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Monday 22 August 2011

Photo Walk to Kaas plateau on 11th of September 2011

Nature trail to Kaas plateau " The Plateau of Flowers " on 11th of September 2011.

 Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to a nature trail to the most colorful plateau, Kaas plateau on 11th of September 2011, starting on 10th September night.




Trivia
Type : Flower plateau in satara
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Nature Trail
Base Village : Kaas

People who are keen about nature, flora and fauna this is the place for you.
Situated at 25 km from the satara city, Kaas is the place where 100s of varieties of flowers blossom in this season turning the plateau into beds of different colours. It looks like carpets of flowers laying on the ground, yellow carpets of Smithia and Sonki flowers, Pink carpets of Balsam, Purple carpets of Karvi and many more..... The color of the carpets keeps on changing with time depending on the dominant flowers at the time.

Looking over the water catchment area of the huge koyna Dam, it blends with the lush green forest in the protected area.

The best place to appreciate natures beauty, and and heaven for macro photographers, its a must visit place for all nature lovers.

Wide availability of flowers, nectar attract insects which feed on them and they attract birds which feed on them. Birds like Crested Buntings, Malabar Crested Larks, Oriental White-eyes, Bonelli’s Eagle and commonly sighted at Kaas.

Instead of visiting the crowded places with loads of picnickers like Thoseghar waterfall, sajjangad ect we would rather prefer to visit pateshwar, an offbeat location, scenic and isolated from crowd.

Pateshwar Hills

Pateshwar famous copious archaic sculptures. Surrounded with the thickest forest its an ever green place through out the year. One can spots around 50 species of birds in the area.

The place is cover with number of shiva temples all carved in stones. It also houses an recently built Ashram by Swami Govindanad.
Big idols of Lord Ganesha, Riddi Siddi, and a huge Hemadpanti Shiva temple is the main attraction.
In the surrounding one can observe two huge deepmalas.
There are engravings of hindu gods and goddesses on the walls of the temples.

The itinerary for the trail is as given below:
Meeting Point :
Swaminarayan temple Dadar 11.00 pm on 10th Sep 2011
04.30 am Satara
Rest for some time.
Breakfast
07.00 am : Kaas  Plateau  
11.00 am : Site seeing, Photography, Valley exploration
12.00 pm : Visit to Kaas Lake (optional)
01.00 pm : Lunch
01.30 pm : Visit Pateshwar Hills
03.30 pm : Start Return journey
Evening refreshment on the way
09.30 pm tentatively reach Mumbai .

Contribution for the trip is Rs 1100/- per head which includes
Traveling from Mumbai to Mumbai by a private vehicle,
Breakfast and evening refreshments.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 1100/- per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Gallery : https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1623614353191.88314.1321443894&type=1

Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613/9850193039


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri



OffBeat Sahyadri - River Rafting at Kolad - Kundalika River on 18th of September 2011


River Rafting at Kolad - Kundalika River with OffBeat Sahyadri on 18th of September 2011

Let the adrenaline rush with the increasing rapids at the white water rafting,
Join us for river rafting event at Kundalika on 18th of September 2011

Dear Offbeaters,

We invite you for an event of River Rafting at kundalika river Kolad, on 18th of September 2011.




 

Trivia:
Location:
 Kundalika River, Kolad
Rafting distance: 12 km
Swimming skills: Not required.
Previous experience: Not necessary

Safely is taken care of by the provision of life jackets, helmets, prior training, proper instructions and full presence of trained guides with every raft throughout the activity.

Rafting is the most adventures outdoor sport. It’s nothing but using a raft (air filled boat) and paddles, and great coordination between the paddlers to navigate through the gushing streams and rocks.

Itinerary:
Pick up Points: 
Borivali- 12:00 am
Andheri – 12.20 am
Bandra – 12.30 am
Sion- 12.45 am
Panvel- 1.30 am


06:00 am :Breakfast
08:00 am : Reach WRA
09:00 am : Start rafting
12:30 pm : Pick up from the end point
01:30 pm : Research the resort, change
02:00 pm : Lunch
03:00 pm : Departure for Mumbai
Reaching Mumbai by 07:00-08:00pm tentatively.

Contribution
1950/- per head
The Cost includes, 
Traveling from Mumbai to Mumbai.
Food (2 refreshments, 1 meal), 
Event charges.


Payment Details:
For registration deposit advance of Rs 1950/- to the following account.
Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code : UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only (Before transaction please confirm availability of seats.)  .

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration

Check list :
Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof
Water 2 liters (must)
Change of cloths
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories


Registration or queries:
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha :  9619666895
Priti Patel : 9869524260
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503
Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar  : 898334613, 9850193039

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri




Trek From Pratapgad to Bhimachi Kathi on 28th of August 2011

A Trek from Pratapgad to Bhimachi Kathi on 28th of August 2011, starting on 27th night. 


Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to a trek from Pratapgad to Bhimachi Kathi on 28th of August 2011, starting on 27th night.



Trivia
Type :Trek though mountains
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Medium
Base Village : Bhimachi Kathi

The itinerary for the trail is as given below:
One has to Catch Mumbai - Mahabaleshwar Bus
One can do the reservation or book the tickets on board
missing the bus means missing the trek
Bus Details :  Mumbai Central - Mahabaleshwar Via Mahad 
Timing 22.30 at Mumbai Central
Dadar 22.45 on 27th of August 2011
Mahabaleshwar 05.15



06.00am : Pratapgad
06.30am : Breakfast, Introduction
08.00am : Exploration
08.30am : Start trek towards Bhimachi Kathi
10.30 am : Ramvardayini mata temple
11.15 am : resume
01.00 pm : Gawali Wadi , Lunch Break
02.30 pm : Bhimachi Kathi, enjoy the view of the Waterfall
03.30 pm : Departure to Mahad
05.00 pm : Mahad, Evening refreshments
06.00 pm : Departure to Mumbai
10.00 pm : Reaching Mumbai tentatively

Contribution for the trip is Rs 300/- per head which includes
Transportation from Bhimachi kathi to Mahad
1 Breakfasts + 1 Evening refreshments

Note : Bus fare till Pratapgad and from Mahad to back is not included in the charges.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 300/- per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911
Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch (must)
Mug for tea (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration :http://www.offbeatsahyadri.com/index.php/rules-and-regulation


Registration or queries:
 
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613/9850193039


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri



Sunday 14 August 2011

OffBeat Sahyadri : Waterfall Rappelling with OffBeat Sahyadri on 21st August 2011


Waterfall Rappelling with OffBeat Sahyadri on 21st August 2011

Dear Offbeaters,

On demand we organize one more rappelling session at Panvel Waterfall this Sunday.

We invite you for an adventurous journey of rappelling through a gigantic waterfall on 21st of August 2011






Trivia
Height: Approx 120 feet
Grade: Medium.

Rappelling is a quick way of descending heights using adventure gear and involves sliding down the ropes. The speed of descend is controlled by the friction. Proper belay support makes this event 100% safe.

Waterfalls always fascinate us. Don’t they? Every monsoon we visit number of waterfalls to get drenched. It feels amazing when the water hits our body with the speeding force.

Imagine how exciting it will be to walk down the waterfall and experiencing the trill, the force, the pressure and the adventure.

It gives the most incredible feeling of success and accomplishment when you touch the ground, overcoming all your fears of height or water.

Itinerary:

Meeting point for those who wish to come by Private Transport:

Meeting point: Dadar East, Swami Narayan Mandir, at 6.00 am
06:10 am start towards Panvel
Breakfast on board
08:45 am : Reach Venue, introduction, Instruction, Demo
09:30 am : start rappelling turn by turn
01:30 pm : Lunch Break, start activity immediately after lunch
05:30 pm : wind up, evening refreshments
06:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
Reaching Mumbai by 08:30 – 09:30 pm tentatively.

Meeting point for Pune People
Meeting point: Panvel Depot, 08.00 am 
08:30 am start by rick / bus
09:30 am : Reach Venue, Breakfast,
10:30am :  introduction, Instruction, Demo
11:00 am : start rappelling turn by turn
01:30 pm : Lunch Break, start activity immediately after lunch
05:00 pm : wind up, evening refreshments
05:30 pm : Departure to Panvel by rick / bus
06:30 pm : Panvel
Reaching Pune by 09:30 pm tentatively.


Contribution 
For Mumbaikars Rs 600/- per head
Which Includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipment. 

For Punekars : Rs 450/- per head
Which Includes,
Travelling from Panvel to Panvel by public transport Auto / bus,
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipment

For registration kindly transfer respective contribution per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch (must)
Mug for tea (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration :http://www.offbeatsahyadri.com/index.php/rules-and-regulation


Registration or queries:
 
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613/9850193039


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

OffBeat Sahyadri : An exciting trek to an exhotic location, the unexplored Bocheghol Naal on 21st of August 2011

An exciting trek to an exhotic location, the unexplored Bocheghol Naal on 21st of August 2011

Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to an exciting trek to an exhotic location, the unexplored Bocheghol Naal on 21st of August 2011


Trivia
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Medium
Base Village : Pane - Sandoshi

Among one of the most extensively used ancient mountain passes in sahyadris,Bocheghol naal is one of the less explored but still in use one. The pass connects Village khanu on the ghat region with the Villages Pane and Sandoshi in Konkan.

Passing through dense forest it is the best place to observe rich flora and fauna of sahyadris. Peacocks, barking Deers, rabbits and even pugmarks of big cats were observed in our last visit to this place.

One can enjoy the parallel view of the magestic Raigad fort from here. The view of the adjoining mountains and gorges, and the waterfalls flowing through is most exciting experience.


The itinerary for the trek is as given below.
One needs to catch the Borivali - Sandoshi Bus departing at 00.00am from borivali on 21st of August.
One can do the reservation prior.

BORIVALI 22:00
MAITRIPARK 22:45
PANVEL 00:00
PEN 01:05
WADKHAL 01:30
NAGOTHANA 02:00
INDAPUR 02:25
MANGAON 02:35
MAHAD 04:50
SANDOSHI 06:00

The trek Starts at Sandoshi
07.30am : Breakfast, Introduction , Start the trek
09.30am : Reach Hedmachi
10.00am : Proceed to Bocheghol Naal
01.00pm : Top, Lunch Break
01.30pm : Start Descending
04.30pm : Reach The Base Village, Proceed to mahad
05.30pm : Evening refreshment, Proceed to Mumbai - Pune
10.30 - 11.30pm : Back To Mumbai - Pune


Contribution
Rs 300/- per person which Includes
Transportation from Pane to Mahad
1 Breakfasts + 1 Evening refreshments

Note : Bus fare till Sandoshi and from mahad to back is not included in the charges.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 300/- per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911
Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes as we will be trekking through dense forest. Provides better protection from insects and scratch.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch (must)
Mug for tea (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration :http://www.offbeatsahyadri.com/index.php/rules-and-regulation


Registration or queries:
 
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613/9850193039


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

OffBeat Sahyadri : A trek from Pratapgad to Bhimachi Kathi on 28th of August 2011, starting on 27th night.

  A Trek from Pratapgad to Bhimachi Kathi on 28th of August 2011, starting on 27th night. 


Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to a trek from Pratapgad to Bhimachi Kathi on 28th of August 2011, starting on 27th night.

Trivia
Type :Trek though mountains
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Medium
Base Village : Bhimachi Kathi

The itinerary for the trail is as given below:
One has to Catch Mumbai - Mahabaleshwar Bus
One can do the reservation or book the tickets on board
missing the bus means missing the trek
05.00am : Pratapgad
06.00am : Breakfast, Introduction
08.00am : Exploration
08.30am : Start trek towards Bhimachi Kathi
10.30 am : Ramvardayini mata temple
11.15 am : resume
01.00 pm : Gawali Wadi , Lunch Break
02.30 pm : Bhimachi Kathi, enjoy the view of the Waterfall
03.30 pm : Departure to Mahad
05.00 pm : Mahad, Evening refreshments
06.00 pm : Departure to Mumbai
10.00 pm : Reaching Mumbai tentatively

Contribution for the trip is Rs 300/- per head which includes
Transportation from Bhimachi kathi to Mahad
1 Breakfasts + 1 Evening refreshments

Note : Bus fare till Pratapgad and from mahad to back is not included in the charges.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 300/- per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911
Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch (must)
Mug for tea (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration :http://www.offbeatsahyadri.com/index.php/rules-and-regulation


Registration or queries:
 
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613/9850193039


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri



Photo Walk to Kaas plateau on 25th of September 2011

Nature trail to Kaas plateau " The Plateau of Flowers " on 25th of September 2011.

Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to a nature trail to the most colorful plateau, Kaas plateau on 25th of September 2011, starting on 24th September night.




Trivia
Type : Flower plateau in satara
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Nature Trail
Base Village : Kaas

People who are keen about nature, flora and fauna this is the place for you.
Situated at 25 km from the satara city, Kaas is the place where 100s of varieties of flowers blossom in this season turning the plateau into beds of different colours. It looks like carpets of flowers laying on the ground, yellow carpets of Smithia and Sonki flowers, Pink carpets of Balsam, Purple carpets of Karvi and many more..... The color of the carpets keeps on changing with time depending on the dominant flowers at the time.

Looking over the water catchment area of the huge koyna Dam, it blends with the lush green forest in the protected area.

The best place to appreciate natures beauty, and and heaven for macro photographers, its a must visit place for all nature lovers.

Wide availability of flowers, nectar attract insects which feed on them and they attract birds which feed on them. Birds like Crested Buntings, Malabar Crested Larks, Oriental White-eyes, Bonelli’s Eagle and commonly sighted at Kaas.

Instead of visiting the crowded places with loads of picnickers like Thoseghar waterfall, sajjangad ect we would rather prefer to visit pateshwar, an offbeat location, scenic and isolated from crowd.

Pateshwar Hills

Pateshwar famous copious archaic sculptures. Surrounded with the thickest forest its an ever green place through out the year. One can spots around 50 species of birds in the area.

The place is cover with number of shiva temples all carved in stones. It also houses an recently built Ashram by Swami Govindanad.
Big idols of Lord Ganesha, Riddi Siddi, and a huge Hemadpanti Shiva temple is the main attraction.
In the surrounding one can observe two huge deepmalas.
There are engravings of hindu gods and goddesses on the walls of the temples.

The itinerary for the trail is as given below:
Meeting Point :
Swaminarayan temple Dadar 11.00 pm on 24th Sep 2011
04.30 am Satara
Rest for some time.
Breakfast
07.00 am : Kaas  Plateau  
11.00 am : Site seeing, Photography, Valley exploration
12.00 pm : Visit to Kaas Lake (optional)
01.00 pm : Lunch
01.30 pm : Visit Pateshwar Hills
03.30 pm : Start Return journey
Evening refreshment on the way
09.30 pm tentatively reach Mumbai .

Contribution for the trip is Rs 1250/- per head which includes
Traveling from Mumbai to Mumbai by a private vehicle,
Breakfast, Lunch and evening refreshments

For registration kindly transfer Rs 1250/- per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Gallery : https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1623614353191.88314.1321443894&type=1

Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613/9850193039


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri



Monday 8 August 2011

OffBeat Sahyadri : Trek to Bhimashankar on 14th and 15th of August 2011 via an OffBeat Route : Vajantri Ghat


Trek to Bhimashankar Via Vajantri Ghat on 14th and 15th of August 2011


Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to an over night trek to Bhimashnakar via an offbeat route : Vajantri Ghat on 14th and 15th of August 2011



Trivia
Height : 3500 ft above msl
Grade : Medium
Base Village : Kamat pada

Being one of the 12 Jotirlingas of Shiva, based approximately 3500 feet high up in the hills its also a part of Bhimashnakar Wild Life Sanctuary. Bhimashankar is Surrounded by thickest evergreen forest providing the best chances to study natures diversity.

Though small (spread over 100sq km's) the sanctuary is home to a wide variety of animals Leopard, Sambar, Barking deer, Porcupines, Grey Jungle fowls, Wild pig, Hanuman langur, Rhesus macaque and Flying Squirrel etc. 

Its also the best sighting place for the state animal of Maharashtra the Indian Giant Squirrel – "Shekharu"  (Ratufa indica elphistoni) which falls under highly endangered subspecies.

Places to Visit

Shiva Temple : Approximately 1200 – 1400 years old, the temple of Bhimashnakar is built in Hemad Panthi style. Decorated with  beautiful sculptures and paintings on the roof and pillars., it showcases hindu gods and goddesses. A huge metal bell hangs in the front of the temple.besides it there is a huge Stone carved "Deepmala” or lamppost.
The Bhima River, as known as Chandraprabha at Pandharpur originates at Bhimashankar.

Gupt Bhimashankar : at about 25-30 minutes distance from the temple there is a water stream going through the jungle.
In the water steam itself there are well carved group of shiv Pindies. As the pindies remain submerged in water this place is called as Gupta Bhimashnakar.

Nagphani : Near the Hanuman temple this is the highest point on Bhimashnakar. One can enjoy a breath taking view of konkan region. Padargad, Peth , Siddhagad are well observed from here.
At suitable climatic conditions one can have an "Above the cloud" experience there. As the clouds fill the valley below and we stand on the Naghphani point which is above the level of clouds.

The itinerary for the trek is as given below.
Meeting Point : Karjat Station 8.00am sharp on 14th of August 2011
08.00am : Break Fast
09.00am : Proceed to Base Village
10.00am : Introduction, Doe's and Donts
10.45am : Start the trek
01.30pm : Lunch Break at Khetoba temple
04.00pm : Reach Yalawali
05.00pm : Site seeing
05.30pm : Evening refreshment
07.30pm : Dinner and retire for the day

Day 2 : 15th August 2011
05.00am : Early rise good morning
06.30am : After breakfast start towards Gupta Bhimashnakar
07.30am : Gupta Bhimashnakar
08.30am : Bhimashnakar
10:00am : Naghphani
11.00am : Start Descending
Lunch Break On the way
03.00pm : Base Village
04.00pm : Karjat, Evening Refreshments
05.00pm : Departure to Mumbai or Pune

Contribution
Rs 750/- per person
Which Includes
Transportation from Karjat to Karjat
2 Break Fasts + 2 Meals + 2 Evening refreshments and
Accommodation on 14th night

For registration kindly transfer rs 750 per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No : 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911
Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com


Check list :
Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity Proof
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Proper Bedding (Sleeping Bag, Shawl or two bedsheets) (must)
Change of cloths
Torch (must)
Mug for tea (must)
A empty lunch box to pack next days lunch (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation befor registration : http://www.offbeatsahyadri.com/index.php/rules-and-regulation


Registration or queries: 


Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha : 9619666895
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar : 8983394613


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri


Tuesday 2 August 2011

OffBeat Sahyadri : Waterfall Rappelling at Panvel on 7th of August 2011


Waterfall Rappelling with OffBeat Sahyadri on 7th August 2011

Dear Offbeaters,

On demand we organize one more rappelling session at Panvel Waterfall this Sunday.

We invite you for an adventurous journey of rappelling through a gigantic waterfall on 7th  of August 2011






Trivia
Height: Approx 120 feet
Grade: Medium.

Rappelling is a quick way of descending heights using adventure gear and involves sliding down the ropes. The speed of descend is controlled by the friction. Proper belay support makes this event 100% safe.

Waterfalls always fascinate us. Don’t they? Every monsoon we visit number of waterfalls to get drenched. It feels amazing when the water hits our body with the speeding force.

Imagine how exciting it will be to walk down the waterfall and experiencing the trill, the force, the pressure and the adventure.

It gives the most incredible feeling of success and accomplishment when you touch the ground, overcoming all your fears of height or water.

Itinerary:
Meeting point for those who wish to come by Private Transport:
Meeting point: Dadar East, Swami Narayan Mandir, at 6.00 am 
06:10 am start towards Panvel
Breakfast on board
08:45 am : Reach Venue, introduction, Instruction, Demo
09:30 am : start rappelling turn by turn
01:30 pm : Lunch Break, start activity immediately after lunch
05:30 pm : wind up, evening refreshments
06:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
Reaching Mumbai by 08:30 – 09:30 pm tentatively.

Meeting point for Pune People
Meeting point: Panvel Depot, 08.00 am 
08:30 am start by rick / bus
09:30 am : Reach Venue, Breakfast,
10:30am :  introduction, Instruction, Demo
11:00 am : start rappelling turn by turn
01:30 pm : Lunch Break, start activity immediately after lunch
05:00 pm : wind up, evening refreshments
05:30 pm : Departure to Panvel by rick / bus
06:30 pm : Panvel
Reaching Pune by 09:30 pm tentatively.


Contribution 
For Mumbaikars Rs 600/- per head
Which Includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipment. 

For Punekars : Rs 450/- per head
Which Includes,
Travelling from Panvel to Panvel by public transport Auto / bus,
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipment


For registration kindly transfer respective contribution per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911
Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Check list :
Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags
Mandatory items
Personal
Optional
Identity Proof
Cap
Camera
Water bottle 2litres
Wind-proof jacket
Sunglasses
Lunch for the day
Bandages
Soap
Napkin
Electral / Glucon D
Plastic Bags
Change of clothes
Ready to eat snacks
Scarf
Torch
Personal medicines

Mug For Tea
Good trekking shoes

Haversack
Socks



Gallery :

Registration or queries:
Mumbai Coordinators
Aniruddha Kelkar : 9619666895
Priti Patel : 9869524260
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503
Pune Coordinators
Zeenat Sikilkar  : 8983394613, 9850193039
Sunil Gawade : 9764006282


Rules and regulations:
1.    Do understand that we do not arrange picnics. It follows that if one seeks luxury and absolute comfort then we can hardly help them. ;)

2.    Offbeat Sahyadri believe in being one with nature and that is possible only when we shed all city slicker attitudes. Of course by that we do not suggest that one should be ready for any kind of nonsense.

3.    Utmost care is taken to ensure safety of the group and care is taken that no one is inconvenienced because of factors within our control.

4.    We do expect our offbeater friends to understand group dynamics and leave at home their individuality. They should be prepared to share and care. That makes and all the physical and mental exhaustion forgettable and the trek itself becomes unforgettable! Trust us on this.

Now some basic codes:
Respect nature:

1.    Absofreakinglutely no littering! Carry your own trash. If you are found littering then we will request you to pick it up. Friends, it is really not nice to throw garbage around and it only reflects upon us. Will we do this to our own houses?

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!

2.    Do not disturb the flora and fauna. No making pretty bouquets of grabbed flowers and blooms. No feeding and intimidating birds and other animals. Think how you would feel if someone barges into your house and threatens you. The jungle is THEIR home. So, Capital NO= NO!

3.    Remember, the mountain has a mind of his own. Beware and do not make the mistake of taking him for granted. It sounds weird but it’s true.

With fellow trekkers:

1.    It is fun to interact and get to know people from different walks of life. Feel free to take the opportunity to expand your social circles.

2.    Share water and food. Nothing else is a better ice breaker than being offered water or a bite of your sandwich!

3.    Care for your fellow trekkers. It is not nice to be self centered and unamicable.

For your own safety:

1.    The organizers and you yourself are equally responsible for your safety. We cannot take the blame for injuries or inconveniences arising out of actions outside the organizers instructions and acts of nature.

2.    Simply put, stay with the group. Do not rush far too ahead or lag too behind. We understand that everyone has a different stamina and we try to keep the group bound together.

3.    Do not wander off from the main trail. Whenever there is no established trail, strictly stay with the group. Be within the sight of the person ahead of you and the one behind you. It helps.

4.    One must understand that the group leader is responsible for the entire group and may have to take some tough decisions at times. If one expects a memorable experience with us then we expect full cooperation and discipline. To sum up, the leader’s decision will be final and binding on all offbeaters.

5.    Finally, the non arguable part. Smoking and other forms of tobacco use and alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited.

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri