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.
just check da following link abt Kalwantin as seen from Prabalgad …
http://www.marathikatta.com/
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 6th June 2015. Please ensure punctuality.
The itinerary for the Event is as given below:
Saturday – 6 June 2015
06:55 Hrs: Depart from Panvel bus depo to Thakurwadi by ST / tum-tum
07:45 Hrs: @ Thakurwadi base
Breakfast – tea Time
Intro & Instructions
08:30 Hrs: Trek from Thakurwadi to Kalavantin
One can get a panoramic view from the top, not to mention the thrill of an exposed climb via the stairs.
REST & Lunch Time
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12:30 Hrs: Descend 2 Thakurwadi
15:00 Hrs: By bus / tumtum 2 Panvel
16:30 Hrs: @ Panvel bus depo
We would be getting back to Dadar at approx 19:30 Hrs (Subjective)
Some memories in form of snaps from last outing
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The cost of this trek would be Rs. 400/- per head only and would include:
> Morning Breakfast – Tea & SV administrative charges
Rain-cheater (Optional) for those who don’t want to wet
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