Posted: 04 Apr 2016 02:58 AM PDT

Trek Mates India invites you to Trek to Bhimashankar via Wajanrti - Khetoba Ghat - Bhorgiri on 9th - 10th April 2016.   Key Information about the place Bhimashankar Via Wajantri – Khetoba Ghat – Bhorgiri Date : 09th-10th April 16 Type: Hills Grade: Medium Place: Kamatpada – Bhorgiri – Khandas   Bhimashankar Via Wajantri – Khetoba Ghat - Bhorgiri   Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlings of India, a pilgrimage place approximately 3500 feet high up in the hills. The area around Bhimashankar is covered with thick dense jungle. The Maharashtra Government has also declared it a Wildlife Sanctuary.The sanctuary is small (only about 100 sq. km's), but it is home to a wide variety of animals Leopard, Sambar, Barking deer, Porcupines, Grey Junglefowls, Wild pig, Hanuman langur, Rhesus macaque and Flying Squirrel etc. The sanctuary is famous as the home of a highly endangered subspecies of the Indian Giant Squirrel – Shekharu (Ratufa indica elphistoni), which is also the state animal of Maharashtra.     Shiva Temple: The temple of Bhimashankar is around 1200 – 1400 years old and is built on the Hemad Panthi style. There are very beautiful sculptures and paintings on the roof and pillars of the temple. At the front of the temple hangs a huge metal bell cast in 1729. There is also a 15-20 feet high "Deepmala" or lamppost in the outer corridor of the temple. There is also an inscription on stone on this lamppost. It is to be noted that the original name of the river Chandrabhaga at Pandharpur is Bhima. This Bhima River originates at Bhimashankar.   Gupt Bhimashankar : There is a water stream route going down from the left of the Ram temple. Taking that route, we enter a thick jungle. We reach a temple around 25 minutes through this route. A route going toward the waterfall, left of this temple, leads to the "water sculpted""Shiva Linga" under this waterfall. This is called the Gupt Bhimashankar. There is a huge waterfall at this place.   Itinerary of the ev... Read more

Posted: 04 Apr 2016 12:48 AM PDT

Dear friends we invite you for Night Trek to Harischandragad by MumbaiRangers on 24 April 2016 Leaving saturday night 23 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 visited Harishchandragad 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 1747 from 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 and looks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region and sunset. This cliff is not just vertical; it is an overhang, almost like 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 Ghat Grade: 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 am Start trek by 5:30 am Reach top by 8:00 am Morning Tea / Breakfast at Konkankada Explore Konkankada, Kedareshwar, Caves till 09:45 am Start descend at 10:00 am Reach back to base village 12:00 PM Reach Kasara... Read more

Posted: 03 Apr 2016 11:34 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Midnight Cycle Ride from SouthMumbai to bandstand with MumbaiRangers on 15 April 2016 Friday night 25 KMS   MumbaiRangers Have Own Brand New Cycles BTwin Geared and Non Geared Cycles both Are comfortable to Ride.   Route (Gateway-Marinedrive-Haji Ali-Worli Seaface siddhivinayak bandstand)   Go Green With MumbaiRangers Say no to Pollution Ride A Cycle Be Healthy.   Here we will see Night life of Mumbai again But on Cycle this time. So come Be a part of it and Enjoy it to the fullest. Ride to the beautiful costal route of Mumbai on cycle.   Some Information about the Cycle Ride   Category : Cycling Level : Easy Duration : 10:30pm to Sunday early morning 3:30Am. Total Ride of approximately 25 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. (in taxi).. 2. There might be alteration in the route as per the situation.   Itinerary for the Cycle Ride: Meeting at Regal Theatre Sharp 10.30 at night Collect Cycles Starting Point: Causeway Gateway of India Marine Drive Haji Ali Worli sea face siddhivinayak Bandstand Hill RD Handover the cycle and Ride Ends Tour Concludes with Happy Memories   Tour Cost : Rs 900/- per person One Has To Transfer full Amount In Advance for Booking Seat.   Inclusions:   1. Cycle Rental 2. Transfer of Cycles from Bandra to Regal 3. Refreshments on tour (Energy Bar) 4. First Aid 5. Expertise Charges 6. Mechanic Support   For Registration :   Email us : connect@mumbairangers.com OR Call/SMS/Whatsapp : Amit Bhadouria: 9819299164     Payment :   Click on the Link Given Below To Pay Online:   http://www.mumbairangers.com/online-payment/   OR    Login to website : www.mumbairangers.com & Click on ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION AT THE TOP.   Things to carry: – Identity Proof (Mandatory) A Water Bottle (Mandatory) Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)   A backpack to put all these things Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornament... Read more

Posted: 03 Apr 2016 09:08 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Night Trek to Garbett Plateau Matheran with MumbaiRangers on 17 April 2016 Leaving Sat night 16 April    Matheran has garnered a reputation of one of the most favourite hill-stations around Mumbai for some reasons. The bountiful rains, good greenery and  waterfalls around. Garbett Plateau is located in the south – west direction of Matheran, offering a 360 degree view of one of our all-time favourite  hill stations. Matheran is Famous & splendid hill station in Maharashtra, it covers an area of 8 square kilometres in Sahyadris. This Fantastic spot was  discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the collector of Thane district. Garbett point is located on South-west side of Matheran with grand view of the  plateau. Climate here is very cool with some breath taking views.    Some Information about the Place: Type: Hill Fort   Height: 2625 Feet above MSL (Approx)   Grade: Easy   District: Raigad   Range: Matheran   Base Village: Diksal       Trek Leader : Jatinder Singh       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   Neral – 11:39pm.   Bhivpuri – 11.46       (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)       The itinerary for trek is:   From Bhivpuri station   Introduction Round   Start Trek under moon light   Reach Matheran early Morning   Catch taxi to neral station   Breakfast at neral station   Reach Dadar by 10:00am…       Expenses for the Trek is 450 /- which is inclusive of Morning Breakfast & Tea, Taxi Fare from Neral to Matheran Station, Matheran Entry Charges,   Guide, Mumbai Rangers Administration Charges if any…       For Registration :   Email us : connect@mumbairangers... Read more

Posted: 03 Apr 2016 08:26 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for  MumbaiRangers Tour To Velas Turtle Festival on 16 & 17 April 2016 Leaving 15 April Friday Night Batch 9   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 Batch 7 : 02 & 03 April 2016 Leaving 01 April Friday Night  Batch 8 : 09 & 10 April 2016 Leaving 08 April Friday Night  Batch 9 : 16 & 17 April 2016 Leaving 15 April 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 ... Read more

Posted: 03 Apr 2016 09:52 AM PDT

  "Raigad Adventure Club" We have arranged an Trek to Sandhan Valley – also known as Valley of Shadows on 16 & 17 April 2016 (Leaving friday 15 April)   Sandhan valley सांधण व्हॅली is known Wonder of nature & splendid of Sahayadri (Western Ghats).Water carved valley of 200 ft deep and about 1.5 long. Sandhan valley is located on the west side of beautiful Bhandardara region, near Samrad village. Valley surrounded with mighty Alang अलंग, Madan मदन & Kulang कुलंग (Known as AMK- toughest trek in Sahyadri) Ratangad रतनगड, Ajoba आजोबागड & Kalsubai कळसूबाई शिखर (5400 ft. highest peak in Maharashtra) mountain ranges. Brilliant & deep narrow rock floored ravine between the two high walls of mountain range. At some places its width is less than 3 ft so that at some places sun rays unable to reach. So it's called valley of shadow. it is accessible throughout the year except monsoon. To go at end side of gorge you have cross 2-3 water pools, water level changes according to seasons, in winter it is up to waist & in summer it is up to knee height. At the end of valley you get magnificent view of high cliffs & deep valley.   The Sandhan valley trek incorporates a rappelling experience and freehold rock climbing and descending, which cannot be undertaken by a group of rookies or individual trekkers. You would have to enlist the help of an operator who will, in addition to the technical gear also provide you camping gear.   Brief info about the Trek :- Location :- Igatpuri – Ghoti – Bhandardhara – Samrad Grade :- Medium with Rappelling Cannoying with 3 Rock Patches.   Full Itinerary:-  Kindly board the Kasara Local according to the Below mentioned Timings and get in with your Respective Stations   Catch 10:50 PM CST-Kasara fast local. 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 Dombivali :- 11:54 PM Kalyan :- 00:07 AM Kasara :- 01:18 AM.   Participants who reside on ... Read more