Dear All
We 21 TREKKERS, have arranged a Trek to Kalavantin Fort on Sunday 25 August 2013
The fort of Kalavantin was used as a watch tower and is located right next to Prabhalgad fort on the old Mumbai-Pune route. The beauty of this trek is the amazing rock cut steps that zig-zag their way up the mountain to take you to the top of the fort.
Here is some info abt the fort:
Height: 2000 feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium - Thrilling
Base Village: Thakurwadi
Plan:
Rendezvous: Meet at 6.45 AM (Sharp) at Panvel Bus Depo on Saturday 25th August 2013. Please ensure punctuality.
The itinerary for the Event is as given below:
Sunday - 25 August 2013
06:55 Hrs: Depart from Panvel bus depo to Thakurwadi by ST / tumtum
07:45 Hrs: @ Thakurwadi base
Intro & Instructions
08:30 Hrs: Trek from Thakurwadi to Kalavantin
11:00 Hrs: Atop Kalawantin
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One can get a panoramic view from the top, not to mention the thrill of an exposed climb via the stairs.
REST & Lunch Time
.
13:30 Hrs: Descend 2 Thakurwadi
16:00 Hrs: By bus 2 Panvel
17:00 Hrs: @ Panvel bus depo
We would be getting back to Dadar at approx 19:30 Hrs (Subjective)
The cost of this trek would be Rs.450/- only and would include:
> Panvel-Thakurwadi-Panvel by Tumtum / ST
> Morning Breakfast - Tea
Note: Maximum 30 seats
Things To Carry: -
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) ( a must)
LUNCH for da day (a Must)
Raincheater (Optional) for those who don't want to wet
Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
A haversack to put all these things
RULES OF 21 TREKKERS-
1. The Leader's decision will be final & binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
2. Smoking and Alcohol will strictly be not permitted on the event. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the activity.
3. It is important for all participants to stay together in the group, in the event of any deviation by the participant without the consent of the leader, he/she/they will be considered as 'Independent/s' & will no longer be considered as a part of the group. No refund of fees will be given in case the person is expelled from trek for above 3 reasons.
{Deviation: E.g.: Participant decides to go sightseeing on his own, decides to stray away from the group, decides to trek on route other than instructed by Leader, etc}
4. In the event of any Mishap, Leaders will not be responsible.
5. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety & baggage.
6. Avoid wearing Gold or other ornaments.
7. Do not tease, argue, ask stupid questions, play prank on any villager, specially women, at the place of trek. If you do so and get beaten-up by the villagers we will not interfere nor take responsibility for it.
Please remember trekking is not a picnic, its an adventure, hence do not take instructions casually, defying them may prove harmful.
.
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Prathmesh Patil
9819505907
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We 21 TREKKERS, have arranged a Trek to Kalavantin Fort on Sunday 25 August 2013
The fort of Kalavantin was used as a watch tower and is located right next to Prabhalgad fort on the old Mumbai-Pune route. The beauty of this trek is the amazing rock cut steps that zig-zag their way up the mountain to take you to the top of the fort.
Here is some info abt the fort:
Height: 2000 feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium - Thrilling
Base Village: Thakurwadi
Plan:
Rendezvous: Meet at 6.45 AM (Sharp) at Panvel Bus Depo on Saturday 25th August 2013. Please ensure punctuality.
The itinerary for the Event is as given below:
Sunday - 25 August 2013
06:55 Hrs: Depart from Panvel bus depo to Thakurwadi by ST / tumtum
07:45 Hrs: @ Thakurwadi base
Intro & Instructions
08:30 Hrs: Trek from Thakurwadi to Kalavantin
11:00 Hrs: Atop Kalawantin
.
One can get a panoramic view from the top, not to mention the thrill of an exposed climb via the stairs.
REST & Lunch Time
.
13:30 Hrs: Descend 2 Thakurwadi
16:00 Hrs: By bus 2 Panvel
17:00 Hrs: @ Panvel bus depo
We would be getting back to Dadar at approx 19:30 Hrs (Subjective)
The cost of this trek would be Rs.450/- only and would include:
> Panvel-Thakurwadi-Panvel by Tumtum / ST
> Morning Breakfast - Tea
Note: Maximum 30 seats
Things To Carry: -
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) ( a must)
LUNCH for da day (a Must)
Raincheater (Optional) for those who don't want to wet
Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
A haversack to put all these things
RULES OF 21 TREKKERS-
1. The Leader's decision will be final & binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
2. Smoking and Alcohol will strictly be not permitted on the event. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the activity.
3. It is important for all participants to stay together in the group, in the event of any deviation by the participant without the consent of the leader, he/she/they will be considered as 'Independent/s' & will no longer be considered as a part of the group. No refund of fees will be given in case the person is expelled from trek for above 3 reasons.
{Deviation: E.g.: Participant decides to go sightseeing on his own, decides to stray away from the group, decides to trek on route other than instructed by Leader, etc}
4. In the event of any Mishap, Leaders will not be responsible.
5. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety & baggage.
6. Avoid wearing Gold or other ornaments.
7. Do not tease, argue, ask stupid questions, play prank on any villager, specially women, at the place of trek. If you do so and get beaten-up by the villagers we will not interfere nor take responsibility for it.
Please remember trekking is not a picnic, its an adventure, hence do not take instructions casually, defying them may prove harmful.
.
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Prathmesh Patil
9819505907
