can find the name of Kohoj in the list of those 23 forts, which were surrendered by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the Purander treaty with Mughals on 11 June 1665.   Info :  Height: 3200 feet Grade:  Medium Time:   Maximum 2.5 hrs from Waghote, Base Village Location: Palghar region   Sightseeing: – Heart-Shaped Lake, Bastions, Cisterns, Temples and above all Man-Shaped Pinnacle   Journey Details: – 1) Meeting point (Westren Line):  Virar bus depo (West side) @ 06:45 hrs on 20th Dec, Sunday U Can take below Virar local to reach Virar.. Time table is as follows.. Churchgate - Virar : 05.15 am ( Fast ) 05.15 am Churchgate     05.25 am Mumbai Central 05.32 am Dadar 05.37 am Bandra 05.45 am Andheri 05.59 am Borivali 06.13 am Bhayander 06.25 am Vasai Road 06.36 am Virar 06:50 Hrs: Catch the bus 09:00 Hrs: @ Waghote base village Breakfast Time 10:00 Hrs: Waghote- Ascend 12:30 Hrs: Top 12.30-14:30 pm Explore fort, Lunch, Rest and enjoy the view of the surrounding region 14.30 Hrs Descend 17:00 Hrs @ Base Waghote 18.00 Hrs @ Wada From there to Virar  We will be in mumbai around 21:30 hrs (that's – subjective)   Tour Cost : Rs.550/- per person For Registered Members : Rs.500/-per member   Inclusions: Transportation from Kalyan To Kalyan Breakfast Evening refreshment Trek Expertise   Exclusions: Lunch for the day Any personal expense   Things To Be carried: Identity proof (must) Lunch for the Day (must) A bottle of water (atleast 3 Ltrs), Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes (must) Binocular, Camera, Cap, etc. (Optio... Read more