Mumbai Hikers Community 16.1.2016 p2

Posted: 15 Jan 2016 09:44 PM PST

Dear Friends,B365 has arranged a tour to Kokan , Scuba Diving, Snorkelling and visit to beaches and Temples of Konkan on 12th - 14th Feb 2016 (Leaving on Thursday Night ie 11th Feb 2016)Details as Below: - Sindhudurga fort:-Sindhudurg is a fort which occupies an islet in the Arabian Sea, just off the coast of Maharashtra in western India. The fortress lies on the shore of Malvan town of Sindhudurg District in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Scuba Diving (Scuba Diving with Oxygen Tanks in professional Guidance) :- Scuba diving is a form of underwater diving in which a diver uses a self contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) to breathe underwater (Swimming is not Necessary) Tarkarli Beach:- Tarkarli is a narrow stretch of beach with pristine waters, located at the convergence of the Karli River and the Arabian Sea. It is 546 KMs away from Mumbai, 6 kms. south of Malvan, on the west coast of India. 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. Snorkeling, Scuba Diving (All group will be provided a common video shooting of group Scuba diving),Date: Thursday 11th February 2016 (Night Departure) – Sunday 14th February 2016 (Late Night Arrival)Cost per Person: - Indian Rupee 7000/- per head (All Veg Meals) and Indian Rupee 7500/- per head (All Non-Veg Meals – Fish) Meeting point: @ Sharda Cinema on 11th Feb 2016  ( Thursday) at 9:30 PM (Sharp)22:00 Hrs: Departure23:00 Hrs: Vashi (Near Vashi Bridge), Kalamboli – MacDonald's.23:30 Hrs: Panvel ST Depot.Day 1: 12th February 201607:30 Hrs: Breakfast & Tea11:00 Hrs: @ Malvan12:30 Hrs: Lunch (Veg Food / Nonveg Food – Fish, Sea food will be served as per the available size)15:00 Hrs: Visit to Tsunami Island17:30 Hrs: Depart for Tarkarli beach.19:00 Hrs: Snacks & Tea. - On the Beach.19:30 Hrs: Malvan Local Market visit (as pe... Read more

Posted: 15 Jan 2016 09:38 PM PST

Dear Friends,B365 has arranged a tour to Kokan , Scuba Diving, Snorkelling and visit to beaches and Temples of Konkan on 21st Jan 2016 - 24th Jan 2016 (Leaving on Thursday Night)Details as Below: - Sindhudurga fort:-Sindhudurg is a fort which occupies an islet in the Arabian Sea, just off the coast of Maharashtra in western India. The fortress lies on the shore of Malvan town of Sindhudurg District in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Scuba Diving (Scuba Diving with Oxygen Tanks in professional Guidance) :- Scuba diving is a form of underwater diving in which a diver uses a self contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) to breathe underwater (Swimming is not Necessary) Tarkarli Beach:- Tarkarli is a narrow stretch of beach with pristine waters, located at the convergence of the Karli River and the Arabian Sea. It is 546 KMs away from Mumbai, 6 kms. south of Malvan, on the west coast of India. 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. Snorkeling, Scuba Diving (All group will be provided a common video shooting of group Scuba diving),Date: Thursday 21st January 2016 (Night Departure) – Sunday 24th January 2016 (Late Night Arrival)Cost per Person: - Indian Rupee 7000/- per head (All Veg Meals) and Indian Rupee 7500/- per head (All Non-Veg Meals – Fish) Meeting point: @ Sharda Cinema on 21st Jan 2016  ( Thursday) at 9:30 PM (Sharp)22:00 Hrs: Departure23:00 Hrs: Vashi (Near Vashi Bridge), Kalamboli – MacDonald's.23:30 Hrs: Panvel ST Depot.Day 1: 22nd January 201607:30 Hrs: Breakfast & Tea11:00 Hrs: @ Malvan12:30 Hrs: Lunch (Veg Food / Nonveg Food – Fish, Sea food will be served as per the available size)15:00 Hrs: Visit to Tsunami Island17:30 Hrs: Depart for Tarkarli beach.19:00 Hrs: Snacks & Tea. - On the Beach.19:30 Hrs: Malvan Local Market visit (as per availability of... Read more

Posted: 15 Jan 2016 08:06 PM 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 :- 24th  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 only ...Sp... Read more

Posted: 15 Jan 2016 07:49 PM PST

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 :-  30-31st 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 @ vibesoutdoors@gmail.comThings to be carried:A Water Bottle (~2-3 Ltrs),Torch With Extra... Read more

Posted: 15 Jan 2016 08:42 AM PST

Hello Vibers,       We are glad to invite you for Trek to  Bhairavgad (Moroshi) on Sunday, 7th February 2016 . General Information:Bhairavgad is a rigid pinnacle which can be seen while traveling through Malshej Ghat near Moroshi. This trek is excellent combination of trekking plus mild rock climbing which gives you idea of Sahyadri rocks. While ascending just before stiff wall there is one water cistern. Ultimate challenge of the trek is climbing of wall shown in above picture. There are two ways to climb this wall. One way is right side of the wall which is quite tough and is recently bolted by safe climbing initiative India. Other way to climb is from left side which goes through broken steps and gives thrill of rock climbing (We will follow this route). After reaching top we get beautiful view of entire Malshej Ghat. Place: BhairavgadBase village: MoroshiGrade-DifficultTransport-PublicDate :- 7th February 2016Trek Itinerary:6th February, Saturday: 10:00 pm : Meeting at Kalyan bus stand 10.30 pm : Start towards Moroshi. 12:00 am : Reach Moroshi. 7th February, Sunday: 12.00 am : Start the trek to the base and rest. 07.00 am : Wake up, breakfast, do's and don'ts. 07.30 am : Start the trek. 10.00 am : summit. 10.30 am : Descend to base. 02.00 pm : Back to Moroshi. 04.00 pm : Reach Kalyan. Expenses:Rs 900/- per head which includes- Traveling from Kalyan to Kalyan by Public transport.- breakfast and evening tea.- Full fledged support of our experts with all required equipments.(Please carry packed lunch for the day.)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                       :  ICIC0001879 For registration Please contact or SMS:   Contact : Tushar 9890672593Deepak 9422682020     Our Facebook Presence :Vibes OutdoorsEmail Us @ vibesoutdoor... Read more

Posted: 15 Jan 2016 08:31 AM PST

Trek to " Sandhan Valley " on 23-24th 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 :- 23-24th January 2016We will be leaving by Last Kasara Slow LocalTime Table -10:50 pm :CST10:53 pm: Byculla11:05 pm: Dadar11:13 pm: Kurla11:18 pm: Ghatkopar11:33 pm: Thane11:57 pm: Dombivali12:07 am: Kalyan01:18 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. 100/-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 @ vibesoutdoo... Read more