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Posted: 30 Dec 2015 09:25 PM PST Fees :- 1599 /- (Non Refundable) What Included in Fees :- > Pune to Pune transportation by private bus including toll and parking charges > Saturday Breakfast- Evening Refreshment-Tea-Dinner>Sunday Breakfast-Lunch > Expertise, safety equipments > First aid kit What NOT Included in Fees :->Friday Dinner & Saturday Lunch>Personal Buying >Anything not mentioned in the included list TREK SCHEDULE Day 1: (15th Jan) > Departure from Pune at 9:30pm> Non stop journey to Samrad (base Village) Day 2: (16th Jan) >Take A Rest till 7:00 am> Have a Breakfast> Start Trekking towards Sandhan Valley > Have a lunch (Bring your own tiffin) in between Sandhan Valley trek @1:00 pm > Complete 3 rock patches with rappelling and descend around 4:00 pm > Reach Base camp 4:30 pm> Evening snacks 5:00 pm > Site seeing (water pond, pinnacle point etc.)> 9:00 Dinner time> 9:30 Dinner and Camp fire >9:30 pm Campfire and activities.> Sleeping in Tents Day 3: (17th Jan) >Wake up @7:00 am > Breakfast 7:30pm> Start trek towards base village @8:30 am > Reach base village @12:00 and have Lunch > Departure to Pune > Reach Pune @9:00 pm *WHAT TO BRING: 1. Tiffin (must for 16th jan Lunch)2. Complete spare set of clothes & socks 3. Water bottle (at least 2 ltr) compulsory 4. Electral/ Glucon-d energizers and personal medication5. A sweater/warm wear6. Good trekking shoes (sandles, chappals, floaters not permitted) 7. A sleeping bag / Thermocol mat and shawl / normal satranji and shawl 8. Torch with Extra pair of Batteries 9. Camera, Binocular (Optional) BANK DETAILS : Bank : ICICI Bank Branch : Bund Garden Road IFSC Coad : ICIC0000005 Acc. Name : Suraj Ram Ghodke Account Number : 033701532637 call on given number before transferring 9923209243 / 8055570487 / 9689617143 / 9975526176 Facebook Event :- https://www.facebook.com/events/929375440478993/ Facebook Page :- https://www.facebook.com/Ashwam... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 11:01 AM PST DarkGreen Adventures invites you for a mind-soothing night trek to Bhimashankar via Ganesh ghat route. Since this trek is on Amavasya, you will get pitch dark view of the forest surrounding Bhimashankar. Accommodation is provided in a hut amidst the jungles of Bhimashankar. There are two main trek routes to Bhimashankar – Ganesh ghat and sidhi ghat. Ganesh ghat passes through tranquil forests of Bhimashankar. Kindly note that non-veg food is not allowed for this trek. Itinerary: 9th January, Saturday: 19:30 – Assemble at thane station platform number 3 and take the slow local train to Karjat at 8pm. Take return tickets till karjat. 21:30 – Reach Karjat. This is the actual meeting point. Move to Ganesh ghat in a jeep. 22:30 - Reach Ganesh ghat, have light dinner and then start trekking 01:30 – Complete half trek and stay overnight near jungle in a hut. Relish the fresh milk from cows and enjoy the night with stargazing and campfire 10th January, Sunday: 06:00 – Wake up call 06:30 - Start trekking towards Bhimashankar. 08:30 – Reach Bhimashankar and have breakfast. Later, explore Bhimashankar temple and Gupt Bhimashankar 12:30 – Start descending back to hut 14:00 – Reach the hut and have fresh lunch cooked in chullah 15:30 – Start descend to Ganesh ghat 17:30 – Reach ganesh ghat and move to Karjat in a jeep. Take 18:42 local 20:30 – Reach Mumbai Fees: Rs.1000 Inclusions: - Travel from Karjat to Ganesh ghat while going and Ganesh ghat to Karjat in a Jeep - Accommodation in a village hut amidst jungles of Bhimashankar - Saturday night dinner, Sunday breakfast, tea and lunch - Expertise and guide charges Exclusions: - Local train tickets - Anything not mentioned above Contact: Suhas: 7276871749 (Also available on WhatsApp) Email: suhasp95@gmail.com -- Send your money to following accoun.-- Name:- Suhas Patil Bank :- IDBI, Rasayani Branch (Saving a/c). Account no.: 0784104000033673 IFSC code: IBKL 000078... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 10:56 AM PST DarkGreen Adventure invites you for a day trek in Karnala Sanctuary. Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located near Panvel with an area of 12.11 km2. It is centred around historic karnala fort and home to about 150 species of bird including three rare birds i.e. Ashy Minivet, three toed kingfisher and Malabar Trogon. Trek to the karnala fort is an absolute beginner's trek amidst the natural flora and fauna of the enclosed sanctuary. The relative ease of this trail also provides an excellent opportunity for parents to introduce their children to trekking and nature. After a final walk up to the bastion, one is presented with a splendid 360 degree view of the surrounding Raigad district. A 125 ft high basalt pillar sticks out like a thumb at the centre of the peak. It is clearly visible from far away on all the sides. Grade: Easy Brief Itinerary: 10th January, Sunday 07:00 - Meet at Panvel Station and move to Karnala base in a local vehicle 08:30 - Reach Karnala. Introduction and Breakfast 09:00 - Start trekking through the canopy of Karnala 12:00 - Reach Karnala fort and explore. 13:00 - Start descending 15:00 - Reach base and have lunch 17:00 - Reach Panvel and bid goodbye to your new friends Fees: Rs.400 Inclusions: - Travel from Panvel to Karnala base and back - Karnala Entry charges - Breakfast and refreshments Exclusions: - Train tickets to Panvel - Lunch - Camera charges at Karnala - Anything not mentioned above Contact: Parth: 9820468748 (Also available on WhatsApp) Email: inquireparth@gmail.com Before you call, please note 1. Read the event itinerary at least once 2. Expected batch size is 20-30. We don't provide current booking info till the bookings are closed 3. All our trips are gender friendly and we had 30-50 percent female participants in all of our earlier trip. --- Send your money to following account: Name: Parth Pratik Upadhyaya Bank: Bank of Maharashtra, Mahim west. Account no: 6021 7193 53... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 10:48 AM PST Did you ever thought of traveling to a land of peace and harmony? A place where almost everyone is happy, satisfied and warm to travelers. It's not a dream. Welcome to Bhutan - Land of Thunder Dragon. Highlights: - Excursion to Tiger's nest, Punakha Dzong and other famous monuments - Travel through the heart throbbing valleys of Western Bhutan - Wander in villages of Bhutan and perhaps a homestay there - We bet that this trip will stimulate a new traveler inside you seeking for new landscapes and cultures Little info: (Source: Lonely Planet Book and some other websites) Bhutan holds many surprises for open-minded traveller. This is a country where buying cigarettes is illegal, rice is red, and chillies are not just seasoning but a main ingredient of dishes. It is a deeply Buddhist land where school kids wear the Gho and Khira (traditional male and female garment, respectively). Pristine nature, virgin forest, spectacular mountain and valleys, fascinating trekking trails, stately museums, sublime monasteries, formidable dzongs, exciting archery competition, pulsating markets, intricate textile handicrafts - all this in hospitable and peaceful country. Brief Itinerary: 16th April, Saturday Take flight to Paro International airport. Please refer to notes on travelling below for booking flights. Arrive at Paro before afternoon and finish initial immigration formalities at airport. After check-in and lunch, set out to visit Paro Dzong, National Museum etc. The charming town of Paro lies on the banks of the Paro and remains one of the best Bhutanese towns to explore on foot. After visiting museum, we will walk down to town enjoying good views of the valley and of the Ugyen Pelri Palace. We continue to explore this town till dinner at night. 17th April, Sunday Visit the most famous place of Bhutan i.e. Tiger's nest. Tiger's nest hangs on a precipitous cliff at 3,120 m elevation and about 900 m above the valley. The temple at the highest level has a frieze of Bu... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 10:23 AM PST TREKSANDTRAILS, INDIA: One day trek to Matheran via Garbett plateau 31 Jan 2016 Introduction and Event Summary:Difficulty Level: Medium LevelEndurance Level: HighFood Arrangement: Need to carry pack lunch and personal water bottle.Transport: Shared cab /taxi/ jeep are available from Dasturi NakaHeight of Garbett point: 2625 ft approx.Base Village: DiksalDistrict: ThaneRegion: MatheranRoute from Pune: Pune - Lonavala - BhivpuriRoute from Mumbai: Mumbai - BhivpuriDistance from Mumbai: 85 km approx.Distance from Pune: 115 km approxTotal time required for climbing: 7 hours approx for the entire trek.Total distance for climbing: 8 kmMinimum participants required: 10Maximum participants 50Trek Leader: Rajesh MhaddalkarDuration: One dayCost: Rs 500.00 About Matheran: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 beautifully 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.Train Timing - CST - Karjat Fast Local (recommended)06:10CST06:24Dadar06:31Kurla06:35Ghatkopar06:50Thane07:02Dombivali07:51BhivpuriNote: Participants are requested to purchase a return ticket till Bhivpuri by their own.Event details: Meeting point: Bhivpuri Station at 8.00 amBreakfast at Bhivpuri.08:30Start trek at around13:30Reach Garbett Plateau - Have Lunch @ Garbett Plateau 14:30Leave for Matheran16:30Reach Matheran and proceed towards Dasturi Naka.17:45Take Taxi Till Neral Station18:00Reach Neral Station21:30Reaching Mumbai (subjective)Cost Includes: Travelling from Bhivpuri to Neral (Including Neral Taxi Fare)1 veg breakfast and Expertise charges, TreksandTrails, India chrages if any.Cost Excl... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 10:08 AM PST TREKSANDTRAILS, INDIA: Explore Sandhan Valley 30 - 31 Jan 2016 Invites you for trekking near Mumbai to explore the Sandhan Valley (leaving Friday night)Summary:Region: IgatpuriContribution: Rs 1700.00Assembly: Kasara railway station Duration: 2 days and 2 nightsTrek Leader: Rajesh MhaddalkarAboutSandhan Valley, also known as Valley of suspense or Valley of Shadow, is one of the greatest canyons in the splendid setting of Sahyadri (Western Ghats). The water carved valley is 200 ft deep and about 1.5 long. Sandhan valley is located on the western side of the beautiful Bhandardara region, near Samrad village. The valley is surrounded with mighty Alang, Madan and Kulang (Known as AMK- rated as the toughest trek in Sahyadri) Ratangad, Ajoba & Kalsubai (5400 ft. highest peak in Maharashtra) mountain ranges. The brilliant and deep narrow rock floored ravine is located between the two high walls of mountain range. At some places its width is less than 3 ft and at some places sun rays unable to reach the ground. Which gives it the name: valley of shadow.ItineraryBoard Kasara slow local from Mumbai CST on Friday. Train timing as below:22:50 CST23.04 Dadar23:31 Thane00.03 Kalyan01:18 KasaraPune Participants:Board Indrayani train from Pune at 18:35Reach Kalyan 21:00 (have dinner before you board the train)Board local train till Kasara.Day: 1 - Saturday01:30 Assemble at Kasara Rail Station 05:30 Reach base village by local transport06:30 Breakfast.07:00 Start full descend trek towards Sandhan Valley 13:30 Lunch in route. 16:00 Evening tea & snacks.20:30 Dinner & night stay under open sky.Day: 2 - Sunday06:30 Wake up, Breakfast08:30 Start descending toward Dehne village.12:30 Reach Dehne village.13:00 Lunch14:30 Start travel from Asangaon to Kalyan.16:30 Disperse at Kalyan railway station.Cost Includes:• Transportation from Kasara – Sandhan Valley – Dehne – Asangaon by local Transport• Day 1 - 1 veg breakfast, evening tea, and 1 veg dinner.• Day 2 – breakfast, 1 veg... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 09:50 AM PST TREKSANDTRAILS, INDIA: Weekday trek to Karnala fort on 28-Jan 2016 Introduction:Height: 1500 ftGrade: EasyType: Hill FortEndurance Level: SimpleMinimum: 05 participantsMaximum: 25 participantsBase Village: ShirdhonDistrict: RaigadRegion: Near Panvel - Navi MumbaiContribution: 700.00About:Karnala fort is a hill fort in Raigad district about 13 km from Panvel. Located in within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary. It was a fort of strategic importance. Redeemed with the power struggle of many rulers, Karnala Fort stands as a specimen of the 13th-century constructions. The fort was sparingly used by the Karnala rulers including Mudhan and Peshwas until 1818, followed by the British.Itinerary for all batches:07:30 Assembly at Panvel Station07:45 Reach Panvel state transport depot.09:00 Reach Karnala base by ST bus / Tum-Tum and start trek11:00 Summit and explore12:30 Start descend 17:30 Disperse at Panvel ST depot.NOTE:We would be getting back to Panvel Depot at approx 18:30 - subjectiveAVOID USING PERFUMES AND DEO ESPECIALLY FOR THIS TREK.Inclusion:1 Veg breakfast, Travel from Panvel ST depot – to Karnala fort base – and back to Panvel ST depot by tumtum / ST, Sanctuary entry fee, TreksandTrails, India charges if any.Exclusion: Emergency Medical evacuations if any required, Insurance and any item/event not mentioned in the inclusion list. Camera fees and Lunch.TreksandTrails recommends things to carry:Haversack to keep hands free, water bottle 3lts. Ready to eat food, like plum cakes, chocolate bar, some snacks & biscuits etc.Camera (Optional), Electoral Powder or Glucon D powder. Personal medicines. ****** Carry one time meal (Lunch) for the trek.*******TreksandTrails rules:Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited. Please do not carry handbags or jolas or sling bags.Trek leader's decision will be final and binding. Participation confirmation only via confirmed bank transfer.TreksandTrails reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior n... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 09:16 AM PST TREKSANDTRAILS, INDIA: Tandem Paragliding 24 Jan 2016– Batch IV – Sunday Tandem Paragliding at Kamshet Ten Batches Join Us to experience the Thrill...Let's fly like a bird with TreksandTrails paragliding at Kamshet batches as mentioned below. Enjoy amazing tandem paragliding ride which will be an experience worth a thousand moments. And if you want get more adventures ask for a somersault to your pilot. Get a bird's eye view of Lonavala city and nearby mountain ranges. You will be assisted by a team of professional experts conducting Tandem Paragliding Kamshet near Pune. Tandem paragliding can be enjoyed by any person from the age 12 years onward. Next Upcoming Batches: 13 Feb 2016– Batch V – Saturday 27 Feb 2016– Batch VI – Saturday 13 Mar 2016– Batch VII – Sunday 27 Mar 2016– Batch VIII– Sunday 09 Apr 2016– Batch IX – Saturday 23 April 2016– Batch X– Saturday Summary: Place: Kamshet, Lonavala. Location:Tikona Peth, Pawna Lakeside. Gliding Time:10 -15 min approx. Grade: Easy – thrilling Duration: 1day Min Participants: 7 Max Participants: 22 Cost: Rs 4500.00 General itinerary for Tandem paragliding at Kamshet with TreksandTrails and General FAQ's How do we get to the paragliding site? 06:00 Departure from Dadar 08:30 Breakfast near Khalapur toll 09:30 Arrival at Kamshet. Enjoy the thrill of Paragliding at Kamshet. 13:00 Lunch at Hotel Rangoli 18:00 Reach Dadar. What is Inclusions? Transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai on sharing basis by non-air conditioned vehicle. Travel by shared cab services from hotel Rangoli to paragliding site and back. 1 pilot assisted Tandem Paragliding ride for about 10 - 15 minutes approx. 1 morning veg breakfast and 1 veg lunch meal, expertise charges. What are the Exclusions? Medical evacuations if required. Insurance of any type not included. Extra paragliding tandem paragliding ride will be allowed for Rs 3000.00 per glide, if time permits. Mineral water tea and other sundry expenses if any. Video shooting of individuals p... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 08:03 AM PST TREKSANDTRAILS, INDIA: Trek to Alang Madan and Kulang 24 - 26 Jan 2016 Long weekend trek to Alang – Madan – Kulang. The toughest trek in the Sahyadri Why AMK?For those who have just completed the monsoon trekking season. Must be all geared up for a new adventure. We call upon the survivors to explore the most difficult trek in the Sahyadri. An adventure to explore the path less taken. Come on pack your bags, and join the adventure.Introduction and event summaryDifficulty Level: DifficultEndurance Level: Very highFood Arrangement: Take pack lunch and drinking water along. It is a long trekTransport: Limited frequency of ST buses are available till the village road endHeight of forts: 4852 - 4841 - 4822 ftBase Village: Kulanwadi District: NashikRegion: Igatpuri - KalsubaiRoute from Pune: Pune - Nashik phata - Naarayangoan - Kotul - Udadhawane - AlangRoute from Mumbai: Mumbai - Kasara - Sakurli - Ambewadi - AlangDistance from Mumbai: 145 km approx.Distance from Pune: 175 km approx.Total time required for climbingTotal distance for climbing: Day: 1, 2 and 3 approx 7km, 5km, 6km respectavely.Minimum participants required: 7 personsMaximum participants 25 personsDuration: 3 days and 3 NightsTrek Leader: Rajesh MhaddalkarCost: Rs 2500.00About 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 fortsAbout Kulang fort:Being in the same region of the three forts its said climb to Kulag 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 to see around 5 water cisterns. Form here we could also see Mahuli with t... Read more |
Posted: 30 Dec 2015 07:24 AM PST TREKSANDTRAILS, INDIA: Weekend trek to Bhimashankar forest 23 - 24 Jan 2016 Introduction and Event Summary:Difficulty Level: Medium – tuffEndurance Level: HighFood Arrangement: Food and water is available in abundance at the temple on top. Pack food and water for the trek route.Transport: Regular ST buses are available. Also there is a direct bus from Thane to Bhimashankar dailyHeight of the Sanctuary: 3296 ftBase Village: KhandasDistrict: Nagar District.Region: MurbadRoute from Pune: Pune - Pimpri - Chakan - Rajgurunagar - BhimashankarRoute from Mumbai: Mumbai - Thane - Kalyan - BhimashankarDistance from Mumbai: 230 kmDistance from Pune: 115 km approx.Total time required for climbing: Approx. 4.5 hrs from Khandas, base village one way.Total distance for climbing: Approx. 8 kmMinimum participants required: 10Maximum participants: 45Assembly: Neral Railway StationTrek Leader: Rajesh MhaddalkarDuration: 2 Days and 1 Night.Cost: Rs 1500.00 About:Lord Shiva Temple: Bhimashankar Temple is located in the village of Bhorgiri 50 km North West of Khed, near Pune. There is a beautiful temple of Lord Shiva which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. It is a modest yet graceful temple and it dates back to mid 18th century. The shikhara of the temple was built by Nana Phadnavis. This temple is closely associated with the legend of Shivaraj Khade slaying the demon Tripurasura associated with the invincible flying citadels Tripuras. Shiva is said to have taken abode in the Bhima form, upon the request of the Gods, on the crest of the Sahyadri hills, and the sweat that poured forth from his body after the battle is said to have formed the Bhimarathi River. Bhimashankar is also the source of the Bhima River, which flows south east and merges with the Krishna River near Raichur. Trek to Bhimashankar can be easliy done as its near Mumbai. A big size bell in Hemadpanthi structure: - Built by Nana Phadanavis is also a feature of Bhimashankar. Hanuman Lake, Gupt Bhimashankar, Sakshi V... Read more |