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9Mar

SHIKHAR VEDH : BHUTAN Backpacking Tour

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Backpacking Tour Bagdogra Bhutan Bhutan Backpacking Tour Bhutan Tourism Gangtey International Tour International Trip Monastery Paro Paro Valley Phobjika Photography Punakha Temples Thimpu Tiger Nest Tour Event tourism Travels Trek Events Trip Event
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Bhutan-Taktsang

Bhutan The Land of Thunder Dragons

Roads to Heaven…!

We at Shikhar Vedh invites you all to Explore Land of Thunder Dragons, most nature friendly, Eco Travel Destination in the world “Bhutan”. The Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is known for its monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs) and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys.

Join us to live the moment and make a memory forever with us.

Bhutan officially the Kingdom of Bhutan(Druk Gyal Khap) is a landlocked country in South Asia. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, it is bordered by Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north, the Sikkim state of India and the Chumbi Valley of Tibet in the west, the Arunachal Pradesh state of India in the east, and the states of Assam and West Bengal in the south. Bhutan is geopolitically in South Asia and is the region’s second least populous nation after the Maldives. Thimphu is its capital and largest city, while Phuntsholing is its financial center.

Cost For the Expedition is as follow:

Mode of Expedition

Cost Per Person

Inclusion

BACKPACK by Traveler

Rs. 37000/- pp (Triple sharing)

Rs 39000/- pp (Twin Sharing)

* Accommodation would be in + 3 star properties

* Breakfast and dinner included (MAP plan)

* All transfers from Bagdogra to Bagdorga on Toyata Hiace

* All permits charges

* All inclusive taxes

* Sustainable Developent Fund Rs 1200/- per day

IMP Note :

* Entry fees EXTRA – Around 3000-4000 Indian Rupees for ALL Monuments

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Day 1: Sunday :- Pick up point @ Bagdogra Airport by 12:30 Hrs

Day 8: Sunday :- Drop point @ Bagdogra Airport by 13:00 Hrs

Kindly get your flight tickets accordingly.

7 Night / 8 Days Itinerary:

Day 01:  Meet @ Bagdogra by 13.30 Hrs

* We shall embark the journey to the land of Dragons –Bhutan sailing and gliding across many meadows and an array of nature’s canvas. The beautiful journey will take 4=5 hours to reach Jaigaon … Take a walk to nearby Zangtong Pelri Lakhang

*  After Reaching our Destination. Check in to Hotel.

*  Roam Around in Phuentsholing Locally.

 

Day 02: Move towards Thimpu

* En-route we will require to get permit for Bhutan. Keep your Passport / Voter ID ready / Few Photos Ready.

* Phuentsholing. Enjoy some cool snaps at Bhutan Gate. Roam Around in Phuentsholing Locally.

* Breakfast and move towards Thimpu through the picturesque landscape and magnifying aura, making the travel desired and easing the travel. This will take 4-5 hours to reach.

  • Explore places en-route to Thimpu

*   Visit to Tashicho Dzong ( fort )

*  Check in to Hotel and Take Rest. Dinner.

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Day 03: Explore Thimpu – Punakha
* Get set to take out the wandering beast and explore the mostly unexplored.

  • This is the tinsel capital town of Bhutan stacked with small bubbling markets and the admired monks.

         * In the morning visit to .

         * It nests the world’s biggest Buddha statue for the eyes to enjoy and heart to pray.

  • Afternoon Transfer to Punakha /wangdue via Dochu La ( 10,700ft) to view the high himalayas ranges in Bhutan region. Dochu la pass has 108 Chorten ( Stupas ) Druk Wangyal Khangzang Chorten which is believed brings multi fold merit to all sentient beings and which make the pass a must visit place

         * Check in at hotel and REST. Have Dinner and Good Night.

Day 04: Visit to Gangtey ( Phobjikha Valley )

After breakfast will start for full day trip to Gangtey (9840ft ). Gangtey is the home of Black Necked Crane which are migrated birds from Tibet in the north. It is beautiful Valley of Bhutan. You can also visit to Gangtey Gompa ( Monastery). After exploration will travel back to Punakha/wangdue.

* Overnight Stay at Punakha.

Day 05: From Punakha to Paro

*  After breakfast check out and visit to Punakha Dzong built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Nagwang Namgyal. For many years this place acted as the capital of Bhutan also known as Ancient Capital of Bhutan. Punakha is lil warmer that is why its still winter residence for Head of the Monk and King.  After which we will take a short trip to Chhimi Lakhang ( Temple ) which is knows as “Temple of Fertility” was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”.

       * Will continue to drive toward Paro. Evening will roam around Paro market its a free time.

*  Overnight Stay at Hotel and Rest.

Day 06: Paro – TAKTSANG Monastery – Paro

* Breakfast and start our Journey.

*  Drive / Ride through a beautiful countryside and golden paddy fields. After ascending gradually making twists and turns we see small cottages before the road ends in a breathtaking pine forest.

* We start our trek for the famous Taktsang or Tigers Nest Monastery from here. It seems like it is perched on the vertical rock by magical glue. You will witness steep slopes and dusty paths in the forest as you reach closer, concluding the beautiful trek with 700 steps. The serenity and beauty of the place make one forget all the tiredness.  This will take almost 5 hours of your day.

* we will visit the stunning Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan. In the evening we enjoy our euphoric moments in the lap of Paro valley and sleep through the night.

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Day 07:  Paro Sightseeing– Phuentsholing

*  Morning Breakfast and checkout. Explore Ta Dzong Rinpung Dzong and travel back to Phuentsholing

*  Overnight Stay and Dinner.

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Day 08:  Phuentsholing to Bagdogra Airport</p>

* Today we bid adieu to Bhutan and proceed back to Siliguri.

We travel through the breathtaking mountains and captivating scenic beauty towards the India – Bhutan border and reach Siliguri after a lifelong memorable ride.

Terms and Conditions:

  1. Participant needs to get the personal medicines if any.
  2. All the accommodations will be on sharing basis (3 person) in all the stay locations.
  3. Participants needs to take care of belongings and all the electrical devices, cameras and ornaments. Shikhar Vedh will not be responsible for any kind of loss ( accidental / natural ).
  4. Since its a group activity, the group leaders decision will be final and we encourage support from all the participant for the same.
  5. We are visiting to high territory, so that any change in itinerary due incidents due to natural calamities, bad conditions or other issues which is not in our control will be cost effective to all.
  6. In case of sudden Hike in Visa Fee or any unforeseen hike will be applicable to participant fee cost

Contact Details:

Jagdish Patil : 9702121373 / 9869369836

(Team Shikhar Vedh)

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8Sep

SHIKHAR VEDH : Agumbe Backpacking Trip

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Uncategorized
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Dear All

We @ Shikhar Vedh has planned to experience the  Agumbe Backpacking Tour 
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Tour Fees would be approximately Rs. 7500/- per Head which includes

1) To & Fro SL Class tickets from Mumbai – Udupi – Mumbai

2) Private Vehicle for 2 days for Sightseeing Udupi – Agumbe – Kundapura

3) Food expenses for 2 days (B, L, D)

4) Accommodation on tripple sharing basis

5) Shikhar Vedh Administrative Charges

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Places to visit

Varanga Lake Jain Temple
Koodluteertha Falls
Sirimane Falls
Sringeri Math
Hanging Bridge
Agumbe
Kundadri Hills
Kavaledurg Fort
Nagara Fort
Marvante Beach
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Itinerary for the trip as below: -

Day 0: Meeting Point:

LTT @ 15:00 Hrs on Friday
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Departure by Train – Matsyagadha Express
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Day1: Saturday
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05:00 Hrs: @ Alight @ Udupi

Freshen up at station

Breakfast time
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07:30 Hrs: 1 Hr drive to Varanga by private vehicle
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08:30 Hrs: Varanga lake Jain Temple – Exploration Time

09:30 Hrs:- Drive to Koodluteerth falls ~ 20 – 30 mins one way trek … Total (~ 2 Hrs Time)
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En-route Have a Lunch

Explore Sirimane Falls
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16:30 Hrs :: Move to Sringeri Math

Visit Hanging Bridge

Return to Agumbe

Overnight Stay at Hotel in Agumbe

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Day 2: Sunday
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Early Wake up , after freshen up

Trail in Agumbe

Break fast – Tea Time

Kavaledurga fort visit

Visit Kundadri Hills

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12:30 Hrs :: Nagara Fort

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Lunch Time
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Visit Maravante Beach
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16:00 Hrs :: @ Kundapura Station
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16:15 Hrs :: Departure by Train – Matsyagandha Express to Mumbai

Day3: Monday

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05:10 Hrs :: @ Panvel

05:55 Hrs :: @ Thane

06:30 Hrs :: @ LTT

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Tour Fees would be approximately Rs. 7500/- per Head which includes

1) To & Fro SL Class tickets from Mumbai – Udupi – Mumbai

2) Private Vehicle for 2 days for Sightseeing Udupi – Agumbe – Kundapura

3) Food expenses for 2 days (B, L, D)

4) Accommodation on tripple sharing basis

5) Shikhar Vedh Administrative Charges

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Deposit Rs. 4500/- per head (Non-refundable) on following A/c for Travel / Tickets Booking / Hotel 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: – Till the train tickets are available to get confirmed seats, OR Till the batch gets full
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Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (A must)
1 torch (a must) with spare batteries ( 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 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
.
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/

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11Aug

Shikhar Vedh : Kedarnath – Tunganath – Badrinath (Do Dham) Spiritual Tour

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Backpacking Tour Badrinath Camping Caves Do Dham Falls Heritage Tour Himalayean Tour Himalayean Trek Historical Tour Kedarnath Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Photography Pune Event Pune Trek Pune Treks Range Trek Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Spiritual Tour Temples Tented Accommodation Tour Event tourism Travels Trek Events Trip Event Uttarakhand Tourism Winter Trek
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Dear All

Join us for a Spiritual backpacking trip :-

Destinations Covered :  Kedarnath – Tungnath – Rudraprayag – Badrinath – Mana – Haridwar
Tour Duration : (07 Nights / 08 Days)

Introduction:
Kedarnath has been a pilgrimage centre since ancient times. It is not certain who constructed the original Kedarnath temple and when. A mythological account ascribes the temple’s construction to the legendary Pandava brothers mentioned in the Mahabharata. However, the Mahabharata does not mention any place called Kedarnath. One of the earliest references to Kedarnath occurs in the Skanda Purana (c. 7th-8th century), which names Kedara (Kedarnath) as the place where Shiva released the holy waters of Ganga from his matted hair, resulting in the formation of the Ganges river.

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Arrival : Day 1 : @ Haridwar Airport / Railway Station – at 14:00 Hrs
Departure : Day 8 : @ Haridwar Airport / Railway Station – at 08:00 Hrs
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Day 01 : Arrival at Haridwar railway station/ Airport

• 14:00 Hrs: Meeting point at Haridwar
• 15:30 Hrs: Haridwar Sightseeing
• Night Stay at Haridwar (Charges to be borne by participants)

Day 02: Haridwar to Guptakashi / Sonprayag (230 km ~ 7 Hrs)

• 05:00 Hrs: Wake up call and get ready for Guptakashi / Sitapur / Sonprayag
• 07:00 Hrs: Breakfast and start our journey
En-route visit Deprayag: Alaknanda – Bhagirathi Sangam
• 20:00 Hrs: @ Check in Hotel & Dinner time

Day 03: Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple (21km)

• Wake up to beautiful mountain view and sip on some hot coffee or tea
• Drive to Gauri-kund … Post breakfast, its time for Kedarnath Trek
• Visit Kedarnath temple , attain evening aarti and seek blessings of Lord Shiva
• Dinner and night stay at Kedarnath (Only Dormitory / Tent Accommodation here)

Day 04: Kedarnath To Chopta (80 km ~ 2 Hrs )

• Wake up to beautiful sunrise and spiritual view of Kedarnath Temple
• Early Morning Kedarbaba Darshan – Post breakfast, its time for Kedarnath to Sonprayag by trail
• Ready for Chopta by private vehicle
• Dinner and night stay at Chopta

Day 05: Chopta to Tunganath to Joshimath (160 km ~ 5 Hrs )

• Wake up to beautiful sunrise
• Ready for Tunganath Mahadev Trail and Time permits and if interested Chandrashila Peak (~1 hr asend) ..
Evening start Road journey to Joshimath
• Dinner and Night stay at Joshimath

Day 06: Joshimath to Badrinath to Pipalkoti (150 km ~ 3 hr)

• 05:00 Hrs: Wake up call and get ready for Badrinath Temple
• 06:00 Hrs: breakfast and Visit Narsinha Temple en-route
Badrinath Temple Darshan
• Visit the last Indian village Mana
• Night Stay at Pipalkoti

Day 07: Pipalkoti to Rishikesh / Haridwar (260km ~ 7 Hrs)

• After a few farewell speeches, gossips and tons of pictures its time to return home with sweet memories
En-route visit SHaktipeeth Dhari Devi Temple time permits
Interested participants can opt for Ganga Aarti
• Dinner and Night stay at Haridwar (Charges to be borne by participants)

Day 08: Haridwar Hotel check out and return journey starts for Delhi/ Mumbai

Plz book to & fro train/flight tickets accordingly ASAP till seats available.

Day 1 : Arrival @ Haridwar at 2 pm
Day 8 : Departure from Haridwar after 8 am
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Cost of the tour :-
Rs 24500/- + Air / Train Fare

It Includes

• Day 02 to Day 07 :- Haridwar to Haridwar private vehicle
• Day 02 to Day 07 :- Breakfast and Dinner at the time of event
• Day 02 to Day 07 :- Triple sharing accommodation
• Dormitory stay in Tent at Kedarnath
• Tour Leader / Guide and other Professionals
• Shikhar Vedh Administrator Charges

Exclusions:

• Mumbai – Haridwar – Mumbai :- Airfare / Train fare
• Day 1 & Day 7 :- Haridwar Stay
• Any Expenses of Personal nature such as Travel and medical insurance, Additional Porterage or transportation
• Daily Lunch
• Any additional expenses caused by reason beyond our control such as natural calamities (landslides, floods etc.), any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, evacuation costs etc. Stay charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra and need to be borne by the participant
• Any service not specifically mentioned in the Includes sections.
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For confirmation book with advance Rs 14500/- pp (Non-refundable)

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464 
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
Ifsc code: ICIC0000268
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OR
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Googlepay : 9702121373
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If interested do call or ping me on 9702121373 – Jagadish Patil
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11May

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Panhala – Pavankhind – Padbhraman Mohim

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Fort Monsoon Treks Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Padbhraman Mohim Panhala Panhala 2 Pavankhind Pavankhind Mohim Pawankhind Photography Pune Event Pune Trek Pune Treks Range Trek Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Tour Event Trek Events Trip Event Waterfalls
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Dear All,

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

History:

 

Panhala – Pavankhind -Vishalgad 

 

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was under siege of Siddi Johar on Panhala fort from 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
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20:00 Hrs: Departure from Mumbai by Train
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Day 1: Saturday
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07:30 Hrs: @ Kolhapur

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Lunch BREAK
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15:15 Hrs: Start

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

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

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

07:30 Hrs: Move

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

15 mins Break

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

Lunch Break

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

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Pay Tribute to Veer Baji Prabhu Deshpande
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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
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07:00 Hrs: @ Mumbai (Dats’ subjective)

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The cost for the event is about Rs. 3700 / – per head
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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. 3150 / – per head

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

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Direct Report @ Panhala Fort :-The cost for the Mohim would b Rs. 1550 / – per head
Transport from Kolhapur to Panhala & Pavankhind to Kolhapur (Need 2 arrange by such participant who r joining directly)
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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 3150/- per head
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Deposit advance amount of Rs. 3700/- 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 @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Udupi – Karkala – Moodbidri Tour

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Beaches Kapu Beach Karkala Krishna Temple Udupi Malpe Beach Moodbidri Photography Shri Gommateshwara Temple Karkala St. Mary Island Malpe Temples Thousand Pillars Temple Tour Event Trek Events Trip Event Udupi Waterfalls
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Dear All

We @ Shikhar Vedh has planned to experience the  UDUPI !!! KARKALA !!! MOODBIDRI!!! 
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Tour Fees would be approximately Rs. 7500/- per Head which includes

1) To & Fro SL Class tickets from Mumbai – Udupi – Mumbai

2) Private Vehicle for 2 days for Sightseeing Udupi – Karkala – Moodbidri

3) Food expenses for 2 days (B, L, D)

4) Accommodation on tripple sharing basis

5) Shikhar Vedh Administrative Charges

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Udupi Sightseeing
Krishna Temple / Math
Malpe Beach – St. Mary Island
Kapu Beach & Light-House
Hanging Bridge @ Kemmannu Backwaters
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Karkala Sightseeing
Shri Gommateshwara Statue
Shri Chaturmukha Jain Temple
Shri Venkatramana Temple
Anekere Lake
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Moodbidri Sightseeing
Thousan Pillar Temple
Kadalkere Nisargadhama
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Itinerary for the trip as below: -

Day 0: Meeting Point:

LTT @ 15:00 Hrs on Friday
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Departure by Train – Matsyagadha Express
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Day1: Saturday
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05:00 Hrs: @ Alight @ Udupi

Early Check in – Freshen up

1 Hr drive to Karkala  by private vehicle
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Breakfast time
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Karkala Sightseeing – Exploration Time

(~ 4 Hrs Time )
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12:30 Hrs :: Move to Moodbidri

En-route Have a Lunch

Explore Moodbidri
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16:30 Hrs :: Move to Kapu Beach

Visit Light – House if permitted

Evening Hours @ Kapu Beach – Sunset Time

Krishna Math Temple

Overnight Stay at Hotel in Udupi

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Day 2: Sunday
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Early Wake up , after freshen up

Visit again Krishna Math Temple if interested

Break fast – Tea Time

Malpe Beach Sight-seeing

Visit St. Mary Island by Ferry

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12:30 Hrs :: Hanging Bridge @ Kemmannu Backwaters

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Lunch Time
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14:30 Hrs :: @ Udupi Station
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15:00 Hrs :: Departure by Train – Matsyagandha Express to Mumbai

Day3: Monday

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05:10 Hrs :: @ Panvel

05:55 Hrs :: @ Thane

06:30 Hrs :: @ LTT

.

Tour Fees would be approximately Rs. 7500/- per Head which includes

1) To & Fro SL Class tickets from Mumbai – Udupi – Mumbai

2) Private Vehicle for 2 days for Sightseeing Udupi – Karkala – Moodbidri

3) Food expenses for 2 days (B, L, D)

4) Accommodation on tripple sharing basis

5) Shikhar Vedh Administrative Charges

.
Deposit Rs. 4500/- per head (Non-refundable) on following A/c for Travel / Tickets Booking / Hotel 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: – Till the train tickets are available to get confirmed seats, OR Till the batch gets full
.
Things To Carry:-
.
A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (A must)
1 torch (a must) with spare batteries ( 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 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
.
For confirmation, do call on below no or reply here

Jagdish Patil : 09702121373 / 09869369836
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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Kataldhar Fall – Rajmachi – Kondhane Cave Trek

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Dear All,

We @ SHIKHAR VEDH is glad to announce Monsoon trek to Kataldhar Fall – Rajmachi & Kondhane cave waterfall  … Hope 2 c u there 2 NJoy …

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The cost of this trek would be Rs. 2100/- per head & would include:

> Lonavala to  Phanasrai &  Kondhane to Karjat  transport

> 2 Breakfast – Tea, 3 Veg meals

> Accommodation in village house & Shikhar Vedh administrative charges
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Rajmachi, located in the Lonavala region is accessible from both Karjat as well as Lonavala. The village of Udhewadi lies on the massive plateau that greets one on getting to Rajmachi. The twin forts of Srivardhan & Manoranjan grace the backdrop of the village.

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A little distance down from the village lies a serene and beautiful lake called Uday Sagar Talav, no trek to Rajmachi is complete without taking a dip in this lake.
Behind the lake lies an ancient Monolith, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. For those looking for more trekking adventures, consider exploring the Tour du Mont Blanc. Be sure to check out tour du mont blanc climbing gear for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Here is some info abt the forts: – Srivardhan & Manoranjan

Height: 3000/2700 feet above MSL
Grade: Easy
District: Pune
Region: Lonavala
Base Village: Lonavala/Kondhane

Plan:

Rendezvous: Meet at 08:15 Hrs (Sharp) at Lonawala Railway station

MUMBAI People

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We will b starting from CST by Indrayani Express

(time-table as below) — Alight @ Lonavala …

Mumbai CST : 05:30 Hrs
Dadar : 05:40 Hrs
Thane : 06:00 Hrs
Kalyan : 06:15 Hrs

Lonavala : 08:15 hrs

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PUNE people

Catch Pune-Lonavala local … Timings as follows

06:00 Hrs: Pune Staion

06:05 Hrs: Shivaji Nagar

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07:40 Hrs: Lonavala

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Day 1: Saturday


08:15 Hrs: @ Lonavala railway station

Breakfast – Tea
Move Fanasrai Village by local Transport

09:30 Hrs: @ Fanasrai – Kataldhar Trek point

Descend Trek to Kataldhar fall (~ 1 hr)

~ 1 hr for exploration

Ascend Trek to Fanasrai – Trek start point

Lunch Time @ Fanasrai Village

Ascend to Rajmachi (~2.0 hrs / 7 – 8 kms)

05:00 Hrs: @ Udhewadi – base village

Explore Manranjan Fort

Dinner Time (Veg / Non-Veg )

Stay @ Villagers House (Dormitory)

Day 2: Sunday
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06:00 Hrs: @ Wake up call
07:30 Hrs: @ Shrivardhan atop

Explore Shrivardhan fort.
Breakfast  – Tea in village .

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10:30 Hrs – Visit Uday sagar Talav, Godhaneshwar Shiva Temple
12:00 Hrs – Lunch (Veg Only)

13:00 Hrs – Descend to Kondhane village

15:30 Hrs – @ Kondhane Caves-Waterfall

17:00 Hrs – @ Kondhane village

18:00 Hrs – @ Katjat station

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We would be getting back to Dadar / Pune at approx 21:00 PM (That’s Subjective)
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The cost of this trek would be Rs. 2100/- per head & would include:

> Lonavala to  Phanasrai &  Kondhane to Karjat  transport

> 2 Breakfast, 2 Veg meals

> Accommodation in village house & Shikhar Vedh charges

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Advance amount of Rs. 1100/- 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
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Last date to register: 4 days prior to event ot till the batch is full
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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
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Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagdish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836

In case call is not received; please do sms / whtsapp
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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Sandhan Valley exploration event

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Kokankada Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Pune Event Pune Trek Pune Treks Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Samrad Camping Samrad Fireflies Camping Sandhan Sandhan Fireflies Camping Sandhan Valley Shikhar Vedh Sunday Trek Trek Events
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Dear All,
 
We @ शिखर वेध has arranged our Favourite destination Trek to Sandhan Valley exploration  event Trek
Event Cost :: Rs 1850/- per head
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Hope 2 cu on trek with me to NJoy again ;-)
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Brief Intro about Sandhan:-

Height:~ 4100 ft
Grade: Medium with Thrill
Time: ~ 0.5 hrs from Samrad
Location: Bhandardara region

” SANDHAN” …. is a beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats  near Ratangad. Amidst the water carved valley of 50 to 500 feet deep and around two km long. Experience the heart throbbing crossing of 4 ft deep water pool in the way of  rock floored water carved valley. 
This will be your memorable trek.

Also you will get chance to Rappel down four small patches to reach the base of SANDHAN VALLEY.

Trek Details:

DAY 0 ::
Rendezvous : On Telecon

22:50 Hrs :CST
22:57Hrs: Byculla
23:04 Hrs: Dadar
23:12 Hrs: Kurla
23:16 Hrs: Ghatkopar
23:31 Hrs: Thane
23:55 Hrs: Dombivali
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Day 1
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00:05 Hrs: Kalyan
01:18 Hrs: Kasara

Depart 2 Samrad by Private vehicle

04:00 Hrs : – @ Samrad

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Rest for 2 hours
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Breakfast-T Time
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07:00 Hrs — Move 2 Sandhan
07:30 Hrs — Enter in Sandhan Valley
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We have to go through abt 4 feet deep water for about 25-30 meters on the way … its real fun-thrill
Pls do carry extra clothes for da same … 
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10:30 Hrs —Sandhan Valley view point

Return Journey to base village
Lunch time mid way

& Explore Ghatghar –
kokankada & Amruteshwar Mandir @ Rtanwadi .. 
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Move Kasara station

19:00 Hrs — @ Kasara station
 
We will be in Dadar around 22:00 hrs ( thats – subjective) …

The cost for the entire EVENT is about Rs. 1850 /- per head

Includes Transportation from Kasara 2 Kasara, B/f-Tea, Lunch & Trek/span>

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Please book yourself with advance payment of Rs. 1850/- (Non-refundable) …  Deposit the amount on following account.
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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268
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Seats r limited …
Last date to register with advance payment is Tuesday 17 March 2015 till 5 pm
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Note:- Its a group activity so each and every member will be allotted some or other responsibility. Pls do keep space for 1kg at least in your bag.
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Previous memories in form of snaps of our NEW Year special event to Sandhan

https://picasaweb.google.com/104269804834836030230/NewYearTrekSandhanValleyRappelling?authkey=Gv1sRgCMb43pHR9a_cywE

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Things To Carry:-


A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
Extra Pair of clothes (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, do carry a extra pair as well
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: 09702121373/ 09869369836
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11Aug

शिखर वेध – Ganpatipule – Marleshwar – Amba Ghat – Pavankhind – Panhala

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Amba Ghat Beaches Ganpatipule Jotiba Marleshwar Panhala Panhala 2 Pavankhind Pavankhind Mohim Pawankhind Tour Event Trek Events Trip Event
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Dear All,  शिखर वेध has arranged a 2 – day Trip to Ganpatipule – Marleshwar – Amba Ghat – Pavankhind – Panhala fort

Brief Introduction about Places as below: -
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Ganpatipule: Nestled in the greenery is a nearly 4000 year old landmark the Swayambhu Ganpati Temple (Swayambhu means a self-originated idol, Ganapati). It is flooded by thousands of devotees and tourists every year. Ganpatipule, the Lord of the ‘ganas’ or army and “pule” means sand dunes. It is one of the ‘Ashta Ganapatis’ (eight Ganpatis) of India and is known as ‘Paschim Dwar Dewata’ (Western Sentinel God).
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Marleshwar Temple: Tourists should visit this important temple in Sangmeshwar for devotion and natural beauty. We can see Sahyadri’s huge precipice and river. We get a surprise when we reach Marleshwar in the pleasant atmosphere. At the right side we get the entrance of the cave and near the entrance of the cave, there is ‘Kund’ of cold water. When we enter the cave we can see Shri. Marleshwar. Friendly snakes and cobras are everywhere in the cave but noteworthy thing is not a single person has died because of snakes here. If we go ahead, ‘Dhareshwar’ waterfall can be seen. The waterfall sight is very beautiful from the cave but we don’t get an idea about the height of the waterfall from here. We will have to go beyond ‘Karambeli Doh’ for that.
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Itinerary of the trip:
Day 0:
Meeting Point : 21:00 Hrs  @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E)
Departure from Dadar by Private Vehicle
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Day 1: .
06:00 Hrs: @ Ganpatipule
Freshen up & Breakfast – Tea Time
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Exploration TIME for TEMPLE, BEACH, KESHAV SUT SMARAK @ MALGUND
Lunch Time
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Move to Marleshwar view
Explore Marleshwar

Overnight @ Hotel in AMBA GHAT
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Day 2:
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Wake Up Early & Finish Morning Chores
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07:30 Hrs: Breakfast – Tea Time
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08:30 Hrs: Move 2 Pavankhind
Explore Pavankhind …. Pay tribute
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Drive to Panhala

Explore Panhala fort
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14:30 Hrs: Lunch Time (VEG / NON-VEG)
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Time Permits visit JOTIBA Temple
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17:00 Hrs: Start Return Journey to MUmbai
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Dinner En-route
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Day 3: We will be in mumbai around 05:30 hrs ( thats – subjective)

The Cost for the Tour is about Rs. 6950 / – per head
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This includes Dadar 2 Dadar Transportation by Private vehicle (Non A/c) , Accommodation ( 3 ppl sharing), Food as Mentioned, Entry Fees wherever applicable and administrative charges for Shikhar Vedh only.

Please book in advance with payment of Rs. 3500/- (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.

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

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

Seats r limited … MAXimum 15 members …

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Things To Carry:-
A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (a must)

Good trekking shoes, Extra pair of Cloths, TOWEL etc. (a must)

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

Jagdish Patil (O): 09869369836

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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Harishchandragad Trek & Kokankada Camping from Pune

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Camping Caves Fort Harishchandragad Harishchandragad Camping Harishchandragad Trek Harishchandragad Trek from Pune Kokankada Kokankada Camping Monsoon Treks Mumbai Trekkers Mumbai treks Night Trek Photography Pune Event Pune Trek Pune Treks Range Trek Road Trip Sahyadri Travels Sahyadri Treks Saturday Trek Shikhar Vedh Shikharayan Sunday Trek Tented Accommodation Tour Event tourism Travels Trek Events Trip Event Winter Trek Women Special Trek / Trip / Tour Events
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Dear All,
We @ Shikhar Vedh has arranged Konkankada Camping @ Trekkers Paradise-Harishchandrgad
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Hope 2 c u on trek with us to NJoy again 

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

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

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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

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NOTE : Minimum 12 participants required to execute

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Deposit Rs. 1500/- 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: – 4 days prior to departure

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Things To Carry: -
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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),
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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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11Aug

SHIKHAR VEDH :: Ratangad Sonki Special Trek (Trimbak Darwaja Ascend & Ladder Route Descend ) on Sunday

Posted by: jagdish Categories: Adventure Activities Caves Fort Lake Monsoon Treks Photography Temples Trek Events Trip Event Waterfalls
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Ratangad Fort

Dear All,

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

The Cost for the Trek is abt Rs. 1550 /-  per head only
This includes  Borivali  transport by private vehicle, Morning & Veg Lunch + 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 1:- Natioal Park, Borivali (E)  @ 22:00 Hrs

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Day 2:-

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05:30 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 Dadar by private vehicle

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

The Cost for the Trek is abt Rs. 1550 /-  per head only
This includes Borivali to Borivali transport by private vehicle, Morning & Veg Lunch  + Shikhar Vedh Charges
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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.
.
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 7 days prior to departure
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Things To Carry:-
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Pls Do carry Lunch for Sunday (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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Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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