Posted: 21 Mar 2016 09:00 PM PDT

Dear friends we invite you for Trek to Harischandragad and Konkankada by Mumbairangers on 03 April 2016 (Leaving 02 April 2016). Ascend and descend via Pachnai.Harischandragad is one of the most visited forts in Western Ghats. If you are trekking in Sahyadri for several years and you haven't visitedHarishchandragad then you haven't trekked enough. This enormous fort has 7 routes and during this trek we will be doing most simple route ie Pachnai Route.Its the easiest way to explore Harishchandragad without facing much exhaustion. Pachnai route might be the simplest route but its very scenic. Since it does not take out your breath, you are more appreciative to your surroundings.Harishchandragad: The fort is quite ancient, considered to be from the medieval period. The Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate on Taramati/Rohidas in 14th century. The caves are also from the same period. Harishchandragad was captured by the Marathas in 1747from the Moguls.Konkan Kada: The most interesting point on this fort is this cliff, which has always fascinated many people from many years. The cliff faces west andlooks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region and sunset. This cliff is not just vertical; it is an overhang, almostlike a cobra's hood.Kedareshwar: The cave of Kedareshwar has a big Shivlinga, which is totally surrounded by water.Some Information about the Fort:Height of Fort – Harischandragad -1424m (4671ft)Base Village- Pachnai.District & Region- Ahmednagar, Malshej GhatGrade: Easy (2.5 hrs trek).Trek Leader: Swapnil Kawad.Saturday night catch Kasara local & board second last compartment from cst side.From Kasara station reach Pachnai by Private vehicle by 2:00 amStart trek by 5:30 amReach top by 8:00 amReach Konkankada by 8:30 amMorning Tea / Breakfast at KonkankadaExplore Konkankada, Kedareshwar, Caves till 11:45 amStart descend at 12:00 amReach back to base village 02:00 PMReach Kasara Station ... Read more

Posted: 21 Mar 2016 08:00 AM PDT

Small Steps Adventures : Harishchandragad via Nali Chi Vaat  Date:- 26-27th March'16 Type: - Hill fort Height: - 1220 mts - 4000 ft Grade: - Tough **** Itinerary **** Leaving Mumbai on Friday night I.e. on 25-march-2016 by 10.06 PM CST- KALYAN slow local. LOCAL train time: > 10.06 PM "CST - KALYAN" at respective station which reaches KALYAN at 11.32 PM. (Also, one can join us directly at KALYAN station at 11.30 PM) Schedule: Day 0:25-March-2016 -------------- 11.45 PM: Start our journey from KALYAN by private vehicle Day 1:26-March-2016 -------------- 03.00 AM: Reach base village Belpada and rest for one hour, Bio break ( at open :-( ) 04.00 AM: Start ascent with small steps leads via Nali Chi Vaat 07.30 AM: Reach rock patch and start rock climbing 08:00 AM: BREAKFAST 11:00 PM: Reach Ganesh temple and Shankar temple 01.30 PM: lunch and rest 04.00 PM: Taramati top visit (optional) or fort cleaning. 06.00 PM: Reach back to Konkan kada, Tea, and enjoy sunset 07.00 PM: Tent pitching session and camp fire 09.00 PM: Dinner, star gazing and rest.   Day 2: 27-March-2016 -------------- 06.00 AM: Wake up call & Bio break ( at open :-( ) 07.00 AM: Break fast 07.30 AM: Start descent via Tolar khind 10.30 AM: Reach base village Khireshwar and start return journey towards Mumbai in same vehicle 01.30 PM: Reach KALYAN station   Cost: 1700 /-              Cost Includes: - Day 1 Breakfast, Lunch, tea, Dinner; Day 2 breakfast KALYAN to KALYAN Transportation; Tent stay; Expertise Charges; First aid Excludes: - Any personal expenses other than above which is not mentioned. ====================== Things to carry -->Minimum 4 liters of water(Mandatory). -->Torch with extra batteries(Mandatory). -->Shoes with good condition(Mandatory). -->ID CARD (MANDATORY) -->1 Bed sheet, Sleeping mat/Chatayi(Mandatory). -->Cap/Scarf,full sleeves t-shirt(to protect from heat, bushes, insects), full track pant.(Mandatory). -->Dry food like thepla, dates, biscuits etc (optional... Read more

Posted: 21 Mar 2016 06:47 AM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you to Mango festival Tour to Ratnagiri with MumbaiRangers on 30 april & 1 may Leaving Friday Night 29 april 2016   We always give some thing special and unique to everyone , so this time we have Mango wala summer for you at ratnagiri,ganpatipule temple and ganpatipule  beach,Konkani food,Unlimited mango,mango related activities,indoor and outdoor games Last but not the least Mumbai Rangers cricket tournament…  Come Lets experience it together…   Summer 2016 is finally here! And what beats the summer heat if it's not a basket full of mangoes? And to beat that too, mangoes in a huge mango farm!   We know people playing around with tomatoes and grapes. How fun would it be to play with mangoes? Squash and splash around with your hands, and of course,  not waste it. Yes, Mumbai Rangers now has mangoes in store for you. And again, of course, not the typical style, but Mumbai Rangers' style! Here's what   we have for you-   Imagine yourself in a mango farm, surrounded by the huge mango trees. Don't forget to imagine the summer beauty of Ganpatipule, its nature and its beaches.  Now, imagine a vast field with all sorts of games set up, that include eating mangoes, drinking mangoes, thinking mangos, earning mangos and spending  mangoes! And along with that a bunch of activities like bird watching and campfire in Night. Now who would give up on that image? So here's  hoping to see you at the MANGO FEST 2016!!   The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:   Over night Journey towards ratnagiri in Private AC Bus    Friday 29 april 2016 Meeting Point :Pritam Hotel Dadar East 11 oclock. Pickup point Chembur: yogi hotel 11:15. Pikcup Point : Vashi Below Main Bridge 11:45. Pickup Point For all Pune People Kalamboli MC'Donald Near Highway     Saturday 30 april,2016 Reach Ratnagiri by 07.00am in the morning. Explore the mango farm with exciting game sessions Like Mango Plucking ,Mango Treasure Hunt. Eat mango, drink Mango and Breath Mango!! Eat Unlimite... Read more