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Posted: 10 Feb 2016 12:07 AM PST

Vatsaru's Tour to Velas Turtle Festival Bike Ride & Car Drive on 20th/21st Feb 2016.    How about witnessing the 1st breath of Olive Ridley Turtle on fresh morning of Sunday on seashore... How about witnessing newly born baby turtle walk... on seashore towards his destiny.. How about wishing baby turtle for his life long journey.. As he come out of his egg...   TURTLE... has more importance in Hindu mythology... And its assumes good to see & pray the Turtle... Olive ridley sea turtles are named after the olive colored shells that many turtles of this species have.   Here WE "Vatsaru Trekkers Club" are inviting U all for Turtle Festival on 20th/21st Feb 2016.    We have to options: 1. The Riding enthusiastic people can join us by there own Bike. 2 days Bike Riding from Pune to Velas. 2. Private vehicle arranged for other tourist who want to enjoy smooth journey towards Velas.    Turtle Festival at Velas Beach : The turtle festival is being celebrated since 2006.The Turtle Festival at Velas is annually organized by Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra (SNM) and the Kasav Mitra Mandal in Feb & March. This festival is meant for nature lovers, marine turtle enthusiasts, tourists and people who just want to witness this moment at least once in a lifetime! Velas is a village in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. It is noted as a birthplace of Nana Phadnis.He was sachiva- a secretary in Peshawai in Pune.     Bankot:  The name Bankot is derived from "Bavanna Kot" a Marathi phrase meaning fifty-two forts. The Great Shivaji Maharaj captured this tiny fort and added it to Swarajya, which was the fifty second fort and hence the name "Ban Kot". It is a coastal area on the Arabian Sea with attractive beaches.   Dates: 20th-21st Feb 2016 Category : Biking & Tour Location: Velas (Ratnagiri District). Group: Vatsaru Trekkers & Traveller Club (Pune).   Things to see: Olive Ridley Turtle Velas Beach Bankot Fort Nana Fadanavis Home   Things To Reme... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 11:50 PM PST

Dear Friends We Invite you all For Night Trek to Sudhagad on 28 Feb 2016 Leaving 27 Feb Night   Type : Hill forts Height: 2030 Feet above MSL (Approx) Grade: Easy Base Village: Thakurwadi Trek Lead: Amit Bhadouria   Sudhagad (also called Bhorapgad) is a hill fort situated in Maharashtra, India. The origin of this fort is said to date back to the 2nd century B.C[citation needed] the same age as the Thanale Caves and Khadsamble caves nearby. It was then called Bhrorapgad (after its presiding deity, Bhoraidevi). In 1436, it was captured by the Bahamani Sultan. In 1657, the Marathas took over and renamed it "Sudhagad" (the sweet one). It was a large fort and Sudhagad was considered by Shivaji as the capital of his kingdom. He surveyed it, but instead chose Raigad because of its central location.   The itinerary for the trek will be as follows:   Train Timing CST – Khopoli Fast Local CST – 10:04pm Byculla – 10:11pm Dadar – 10:18pm Kurla – 10:26pm Ghatkopar – 10:30pm Thane – 10:46pm Dombivali – 10;58pm Kalyan – 11:05pm Karjat – 11:56pm   (If you miss the train you miss the trek so make sure you are on time to catch the train. People may board the same train from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. Get into second Last boggy from CST side)   We will proceed to the base village by Jeep Transport. Reach the base village by 3:30 am Rest for some time, Breakfast Introduction & Start trek Reach top of Fort by 8:00 am Explore the Fort Start descending by 12.00 pm post Lunch Reach the base by 3:30 pm Reach Mumbai by 9-10 pm.   The charges for the trek will be Rs 850/- per head, which includes Travelling from Kasara to Kasara by Private Jeep, Breakfast , Lunch, Guide and MumbaiRangers Expertise charges   For Registration call us: Nishant sheth : 8879418581 Amit Bhadouria :9819299164 Registration accepted only through phone call..   Important things to carry : Water Bottle (3 ltrs) Compulsory Torch with Extra batteries, Electrol 1 pack Sleeping b... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 08:56 PM PST

Tattva Adventures invites you all for Batch 1 of Velas Turtle Festival starting 27th Feb, 2016.   Velas Beach: Velas beach is the place where this turtle festival will be held. Its a village in Ratnagiri district around 200 km south of Mumbai, leaving no stone unturned to save the turtles from disaster. Ten years ago, before the conservation effort started, most of the Olive Ridley turtle eggs were either consumed by humans, dogs and other wild animals. But with awareness and large-scale participation of locals, 19000 hatchlings have been released in the decade long effort. From the start of the nesting season beginning November, locals maintain a vigil for the female Olive Ridley turtles that come home to nest. Females lay up to three clutches per season, one clutch containing between 90-150 eggs. The eggs, size of ping pong balls, are collected and incubated in a hatchery constructed on the beach by the locals. Each clutch is marked by its date and left to incubate naturally. Let us welcome the tiny Olive Ridley's during Velas Turtle Festival 2016.   Bankot: The name Bankot is derived from "Bavanna Kot" a Marathi phrase meaning fifty-two forts. The Great Shivaji Maharaj captured this tiny fort and added it to Swarajya, which was the fifty second fort and hence the name "Ban Kot". It is a coastal area on the Arabian Sea with attractive beaches.   Harihareshwar: Surrounded by four holy hills Harihar, Harshinachal, Bramhadri and Pushpadri Harihareshwar is a region in Konkan which is amazingly beautiful with hills playing the perfect foil for long stretch of pristine beach. The Harihareshwar temple built in the 16th century with the deities of Vishnu Brahma and Shiva is the primary attraction in Harihareshwar along with beautiful stretch of beach   The itinerary for the tour leaving 26th Feb, Friday Night : Meeting Point :Pritam Hotel Dadar East at 11:00 PM   Saturday Reach Velas by 05.00am Get fresh, Visit Velas Beach at 6am for Tur... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 08:51 PM PST

Bhigwan is a small dusty town on the border of Pune and Solapur district in Central Maharashtra, in India. South of Bhigwan town, exists a widespread backwater formed due to a man made dam built on the Bhima river. The dam is called as Ujani dam. The backwater and Wetland of Ujani Dam in Pune, Maharashtra makes Bhigwan an ideal bird destination. Providing them with lots of food and cool temperature.   There are two areas where one can see the migratory water birds. 1) Diksal-Parewadi area 2) Dalaj – Kumbharwadi area   The semi-waste water in this Ujani dam backwater area has built very good wetland based ecosystem and helped agriculture also. The rainfall in Pune region decides the water level in Ujani dam. January to March is the best season to visit Bhigwan as by that time most of the migratory birds arrive and settle down. This place is a paradise to almost 50 migratory birds including Greater Flamingoes, Bar Headed Goose, Painted Storks, Grey Herons, Black-headed Ibis, Night Heron, Little Cormorants, Raptors and may more.   It's truly a heaven for Bird Watcher's and Photographer's. Apart from bird watching, bird photography session will also be conducted on first day evening.   Programme Details: Event Date: 20-21st February 2016   Day 1: 20th Feb 2016, Saturday Meeting Point at Dadar East, Pritam Hotel at 08:00 am Pick up points: Chembur, Yogi Hotel at 08:15 am Vashi, Main Bridge at 08:35 am Reach Bhigwan by 02.00 pm. Lunch. Few tips on Bird Photography Explore the backwaters and Wetland by private boat to get close encounter with birds. We will try to reach Flamingo point to have a close shot. Sunset before boat ride will give you a chance to click awesome shots. Dinner and Overnight camping besides the river. Retire to Tents/Dormitory and Good night at 11:00 pm   Day 2: 21st Feb 2016 Sunday Wake up early morning (05:30 am) Morning Tea and Breakfast before 08:00 am Proceed for 2 hours morning ri... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 08:44 PM PST

Harihar Fort is, located in Igatpuri region of WesternGhats.Situated at an altitude of about 3, 676 ft above sea level,this unique fort isbuilt on a triangular prism of rock.   The three faces and two edges of the fort are completely vertical. Rocky steps with one meter wide at an angle of about 75 degrees are also found here.   A small temple and a cave with water, situated on the top, are worth visiting.   Thrilling spot : Rock cut steps at an angle of almost 80 degrees vertical. While climbing the fort, we come across a rock-sheet, which has got steps carved in it. Also many grooves have been carved here for additional support. After climbing these steps, we get upto the entrance door.   There is a cavern ahead of this door. Again we come across few steps after a short distance walk from this cavern.   On climbing these steps we reach to the main entrance door of this fort. The fort has got a tapering plateau with a raised level in the middle.   One secret – door is located at the edge of this fort, but the way to this door has now got blocked. There is a small temple of Lord Hanumana and Lord Shiva on the plateau. A small pond is there in front of this temple. Water from this pond can be used for drinking. Making headway from here we come across a palace having two rooms in it. 10 to 12 persons can be accommodated in this palace. There are five cisterns along one side of the palace, one of which has water suitable for drinking.     Schedule --------------------- We will start with the CST - Kasara Fast Local (Time table given below) People may board the same local from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into the second boggy from CST side)   CST 10:50 pm Byculla 10:57 pm Dadar 11:05 pm Kurla 11:13 pm Ghatkopar 11:18 pm Mulund 11:30 pm Thane 11:34 pm Dombivli 11:57 pm Kalyan 12:07 am Titwala 12:21 am Asangaon 12:41 am Kasara 1:18 am     ****M... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 08:40 PM PST

Dear All Adventure Lovers,     Tattva Adventures, glad to invites you ALL for every trekkers Dream Night Trek TO SUDHAGAD Fort ON 5th & 6th March 2016 (Leaving 5th March, Saturday)   Little info about The Fort : Name : Sudhagad   Type: Hill Fort Height: 2030 Feet above MSL (Approx) Grade: Easy Base Village: Pali.   SUDHAGAD : The only fort which was considered before Raigad for establishing as the capital of Shiv Swarajya, Sudhagad is a gigantic fort with a huge plateau atop. Tactfully fortified this was one of the mightiest and inaccessible fort of that time. A well-built temple of Bhoraidevi is the only place for shelter atop. There is a deepmal in front of the temple. Few remnants of Tulsi Vrundawan lay in the vicinity. The main attraction on this fort is the Mahadarwaja at Dhomse side which is an exact replica of the Mahadarwaja at Raigad, and still is in good shape. ( Sudhgad: Approx 60 -70km from Panvel)   Located in the vicinity of Pali and endowed with about 50 acres plateau atop, Sudhagad offers a wonderful and an easy trek.     The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:   Meeting Point: Khopoli Station @2.45pm   Trek schedule 5th March 2016 / Saturday:   Please catch fast train to Khopoli CST - 12.22PM BYCULLA - 12.29PM DADAR - 12.35PM KURLA - 12.42PM GHATKOPAR - 12.46PM THANE - 1.02PM DOMBIVALI - 1.15PM KALYAN - 1.23PM AMBERNATH - 1.34PM KARJAT - 2.16PM KHOPOLI - 2.41PM   Missing the Train means Missing the event.   Note : Make sure you reach bit early to respective station, and its a fast train, so reach to your nearest holt. Please get boarded your self in secend last bogii.   3. 00pm : Catch public transport for Thakur wadi 4. 30 pm: Reach base village (Thakurwadi) 4. 45 pm: Introduction & Start trek   8.00 pm: Reach top of Fort   (Dinner.& Play some games and shoot the actual stars)   Trek schedule Sunday: 6th March 2016  ... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 07:59 AM PST

Tattva Adventures Thrilling Night trek to Gorakhgad on 20th Night Feb 2016 (Saturday Night Leaving)Some Information about the Fort:Place: Gorakhgad fortHeight: 2137 ftBase Village: DehriDistrict: ThaneDifficulty Level: MediumEndurance Level: MediumGorakhgad is a fort that can be done easily in a day, both from Mumbai and Pune. Though not famous for any historical events, Gorakhgad attracts trekkers due to its inviting pinnacles, which offer good opportunities for rock-climbing. This region of Gorakhgad and Machchindragad has a dense forest cover.Fort Gorakhgad is quite small in size. It was having strategic importance during the reign of Shahaji Raje. However, no major battle is recorded to have taken place here. It was used in Shivaji's era to patrol the nearby region and was used as a stopover station during the journey to Junnar via Naneghat. Though small in size, there is enough availability water and a lot of space for accommodation. The fort gets its name from Saint Gorakhnath, who performed his "Sadhana" in this place.The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:Meeting Point: Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar(e) at 10.30 Pm on 20th Feb 2016Start by our private bus towards GorakhgadReach the base by 2 am.start trek and reach the top till 5.00 am.Rest in Caves till Morning.Enjoy Sunrise from Gorakhgad CaveExplore the fort, have breakfast, and start descend by 9am.Back to the Base Village by 12.00pmLunch and start our back journey @ 02:00pmReach Dadar by 06.00 pm. (approximately)Confirmation will be done after a bank transferFOR DETAILS CALLRahul - 9004 535 877Lawrence - 7666 311 555The charges for the trek will be Rs 900/- per head, which includesTravelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private Vehicle,Lunch Tattva's Expertise Charges Things To Be carried:----------------------------------------------------------------TORCH V IMP with extra batteries Identity proofSleeping bag/ Mat to restWear clothes that are comfortable andallows free movement of the body Breakfast for S... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 07:01 AM PST

Dear Friends we invite you all for Turtle Festival Tour to Velas on 20 & 21 Feb 2016 Leaving 19 Feb Night   Batch 1 : 20 & 21 Feb   2016 Leaving 19 Feb   Friday Night Batch 2 : 27 & 28 Feb   2016 Leaving 26 Feb   Friday Night Batch 3 : 5  & 6  March 2016 Leaving 4  March Friday Night Batch 4 : 12 & 13 March 2016 Leaving 11 March Friday Night Batch 5 : 19 & 20 March 2016 Leaving 18 march Friday Night Batch 6 : 26 & 27 March 2016 Leaving 25 March Friday Night       Turtle Festival at Velas Beach : The turtle festival is being celebrated since 2006.The Turtle Festival at Velas is annually organized by Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra (SNM) and the  Kasav Mitra Mandal ,in March. This festival is meant for nature lovers, marine turtle enthusiasts, tourists and people who just want to witness  this moment, at least once in a lifetime!   Harihareshwar Surrounded by four holy hills Harihar, Harshinachal, Bramhadri and Pushpadri Harihareshwar is a region in Konkan which is amazingly beautiful with  hills playing the perfect foil for long stretch of pristine beach. The Harihareshwar temple built in the 16th century with the deities of Vishnu Brahma  and Shiva is the primary attraction in Harihareshwar along with beautiful stretch of beach.   Velas is a village in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. It is noted as a birthplace of Nana Phadnis.He was sachiva- a secretary in Peshawai in Pune.   Accommodation consists of a simple, homely dormitory style (no separate rooms).       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 ... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 06:37 AM PST

We " Swachhand Bhramanti" are planning to go for trek to "The Samarbhumi- Umberkhind via Kurwande Ghat "on  Dt. 21st February-2016 Duration :  Dt. 21st February,2016  Meeting Point :  At Lonavala Rly Station near Ticket Counter by 08.00 am Mode of Transport : LOCAL Transport like Jeep/ Tumtum/ Bus Brief Introduction: Battle of Umberkhind took place on  on 2 February 1661 in the mountain range of Sahyadri near the city of Pen, Maharashtra. The battle was fought between the Maratha under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Kartalab Khan of Mughals. The Marathas defeated the Mughal forces. Mughal forces consisted of 35,000 men, while there was just 1,000 light Maratha cavalry. The itinerary for the trek is as given below: Meeting Point: At Lonavala Rly Station Near Ticket Counter @ 8.00 am We will be starting with the Indrayani Express (As per Below Time table). People can board the same train from their respective stations. CST:       05:40 am Dadar:    05:51 am Thane:    06:14 am Kalyan:   06:33 am Lonavala: 07:58 am PUNE People can Catch Pune Lonavala Local Train (As per Below Time table ) Pune Station: 06:27 Hrs Shivaji Nagar : 06:33 Hrs Lonavala Station: 07:50 Hrs • After Reaching  at Lonavala  at 08:00 am  have Tea & Breakfast, • Move towards kurvande village by local transport.  • Round of Introduction and Proceed to Kurvande Ghat. • Trek starts towards Amba River • Reach Samarbhumi Umberkhind ( Lunch break) • With knowing history of the place will move towards khopoli by local vehicle from Shenavi Village.  • We will be Reach Mumbai by 10.00 – 10.30 pm tentatively The charges of the Trek are Rs. 370/- per head,  Cost Inclusions:  * Kohpoli  to Mumbai Transportation   * Tea, Breakfast, Snacks,  during the Trek,   * Guide and Expertise charges  Cost Exclusions:  * Travel from Mumbai to Lonavala * Lunch for Sunday i.e.21st February,2016 * Personal orders of food & cold drinks etc. and any other personal Expenses * Anything other than above mentioned inclus... Read more

Posted: 09 Feb 2016 05:43 AM PST

Dear Trekkers, Nature Lovers & Photographers,   We at Sahyavihar Trekkers are glad to invite you all for Moonlight Trek to HARISHCHANDRAGAD On 20th Feb 2016 - 21st Feb 2016 (Leaving On 19th Feb night).   Little Info about the Fort   Type : Hill Fort   Height: 4671 ft.   Grade : Medium   Base Village : Khireshwar   Harishchandragad is a hill fort in the Ahmednagar region of India. Its history is linked with that of MalshejGhat, and it has played a major role in guarding the surrounding region.   Fascinating Spots   -Temple at Khireshwar   - Ganesh Guha (Cave)   -KonkanKada   -Taramati peak   So friends,   We at Sahyavihar Trekkers, invite you to come together and witness the magic of nature this winter on Trek to Harishchandragad on 20th & 21st Feb 2016.   Age Limit :- Above 15 Years.   Meeting Point: Kalyan St Depot : 09.30 PM (19th Feb 2016)   Itinerary for the trek are as follows:-   19th Feb 2016(Friday) :-   10:00 pm: Meeting point Kalyan bus depot.   10:30 pm: Start towards Base by Public Transport.   20th Feb 2016 (Saturday) :-   01:00 am: reach base.   01:30 am: Start the trek after introduction.   07:00 am: Reach the caves and rest.   07:30 am: Breakfast and tea.   08:30 am: Explore Harishchandragad and surrounding area.   12:00 pm: Lunch time.   01:00 pm: rest time.   04:00 pm: start journey towards Taramati .   05: 30 pm: Tea at kokankada.   08:00 pm: Dinner Time.   Camping at KONKANKADA.   21th Feb 2016 (Sunday) :-   07:30 am: Breakfast and tea.   09:30 am: Return Journey start towards base village.   12:30 pm: Reach base village.   01:00 pm: Lunch at base village.   03.30 pm: Journey Starts towards Kalyan   07.30 pm: Reach kalyan (Tentatiive)   09.30 pm: Reach dadar with sweet memories   Cost of trek would be 1100/- per head which include   • All transport kalyan to Kalyan (By Public Transport)   •2 Breakfast , 2 Lunch & 1 Dinner.   • Camping at Kokankada.   THINGS TO CARRY-   1. Good footwear (Mandatory).   2. Torch with extra batteries.(Ma... Read more