Mumbai Hikers Community 14.1.2016

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 10:30 PM PST

Small Info about Tikona Fort Tikona also known as Vitandgad is the dominant hill fort in Maval in western India. It is located near Kamshet around 60 km from Pune. The village nearest to the fort is called Tikona-Peth. The 3500 ft high hill is pyramidal in shape and the name Tikona means "triangle".The fort is a trekking destination noted for the large doors, the temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev', a water tanks (seven water tanks) and some Satvahan caves. Trek organisers also commend the views of Pawna dam and the nearby forts of Tung, Lohagad and Visapur. There is Pawana lake at the summit. What to see on the fort:1.      Big Entrance Door2.     Trimbakeshwar temple3.     Caves4.     Lake surrounding the fort5.     View of Lohgad and Tung   Level : Easy Height : 3500 feet ASL (Approx) Type : Hill Fort ---------------------------------------------- Duration: One Day Cost: Registered Member: Rs. 600/-*per person Non-Registered Member: Rs. 650/-*per person ----------------------------------------------- Trek Date:  17/1/2016 Time : .5.30 am Meeting Point: CST station  (Indrayani Express 05.40 Mumbai CST) ------------------------------------------------- Cost Includes* ~ Travel by PVT Vehicle to Tikona ~ Tea, Breakfast, Lunch and Refreshment ------------------------------------------------- Cost Excludes* ~ Personal Expenses ~ Any kind of Insurance ~ Personal Car Parking ----------------------------------------------------- Things to Do/Carry -------------------------- ~ Photo Identity Card- Must ~ Water Bottle at list 1-3 liter ~ Camera (Optional), Cell Phone must ~ Some ready to eat food. Cakes, Biscuits etc ~ Medicine those if u require usually ~ Extra Pair of clothes Towel and napkin, ~ Good trekking shoes or Canvas shoes ~ sleeping Matt and Bed sheet ~ Advise to wear Track pant and T-shirt Things to avoid ---------------------- ~ Wearing Gold and other ornaments ~ Chapels ~ Alcohol / Cigarette ~ Plastic Bag (Only if need protection from water) ~... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 09:11 PM PST

DGA invites you for 1D/1N trek to Rajmachi and Kondane caves.   Little info: Type: - Hill fort Height: - 3600 feet (approx.)  Grade: - Easy- medium Range: -Lonavala/ karjat   Rajmachi fort is a strategic fort overlooking borghat/ khandala ghat which was a historical trade route. There are two fort - Shrivardhan and Manoranjan which were built by "Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj" during 17th century. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from kondivade village near Karjat and the other route easy but long route from Lonavala.   Itinerary: 23rd Jan, Saturday 20:00 - Reach Karjat and move towards base village Kondivade by private vehicle 21:00 - Reach base village introduction, instructions & start trek 01:00 - Reach Udhevadi Village & rest   24th Jan, Sunday 06:00 - Wakeup call & Refreshment & breakfast. 07:00 - Start Ascending Shrivardhan fort. 08:00 - Reach Top & explore & photography. 10:00 - Start Descend Fort. 11:00 - Reach Udhevadi & Have Lunch (Veg. Only) 01:00 - Start Descend to Kondivade base village. Visit Kondane caves in route. 05:00 - Reach Kondivade, start travelling towards Karjat. 06:00 - Reach Karjat & Catch Local to Mumbai.   Fees: Rs. 900 Rs.500/- is to be paid in advance to book your seat (Non-refundable)   Includes: 1. Travelling from Karjat to Karjat Return. 2. Morning tea & breakfast 3. Lunch 4. Evening refreshment. 5. Guide & expertise charges.   Excludes: 1. Any personal expenses to come Karjat. 2. Any other charges not mentioned above. 3. Dinner for Saturday   -- Send your money in following account -- Name: - Suhas Patil Bank name: - IDBI bank, Mohopada branch A/c. no. 0784104000033673 (savings) IFSC code: - IBKL0000784   Contact: Mobile no. 9579297744/ 7276871749 (WhatsApp) Email-id: suhasp95@gmail.com   Things to be carry: 1. At least 3 liter of drinking water. (Compulsory) 2. Dinner for Saturday. 3. Torch with extra batteries. (Compulsory) 4. Good trekking or sport shoes. 5. Some ready... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 08:49 PM PST

WSR Invite you all for Velas Turtle Festival Tour on 19th -20th March 2016    ( Leaving on Friday 18th March Night )     Get Ready to Witness the Wonderful Life Of Turtles ….   Region: Mandangad District: Ratnagiri Height: Sea fort (Slightly above sea level) Difficulty: Simple Tour Duration: 2 Night / 2 Days Tour Cost: 2400/- Per Person                   2250/- WSR Register Members   Short Info: The places that will be visiting are: 1.       Velas Beach – Turtle Festival visit 2.       Bankot Fort 3.       Harihareshwar Temple   Velas Beach :   Velas is the birth place of Nana Phadnis, one of the great prominent personalities in Maratha history. Due to the sea-shore Velas is an existing place and it is situated near Bankot Bay. There is an old temple of Shri Bhairi- Rameshwar and in this temple all twelve months water is made available taking the benefit of favorable geographical conditions. A statue of Nana Phadnis is present outside his house. In Velas Mahalakshmi temple and Nana Phadnis house are the places to visit. Velas is also one of the popular breeding sites of Olive Ridley, which is an endangered species of turtle.     Bankot Fort: Bankot is a square shaped fort. On the sides of Bankot fort, there is a dry moat (Revni) dug out in the Jambhya stone. Jambhya stone is peculiar type of stone adorning a purple shade and peculiarly it is incapable of storing water as the water invariable percolates through it owing to its much porous nature. The main entrance (Mahadarwaja) of the fort is north-facing with a well sculpted arch and carvings. Watch guards dug out (Devdya) align on both sides of the Mahadarwaja with some pits being dug out in the right Devdi. On the left, there are steps leading towards Nagarkhana while there is an underground storey and a tunnel on the right. A Maruti idol in the centre stands deserted now. On the west, there is a small entrance (Darwaja) leading to a Bastion on the exterior of the fortifications. A deep well... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 06:45 PM PST

Dear Friends we invite you all for One Day Trek To Tikona Fort with MumbaiRangers on 31 Jan 2016   Tikona Fort (Vitandgad fort), is a major hill fort in Maval region near the Lonavala. Tikona fort, literally means triangle fort, had witnessed many  dynasties ruled in the Maratha region. This was the nerve centre of the many activities of entire Malwan Pawna regions. The small hamlet close to the  fort is Tikona peth. The fort's mammoth entrance is a special attraction. It is also a great trekking destination for the adventurous tourists.  One can get the eye catching views of the Pawna Dam and the forts at Visapur,  Tung and Lohagad. The fort encloses a lake, Satvahan caves and the temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev'. The fort was built during the Silhara dynasty. There is a temple on top of the peak. The view of the Pawna dam, Kathingad and valleys from the top is  breathtaking.       Little Information about the Fort: Type: Hill Fort Height: 3500 ft Feet above MSL (Approx) Grade: Easy District: Lonavala. Base Village: Tikona Peth       Itinery :   Meeting point Pritam da dhaba near flyover dadar east 6 oclock morning pick up vashi near highway bridge 6.30   Travel by private Bus NON A/C till the Base Village. Reach Base Village by 9:30am Breakfast at Base village Start our trek by 10:30am Reach the Top, Explore  Lunch Self carried Descend Reach the base till 03:00pm Evening Tea Snacks at Base village Reaching Mumbai by 9.00 tentatively   For Registrations call MumbaiRangers: Amit Bhadouria: 9819299164 Nishant seth 8879418581   Registration accepted only through phone call.   One has to Deposit Full Amount in Account for Registration... Account details will be given on request...   The cost for the trek will be INR 900/- per head,which includes: Travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai in Private Non A/c Bus, Morning Tea & Breakfast  and Evening Tea Snacks. Guide and MumbaiRangers Expertise Charges.   Important things to be carried : Identity proof (Must), Lunch for the ... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 06:20 AM PST

Hi Vibers, We at Vibes Outdoors have arranged a 300 feet rappelling at Dukes Nose, this also covers a superb and thrilling traversing of almost 1000 feet. Place: Duke's nose, LonavalaBase village: KurvandeRappelling Height: 300 ft, Traverse 1000 ft.Date :- 16th and 17th  January 2016Description ,Dukes Nose near Khandala which is named after Duke Wellington, is a huge pinnacle seen while traveling from Mumbai to Pune. The sight from top is unique and magnificent as one sees a vast landscape and the winding Mumbai-Pune expressway cutting through the ghats and trains chugging along the tracks.It's famous for rappelling, rock climbing and valley crossing activities.Rappelling (English Name) also known as abseiling (German Name) is a method of a quick and safe descend after a climb. It's an act of descending a mountain face by sliding down a rope, which is attached to a body harness and fastened to an overhead projection, with sufficient friction provided as to make the speed of descent controllable. ItineraryCatch Indrayani Express and get down at Lonavala stationMumbai CST: 5.37amDadar: 5.46amThane: 6.05amKalyan: 6.30amLonavala: 8.00am Pune Participants:Catch Pune-Lonavala local and get down at Lonavala stationPune: 6.27amShivaji Nagar: 6.33amPimpari: 6.55amDehu Road: 7.04Talegoan: 7.16 amKamshet: 7.30Lonavala: 7.55 08:00 Meet and greet at Lonavala Station.08:30 Reach Dukes Nose base camp and have breakfast.09:00 Start the trek to Dukes Nose.10:00 Training and harnessing followed by the main event.17:00 Move from base camp towards Lonavala.17:30 Journey ends at Lonavala. Cost Of the Event will be Rs. 1500/- This includesLonavala 2 Lonavala transportation fare for private vehicle (Non-A/c),All Technical gear and equipment,Services of expert instructors.(Extra rappel will be allowed for Rs 800/- per rappel, if time permits)Permissions and entry fees, Guide Charges,ExclusionsAnything not mentioned in InclusionsSeats will be first come 1st basis with Advance payment o... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 06:16 AM PST

Trek to " Sandhan Valley " on 16-17th January 2016 (Starting on Friday Night).We at Vibes Outdoors are arranging yet another trek cum exploration to the valley of shadow's, The Sandhan Valley, our second visit of this winter..   a mesmerizing walk through a valley, formed by the tallest walls of sahyadri..      a walk to remember, rappells in between and a camping at the lake, below...Come feel the vibes with us, where shadows are playing a mystic role..  Place: Sandhan ValleyBase village: SamradRappelling Height: few patches of around 40 ft high.Grade:- HardDate :-  16-17th January 2016We will be leaving by Last Kasara Slow LocalTime Table -00:15 am :CST00:23 am: Byculla00:33 am: Dadar00:44 am: Kurla00:50 am: Ghatkopar01:10 am: Thane01:32 am: Dombivali01:40 am: Kalyan02:56 am: KasaraBoard the second compartment from kasara side of the train from your respective stations so that we can meet in the compartment itself.Day 1 Saturday -Reach Samrad by Private vehicleRestMorning Refreshment at base village08:00 am – Start ExplorationLunch Midway05:30 pm – Reach at base, dinner, campfire & stayDay 2 Sunday-6 am -- Wake UpFinish morning refreshmentsStart descend towards DehneTravel Dehne to Shahapur by local transport1:30 pm -- Reach Shahapur proceed for AsangaonReach Mumbai by Local train by 08:00 pm (depending upon the railway mega blocks)The cost for the trek is  Rs. 1600/-Includes Transportation from Kasara till Asangaon,Lunch & RefreshmentsRappelling Charges.ExclusionsAnything not mentioned in InclusionsSeats will be first come 1st basis with Advance payment only ... Payment details:Name of Current Acc Holder        :  VIBES OUTDOORSBank name                                     :  ICICIBank account number                  :  187905500086Bank branch name and address :  Kalyan Shivaji Chowk Branch IFSC code for bank                       :  ICIC0001879Contact : Tushar 9890672593  Deepak 9422682020   Our Facebook Presence :Vibes OutdoorsEmail Us @ vibesoutd... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 05:41 AM PST

Korlai Fort (Alibaugh) On 26 Jan. 2016   Details Region: Alibaug District: Raigad Level: Very Easy About Korlai fort: - It is surrounded by sea on three sides. It is not a tall fort as the total height is about 275 m. The blue ocean on one side and the creek named "Kundalika" on the eastern side create scenery. The fort is situated at the mouth of the creek. A small road leads up to the top of the fort. There is a Lighthouse on the fort and a small climb from behind the lighthouse will take you to the fort. The fort is in ruins, but the view from the lighthouse is beautiful and the rocky beach at Korlai is also good one of the most interesting things about Korlai, is its name. This small island was once called 'Morro de Chaul'. Morro, in Portuguese, implies 'a small, rounded hill'; words that best describe the hill atop a the fort is built. The present name – Korlai fort, comes from the village of Korlai on the foothills. This name also comes from the Portuguese – the residents of this fishing village speak a dialect of the Portuguese Creole called 'kristi'. The word Creole eventually was distorted to Korlai. The Korlai fort was built by the Portuguese in 1521, as a companion to the fort at Chaul, guarding the Revdanda Creek. It commands a wonderful view of the creek and is a perfect location for monitoring ships arriving in the area. It was undoubtedly one of the more important forts of the 16th century. The fort passed into Maratha hands, and later into those of the British in the eighteenth century. While the British are said to have used a beacon on the island to help ships navigate, the fort was neglected and it eventually crumbled and left the ruins we can see today. The Korlai Fort lighthouse was commissioned soon after India gained independence. The lighthouse tower was built in 1955 and the small island once more began being used – this time for peaceful purposes, by helping ships navigate! The lighthouse is open for visitors between 4 PM and 6 PM, ... Read more

Posted: 13 Jan 2016 03:53 AM PST

Dear Trekkers,We at Bhramanti365 invites you for a Thrilling Trek to Bhairavgad - Moroshi on 6th and 07th February 2016Brief Information:Trek: Moroshi-BhairavgadHeight: 2835 ft.Region: Malshej.Grade: Medium (High on Endurance)Max. Participants : 25 People.People with Height phobia (Vertigo) strictly not allowed.Cost for the Event :- Rs 950 /- per head.Cost is Inclusive of :- Transport from Kalyan to Kalyan (By ST - Public Transport) ,Breakfast, Standard Gear , Evening Snacks and Tea, First Aid and Expertise etc .Bhairavgad is located near malshej ghat and is one of the most fascinating adventure Treks.The top of the fort is created by the geological structure known as a dyke.Trek schedule:09.00 pm: Meeting point at Kalyan09.30 pm: Moving by Bus to Base village (Moroshi)Reaching Moroshi ... RestEarly morning wake up ( around 4:00 AM)Freshen up , Tea and BreakfastStart AscendReach AtopLunch TimeExploration , Photography timeDescendBase VillageReaching Kalyan at 8:30 PM ( which is Tentative).Payment Details:To Register yourself please make an Online payment in to the following account (Payment via NEFT / RTGS only ) In the Name of: Mr AMEY ARUN BHAGAT.Bank :- SBI BANKBranch : NEW PANVEL (EAST)Account No : 20134246954IFS Code: SBIN0011758.Once done with the Transaction please msg or send an email on ab@bhramanti365.inContact :- Amey Bhagat :- 9987121415Itinerary & Mandatory Things to Carry :-Water Bottle ( 2 Liters )Carry Lunch for the Day (Mandatory )Good Trekking shoes (Action Trekking Preferably)Cap, Socks (Extra) Extra Pair of ClothesBedding for the Night ( Sleeping bag, mattress , shawl chadar etc)Carry at least 2 Lemons, Chocolate Bars, Glucon D, Odomos.Personal basic medical kit ( carry your routine medicines if any to avoid complications).Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)No wearing of Gold or any other expensive Ornaments (if Lost owns a sole Responsibility )Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits,A haversack to put all these things.Safety... Read more