Offbeat Sahyadri : Trek to Kalsubai on 23rd of June 2013

Trek to Kalsubai with OffBeat Sahyadri on 23rd of June 2013

Don’t you think touching the clouds at highest peak of Sahyadris in Maharashtra 

would be an awesome way of kicking off this year’s trekking season

Come join us for a trek to : “Kalsubai”, 

"Because there are no limits.."

Dear OffBeaters,

OffBeat Sahyadri invites you for the a trek to Kalsubai, highest peak of Maharashtra on 23rd June 2013, beginning on 22nd night from Mumbai.

Trivia

Type: Peak

Height: 1646 meters or 5400 Feet above MSL (Approx) 

Grade: Difficult

Village: Indore.

Kalsubai is the highest peak of the Sahyadris in Maharashtra.

Kalsubai is situated in Ahmadnagar district at approximately 25-30 Km. South-East of Igatpuri. At the summit is a small temple of Kalsubai, which can seat just three people. At this superb height, the view is just marvellous. The vastly spread out backwaters of Bhandardara attract one’s attention from the top. To the north of the mountain range forts such as Ramsej, Harihargad, Brahmagiri, Anjaneri, Ghargad, Bahula, Tringalwadi, Kavnai can be seen. To the east one can spot Aundha, Patta, Bitangad, to the west Alang, Madan, Kulang, Ratangad (south west) and to the south Pabargad, Ghanchakkar, Harishchandragad can be seen.

It usually takes 3 hours to reach the top from Bari. Soon after leaving Bari, a small stream is crossed followed soon after by a Hanuman temple. The route from behind this temple takes the hiker straight to the summit. There are three iron ladders along this route. There is a well near the last iron ladder as one approaches the top. Since Kalsubai is extremely famous, enough efforts have been taken to make this trek easy. There are steel railings, chains and ladders at places where it is difficult to climb. 

Reaching the top is a real satisfaction. Reaching a top of the Everest is but a special one! As far as Maharashtra is concerned, reaching the summit of Kalsubai, the Everest of Maharashtra, should also be a special one!

Peripheral sites:

Backwaters of Bhandardara

Forts seen: Ramsej, Harihargad, Brahmagiri, Anjaneri, Ghargad, Bahula, Tringalwadi, Kavnai Aundha, Vishramgad, Bitangad, to the west Alang, Madangad, Kulang, Ratangad  (south west) and to the south Pabhargad, Ghanchakkar, Harishchandragad

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

Meeting point for Mumbaikars:Dadar Stn (E) Swaminarayan temple 11:00pm on 22nd June 2013

11:15 pm : Departure from Dadar
05:00 am : Reach the Base
05:30 am : Introduction, does and don’ts, breakfast
06:30 am : Start Ascent
11.00 am : Reach the top, Snacks, enjoy the view
12:30 pm : Start Descent, if time permits visit the waterfall enroute
03:30 pm : Base, Lunch
05:15 pm : Departure for Mumbai

09:30 pm : Reach Mumbai

Contribution
Rs 800/- per head.
 which includes
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar  by private vehicle
Breakfast, Lunch and evening tea.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 800 per head in the following A/c

Bank : Union Bank of India
Account No :  369102010801696
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
A/c Type : Saving a/c
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code : UBINO536911

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 articles
TORCH
Identity proof
Water atleast 3 liters (Must)
Ready to eat dry food stuff
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes

Recommended
Windcheaters,
Personal medicines,
Cap
Scarf

Instructions :
Ø  Wear comfortable cotton clothing, it might be too cold atop.
Ø  Wear good grip providing comfortable shoes. ( in good condition should not tear during the trek ) Action trekking.
Ø  Keep the baggage light, Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas. Carry proper bag pack, with all the zips working and no damaged strands.

Gallery : https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=4226294138559&set=a.4226293538544.174528.1321443894&type=1&theater

Registration or queries:

Priti  : 9987990300
Rajas : 9664782503
Zeenat : 9850193039

Email ID : offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri