Pavankhind Mohim

Dear All,

 

We @ शिखर वेध have planned our yearly event of Panhala – Pavankhind – Padbhraman Mohim on 8-9th July 2023. 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 तेरावे वर्ष आहे !!!

The cost for the event is about  Rs. 3450 / – per head

This includes Mumbai 2 Mumbai fare for Transportation by Private Vehicle … All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned & 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. 2950 / – per head

History:

 

Panhala – Pavankhind -Vishalgad 

 

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was under siege of Siddi Johar on Panhala fort from 2nd 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

Pritam Hotel, DADAR (E) @ 20:30 Hrs on Friday 7th July 2023

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21:30 Hrs: Departure from DADAR by private vehicle

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Day 1: Saturday 8th July 2023

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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 — ~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 9 th July 2023

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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

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17:00 Hrs: Move 2 Mumbai by Bus

Dinner at hotel on highway ( 2 b borne by participants )

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Day 3; Monday 10th July 2023

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05:00 Hrs: @ Mumbai (Dats’ subjective)

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The cost for the event is about Rs. 3450 / – per head

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This includes Mumbai 2 Mumbai fare for Transportation by Private Vehicle … All Veg. foods for 2 days as mentioned & Accommodation in village house … (Excludes Sunday Dinner )

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Note:- 1) For Pune Participants, separate vehicle can be arranged if minimum 7 participants confirm their presence. In that case for Pune participants,

 

The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 2950 / – per head

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

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Direct Report @ Panhala Fort :-The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 1200 / – per head

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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

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3) Those participants who are Repeating this event with SHIKHAR VEDH again, the cost for them would b Rs 2950/- per head

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Deposit advance amount of Rs. 3450/- pp  (Non-Refundable) on following A/c for Private vehicle and Food, Accommodation etc. 

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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL

ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464

Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

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Googlepy: 9702121373

Lasr date for registration: –  15 days before departure 

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Note: Since the endurance level is extremely high there will be a limit for joining the Mohim.

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Things To Carry:-

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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)

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A haversack to put all these things

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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil (O): 09702121373 / 09869369836

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Dear All ,
We @ SHIKHAR VEDH invite you to trek to little explored ANDHARBAN 
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NEXT BATCHES :: 
All Saturdays & Sundays
 
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As the name is the jungle, so dense and dark that at some places the sun-rays don’t reach to ground at noon time as well and one may not find any route out of it if lost.
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Jungle trek : One of the ancient sahyadri passes that joins ghat to konkan area, Andharban offers endless trudge through the thicket forest.
Trekking : we will be walking on ridge offering awesome view of the Kundalika Valley, Bhira dam and the mountain ranges of Tamhini ghat.
Waterfalls :: En-route 4-5 small waterfalls to enjoy
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Trivia
Type :Trek though mountains and jungle
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Easy Bt endurance level little high
Region : Tamhini Ghat-Kundalika
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The itinerary for the trek is as given below:
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Day 0:

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Rendezvous:  Bank of Maharashtra, ShivajiNagar @ 23:00 Hrs
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Departure from Shivajinagar at 11 pm
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Pickup points will be till Chandani Chowk etc.

We would be heading by Private vehicle.

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Day 1:
 
05:00 Hrs : Base village
Breakfast-Tea time
Introduction & Instruction
07:00 Hrs : Start trek towards Andharban
 
11:00 Hrs : View Point
11:00 Hrs : Return Journey @ Pimpri Dam
14:30 Hrs : @ Pimpri Dam – Lunch Break
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16:00 Hrs : Departure to Pune
Evening refreshments

We will reach Dadar around 21:30 Hrs (Dat’s Subjective)

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The Contribution for the trip is Rs 1500/- per head.
This includes Transportation from Pune to Pune , 1 refreshments, Veg Lunch, Forest official entry fee, Private land entry fee & Shikhar Vedh administrative Charges
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Please book yourself with full advance payment of Rs. 1500/- 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) 

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

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Googlepay : 9702121373

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Last date to register with advance payment is 7 days prior to departure OR till the registration gets Full
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A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
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
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil:  09702121373 / 09869369836
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Also join us @

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Dear All ,
 
We @ SHIKHAR VEDH invites you to trek  Nanemachi Waterfall on All weekends
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Batches ::
All Saturdays, Sundays 2022
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Nanemachi Waterfalls  is one of the best waterfalls in Maharashtra. This waterfall is a natural attraction inside a forest and located at few kilometres away from Mahad. The place is famous for its blue water that flows inside the waterfall. It has a depth of about 400 feet and is well hidden. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals. Nanemachi waterfall pool glows in different shades of colour throughout the day, which adds to its majestic beauty.
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The itinerary for the trek is as given below:
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Day 0: Meeting point :  Borivali (E) at 22:00 Hrs
 
Pick – up en-route Andheri, Bandra, Sion, chembur, vashi till panvel
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22:00 Hrs : Depart from Dadar
 
Day 1 : 
 
05:00 Hrs : @ base village
Freshen up
 
06:00 Hrs : Breakfast-Tea
Introduction & Instruction
 
Start trek towards  400 ft Nanemachi Waterfall
 
09:30 Hrs : @ Nanemachi
 
1.5 hrs for exploration,
 
11:30 Hrs : Start return trek to Base
 
13:30 Hrs : @ base
 
Lunch Break, relaxation
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15:00 Hrs : Departure to Mumbai
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We will reach Mumbai around 22:30 Hrs (Dat’s Subjective)

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The Contribution for the trip is Rs 1600/- per head.
This includes Transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai ,  Morning  breakfast-Tea , Veg Lunch & Shikhar Vedh Charges

Please book yourself with full advance payment of Rs. 1600/- 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)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268

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Googlepay : 9702121373

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Last date to register with advance payment is 4 days prior to departure
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Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (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
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil:  09702121373 / 09869369836
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Also join us @

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Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Sondai_Fort_1

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध have arranged a 1 day trek to Sondai fort
Hope to c u on trek :-)
Details are as follows

Brief Introduction about Sondai: -
Height: 1200 feet
Grade:  Easy …
Time: ~ Maximum 2 hrs from Sondewadi, Base Village
Location: Karjat

Sondai is not such a famous fort near Karjat Chowk Phata. Sondai Fort Trek is nine kilometers from Karjat railway station. It offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Rajmachi, Songiri forts, Karnala Fort, and Matheran mountain range. Sondai Fort Karjat was used as a watchtower to protect the trade routes. Sondewadi and Wavarle are the base villages of Sondai fort. Sondewadi village is situated at 1/4th height of this Fort.

There are two water cisterns on, and steps are carved out of rocks to go to the topmost point where an idol of Sondai Devi stands. Two more water cisterns are on the way and have potable water. Waverle is another village from where a bit difficult approach to the Fort passes through the dense forest. Sondai trek, an iron ladder, has been installed. It has made the climb till the summit to seek the blessing of Sondai Devi temple safer for all the hikers and devotees. 

Journey Details: -

Day 1
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Meeting Point 05:45 Hrs @ Metro Station Bus Stop, Andheri

06:00 Hrs : Move by private vehicle 
 
Pick Up En-route  Bandra, Sion, Chembur, Vashi, Mcd-Kalamboli

09:00 Hrs : Sondaiwadi
 
Breakfast – Tea Time
 
09:30 Hrs : – Trek start
11:30 Hrs: –  ATop
 
Two hours time for Exploration, Rest & Lunch …
 
13:30 Hrs: – Descend
15:00 Hrs: – @ Base
16:00 Hrs:- Move to Mumbai
20:00 Hrs: –  @ Mumbai with lovely memories and new friends …

We will be in mumbai around 21:30 hrs ( thats – subjective)

The Cost for Trek is about  Rs. 1300/- per head
 

This includes Transportation for Andheri 2 Andheri by Private vehicle, Morning Breakfast – Tea & Guide

One needs to deposit ₹ 1300/- (Non-refundable) in advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
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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

Last date for registration: – Thursday, 5 pm OR Till batch gets full

Things To Carry: -

A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( A must)

Pls do carry Lunch for the day ( A must)

Torch with extra set of Battery (a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION or Coasters CTR,
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)
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A haversack to put all these things
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil (O): 09702121373 / 09869369836

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

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,
 
We @ शिखर वेध  has arranged a one day Easy TREK / TRIP to Korlai Fort & fun time @ Kashid beach
 

Brief Introduction about Korlai: –
Grade:  Simple
Location: Alibag region

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Fort Korlai – which is quite beautiful. It is surrounded by sea on three sides. It is not a tall fort. The total height is about 275 m. The most fascinating one is the beach here. The blue ocean on one side and the creek named “Kundalika” on the eastern end create scenery. The fort is situated at the mouth of the creek.
The fort is an Old Portuguese outpost guarding the entrance to the river. A small road leads up to the top of the fort. There is a Lighthouse on the fort and a small climb from behind the lighthouse will take you to the fort. The fort is in ruins, but the view from the lighthouse is beautiful and the rocky beach at Korlai is also good.
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Itinerary Details: -
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Day 1: SUNDAY
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Meeting point : Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E) at 06:00 Hrs Sharp
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08:30 Hrs: Breakfast Tea – Time en-route
 
10:30 Hrs: @ Korlai Base Village
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Light-House Visit and Ascend

11:30 Hrs: Atop Fort
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2 Hrs time for Exploration, 
Photography
 
13:00 Hrs: @ Korlai Base

Lunch time (on your own as per Veg / Non -veg in hotel

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Move to Kashid beach
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Fun Games and Beach Time
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17:30 Hrs: Depart 2 Mumbai
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Evening Snacks – Tea on the way
We will be back in Mumbai around 22:30 Hrs (Thats subjective) …

The Estimated expenditure is about Rs. 1400 / – per head
This includes Transportation from Dadar 2 Dadar ; Morning Breakfast + Tea , Evening snacks-Tea; & SHIKHAR VEDH Charges

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For registration, Rs. 1400/- per head (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 Thursday till 5 pm
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Things To Carry: -

Pls do carry A Water Bottle (~2 liters a must)
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)

A haversack to put all these things

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For any Clarification and further information call on

Jagadish Patil  : 09702121373 / 09869369836
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Also Join us

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Dear All,

We @ शिखरवेध has arranged little explored Khanderi – Underi Twin Trek in Alibaug on Sunday

Khanderi and Underi forts are situated on two islands near Thal village, 8 Kms north to Alibaug and 20 Kms off the coast of Mumbai. Both the forts still stand proud in the Arabian Sea with their intact fortified walls.
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Khanderi was built by Shivaji Maharaj to keep a check on the Siddhis of Janjira and British. Marathas started building fortification in 1672. One can see Iron Canons with cart wheels onKhanderi Fort. The most prominent structure on Khanderi is a lighthouse built by British. Underi Fort is smaller than Khanderi and is nearly circular. It was built by Siddhi Kahim in 1680.

Khanderi is located a bit far from the beach and can be reached irrespective of High Tide or Low tide as it has a jetty but Underi can only be reached in low tide.

 

The Itinerary for the Trip is as below: 


Sunday

Meeting point: Pritam Hotel, Dadar (e) at 05:55 Hrs sharp

06:00 Hrs: Travel by private transport

Pickups en-route at Sion, Chembur, Vashi and Panvel

08:00 Hrs: Breakfast en-route
10:00 Hrs: Reach Thal Village

Boat Ride to Khanderi Fort
Sightseeing at Khanderi Fort

13:00 Hrs: Lunch

13:30 Hrs: Boat ride to Underi Fort (Depends on Tide Time)
Sightseeing of Underi Fort

16:00 Hrs: Back to Thal Village

18:00 Hrs: Travel back to Mumbai

We will be back to Dadar at 22:00 Hrs approx.

The Cost of the trip is Rs 1800/- per head 

The above mentioned cost includes –
> Transportation from Dadar to Dadar by private vehicle
> Boat Ride Charges
> Breakfast, Tea & Evening Snacks – Tea
> SV Administrative Charges

For registration, Rs. 1800/- per head (Non-Refundable) as full advance payment is a must …
Deposit the amount on following account.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

Or
googlepay : 9702121373

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Things To Be carried:

A bottle of water (At least 2 Ltrs – must),

LUNCH for the Day
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Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of cloth
2-3 papers, Cap, etc.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
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: 09702121373 / 
09869369836
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korigad

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध, has arranged a Women Special Trek to Korigad near Lonavala on Sundays

Details are as follows

Brief Introduction about Korigad

Height: ~ 3049 feet

Grade:  Easy

Time: ~ Maximum 45 mins from Peth-Shahpur, Base Village

Location: Lonavala region

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Korigad (also called Koraigad or Kumwarigad) is a hill fort located about 20 km south of Lonavala in Pune district, Maharashtra, India. Its date of construction is not known but likely predates 1500. It is about 929 meters above sea level. The planned township of Aamby Valley is built over the fort’s southern and eastern foothills. The closest village is Peth Shahpur about 1 km north of the fort. To the east, there lie two artificial lakes part of the Aamby Valley project which later drains into the Mulshi reservoir. There are two lakes on the top of the fort. This fort can be visited at any time of the year. Even a night trek during summer gives a nice experience. There are a lot of camping sites on the fort. There are three temples on the fort which provide ample cover. The Korai Devi temple can accommodate 25 persons.

Korigad Fort History

During 1657 Korigad was captured by Shivaji Maharaj along with Tung, Tikona, Visapur, Lohagad Fort and a few more. Twelve forts were kept with Shivaji Maharaj after the treaty of Purander, Shivaji Maharaj kept Korigad Fort with him which proves the importance of this fort. March 11th, 1818, Col Prothar attacked this Fort after three days of fighting with Valour by Mavalas, the British blew off the storeroom of ammunition using cannon fire and the fort was lost to British on March 14th, 1818. 

Journey Details:

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Day 1:

Rendezvous: Sharp 06:00 Hrs @ Darpan Cinema, Andheri

Departure by Pvt vehicle

Pick up en-route Bandra, Sion, Chembur, Vashi, Nerul, Kalamboli

09:30 Hrs: @ Peth-shahpur – Base village

Breakfast – Tea Time

10:00 Hrs: Ascend

11:00 Hrs: @ Atop 

Rest , Explore

13:00 Hrs: Descend

14:00 Hrs: @ Base

Lunch -Time  Veg  Thali

15:00 Hrs: Move to Mumbai by pvt vehicle

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We would be getting back to Andheri at approx. 19:00 Hrs (Subjective)

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The cost of this trek would be Rs. 1400/- per head and would include:

> Andheri to Andheri by private vehicle

> Breakfast – Tea & LUNCH

> Trek Leader – Expertise

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Deposit Advance Rs. 1400/- 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)

Ifsc code : icic0000268

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

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Last date for registration: – Thursday OR Till the reg. gets full

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Things To Carry: -

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) ( a must)

Wind-cheater ( a must)

Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)

Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

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

Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION
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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 any Clarification and further information call on
Shraddha Shenvi  : 09820822725
Sonya Anchan : 9892813235
Supriya Choudhari : 09881843813
Poonam Angre  : 07506354114

Jagdish Patil (O): 09702121373 / 09869369836

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Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध, has arranged a day trek to Avachitgad near Roha …

Hope to c u on trek :-)

Details r as follows

Brief Introduction about Avchitgad: –

Height: 300 metre
Grade: Easy …
Time: ~ Maximum 1.5 hrs from Medha, Base Village
Location: Roha, Raigad District

The city of Roha is situated on the banks of Kundalika River. Avchitgad is situated in the mountain ranges around Roha. Nicely tucked away from the main Shayadri range this is a rather unexplored fort (as per trekkeres are concerned). This region is beautiful, and the fort was one of the rich forts of Maharashtra. Dense woods along the mountain have made it bit difficult to ascend to the top.

Fascinating Spot: –

The main entrance to the fort is still in good condition. The bastion on the way from Medhe is in much better state. It was used for keeping a watch on the surrounding region. As we proceed further from the main entrance, we come across the remnants of old constructions on a neighboring hillock.
There is a beautiful dodecahedron (16 sided) shaped lake on the top. Near to it is a statue of Lord Khandoba. The fort is not much wide, but stretches long enough. It takes about two hours to see the fort. The forest around the fort is dense and the fauna comprises wild hogs, leopards, foxes, monkeys, etc.

From the top of Avchitgad we can have a glimpse of Telbaila, Sudhagad, Sarasgad, Korigad to the Noth-East & Dhangad, Raigad and Savashna Ghat on the South – East side. All these forts lie within a 25 km radius of this fort.

This is a best monsoon trek.

Journey Details: –

Day 1:

05:30 Hrs : Meeting point at WEH metro station bus stop, Andheri.
05:50 Hrs : @ Kalanagar bus stop, Bandra.
06:10 Hrs : @ Sion station circle.
06:25 Hrs : @ Diamond Garden, Chembur.
06:45 Hrs : @ Vashi below the main bridge, Vashi.
07:15 Hrs : @ McDonald’s, Kalamboli
07:30 Hrs : @ Panvel
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9:00 am: @ Medha

Breakfast – Tea Time

09:45 Hrs : Ascend
11:45 Hrs : Atop
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1 Hour for Explore fort, Rest and enjoy the view of the surrounding region
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12:45 Hrs : Descend
14:30 Hrs : Reach base village

Lunch Time

16:30 Hrs : Departure for Mumbai

We will be in mumbai around 21:00 hrs ( thats – subjective)

The Contribution for the trek is Rs 1450/- per head

That Includes Transportation from Andheri to Andheri,1 Break Fast – Tea + 1 Veg Lunch & Evening Tea & Shikhar Vedh Charges

Pls deposit Rs 1450/- per head (Non-Refundable) in following A/c.
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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 Thursday till 5 pm
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Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare batteriesRain-cheater
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 preferably Coasters CTR / ACTION,
Personal basic medical kit
A haversack to put all these things
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836
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Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Hari_3

Dear all,

We @ Shikhar Vedh are glad to invite you for Trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on Sundays

Itinerary of the event Details:

Rendezvous:

Day 1:- National Park,Borivali (E)  @ 23:00 Hrs

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11:30 pm Pick up at WEH metro station bus stop.

11:45 pm Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on highway), Bandra.

12:00 am Pick up at Sion station circle.

12:45 am Pick up at Teen Hath Naka, Thane.

DAY 2 :: Sunday
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05:00 Hrs : – @  Pachnai

Rest for an hours
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Breakfast-T Time

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07:00 Hrs : Trek Start
 
10:00 Hrs : Reach Atop
 
Explore the temple, Kedareshwar, and surrounding area
 
Move to Kokankada
 
Lunch , Rest Time
 
13:00 Hrs: Descend via Pachnai

15:30 Hrs: @ Pachnai

from there by private vehicle to Mumbai

 
We will reach to Mumbai 23:00 hrs (That’s Subjective)

The cost for da Trek is about Rs. 1700 per head
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tht includes transportation from Mumbai to Mumbai by private vehicle, 1 veg breakfast & Veg Lunch and Shikhar Vedh administration charges

NOTE : Minimum 8 participants required to execute

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Deposit Rs. 1700/- per head (Non-Refundable) advance on following A/c for Food & vehicle booking
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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

Last date for registration: – Thursday till 5 pm OR Till the reg. gets full

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Things To Carry: -
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A Water Bottle (~3 Liters) ( a must)
Torch with extra cell ( a must)
Rain-cheater (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),
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A haversack to put all these things
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

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Jagadish Patil:  09702121373 / 09869369836 
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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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Event Details:

  • Height of fort: 2710 feet approx.
  • Nearest City Lonavala.
  • Tent Stay on triple sharing.
  • Campfire.
  • Night Jungle Trail Walk.
  • Shivardhan Fort and Manoranjan Fort Exploration.
  • Local Village Food.
  • Separate Stay for Females.

Camping Rajmachi Event Itinerary:

Day 1 – Saturday ::

We meet at 17:00 Hrs. (sharp) at Lonavala Railway station

From Mumbai you can board Express Train towards Pune between 12:00 Hrs to 14:30 Hrs & Get down @ Lonavala Station

    PUNE people

    Catch Pune-Lonavala local … Timings as follows

    15:00 Hrs: Pune Staion

    15:06 Hrs: Shivaji Nagar

    15:23 hrs: Pimpri

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    16:32 Hrs: Lonavala

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    Day 1:- Saturday

    16:45 hrs: Meet @ Lonavala Railway Station near Ticket Counter.

    17:00 hrs: Move towads Rajmachi Village by Jeep.

    18:00 hrs: Reach Rajmachi Village,

    Dinner, Camp Fire and Fun Games.

    Day 2:- Sunday 

    07:00 hrs: Wake Up.

    07:30 hrs: Breakfast.

    08:00 hrs: Manoranjan fort and Shrivardhan fort exploration.

    12:00 hrs:  Lunch.

    13:00 hrs: Leave for Lonavala Railway Station by Jeep.

    14:00 hrs: @ Lonawala Station

    Camping Ends with Happy Memories.

    The cost of this event would be Rs 1600/- per head (Lonawala to Lonawala)

    That would include:

    Transportation : Lonavala – Udhewadi – Lonavala stn by pvt jeeps, 

    Saturday Veg dinner

    Sunday Morning Breakfast – Tea, Sunday Lunch

    Tented Accommodation & Shikhar Vedh administrative charges

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    Advance amount of Rs. 1600/- per head (Non- Refundable) for registration

    Please deposit same amount on following details:

    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: 4 days prior to event ot till the batch is full
    .

    Things To Carry:-

    A Water Bottle (~ 3 Ltrs) (a must)
    Sleeping Mat / bags (a must)
    Torch with batteries ( a must)
    Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
    Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
    Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION,
    Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages,
    personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

    A haversack to put all these things
    .
    Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
    .
    For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

    Jagdish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836
    In case call is not received; please do sms / whtsapp
    .
    Also join us @

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

    Website: http://shikharvedh.org/