Dear all,
We @ शिखर वेध has planned a less trodden path Trek to Pratapgad via Kudpan, Bhimachi kathi on Sunday 25 August 2013.
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This route is very beautiful. From Kudpan village to Pratapgad. Its approx. 5 hrs walk thru dense forest with 1 gigantic waterfalls and many more small waterfalls & streams enroute. Dont miss this different route.
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Pratapgad Fort is a mountain fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort is at a distance of 24 km from the hill station of Mahabaleshwar. The fort holds a sturdy view of coastal Konkan. The Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan’s tomb are other places of interest.
Pratapgad consists of two forts – an upper fort built on the top of the hill and a lower fort immediately below on the south and the east. Surrounding areas can be easily taken guard from the fort on almost all the sides. The southern side is rocky while the eastern side has a strong outwork ending in the Afzal Buruj.
It is believed that Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja was blessed with a shining sword at the temple of Goddess Bhavani here. The historic battle between Chatrapati Shivaji and Afzal Khan, the commander of the Bijapur Sultanate fought here.
Bhimachi Kathi – a well-known pinnacle in this region. Height around 800′ form the valley side, This valley is surrounded by all three “Wadis” of Kudpan & famous for two gigantic waterfall.
You can enjoy various small waterfalls here. This route is wonderful for nature lovers.
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Trivia : Trek through mountains
Height: 3000 ft above MSL approx.
Grade: Medium
Base Village : Kudpan
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Itinerary for the Trek is as follows :
Meeting point: Saturday 24 august 2013 – 23:00 Hrs @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E)
Sunday 25 August 2013
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06:00 Hrs: @ Poladpur Bus depo
08:00 Hrs: @ Kudpan
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Exploration of Bhimachi kathi Pinnacle & Waterfall
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B/f & Tea
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09:30 Hrs: Trek Starts
10:30 Hrs: @ Greenish plateau atop near Dhangarwada
15 mins Break
10:45 Hrs: Continue Treks – Njoy numerous small waterfalls & streams en-route
12:15 Hrs: @ Kumthe Village
12:45 Hrs: @ Par Village
13:45 Hrs: @ Pratapgad Base
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Lunch Time
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14:45 Hrs: 15 mins climb 2 Pratapgad fort & Exploration time
16:45 Hrs: Departure 2 Mumbai
22:00 Hrs: @ Dadar ( Thats subjective)
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The Estimated expenditure for the trek is about Rs. 1000 / – per head
This includes Dadar 2 Dadar travel by private vehicle, Morning B/f +Tea and Lunch
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Deposit Rs. 1000/- per head (Non-refundable) on following A/c for vehicle reservation
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
Last date for registration: – Tuesday 20th August 2013, 5 pm OR Till the reg. gets full
Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( A must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies ( a must)
Rain-cheater(a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food.Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes,
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)
A haversack to put all these things
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For confirmation, do call on below no or reply here
Jagdish Patil : 09869369836
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