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Posted: 10 Feb 2016 10:50 PM PST

Trekगुरु : Scuba diving, Water sports & Malvan tour Date : 19 Feb to 21 Feb 2016 (leaving 18 Feb nyt) District : Sindhudurg Grade : Very Easy Attractions : Scuba diving, Water sports, Sindhudurg fort, Vijaydurg fort, Parasailing, Beaches, Temples & Many more Cost : Aprx 2500 to 3000 rs contribution basis (Transport, Food & Stay) + Aprx 2500 rs (Scuba diving, Water sports, Parasailing, Dolphin safari) + 200 rs Trekगुरु charges Contact : Pravin 9821318848/9821465256   ------------   Trekगुरु has arranged a tour to Konkan , Scuba Diving, Water sports and visit to beaches and Temples of Konkan on 19th Feb 2016 to 21st Feb 2016. (Leaving on 18th Feb Thursday Night)   -----------   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 is nothing but swimming underwater while using self-contained breathing equipment. By carrying a source of compressed air, the scuba diver is able to stay underwater longer than with the simple breath-holding techniques and is not hindered by air-lines to a remote air source. The scuba diver typically swims underwater by using fins attached to the feet. You will get a perfect opportunity to try Scuba diving or snorkelling in Malvan. The waters are warm, clear & full of varied marine-life guaranteeing some of the best scuba diving and snorkelling holidays anywhere in Indian subcontinent. Southern region of Sindhudurg fort  is the primary location of snorkeling site in Maharashtra. This makes paradise a potential diving destination of India.   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 t... Read more

Posted: 10 Feb 2016 09:36 PM PST

Time : 4 Hours Descend trek Grade : Medium Base Village : pimpri village Date : 06-12-2015 (Sunday) Participants : 30 Only,(First come first serve) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- "Andharban", the word itself means dense dark forest. Andharban is one of the most beautiful trek in Sahyadris. The best time to visit this place is during monsoon or post monsoon. In this trek, you descend for almost 4 hours and you are covered with dense forest and shade. En-route enjoy the waterfalls and awesome view of Kundalika valley. Here, we will be descending from Pune (Ghatmatha) to Konkan. This trek is also famous among nature lovers, shutterbugs for various species of Butterfly and flowers are there. --------------------------------------------------------------------   Itenary for Trek: Meeting point: Dadar (E) at 11:30pm on 05th March 2016 (Sat Night) at Pritam Hotel Dadar Pune Group:- We will start at 5.30 AM from Swargate ,   mumbai Group:- Reach Tahmini Ghat by 3.30am and rest in bus till 06.00am 07.00 Wakeup call 08.00 Breakfast   Pune Group:- Reach Tahmini Ghat by 7.30am and rest in bus till 08.00am 8.00 Breakfast ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- All Group 08.30 Start trek towards Andharban 13.00 Lunch Break in Hirdi Village 14:00 Start descend towards Bhira Dam 15:30 Bhira Dam 16:30 :-Departure to Mumbai/pune 17:30 Evening refreshments and visit to ballaleshwar ashtavinayak temple at Pali 19:00 Reach Pune tentetively and 22:00 Reaching Mumbai tentatively ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- The contrubution for the event will be Rs 1275/- per head for Mumbai, 925/- for Pune people -------------------------------------------------------------------------- which includes, Travelling from Dadar to Dadar and Pune to Pune Morning Tea/Breakfast, Veg packed Lunch Guide and Exper... Read more

Posted: 10 Feb 2016 09:30 PM PST

SPR Giriratna Hkers the most Thrilling offbeat Jungli Jaigad Trek on 27th-28th Feb 2016     Jungli Jaigad as a fort location itself i extremely beautiful. We can get excellent view of Dense Jungle, Koyna Dam back waters, Kumbharli Ghat and the water body created by discharge of Koyna hydro electricity project stage 4 discharge. Practically we stand on the mountain which carries the stage 4 underground pielines. Trek is categorised as easy grade difficulty but medium grade endurance.There are several forts named Jaigad and from that two Jaigad forts are situated in the same Ratnagiri district but one is a coastal one an other is located in a dense Jungle. The fort on the coast is recognised as Only "Jaigad" and the second one which is located in dense forest is known as "Jungli Jaigad" after its location.Jungli Jaigad is one of the most interesting Jungle treks where we get to see real dense forest. This forest is part of Koyna WLS which is now part of Sahyadri Tiger Reserve. The forest around this fort acts like a wildlife corridor between Koyna and Chandoli forest.Difficulty level- ModerateTrekking Duration- 1 dayKey Features of the Event :> Fort is situated in the forest of Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary which is now part of Sahyadri Tiger Reserve. So beautiful Jungle around> From the fort we can see the water discharge of fourth stage of Koyna Hydo electricity project.> Excellent view of Kumbharli Ghat Planning:-Sat 27 - 5.00 PM Kurla - For Ratangiri (22113 LTT KCVL EXPRESS LOKMANYATILAK T KOCHUVELI)Pune People:- Reach @Panvel 5.30 We wil reach @RATNAGIRI - RN 11PMJaigad Base camp @4 AM by private vehicleCOST:- 975/-Cost Includes, Sunday Brekfast, Lunch while trek, DinnerTransport from Ratangiri to RatangiriTrek Expertise GuideExcludeTrain travel, Food whiile travleing, Any other personal expenses whch is not part of inclusions.Things To Be carried:1. Luggage packed in big good bagpack.2. Complete spare set of clothes & socks3. Water bottle (atleast 1.5 lt... Read more

Posted: 10 Feb 2016 09:22 PM PST

  SPR Giriratna Hikers Midnight cycling event to Bandra -Bandstand juhu beach to South Mumbai on  20-21 Feb 2016.(Saturday Night , 19 Kms)Dear Friends we invite you all for Midnight cycling event to Bandstand juhu beach on 20th Dec.(Saturday Night) 21 Kms.bandra-worli-sea-linkCategory : CyclingLevel : EasyDuration : 1 Night Saturday night 10:00 pm to Sunday early morning 5:00 Am.Total Ride of approximately 21 Kms.------------------------------------------------------------------------------Disclaimer :-1. No midway back out during the ride if you want you can drop the cycles on starting point on your own expenses.2. There might be alteration in the route as per the situation.Itinerary for the Cycle Ride:Meeting Point Bandra Station (West) Near ticket counter, 10 Oclock Sharp.Allocation of Cycles at 10.15Ride will Start around 10.30 sharpStarting Point:Bandra Hill RDLilavati HospitalMount Marry churchBandra Band standCarter RdPali hillZig Zag RdJuhu BeachsiddhivinayakWorli sea faceHaji AliMarine DriveGateway of IndiaEnd at Colaba Causeway Around 5 am Early morning.Tour Cost : Rs 825/- per personName: Rajendra JadhavBank: HDFC Ltd.Account No: 50100091005091IFSC code: HDFC0000814Branch : Thane Ghodbander RoadMail id: shilpachimad@gmail.comInclusions:1. Cycle Rental2. Helmet3. Refreshments on tour (Energy Drink,Energy Bar,biscuits)4. First Aid5. Expertise ChargesThings to be Carried:Identity proof (must)A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) CompulsoryTorch with extra batteriesMedicine those if u require usually (Optional)Ready to eat Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.All participants are requested to wear comfortable clothes for cycling For Registration call us:Rajendra: 9769641488Shilpa': 9920360336Registration accepted only through phone call..Few rules we would like our participants to follow:Please -Do Not LitterNo Smoking, tobacco and alcoholRespect the HeritageBe a GroupPay attention In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other cas... Read more

Posted: 10 Feb 2016 10:27 AM PST

Trek to mysterious valley... SANDHAN Valley is a beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats & Amidst the water carved valley of 200ft deep & 1.5km long. Experience the heart throbbing experience of crossing 4 to 5 ft deep water pool, bouldering among the huge rocks, witnessing the rarest beauty of nature which will give you a unique experience along with combination of adventure like rappelling, trekking & night camping. Trek Name: Sandhan Valley Seats:  25 Event Fee: Rs. 1450/- Grade: Medium but thrilling and technical Category: Trekking &   Base Village: Samrad Dates: 27th & 28th Feb, 2016.   What all are included in above cost. Transport From Kasara Till Samrad (Private Jeep) 2 Breakfast 2 lunch 1 Dinner Return ST fare from Dehne till Shahapur First Aid Rappelling & expertise cost   What all are not included in this cost.        Anything that is not mentioned above is not included.   Itinerary  26th Feb 2016 – Late Night 22:50 hrs – KASARA Local from CST 23:05 hrs -  Dadar 23:13 hrs -  Kurla 23:18 hrs -  Ghatkopar 23:34 hrs -  Thane 23:54 hrs -   Dombivali         -  27th Feb 2016 – Early Morning 00:07 hrs              - Kalyan 01:18 hrs              - Kasara 01.30 hrs              - Boarding a private hired Jeep 04.30 hrs              - Reaching Samard Village (Base Village) Breakup for refreshing and breakfast   The following timings are tentatively calculated 06.30 hrs              - Trek begins 07:00 hrs.              - Entering the valley 011:00 hrs            - Reach first rappelling point. 13:00 hrs              - Have Pack Lunch 18:00 hrs              - Reach at base camp   28th Feb 2016 – Early Morning 06:00 hrs              - Good morning 08:00 hrs              - Breakfast 08:30 hrs              - March towards Dehne gaon. 11:30 hrs              - Reach Dehne Gaon 12:30 hrs              - Have lunch & Relax. 14:00 hrs              - ST towards Shahapur 19:00 hrs              - Tentatively reaching Kurla station..   For in... Read more

Posted: 10 Feb 2016 07:19 AM PST

  Birding @ Bhimashankar   A pristine natural environment with hills, waterfalls and forests; a wild life sanctuary and an ancient temple! Bhimashankar offers the ideal setting to find spirituality. It is also the perfect place for adventure lovers with a plethora of treks. Moreover this is where you can find the shekru the giant flying squirrel which is also the state animal of Maharashtra.         The Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is part of the Western Ghats recognised as one of the 12 biodiversity hotspots of the world. It is home to a large diversity of endemic and specialised flora and fauna. It is also an important catchment area which feeds the rivers Bhima and Ghod that flow downstream. The Forest Interpretation Centre equipped with a library and nature-related guidance and interpretation, is a wonderful place for children and adults alike to learn about nature and adventure.       This photo walk is for whom?1. Nature/Bird Lovers2. Shutter Bugs (Photographers)3. Children / School Children's4. Families / Friends 5. In short Everyone !!!   Photo Walk Schedule:   5th Mar 2016   - Catch the Fast Train for Karjat from Mumbai CST, which start at 07:55 pm (Time Table Given Below) - Get down at Neral Station by 9:30 pm - Move towards Khandas Base village, by private vehicle - Dinner at Khandas - Take rest   Stations          Time Mumbai_CST   7:55 PMByculla           8:02 PMDadar             8:08 PMKurla              8:15 PMGhatkopar      8:19 PMMulund           8:31 PMThane             8:35 PMDombivili        8:47 PMKalyan            8:56 PMVithalwadi      9:00 PMUlhasnagar     9:02 PMAmbernath     9:06 PMBadlapur        9:13 PMVangani         9:22 PMShelu             9:26 PMNeral             9:30 PMBhivpuri         9:37 PMKarjat           9:48 PM     6th Mar 2016   - Wakeup early in the morning - Get fresh and have breakfast. - Start the small trek from Ganesh Ghat - Witness the rare species of birds & try to shoot them.... Read more

Posted: 10 Feb 2016 07:13 AM PST

Dear Friends We Invite You all For MumbaiRangers Bike Ride To Udaipur Kumbhalgarh & Great Rann Of Kutch 24 march to 27 march 2016   Udaipur is a small city in the western Indian state of Rajasthan, formerly the capital of the Rajput kingdom of Mewar. Founded by Udai Singh II in 1559,  it's set around a series of artificial lakes and known for its lavish palaces. City Palace, overlooking Lake Pichola, is a monumental complex of 11 palaces.   Places to See in Udaipur:   City Palace Lake Pichola Jag Mandir Lake Palace Jagdish Temple Bagore Ki Haveli Ambrai Ghat Vintage Classic Cars Museum       Kumbhalgarh Fort is a Mewar fortress on the westerly range of Aravalli Hills, in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan state in western India.  It is a World Heritage Site included in Hill Forts of Rajasthan. Kumbhalgarh is also the birthplace of Maharana Pratap, the great king and warrior of Mewar. Occupied until the late 19th century, the fort is now open  to the public and is spectacularly lit for a few minutes each evening. Kumbalgarh is situated 82 km northwest of Udaipur by road.  Its wall is the second largest wall in the world, after the Great Wall of China and is known as the Great Wall of India.     Places to See at Kumbhalgarh fort   Fort and Great Wall of Kumbhalgarh Ranakpur Jain Temples,       Rann of Kutch is a large area of salt marshes located in mostly in Sindh, Pakistan and the western tip of Gujarat, India. It is divided into two main parts; Great Rann of Kutch and Little Rann of Kutch. The Rann of Kutch is the only large flooded grasslands zone in the whole Indo-Malayan region of the planet.  The fact that the area has desert on one side and the sea on the other provides the Rann of Kutch with a variety of ecosystems,  including mangroves and desert vegetation.At night, an unexplained strange dancing light phenomena known locally as Chir Batti (ghost lights)  occurs in the Rann.   Places to see at Rann of Kutch   Great Rann of Kutch Kala Dungar Aaina Mahal... Read more