We @ शिखर वेध have planned our yearly event of Panhala – Pavankhind – Padbhraman Mohim. 
This Mohim commemorates Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s escape from the besieged Panhala to the safety of Vishalgad.

यंदाचे वर्ष ही मोहीम आयोजित करण्याचे ‘शिखर वेध’ या संस्थेचे पंधरावे वर्ष आहे !!!

The cost for the event is about  Rs. 3700 / – per head

This includes
> Mumbai – Kolhapur – Mumbai SL class Train fare
> Kolhapur – Panhala & Pavankhind – Kolhapur Transportation by Private Vehicle …
> All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned;
> Sharing Accommodation in village house … (Excludes Sunday Dinner )

Note:- 1) For Pune Participants AND Those participants who are Repeating this Pavankhind Mohim event with SHIKHAR VEDH again

The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 3150 / – per head

This includes
> Pune -2 Pune Transportation by Private Vehicle …
> All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned ;
> Sharing Accommodation in village house … (Excludes Sunday Dinner )

History:

Panhala – Pavankhind -Vishalgad 

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was under siege of Siddi Johar on Panhala fort from 2^nd March 1660. The siege lasted long and all food stocks had finished and made things difficult for Shivaji Maharaj. It was impossible to defeat the 30000 soldiered troop of Siddi. Shivaji Maharaj with some 600 mavalas decided to escape to Vishalgad, 65 kms away. It was Ashadi Pournima, with heavy rains falling. Chatrapati Shivaji Raje informed Siddi that he would surrender hence Siddi troops were little careless. Taking advantage Shivaji Maharaj escaped from Panhala. He wasn’t safe till he reached Vishalgad. Some how Siddi’s troops spotted Shivaji Raje’s escape, he immediately sent horsed troops behind him and they got hold of Shivaji, who was later brought to Siddi’s camp. But it was Raja Shivaji’s game plan; person whom they had caught was not Shivaji Raje, but Siva Kashid Nhavi who was immediately killed. Siddi somehow came to know that Shivaji Maharaj was on his way to Vishalgad, and so sent troops behind him. Shivaji Raje knew that Siddi’s troops were following him. Baji Prabhu, Chatrapati Shivaji’s loyal sardar decided to stay in Ghod Khind with 300 mavalas, a col were mountain ridges near Vishalgad unite and was the only way to Vishalgad then. Baji Prabhu with his 300 mavalas had guerilla warfare at Ghodkhind and held the Siddis troops there. They fought bravely till their death. It was only after Baji heard the canon fire indicating safe reach of Shivaji Maharaj at Vishalgad, he gave his life. It was 21 hour continuous journey from Panhala to Vishalgad. Story didn’t end here; Chatrapati Shivaji Raje had to fight his way to Vishalgad. Vishalgad is a fort difficult to conquer, difficult to lay siege. Also even if siege was laid, one would have enough time to escape to Konkan. Siddi was building siege on Vishalgad, but Shivaji Raje with his diplomatic trick made Adil Shah bring back Siddi Johar.

Meeting Point: Day 0

CST @ 20:00 Hrs on Friday
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20:00 Hrs: Departure from Mumbai by Train
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Day 1: Saturday
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07:30 Hrs: @ Kolhapur

08:30 Hrs: @ Panhala
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Breakfast & T ( 2 b borne by participants @ nearby hotel)
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09:30 hrs: Descend form Pusati Buruj

10:30 Hrs: @ Turukwadi —~2.5 km Complete

11:00 Hrs: @ Mhalunge Village — ~5 km Complete

12:00 Hrs: @ Mhasai Pathar-Mhasai Temple — ~11 km Complete

13:15 Hrs: @ Kumbharwadi — ~14 km Complete

14:30 Hrs: @ Chapewadi (Khotwadi) — ~18 km Complete

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Lunch BREAK
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15:15 Hrs: Start

16:30 Hrs: @ Mandlaiwadi — ~23 km Complete

17:30 Hrs: @ Karapewadi — ~28 km Complete

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Dinner & Overnight stay @ Karpewadi … village house
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Day 2: Sunday
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Breakfast – Tea

07:30 Hrs: Move

10:00 Hrs: @ Patewadi — ~34 km Complete

15 mins Break

13:00 Hrs: @ Pandherpani — ~44 km Complete

Lunch Break

15:00 Hrs: @ Pavankhind — ~51 km Complete

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Pay Tribute to Veer Baji Prabhu Deshpande
.

17:00 Hrs: Move 2 Kolhapur by Bus

20:00 Hrs: Board Train 2 Mumbai

Dinner ( 2 b borne by participants )
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Day 3: Monday
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07:00 Hrs: @ Mumbai (Dats’ subjective)

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The cost for the event is about Rs. 3700 / – per head
.
This includes
> Mumbai – Kolhapur – Mumbai SL class Train fare
> Kolhapur – Panhala & Pavankhind – Kolhapur Transportation by Private Vehicle …
> All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned ;
> Sharing Accommodation in village house … (Excludes Sunday Dinner )

Note:- 1) For Pune Participants AND Those participants who are Repeating this Pavankhind Mohim event with SHIKHAR VEDH again

The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 3150 / – per head

This includes
> Pune -2 Pune Transportation by Private Vehicle …
> All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned ;
> Sharing Accommodation in village house … (Excludes Sunday Dinner )

.
Direct Report @ Panhala Fort :-The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 1550 / – per head
Transport from Kolhapur to Panhala & Pavankhind to Kolhapur (Need 2 arrange by such participant who r joining directly)
.

2) Those who want 2 join only for Exploration of Panhala, Pavankhind AND not on a trek can do so albeit the cost remains same for them … enroll as far ur convenience
.
3) Those participants who are Repeating this event with SHIKHAR VEDH again, the cost for them would b Rs 3150/- per head
.

Deposit advance amount of Rs. 3700/- pp  (Non-Refundable) on following A/c for  Train Tcikets , Private vehicle and Food, Accommodation etc. 

.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay: 9702121373

Lasr date for registration: –  15 days before departure 
.
Note: Since the endurance level is extremely high there will be a limit for joining the Mohim.

.
Things To Carry:-
.
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)

A Torch with spare set of Battery (a must)

Sleeping mat, bedding (a must)

Extra 2 Pair of Clothes (a must)

100 ml coconut oil (for Shoe bite), Salt, Turmeric powder (for Leeches)

Good trekking shoes; carry extra pair (a must)

Rain-cheater (Optional)

Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)

Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.

Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

.
A haversack to put all these things
.
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil (O): 09702121373 / 09869369836

Also join us @
.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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About Kumta  -Gokarna beach trek ::
Situated by the Konkan Railway route, the trail between Kumta and Gokarna connects more than 10 clean and beautiful beaches on the northern tip of Karnataka. Most are untouched by regular tourists and only shelter few shacks for beach lovers. Start the trail at Kumta, walk through Vannali Beach, Kadle Beach, Nirvana Beach, Paradise Beach, Half-Moon Beach and Om Beach to name a few. End the trek at Gokarna, which is home to a famous Shiva Temple

Dinner
Bonfire fun – games
Sleep under the stars in your sleeping bag or you also have the option to use the tents. Please carry sheets to be used in the tent at night if you don’t have a sleeping bag

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06:00 hrs :: Wake up call, freshen up
Breakfast – tea time

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged a Range trek 2 Ratangad-Harishchandragad Circuit … Hope 2 c u with us 2 Njoy

Note: We r doing only circuit part i.e route only in 1 day and not a visit to any of the forts

Route is Ratanwadi – Ratan-Harish bifurcation point – Katrabai Khind- Kumshet-Pethechi Wadi-Pachani

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Brief Intro abt Ratan-Harishchandragad circuit route

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Height: 4255 ft /4510 ft
Grade:Medium

Endurance: High
Time: ~ 9-10 hrs frm Ratanwadi
Location: IgatPuri-Nagar region
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The Itinerary for the trek: -
Rendezvous:  @ Dadar 23:55 hrs on Saturday

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Catch KASARA slow local … timings as below

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Sunday

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00:15 Hrs :CST
00:23 Hrs: Byculla
00:33 Hrs: Dadar
00:44 Hrs: Kurla
00:50 Hrs: Ghatkopar
01:10 Hrs: Thane
01:32 Hrs: Dombivali
01:40 Hrs: Kalyan
02:56 Hrs: Kasara

03:00 hrs: Depart from Kasara by Private Jeep

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05:30 Hrs: @ Ratanwadi

Breakfast – Tea

07:00 Hrs: Ascend 

09:00 Hrs: @ R-H bifurcation point

Ascend Katrabai Khind

11:00 Hrs: @ Katrabai Temple

Descend 2 Kumshet

13:00 Hrs : @ Kumshet- Lunch time

Move 2 Pethyachi wadi

15:30 Hrs: Pethyachi wadi

17:00 Hrs: @ Pachnai

Depart by private vehicle 2 Kasara

Snacks-Tea break enroute

20:00 @ Kasara … from there by local train to Mumbai

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We will be in Mumbai 22:00 hrs (That’s Subjective)

The Cost of the Trek is abt Rs. 1800 /- per head
This includes Kasara to Kasara transport by private vehicle, 2 Refreshments & SV charges

Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 1800/- per head (Non-refundable) … Deposit the amount on following account.
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSc code: ICIC0000268
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Seats r limited … MAXimum 25 members …
Last date to register with advance payment is till 5 pm
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Things To Carry:-
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Pls Do carry LUNCH for Sunday (a must)
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION, do carry a extra pair as well
Personal basic medical kit
A haversack to put all these things
.
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373
.
Also join us @

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged a Range trek 2  Ratangad – Harishchandragad Circuit …
Hope 2 c u with us 2 Njoy …
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Brief Intro abt Ratangad/ Harishchandragad
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Height: 4255 ft/4510 ft
Grade: Medium
Endurance: High
Time: ~2 hrs frm Ratanwadi / Abt 10 Hrs frm Ratangad
Location: IgatPuri-Nagar region
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Fascinating Spots:

Ratangad: Amruteshwar temple, Rani cha Huda, Nedhe, Trimbak Darwaja etc.

Harishchandragad: Taramati, Konkan Kada, Kedareshwar, Saptatirtha etc.

The Itinerary for the trek :-
Day 0 :- Rendezvous: 22:20 hrs: @ Borivali National Park for Mumbai / Mcd, Deccan for Pune ppl

22:30 hrs: Depart from Mumbai / Pune by Private Vehicle

Day 1: Saturday

05:30 Hrs: @ Samrad

Breakfast – Tea

06:30 Hrs: Ascend Ratangad via Trimbak Darwaja

09:00 Hrs: Atop Ratangad

Exploration for 1.5 hrs

12:30 Hrs: Return 2 R-H bifurcation point

Ascend Katrabai Khind & Descend

Lunch en-route

16:00 Hrs: @ Kumshet

Move 2 Pethyachi wadi

18:00 Hrs: Pethyachi wadi

Night Trek till Pachnai

20:00 Hrs: @ Pachnai

Dinner & Stay in Pachnai village (TENTED ACCOMMODATION)

Day 2: Sunday

Early Morning Breakfast & T

07:00 Hrs: Ascend H’gad

09:00 Hrs: Atop

Explore Kokankada- Harishchandrgad for 3 hours

12:30 Hrs: Descend

14:30 Hrs: @ Pachnai

Lunch Time

Depart by private vehicle 2 Mumbai / Pune

We will be in Mumbai / Pune 22:00 hrs (That’s Subjective)

IMP NOTE: 1) Those who want 2 do Ratangad & Harishchandrgad separately can also join us … They will descend Ratangad to Ratanwadi village & after lunch will travel 2 Pachnai village in vehicle instead of doing ratangad-h’gad circuit … Albeit the cost of trek will remain same.

2) While Trekking U have 2 carry Water & Food Stuff Only … All other stuff u can keep in the Bus itself.

The Cost of the Trek is abt Rs. 3450 /- per head
This includes Mumbai to Mumbai transport by private vehicle, 3 veg meals, Refreshments, Tented / Home stay Accommodation
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Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 2000/- per head (Non-refundable) … Seats will be allotted on payment basis … Last row seats will be given only on demand else late payment ones … Deposit the amount on following account.
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
.
OR

Googlepay : 9702121373
.
Seats r limited … MAXimum 25 members …
Last date to register with advance payment is  7 Days before departure

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Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
Sleeping Mat – Bags (a must)
Tiffin Box, Plate, Spoon ( a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION, do carry a extra pair as well
Personal basic medical kit
A haversack to put all these things
.
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836
.
Also join us @

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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Brief Introduction about Rajgad / Torna:-

Height:  4182 ft / 4200 ft
Grade:  Medium/Medium
Time: ~ Maximum 2 / 3 hrs from base villages Gunjavane / Velhe
Location: Pune

10:30 Hrs : Torna Atop
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Explore Torna gad, Lunch, Rest 

For registration, Rs. 2000/- (Non-Refundable) as advance payment for vehicle charges & Food arrangement is a must …
Deposit the amount on following account.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

OR
Googlepay : 9702121373

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09869369836 / 09702121373 (Whtsapp)
.
Also join us @
.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

यंदाचे वर्ष ही मोहीम आयोजित करण्याचे ‘शिखर वेध’ या संस्थेचे पंधरावे वर्ष आहे !!!

The cost for the event is about  Rs. 3150 / – per head

This includes
> Pune – Panhala & Pavankhind – Pune Transportation by Private non – AC Vehicle …
> All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned; (Excludes Sunday Dinner )
> Sharing Accommodation in village house … 

History:
 
Panhala – Pavankhind -Vishalgad 
 
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was under siege of Siddi Johar on Panhala fort from 2^nd March 1660. The siege lasted long and all food stocks had finished and made things difficult for Shivaji Maharaj. It was impossible to defeat the 30000 soldiered troop of Siddi. Shivaji Maharaj with some 600 mavalas decided to escape to Vishalgad, 65 kms away. It was Ashadi Pournima, with heavy rains falling. Chatrapati Shivaji Raje informed Siddi that he would surrender hence Siddi troops were little careless. Taking advantage Shivaji Maharaj escaped from Panhala. He wasn’t safe till he reached Vishalgad. Some how Siddi’s troops spotted Shivaji Raje’s escape, he immediately sent horsed troops behind him and they got hold of Shivaji, who was later brought to Siddi’s camp. But it was Raja Shivaji’s game plan; person whom they had caught was not Shivaji Raje, but Siva Kashid Nhavi who was immediately killed. Siddi somehow came to know that Shivaji Maharaj was on his way to Vishalgad, and so sent troops behind him. Shivaji Raje knew that Siddi’s troops were following him. Baji Prabhu, Chatrapati Shivaji’s loyal sardar decided to stay in Ghod Khind with 300 mavalas, a col were mountain ridges near Vishalgad unite and was the only way to Vishalgad then. Baji Prabhu with his 300 mavalas had guerilla warfare at Ghodkhind and held the Siddis troops there. They fought bravely till their death. It was only after Baji heard the canon fire indicating safe reach of Shivaji Maharaj at Vishalgad, he gave his life. It was 21 hour continuous journey from Panhala to Vishalgad. Story didn’t end here; Chatrapati Shivaji Raje had to fight his way to Vishalgad. Vishalgad is a fort difficult to conquer, difficult to lay siege. Also even if siege was laid, one would have enough time to escape to Konkan. Siddi was building siege on Vishalgad, but Shivaji Raje with his diplomatic trick made Adil Shah bring back Siddi Johar.

Meeting Point: Day 0

McD, Deccan @ 23:00 Hrs on Friday
.
23:30 Hrs: Departure from Pune by Pvt non ac vehicle
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Day 1: Saturday
.
08:30 Hrs: @ Panhala
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Breakfast & T (2 b borne by participants @ nearby hotel)
.
09:30 hrs: Descend form Pusati Buruj

10:30 Hrs: @ Turukwadi —~2.5 km Complete

11:00 Hrs: @ Mhalunge Village — ~5 km Complete

12:00 Hrs: @ Mhasai Pathar-Mhasai Temple — ~11 km Complete

13:15 Hrs: @ Kumbharwadi — ~14 km Complete

14:30 Hrs: @ Chapewadi (Khotwadi) — ~18 km Complete

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Lunch BREAK
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15:15 Hrs: Start

16:30 Hrs: @ Mandlaiwadi — ~23 km Complete

17:30 Hrs: @ Karapewadi — ~28 km Complete

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Dinner & Overnight stay @ Karpewadi … village house
.

Day 2: Sunday
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Breakfast – Tea

07:30 Hrs: Move

10:00 Hrs: @ Patewadi — ~34 km Complete

15 mins Break

13:00 Hrs: @ Pandherpani — ~44 km Complete

Lunch Break

15:00 Hrs: @ Pavankhind — ~51 km Complete

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Pay Tribute to Veer Baji Prabhu Deshpande
.

17:00 Hrs: Move 2 Pune by Pvt non ac Vehicle

Dinner ( 2 b borne by participants )
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Day 3: Monday
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05:00 Hrs: @ Pune (Dats’ subjective)
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The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 3150 / – per head

This includes
> Pune -2 Pune Transportation by Private non ac Vehicle …
> All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned ; (Excludes Sunday Dinner )
> Sharing Accommodation in village house … 

.
Direct Report @ Panhala Fort :-The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 1550 / – per head
Transport from Kolhapur to Panhala & Pavankhind to Kolhapur (Need 2 arrange by such participant who r joining directly)
.

2) Those who want 2 join only for Exploration of Panhala, Pavankhind AND not on a trek can do so albeit the cost remains same for them … enroll as far ur convenience
.
3) Those participants who are Repeating this event with SHIKHAR VEDH again, the cost for them would b Rs 2800/- per head
.

Deposit advance amount of Rs. 3150/- pp  (Non-Refundable) on following A/c for  Train Tcikets , Private vehicle and Food, Accommodation etc. 

.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay: 9702121373

Lasr date for registration: –  15 days before departure or till the batch gets full
.
Note: Since the endurance level is extremely high there will be a limit for joining the Mohim.

.
Things To Carry:-
.
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)

A Torch with spare set of Battery (a must)

Sleeping mat, bedding (a must)

Extra 2 Pair of Clothes (a must)

100 ml coconut oil (for Shoe bite), Salt, Turmeric powder (for Leeches)

Good trekking shoes; carry extra pair (a must)

Rain-cheater (Optional)

Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)

Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.

Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

.
A haversack to put all these things
.
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil (O): 09702121373 / 09869369836

Also join us @
.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged Naneghat to Bhimashankar (Nabhi) range trek 

Hope to c u with us

Brief Introduction & Summary:

Distance to be covered: 90 km approx.

Difficulty level: Medium

Endurance level: High – Previous trekking experience required.

Maximum participants: 25 only

Itinerary of the trek is as follows:

Day 0 ::

Meet at Mumbai Central Depot by 22:00 Hrs

Depart by ST Bus to Junnar
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Day 1 ::

Will reach @ Junnar by 4 am 

Travel to Naneghat by Pvt Jeep

06:00 Hrs: @ Naneghat

Post breakfast start our trek Explore Naneghat Platue

Then Ascend Jivdhan Fort, Explore, Descend to Ghatghar village (~ 5 hrs)

Lunch in Ghatghar Village

14:00 Hrs : Trek to Amboli Village

19:00 Hrs : @ Amboli Village

Dinner & Overnight stay at Amboli Village

Day 2 ::

Early Wake up … A long day 2 trek

Post B/f & Tea

Trek to Dhakoba fort (~3.5 Hrs)

11:00 Hrs : @ Dhakoba Fort … EXplore

Trek to Durg Fort (~ 2.5 Hrs)

14:00 Hrs : @ Durg Fort …. Explore

Have Packed Lunch en-route

16:00 Hrs : Move to Ahupe Village for Overnight Stay (~ 4 Hrs)

20:00 Hrs : @ Ahupe village

Dinner & Overnight stay at Ahupe Village

Day 3 ::

Post Breakfast Move to Bhimashankar via Kondwal Village (~ 6 hrs )

Temple Darshan

13:00 hrs : Lunch Time

From Bhimashankar move to Pune, Mumbai by public / private transport on your own

• Group Size: Max.20
• Contribution: Rs. 3450/- per head

Inclusions:

1. Transportation from Mumbai / Pune  to Junnar to Naneghat
2. All veg meals during the trek
3.  Basic Accommodation at villager’s house
4. Guidance and Expertise Charges.

 Exclusions:

1. Medical aid other than first aid.
2. Anything else other than mentioned above.

Payment details:
One needs to transfer / NEFT Rs 3450/- per head (Non-Refundable) as an advance at the time of booking. Balance Amount in Cash on trek

Account Details

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
IFSC Code :: ICIC0000268OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

• Things to carry:

1)   Some ready to eat food, dry snacks, biscuits, cakes, etc.

2) Good quality shoes preferably ACTION trekking shoes, chappals during relax time.

3)   Water bottle min 3 Ltrs.

4)   Sleeping mat/bag, shawl, etc.

5)   Personal medicines.

6)   Extra pair of cloths.

7)   A haversack to put in all the things to be carried

• Special Notes: 

1)  Registration through phone calls only with adv payment

2)  Avoid wearing gold ornaments and valuables.

3) We all are going for an historic, adventurous and interesting trekking expedition, please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR, There will be ample of enjoyment but not at the cost of discipline.

4) Do’s & Don’ts will be explained during the introduction session. All are bound by the same.

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836 .

Also join us @
.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged Lonavla to Bhimashankar (Lobhi) range trek

Hope to c u with us

Brief Introduction & Summary:

Distance to be covered: 70km approx.

Difficulty level: Medium

Endurance level: High – Previous trekking experience required.

Maximum participants: 25 only

Lonavala to Bhimashankar is known to be one of the ancient trek routes in the Sahyadri ranges. This old route shall put your endurance level to test. This a life changing experience, and worth every effort that you put in every stride. Hills and downhill, plateaus and long vast plateaus, dense forest of Karvi plants, ever-changing route, breath taking beauty. One of the most amazing trekking experiences we must say.

Itinerary of the trek is as follows:
Day 0 :: Friday :
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Meet at Lonavala station by 23:00 Hrs
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Here, enjoy the small introduction session. Start the trek from station.
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Day 1 :: Saturday :  
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Will reach @ Valvand village by 3:30 am 

A 2 hours rest … and after having breakfast start our trek towards Kondeshwar temple ….

9:30 Hrs : @ Kondeshwar temple

Move to beautiful Kusur plateau. The huge plateau with awesome greenery and windy sometimes. We’ll reach Kusur village by lunch time. Have lunch (Self-Carried) at Kusur village. around 13:00 Hrs

Transport to Talapewadi village by private vehicle from Kusur.

Start trekking from Talape village approximately 3 hours trek to Padharwadi village via famous ‘Vandre Khind’ which is a rest of day village. This village is at core of Sahyadri. reach @ Padharwadi by 7 pm … Overnight stay at Padharwadi.

Day 2 :: Sunday

The final Day. Today we’ll reach out final destination to the Bhimashankar. We will start our trek early morning so that we can complete as early as possible. After breakfast, start trek from Padharwadi. After crossing huge plateau reach at final point at Bhimashankar. Trek conclude with lot of sense of achievement and off course happy memories.
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13:00 hrs : Lunch Time
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From Bhimashankar move to Pune , Mumbai by public / private transport

Meeting Point & time

Meet Friday :- at Lonavla Railway Station by 11:00 PM

Mumbai people can board 17411 – Mahalaxmi Express from CST by 20:20 hrs

& alight @ Loanavala station by 22:50 Hrs

Pune people can take 21:05 Hrs lonavala local & reach @ lonavala by 22:30 pm

• Group Size: Max.25
• Contribution: Rs. 2950/- per head

Inclusions:

1. Transportation arrangements from Kusur  to Talpewadi village
2. All meals during the trek (Except Saturday Lunch)
3. Accommodation at villager’s house
4. Guidance and Expertise Charges.

 Exclusions:

1. Medical aid other than first aid.
2. Anything else other than mentioned above.

Payment details:
One needs to transfer / NEFT Rs 2950/- per head (Non-Refundable) as Full advance at the time of booking.

Account Details

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
IFSC Code :: ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

• Things to carry:

1)   Some ready to eat food, dry snacks, biscuits, cakes, etc.

2) Good quality shoes preferably ACTION trekking shoes, chappals during relax time.

3)   Water bottle min 3 Ltrs.

4)   Sleeping mat/bag, shawl, etc.

5)   Personal medicines.

6)   Extra pair of cloths.

7)   A haversack to put in all the things to be carried

• Special Notes: 

1)  Registration through phone calls only with adv payment

2)  Avoid wearing gold ornaments and valuables.

3) We all are going for an historic, adventurous and interesting trekking expedition, please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR, There will be ample of enjoyment but not at the cost of discipline.

4) Do’s & Don’ts will be explained during the introduction session. All are bound by the same.

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836
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