11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Harishchandragad Trek & Kokankada Camping from Pune

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Dear All,

We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged Konkankada Camping @ Trekkers Paradise-Harishchandrgad

Hope 2 c u on trek with us to NJoy again

Brief Introduction about Harishchandragad:
Height: 1412 meters (4510 feet)
Grade:Easy
Time: ~ 2 hrs from Pachnai, Base Village
Location:Nagar region

.
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.

Journey Details:

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Day 1: Saturday
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Rendezvous : 05:30 Hrs – Mcd, Deccan
Pick up en-route Shivaji Nagar, Nashik Phata

05:30 Hrs: Depart 2 Pachnai by Private vehicle

B/f en-route

13:00 Hrs : – @ Pachnai

.
.Lunch Time

.

14:00 Hrs : ASCEND

16:30 Hrs: @ Atop H’gad

17:30 Hrs : @ Konkan Kada

T- Time & Sunset View

20:00 Hrs : Dinner ( Bhakri, Bhaji, Rice & Daal)

and retire for the day

Tented Accommodation

Day 2: Sunday

06:30 Hrs : Good Morning

Post Breakfast – Tea

Explore Hgad … Caves, Kedarehwar Temple

10:30 Hrs: Descend via Pachnai

12:00 Hrs: @ Pachnai

.

Lunch time

.

We will reach to Pune 22:00 hrs (That’s Subjective)

.

The cost for da Trek is about Rs. 3250 per head

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tht includes transportation from Pune to Pune by private vehicle, 3 veg meals & 2 refreshments & TENTED ACCOMMODATION

.

NOTE : Minimum 12 participants required to execute

————————————————————————————————————-

Deposit Rs. 1500/- per head (Non-Refundable) advance on following A/c for Food & vehicle booking
.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

Last date for registration: – 4 days prior to departure

.
Things To Carry: -

.

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) ( a must)
Bedding – sleeping mat/bag (a must)
Torch with extra cell ( a must)

Windcheater , Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)

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

Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)

Extra Pair of clothes,

Good trekking shoes (Preferably ACTION),

.

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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14Feb

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Mt. Patalsu Heights (~13845 feet) Trek

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Camping Himalayean Trek Mt. Patalsu Heights Photography Snow Trek Events Trip Event
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Dear All

We @ Shikhar Vedh has organized a trek to Mt. Patalsu Heights (~ 13845 feet) near Manali

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Age Group: 15 Years and above Medically/Mentally/Physically fit………
Group Size: 25 Trekkers max

Cost: Rs 12000/- per head (Manali to Manali)

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Package Price Includes :

* Manali to Manali Transfers

* Food and Accommodation ( 4 -5 People in 1 Room and 3 – 4 People in 1 Tent )

* Girls and Boys Separate Accommodation

* Guide / Cook and other Professionals

Mt. Patalsu Heights 4470mtr – 13845 feet in Himachal Pradesh (Land of Snow Mountains)

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An Enjoyable and Relaxed Six Days Ultimate High Altitude Trek

A Six Days High Altitude Trek for Mountain Lovers

Trip Details:

Day 0 – Friday :: Train Journey from Mumbai / Pune
Day 0-0 – Saturday :: Overnight Journey from Delhi / Chandigad to Manali

(Note : Those who want to fly can reach on Saturday to chandigarh / Delhi to catch the bus from there to Manali)

Itinerary of the event –

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Day 1: Sunday @ MANALI

Reporting Time : 06.00 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Manali

Manali to Drive Shikharpar Ultimate Stay – Feel like a home – (4 Km. from Manali)

B/ Fast

Room Allotment and Freshen up

Introduction – Mountain Do’s and Don’t’s

Group Activity

Lunch and Rest

Acclimatization trek to “Jogini Water Fall”

High Tea & Snacks

Group Discussions

Evening Hot Soup

Dinner and Lights off

Day 2: Monday Burwa To Solang Nallah :

Time taken: 3 to 4 hours, 4 km

Begin the Patalsu Peak trek after freshening up in the morning. Travel to the old bridge across the Beas River. The starting section of your journey will take you along the river for Three to Four hours. On the way you will pass the villages of Burwa and Shanag. You will cross the Beas River near the Solang Valley, and then continue trekking up to your campsite. The camps will be set-up on the banks of the river below the Solang village. Overnight stay in Tents

      B/ Fast (After B/Fast move to Solang Nallah)

      Lunch at Campsite – Solang Nallah

      Tent Allotment ( 4 People in 1 Tent ) & Rest

      Group Activity or Visit to Solang Nallah Ground to various activities (at your own cost)

      High Tea & Snacks

      Late Evening Hot Soup

      Group Discussions and Brief for 2morow

      Dinner and Lights off

Day 3: Tuesday :: Solang Nallah to Shaga Dugh:

Time taken: 4 to 5 hours, 7 km

This section of Patalsu Peak trekking will transport you to the beautiful meadow of Shaga dugh. You will meander through mixed forests of oak and pine, and as you reach higher altitudes, you will see giant slopes of the Solang Valley. Here the pine and oak vegetation will be taken over by groves of deodar, and white mountains will be visible in the distance. You will continue hiking through the valley, and pass the village of Solang. After a long and gruelling climb, you will reach Shaga dugh. Shaga dugh is a lush alpine grassland where you will stay overnight in Tent

      B/ Fast (After B/Fast move to Shaga Dugh)

      Lunch at Campsite – Shaga Dugh

      Tent Allotment ( 4 People in 1 Tent ) & Rest

      Group Activity

      High Tea & Snacks

      Late Evening Hot Soup

      Group Discussions and Brief for 2morow

      Dinner and Lights off

Day 4: Wednesday :: Shaga Dugh to Mt. Patalsu Peak:

Time taken: 6 to 7 hours, 7 km

Prepare yourselves for the Beautiful section of Patalsu Peak. The first hour of the walk will be through a mixed forest of conifers and oak. After this section is over, you will have scaled a substantial height, and the trees will disappear altogether. The rest of the trail is exposed, rocky and relatively unmarked. After about 4 hours of hiking, you will conquer the Patalsu Peak, which is roughly 13845 feet high. The journey will give you magnificent views of many snowbound peaks of the Dhauladhar and Great Himalayan ranges. Later in the day, start descending and retrace the path to the Shagadugh campsite.

      B/ Fast (After B/Fast move to Shaga Dugh)

      Packed Lunch for Summit Days

      High Tea & Snacks

      Late Evening Hot Soup

      Group Discussions and Brief for 2morow

      Dinner and Lights off

Day 5: Thursday :: Shaga Dugh to Burwa @ Shikhar Par

Time taken: 4 to 5 hours, 7 km

Start your journey to Solang Nallah from Shaga dugh early in the morning. At Solang Nalla, board a vehicle and drive back to Shikhar Par.

      B/ Fast (After B/Fast move to Burwa)

      Lunch at Camp Site

      Rest and Free for Local Sight Seeing

      Late Evening Hot Soup

      Group Discussions

      Dinner and Lights off

Day 6 : Friday

Morning Tea

B/Fast

Feedback Session and Vote of Thanks

After Vote of Thanks leave from Shikharpar to Manali,

Overnight travel to Chandigadh / Delhi by HPTDC Buses

Day 7 :: Saturday – Travel from Chandigadh / Delhi to Mumbai

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Please book yourself with Advance payment of Rs. 7500/- 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

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373
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Last date to register with advance payment is 2 months before the departure

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Plz book the train tickets accordingly asap still available to & fro

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(Those who want to fly can reach on Saturday to chandigarh / Delhi to catch the bus from there to Manali )

plz feel free to contact – Jagadish Patil :: 9702121373 / 9869369836

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

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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Package Price :: Rs. 12000/- (Rs. Twelve Thousand Only ) – (Manali to Manali)

Age Group : 16 Yrs. To upto Medically/Mentally/Physically fit………

Package Price Includes :

Manali to Manali Transfers

Food and Accommodation ( 4-5 People in 1 Room and 4 People in 1 Tent )

Girls and Boys Separate Accommodation

Guide / Cook and other Professionals

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Excludes :

Any Expenses of Personal nature such as Travel and medical insurance, Drinks, Laundry,

Telephone/Fax, Calls, Additional Porterage or transportation,

Any additional Expenses caused by reason beyond our control such as Natural Calamities

(Land Slides, Floods etc.), any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, evacuation costs etc.

Any tips, and any meals apart from the ones mentioned above.

Any other tax or service charge, stay charge that could be enforced during this period will be

Extra and need to be borne by you.

Any service not specifically mentioned in the Includes sections.

“Shikhar Vedh” & our associate partner Shikhar Par Manali, Himachal Pradesh, will have all authority to make any changes and final Decision.

Please Note: All programs are subject to change without prior notice.

Smoking and Any Kind of Alcohol Drinks not allowed During Program

Insurance :

All travelers are advised to purchase travel insurance that provide care and services for sickness, Accidents, emergency rescue, ted. Related to international travel. “Shikhar Vedh and Organiser” shall not be responsible for the loss of personal assets and belongings of the travelers due to unavoidable reason or mishap.

Caution & Remarks :

Even though participants do not need to submit any health certificates those with a history Of medical problems, particularly cardiac or respiratory, should consult a doctor before

Deciding to undertake the trip.

Carry appropriate substitution drugs for individuals allergic to any of above

Avoid medication such as sleeping tablets, sedatives, strong painkillers, and anti histamines Which depress the respiration and increase the risk of (AMS-Active Mountain Sickness)

Especially while sleeping

Cancellations :

Cancellation: If for some reason you wish to cancel your trek, an email intimation needs to be sent to [email protected] Cancellation requests are not taken over phone. However, you can phone to check whether your cancellation has been processed.

The cancellation charges are as under:

Cancellations prior to 90 days from the start of the trek — full refund.
Cancellation between 89 days and 40 days to the start of the trek — 50% refund.
Cancellation less than 39 days to the start of the trek — no refund.

Note: If a trek is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforseen circumstances (like rains, earthquake, landslides, strike/bandh etc), SHIKHAR Vedh & our associate partner Shikharpar, Manali, Himachal Pradesh is not responsible and will not give any refund.

Drop out during trek: If for some reason a participant has to drop out from the trek on any day then Shikharpar, Manali, Himachal Pradesh, will make arrangements for his/her return upto Manali. A staff will accompany the participant to the Manali. Manali transportation and stay cost at any location including Manali has to be borne by the participant.

Some Tips Backpacking Checklist :

01. Sun protection & Cold Cream (Sunscreen/Lip balm/Sunglasses)

02. Insulation (Jacket/ Personal Clothing’s/ Fleece Gloves/ Hat or Cap)

03. Illumination (Headlamp or flashlight (Plus spare – Extra batteries)

04. Personal First-aid Kit.

05. Energy Food

06. Hydration Bag or Water Bottle

07. Bandana or Buff

08. Rainwear (jacket, pants) (Depend on Weather)

09. Boots or Shoes suited to terrain

10. Socks plus spares

11. Sandals

12. Camera and memory cards – Optional

13. Binoculars – Optional

14. Notebook and pen or pencil

15. Credit/Debit card; small amount of cash

16. Earplugs and eye shade – UV Protected or Cat 4

17. Toilet paper

18. Insect repellant

19. Toothbrush and/or toiletry kit

20. Towel

21. Cell phone with Charger,

22. Poncho

23. Personal Clothing (T.Shirts/Lowers/Under Garments etc.)

24. Thermal Inners

Last but most Important : Trip itinerary and Contact details left with friend or Home.

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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Harishchandragad Trek & Kokankada Camping

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Camping Caves Fort Harishchandragad Harishchandragad Trek Harishchandragad Trek from Pune Harishchandrgad Camping Kokankada Kokankada Camping Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Photography Pune Event Pune Trek Pune Treks Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Temples Trek Events Trip Event
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Dear All,

We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged Konkankada Camping @ Trekkers Paradise-Harishchandrgad

.

Hope 2 c u on trek with us to NJoy again

.

Brief Introduction about Harishchandragad:
Height: 1412 meters (4510 feet)
Grade:Easy
Time: ~ 2 hrs from Pachnai, Base Village
Location:Nagar region

.
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.

Journey Details:

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Day 1: Saturday
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Rendezvous : On Telecon

06:55 Hrs :CST
07:02 Hrs: Byculla
07:08 Hrs: Dadar
07:15 Hrs: Kurla
07:21 Hrs: Ghatkopar
07:35 Hrs: Thane
07:47 Hrs: Dombivali
07:54 Hrs: Kalyan
09:08 Hrs: Kasara

09:30 Hrs: Depart 2 Pachnai by Private vehicle

B/f en-route

13:00 Hrs : – @ Pachnai

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.Lunch Time

.

14:00 Hrs : ASCEND

16:30 Hrs: @ Atop H’gad

17:30 Hrs : @ Konkan Kada

T- Time & Sunset View

20:00 Hrs : Dinner ( Bhakri, Bhaji, Rice & Daal)

and retire for the day

Tented Accommodation

Day 2: Sunday

06:30 Hrs : Good Morning

Post Breakfast – Tea

Explore Hgad … Caves, Kedarehwar Temple

10:30 Hrs: Descend via Pachnai

12:00 Hrs: @ Pachnai

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Lunch time

.

We will reach to Mumbai 19:00 hrs (That’s Subjective)

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The cost for da Trek is about Rs. 2800 per head

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tht includes transportation from Kasara to Kasara by private vehicle, 3 veg meals & 2 refreshments & TENTED ACCOMMODATION

.

NOTE : Minimum 8 participants required to execute

————————————————————————————————————-

Deposit Rs. 1500/- per head (Non-Refundable) advance on following A/c for Food & vehicle booking
.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

Last date for registration: – 2 days prior to departure

.
Things To Carry: -

.

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) ( a must)
Bedding – sleeping mat/bag (a must)
Torch with extra cell ( a must)

Windcheater , Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)

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

Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)

Extra Pair of clothes,

Good trekking shoes (Preferably ACTION),

.

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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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: A Scenic Kumtha – Gokarna Beach Trek

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Backpacking Tour Beach Trek Beaches Camping Half Moon Beach Kumtha Gokarna Beach Trek Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Om Beach Padbhraman Mohim Paradise Beach Photography Pune Event Pune Trek Pune Treks Range Trek Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Temples Tented Accommodation Tour Event tourism Travels Trek Events Trip Event
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Dear All

We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged a scenic Kumtha – Gokarna beach Trek on weekend

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Key Highlights of the trek ::

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> Hike through more than 10 pristine beaches, trek through Sand rock patches, boulders, along the Arabian Sea coast

> Ferry ride across the Aghanashini River
> Camp on a beach, experience mesmerizing sunset and sleep under the stars

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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

Itinerary of the range trek is as below ::

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Day 1- Friday

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Meeting point :: CSMT @ 21:00 Hrs

catch 12133 / Manglore Express

Day 2 – Saturday

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09:30 Hrs :: Reach Kumta station

Freshen Up

Breakfast- tea

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Move to Kumta Beach by local public transport

10:30 Hrs Start the hike through number of beaches

viz Kumta beach, Vannali beach, Mangodlu beach, Kadle beach, Gude Angadi beach , Nirvana beach , Belekan Beach

Note :: Packed lunch on the way

06:00 Hrs :: Camping @ Belekan

Freshen up, set up camp for the night

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

Day 3: Sunday

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06:00 hrs :: Wake up call, freshen up

Breakfast – tea time

08:00 Hrs Start the trek to Gokarna viz

Paradise beach , Half-Moon Beach, Om Beach, Kudle beach

02:00 pm Reach Gokarna Beach,

Lunch time in hotel

Proceed towards Gokarna Road Station

16:30 Hrs :: Catch 12620 / Matsyagandha Express

Day 4: Monday

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05:53 am Reach Thane Station
06:35 am Reach LTT Station

The cost for the event is about Rs. 3999 / – per head

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Sleeper class (SL) train tickets Mumbai – Kumta and Gokarna – Mumbai
Local transport at Kumta and Gokarna
Vehicles to carry your luggage
Food – 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 dinner
Tented accommodation at beach camp
& Shikhar Vedh expertise charges

Deposit advance amount of Rs. 2500/- (Non-Refundable) on following A/c for For Train-tickets, Private vehicle and Food 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: – Monday till 5 pm OR till the train tickets are available
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Note: Though the trek is easy still the endurance level is moderate there will be a limit
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Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (a must)

A Torch with spare set of Battery (a must)

Sleeping mat, bedding (a must)

Extra 2 Pair of Clothes (a must)

Good trekking shoes; carry extra pair (a must)

wind-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/

11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Rajgad to Torna range trek

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Camping Fort Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Night Trek Padbhraman Mohim Photography Pune Event Pune Trek Rajgad Range Trek Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Saturday Trek Shikhar Vedh Sunday Trek Tented Accommodation Torna Travels Trek Events Trip Event Winter Trek
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Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged much awaited Rajgad to Torna Trek

Cost of the event :: Rs 3450/- per head

Dadar 2 Dadar by private vehicle, FOOD & Tented Accommodation

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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

RAJGAD – The name describes the place itself. The King of all the forts.
It is to the south-west 40 Kms from Pune. It boasts the highest number of days stayed by Chhatrapati Shivaji on any fort. He spent almost 25/30 yrs here. Rajgad is famous for its construction. The fort can be divided into four different parts based on geographical terrain and fortification. These are the three sub-plateaux (Machee) namely Padmavati Machee, Suvela Machee and Sanjevani Machee, and at the centre is the Ballekilla.

Padmavati Machee (north end) : This machee is the site of Padmavati Temple, Padmavati Lake, Chor Darwaja, Pali Darwaja, Gunjavane Darwaja, Daru Kothar (storage of arms and ammunition), Diwankhana, Rajwada (ruins), Ghod Tale (Horse Lake), Sadar (office) and Dhalkathi (flag hoisting place).

Sanjeevani Machee (southwest/west end) : This huge, beautiful and royally constructed machee faces west and has a three-stepped (layered) fortified structure. Each of the lower levels is separated from the higher one by a fortified bastion with a gate that could be defended independently. The lowest level is beautifully fortified by double curtain walls (chilkhathi) separated by a deep trench, on average 12 feet across. One can walk between these walls. The outer wall has openings to let soldiers out for sudden attack.

Suvela Machee (south east) : This is another grand machee facing east with lots of secret routes and doorways. This one is a double-stepped fortified machee with the steps separated by a beautiful bastioned doorway. At the end of first step a hole cuts across the rock; one can sit in this hole (nedhe). The final (lowest) step like Sanjeevani Machee has a double curtain wall. To the south side of this machee one can see a beautiful triangular bastion called Kaleswari buruz having an escape door near it. The home of the renowned military leader Tanaji Malusare was in this machee.

Bale Killa (centre) : This is the highest part of the fort which has remains of palaces, water cisterns and caves. It has a beautiful entrance door called Mahadarwaja. One can view the whole fort and the vast surrounding expanse.

TORNA :- The fort is also known as Prachandagad (huge fort), due to its massive size. In 1646, when Shivaji was 16, he launched his first military attack by capturing Torna fort, paving the way for the great empire. Many battles have been fought on this fort. The fort is truly grand and stretches for couple of kilometers.

Fascinating points on Torna fort:

Goddess Toranjai: it is a simple temple where goddesses Somjai and Toranjai are worshiped. Ahead we can see the lakes toran and mhasoba.

Maal and Safeli Bastions: On the west of Kothji Darwaja are the bastion maal, and the latter one is to the south of the former. Near Safeli is the construction called lakadkhaana, where wood was stored. Here is the way to Kokan Darwaja and Budhla Machi.

Budhla Machi: In Marathi ‘budhla’ means vessel, and budhla machi looks like a vessel kept upside down. This cliff is a breathtaking spot on the fort.

Bini Darwaja: This is the main entrance to the fort from velhe and is situated to the northwest of the fort. The bastion on the left side has collapsed. The path ahead leadsto the Kothi Darwaja.

Kothi Darwaja: Ascending the steps carved in the rock, we enter the Kothi Darwaja facing east. Here we come across some guard rooms. Way along the wall towards east takes us to the temple of goddess Toranjai.

Hanuman Bastion: This bastion is situated to the east of Kothi Darwaja. Here we can see the idol of hanuman facing south and a flag post. The way ahead leads to the bastion Bhel. Further eastwards we come to Zunjar Machi.

Temple of goddess Mengai: this is the only place on the fort where one can stay. It has two doors and the roof is stillin the needs of repairs. In front of the temple is a Deepmala.

Zunjar Machi: It is situated on the western side & a wonderful spot to see.

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

Rendezvous:

Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E) @ 22:45 Hrs on Friday

23:00 Hrs: Departure from Dadar
Pick-ups en-route Sion, Chembur, Vashi, Belapur etc.
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Saturday
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05:00 Hrs : @ Gunjavane, Base Village
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Finish off Morning activities , Breakfast & Tea
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06:30 Hrs : Ascend to Rajgad
08:45 Hrs : Atop Rajgad
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Explore Padmavati machi, Balekilla & Suvela Machi
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13:00 Hrs : Lunch time @ Padmavati Temple
14:30 Hrs : Move 2 Sanjivani Machi
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Explore Sanjivani Machi
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16:15 Hrs : Descend from Alu Darwaja
18:30 Hrs : @ Paal-Khind
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Retire for da day & Prepare Dinner & Tented accommodation …
Note: 1 Tent will be distributed among 3-4 ppls group as per size and They have to carry out the burden of same alternately till the trek ends.

A CAMP FIRE SESSION —
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Sunday
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05:00 Hrs : Wake up call
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Finish off Morning activities
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06:30 Hrs : Breakfast – Tea
06:30 Hrs : Move to Torna

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

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14:00 Hrs : Descend

16:30 Hrs : Refreshment – Tea
17:00 Hrs : Start return journey back 2 Mumbai by private vehicle
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We will be @ Dadar by 22:30 Hrs (Subjectively)
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The Estimated expenditure of the trek is Rs 3450/- per head, which includes Travel expenditure from Dadar 2 Dadar by private vehicle, 3 veg meals, Refreshments & Tented accommodation

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

Maximum 25 seats …

Last date for confirmation with advance payment is on 4 days prior to departure till 5 pm

Things To Be carried:

A bottle of water (Atleast 3 Ltrs – must),
TORCH with extra batteries (Compulsory),
Bedding ( Compulsory)
TIFFIN BOX, A spoon and a plate (a must)
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes,
2-3 papers, Cap, etc.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried….so that one has ones hands free while trekking.

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

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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