Dear All ,
 
We @ SHIKHAR VEDH invites you to trek  Nanemachi Waterfall on All weekends
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Batches ::
All Saturdays, Sundays 2023
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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 :  Mcd, Deccan at 22:00 Hrs
 
Pick – up en-route
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22:00 Hrs : Depart from Pune
 
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 Pune
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We will reach Pune around 21:00 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 ,  Morning  breakfast-Tea , Veg Lunch & Shikhar Vedh 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 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 @

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

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged a 1 day Trek 2 Ranveda Ratangad (Via Trimbak Darwaja Ascend & Ladder Route Descend ) 

Hope 2 c u with us 2 Njoy …

The cost of the trek is about Rs. 1550 /- per head
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This includes  Pune 2 Pune fare for Non A/c private vehicle …  Morning Breakfast-T+ Lunch

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Monsoon will be in full force soon …

Next Batches :: All Saturday & Sundays

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Hope 2 cu on trek with us ;-)

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Brief Intro abt Ratangad 

Height: 4255 ft

Grade: Medium

Time: ~2.5 hrs frm Samrad / Ratanwadi

Location: Bhandardara region

Fascinating Spots:

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

Itinerary for the event : -
Rendezvous: 

Day 0:  Mcd @ Deccan 22:45 Hrs 

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23:00 Hrs: Departure from Deccan

Pick Up En-route – 23:15 Hrs : Shivajinagar & 23:30 Hrs: Nashik Phata / Opp. Kasarwadi police station

Day 1:
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04:30 Hrs : @ Samrad

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06:00 Hrs : Breakfast – tea Time

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07:00 Hrs: Ascend RATANGAD by Trimbak Darwaja side (via Samrad)

10:00 Hrs: Atop Ratangad

Exploration, Sight seeing, Lunch, Rest for 3 hrs

13:00 Hrs: Descend through Ladder route – Ganesh Darwaja

16:00 Hrs: @ Ratanwadi Base

Visit Amruteshwar Temple

Snacks & Tea Break

Depart 2 Pune by private vehicle

We will be in Pune 22:30 hrs (That’s Subjective)

The cost of the trek is about Rs. 1550 /- per head
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This includes  Pune 2 Pune fare for Non A/c private vehicle …  Morning Breakfast-T+ Lunch
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Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 1550/- (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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Last date to register with advance payment is Thursday till 5 pm
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Few memories in form of snaps of Ratangad as below

https://picasaweb.google.com/104308826753820397974/Ratangad?feat=email
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https://picasaweb.google.com/111824097481318544223/RatangadTheJewel?authkey=Gv1sRgCKiB1Jfj38PAvAE
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https://picasaweb.google.com/117804923219110566431/TrekRatangad?authkey=Gv1sRgCJvp-IbBnfiQIA
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Things To Carry:-
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Pls Do carry Lunch (a must)
A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
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, 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
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Dear all,

We @ शिखर वेध  has planned a less trodden path  Vadgaon – Bhimachi Kathi, Kudpan – Pratapgad Range Trek  
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This route is very beautiful. From Kudpan village to Pratapgad. Its approx. 5 hrs trek with 1 gigantic waterfalls to view  at Kudpan and some small waterfalls & streams en-route. Dont miss this different route.
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Pratapgad Fort is a mountain fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort is at a distance of 24 km from the hill station of Mahabaleshwar. The fort holds a sturdy view of coastal Konkan. The Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan’s tomb are other places of interest.Pratapgad consists of two forts – an upper fort built on the top of the hill and a lower fort immediately below on the south and the east. Surrounding areas can be easily taken guard from the fort on almost all the sides. The southern side is rocky while the eastern side has a strong outwork ending in the Afzal Buruj.

It is believed that Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja was blessed with a shining sword at the temple of Goddess Bhavani here. The historic battle between Chatrapati Shivaji and Afzal Khan, the commander of the Bijapur Sultanate fought here.

Bhimachi Kathi – a well-known pinnacle in this region. Height around 800′ form the valley side, This valley is surrounded by all three “Wadis” of Kudpan & famous for two gigantic waterfall.

You can enjoy various small waterfalls here. This route is wonderful for nature lovers.
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Trivia : 
Trek through mountains
Height: 
3000 ft above MSL approx.
Grade: 
Medium
Base Village : 
Kudpan
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Itinerary for the Trek is as follows :

Meeting point:  Day 0: Friday – 22:00 Hrs @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar Mcd, Deccan – Pune (E)

Pick Up En-route

Day 1: Sunday

06:00 Hrs: @ Khed

Freshen up … B/f – Tea

Move to Vadgaon Village

08:30 Hrs: Trek starts … Ascend to Kudpan Village

its about 6 – 7 hours moderate grade trek

15:00 Hrs : @ Kudpan Village

Lunch Time

Exploration of Bhimachi Kathi Pinnacle & Waterfall

Dinner time

Overnight @ Kudpan village
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Day 2: Sunday
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B/f & Tea
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08:00 Hrs: Trek Starts
09:30 Hrs: @ Greenish plateau atop near Dhangarwada
15 mins Break
09:45 Hrs: Continue Treks – Njoy small waterfalls & streams en-route
11:30 Hrs: @ Kumthe Village
12:00 Hrs: @ Par Village
13:00 Hrs: @ Pratapgad Base
13:30 Hrs: 15 mins climb 2 Pratapgad fort & Exploration time
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Lunch Time
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16:00 Hrs: Departure 2 Mumbai
Evening Tea on the way
22:30 Hrs: @ Dadar / Pune (Thats subjective)
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The cost for the trek is about Rs. 2900 / – per head

This includes Mumbai 2 Mumbai (Pune 2 Pune) travel by private vehicle, 2 B/f +Tea, 2 meals , Dormitory accommodation
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Deposit Rs. 2900/- 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

>Last date for registration: – 7 days before departure OR Till the reg. gets full

Things To Carry:-
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LUNCH For the Saturday ( A must)
A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( A must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies ( a must)

Rain-cheater(a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food.Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes (Action Preferably),
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things
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For confirmation, do call on below no or reply here

Jagdish Patil : 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/

Dear All,

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)

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OR

Googlepay : 9702121373
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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
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836
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Also join us @

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

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Ratangad

Dear All

We @ शिखर वेध has arranged a 1 day Trek 2 Ranveda Ratangad (Via Trimbak Darwaja Ascend & Ladder Route Descend ) 

The Cost for the Trek is abt Rs. 1650 /-  per head only
This includes   Mumbai to Mumbai   transport by private vehicle, Morning & Evening Refreshments + Shikhar Vedh Charges

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Brief Intro abt Ratangad 

Height: 4255 ft

Grade: Medium

Time: ~2.5 hrs frm Samrad / Ratanwadi

Location: Bhandardara region

Fascinating Spots:

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

The Itinerary for the trek: -

Rendezvous:

Day 0:- National Park,Borivali (E) @ 23:00 Hrs

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 1:-

05:30 Hrs : @ Samrad

06:00 Hrs : Breakfast – tea Time

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07:00 Hrs: Ascend RATANGAD by Trimbak Darwaja side (via Samrad)

10:00 Hrs: Atop Ratangad

Exploration, Sight seeing, Lunch, Rest for 3 hrs

13:00 Hrs: Descend through Ladder route – Ganesh Darwaja

16:00 Hrs: @ Ratanwadi Base

Visit Amruteshwar Temple

Snacks & Tea Break

Depart 2 Mumbai by private vehicle

We will be in Mumbai 22:30 hrs (That’s Subjective)

The Cost for the Trek is abt  Rs. 1650 /- per head only
This includes  Mumbai to Mumbai transport by private vehicle, Morning & Evening Refreshments + Shikhar Vedh Charges
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Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 1650/- (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

OR

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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Pls Do carry Lunch for the day (a must)
A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
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, 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 @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Dear all,
We @ शिखर वेध, has arranged An overnight Trek 2 Rohida-Raireshwar-Kenjalgad – Kamalgad forts
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Hope 2 c u on the event with me 2 Njoy nature …
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Details as follows:

Brief intro about the forts as follows:
Rohida Fort (3661 feet)

…This is a very important fort in Bhor area (Pune District) situated on Bhor – Mahabaleshwar mountain range. This fort impressed because of its long natural fortwall and well constructed entrance gate. We need to pass through three gates before we reach the top of this fort. First Mahadarwaja is circular type, on Second darwaja there is carving of Lion and legendary animal ‘Sharabh’. On the third gate there are carved images of Lotus, fish and images of Sun & Moon on the upper side.On Fort we can see a water tank, Rohideshwar temple, carved caves, ruins of fortifications & old buildings including grain storage, sadar (main office). There are seven Buruj on Rohida out of which Fatte Buruj, Waghjai & Shiravle Buruj are well constructed to fight with the enemy.

Raireshwar (4589 feet) :- Tableland of Pachgani is very famous but higher and longer tableland is the plateau of Rayari. It is 8 km away from Bhor. It looks beautiful in the monsoon. Raireshwar was considered to develop as a hill station & in real sense it is a hill station.  Raireshwar is historically important, Shivaji Maharaj took the Oath of Swaraj in a temple of Lord Shiva. After this he kept on conquering forts and established Swaraj. This temple is situated rather deep in the interior, hence not seen in first glance. A temple surrounded by hills, surroundings covered by natural beauties. Stone structured temples of the 16th century are the main attraction of Raireshwar.Kenjalgad ( 4273 feet) is situated on the Mandhardev spur of the Mahadev range eleven miles north-west of Wai. It is a flat-topped hill of an irregular oval shape, about 250 yards long and one hundred yards wide. Khelanja fort is said to have been built by the Bhoj Rajas of Panhala who flourished in the twelfth century.

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:
Rendezvous:
Day 0:- Friday :: Pritam Hotel, Dadar (east) @ 23:00 Hrs
 
Depart from pvt vehicle. Pick up en-route till Panvel
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Day 1: Saturday 05:30 Hrs: @ Vasole – Tupewadi

Refresh & Breakfast
07:00 Hrs: Ascend 2 Kamalgad
10:00 Hrs: Atop Kamalgad
Exploration for 1 Hours
11:00 Hrs: Descend
13:30 Hrs: @ Base
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13:30 Hrs: Lunch time
 
Drive to Kenjalgad Base
15:30 Hrs: @ Kenjalgad
 
16:00 Hrs: Ascend 2 Kenjalgad
16:30 Hrs: Atop 
Exploration for 1 hour
17:30 Hrs: Descend
 
Drive to Raireshwar Khind
 
18:00 Hrs: @ Raireshwar Ascend
 
18:30 Hrs: @ Raireshwar Atop
20:30 Hrs: Dinner @ our host @ Raireshwar

Campfire session if interested ;)


Day 2: Sunday 
07:00 Hrs: Breakfast & Tea
Explore Raireshwar
09:00 Hrs: Descend
09:30 Hrs: Drive to Rohida Base-Bajarwadi
 
En-route visit 2 Nageshwar temple @ Ambavade & Pant Sachiv of Bhor Shankaraji Narayan Samadhi & Suspension bridge built in 1935
11:00 Hrs: @ Bajarwadi 
Ascend 2 Rohida
 
12:30 Hrs: Atop Rohida
Exploration for 1.5 Hours
14:00 Hrs: Descend
15:00 Hrs: @ Base
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Late Lunch @ Hotel in Bhor
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Departure 2 Mumbai
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We will be in Dadar around 22:30 hrs (that’s – subjective)The Cost for the trek is abt Rs. 3450 /- per head
This includes Mumbai to Mumbai transportation by non-ac private vehicle, Dormitory Accommodation in Villagers house, 3 veg meals and refreshments 

Please book in advance with payment of Rs. 3450/- (Non-refundable) to book for a private vehicle … Deposit the amount on the following account.

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

IFSC Code: ICIC0000268
 
OR
 
Googlepay: 9702121373

Seats r limited … MAXimum 15 participants …

Last date 2 confirm your presence for the trek is  7 Days before departure till 5 pm with advance payment OR Till da Registration gets Full …

Things To Carry:-

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
Sleeping Mat – Bags (a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food.
Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes (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 @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/
Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Lobhi_Trek

Dear All,

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 :  

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

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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Dear All,

After successful treks in last months to keep momentum going … We @ शिखर वेध have planned yet another trek to Bhimashankar – A Thrilling trek …

Hope 2 cu on trek with me ;-)

Details r as follows
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Brief Introduction about Bhimashankar:-

Height:  3296 feet
Grade:  Thrilling
Time: ~ Maximum 4 hrs from Khandas, Base Village
Location: Nagar District

There is a beautiful temple of Lord Shiva which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. Lord Shankara after getting angry killed Rakshas Tripurasura. The heat generated from their war caused the origin of river Bhima. That is why it is called Bhimashankar. A rare animal “Shekru” can be found in deep wood. Other details @ Bhimashankar temple

Journey Details:-

Day 0: 23:30 Hrs: Departure by Private vehicle from Dadar (E) / Borivali

Pick up en-route

Day 1:
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04:00 Hrs: Khandas (Base Village)
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Early Morning B/f & Tea
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05:30 Hrs: Trek Starts
09:00 Hrs: @ Padarwadi
11:15 Hrs: @ Bhimashankar
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Bhimashankar Temple Darshan … There will be a queue for this one
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12:30 Hrs: Lunch Time
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13:30 Hrs: Descend Start via Ganesh Ghat route
18:30 Hrs: @ Khandas
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Evening snacks & Tea

We will be in Dadar around 22:00 hrs (that’s – subjective)
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The Estimated expenditure is about Rs. 1600 / – per head

This includes Dadar 2 Dadar travel by private vehicle, Morning –  Evening B/f, snacks & Tea LUNCH
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Since its a Thrilling trek … seats r limited ..
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Deposit Rs. 1600/- 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

Last date for registration: – 4 days prior to departure OR Till the reg. gets full

Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( A must)
1 torch (a must) with spare batteries ( a must)

Rain-cheater(a must) very much pouring @ Bhimashankar
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 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
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Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
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For confirmation, do call on below no or reply here

Jagdish Patil : 09702121373 / 09869369836
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Karnala Fort

Dear All
We @ शिखर वेध , have decided to UP the adrenaline dosage by organizing a Trek to Karnala Fort
 
Here is some info abt the fort:

Height: 1500 feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy
Type: Hill Fort

Karnala fort is a hill fort in Raigad district about 13 km from Panvel. Currently it is a protected place lying within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary. It was a fort of strategic importance.

Redeemed with the power struggle of many rulers, Karnala Fort stands as a specimen of the 13th century constructions. The fort was sparingly used by the Karnala rulers including Angres, Mudhan and Peshwas until 1818, by which time British rulers have taken over the grand old fort under their control.The Karnala Fort engulf a steep rock in the midst of greenish surroundings and has been a challenge to many adventurous trekkers all through the past and continue to be a great attraction among the fans of trekkers. The fort doorway is adorned with many carvings of elephants and tigers. One can see cute water reservoirs developed naturally in the rocks. The cool surroundings and the beautiful landscapes make this region a place for calm weekends.

Plan:

Rendezvous: Meet at 07:30 AM (Sharp) at Panvel Railway Station

Please ensure punctuality.

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

1) CST – Panvel Train timings as below

CST : 05:56 Hrs

Vadala: 06:14 Hrs

Kurla : 06:24 Hrs

Vashi: 06:43 Hrs

Belapur: 06:58 Hrs

Panvel: 07:13 Hrs

2) Thane – Panvel Train timings as below

THane: 06:24 Hrs

Koparkhairane: 06:41 Hrs

Belapur: 07:02 Hrs

Panvel: 07:17 Hrs

A walk of about 10 minutes will bring us to Panvel ST Depo

07:50 Hrs: Depart from Panvel bus depo to Karnala by ST / tumtum 

08:35 Hrs: @ Karnala base

Breakfast – Tea   

Intro & Instructions

09:15 Hrs: Trek from Base to Karnala Fort

11:30 Hrs: Atop Karnala Fort
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Sight seeing, REST & Lunch Time for 2 Hrs

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13:30 Hrs: Descend 2 Base

16:00 Hrs: @ Karnala Base

MOve 2 Panvel By ST / Tum-tum

17:30 Hrs: @ Panvel bus depo

We would be getting back to Dadar at approx 19:30 Hrs (Subjective)

The cost of this trek would be Rs. 800/- per head only and would include:

> Panvel – Karnala – Panvel by Tumtum / ST
> Morning Breakfast – Tea
> Sanctuary – Entry Fee
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Deposit Rs. 800/- 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: – 4 days prior to departure
VIMP Note: At the forest entry – point, All plastic bottles will be Counted & have to deposit some amount for the same. In case, if any participant member forget his bottle in the sanctuary and couldn’t show it at the gate, he has to Pay Rs 100/- fine for the same.
Note: Maximum 35 seats

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Things To Carry: -

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A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) ( a must)
LUNCH for da day (a Must)
Raincheater (Optional) for those who don’t want to wet
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)
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes,
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 @ शिखर वेध have planned our yearly event of Panhala – Pavankhind – Padbhraman Mohim on 26-27th August 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 – 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. 2950 / – 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 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

CST @ 20:00 Hrs on Friday 25th August 2023
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20:00 Hrs: Departure from Mumbai by Train
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Day 1: Saturday 26th August 2023
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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 — ~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 27 th August 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 Kolhapur by Bus

20:00 Hrs: Board Train 2 Mumbai

Dinner ( 2 b borne by participants )
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Day 3; Monday 28th August 2023
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07:00 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 – 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. 2950 / – 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 )

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Direct Report @ Panhala Fort :-The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 1350 / – 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  Train Tcikets , 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)

IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay: 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)

.
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/