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Tuesday, 11 June 2013

OffBeat Sahyadri : Trek to Duke’s Nose on 30th of June 2013

Trek to Duke’s Nose on 30th of June 2013

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for a trek to Duke’s Nose on 30th of June 2013.
(Ascend via Kurvande and Descend to Khandala)



Trivia
     Location: Khandala.
     Region : Lonavla.
     Base Village : Kurwande.
     Grade: Easy
    

       Dukes Nose is a huge pinnacle which can easily seen while crossing lonavla khandala between Pune – Mumbai. It also called as Nagpani ( Cobra’s Hood ) , as The top of this cliff reflects the pointed hood of a SNAKE.  Popular with hikers , this cliff is believed to be a trekker’s paradise, which provide views of the downhill plains.  It is famous for rock climbing, valley crossing and  rappelling adventure activities. 


The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point : Lonavla  Station 08.00 am on 30th of June 2013 

People from mumbai are requested to reserve tickets in any of the train reaching Lonavala by 08.00am. 

Options : Indrayani Express
Timings :
Mumbai CST : 5.40am
Dadar :              5.51am
Thane :              6.14am
Kalyan :             6.35am
Karjat :               7.15am
Lonavala :          8.00am

Or people may opt to board any buy for Lonavala reaching there before 08.00am as per their convenience.

Note : It is advisable to reserve tickets in advance as the general compartment is always crowded on weekends.

For Pune People : Catch Pune Lonavala Train
Pune Station    :   06:27 am
Shivaji Nagar   :   06:33 am
Lonavala           :   07:50 am

Or  by Sinhagad Express.
  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, breakfast , Instruction , Do’s and Don’t
  • 09:30 am : Start moving toward Duke’s Nose.
  • 10:30 am : Reach Duke’s Nose.
  • 11.30 am : Start trek towards Khandala, enjoy trekking through thick forest, crossing various  water streams, Take lunch break enroute
  • 03:30 pm : Reach Khandala, Tea
  • 4.30 pm : Depart for Mumbai / Pune
  • Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution Rs.300/- per head
which includes:
Travelling Charges from Lonavla  to Lonavla.
Breakfast .
Evening Tea.

For registration transfer Rs 300/- per head in the following A/c
Bank : Union Bank Of India
 Account No 369102010801696
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
A/c Type : Saving A/c
IFSC Code : UBIN0536911

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

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

Check List:

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.

Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and thorns while trekking through forest.

Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Cap Camera Umbrella ( Optional)


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:
Yadnesh : 9773086825
Pavan : 8796264199

Email ID : offBeatsahyadri@gmail.com
Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri


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Wednesday, 20 February 2013

Rappelling & Valley Crossing at Duke’s Nose on 9th of March 2013


Rappelling & Valley Crossing at Duke’s Nose on 9th of March 2013
Batch - 3

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for an adventure activity,  Rappelling & Valley Crossing at Duke’s Nose on 9th of March 2013.




 Trivia

     Location: Khandala.
     Region : Lonavla.
     Base Village : Kurwande.
     Grade: Medium
     Rappelling Height : 300 ft
     Cliff Height : 2506 ft

       Dukes Nose is a huge pinnacle which can easily seen while crossing lonavla khandala between Pune – Mumbai. It also called as Nagpani ( Cobra’s Hood ) , as The top of this cliff reflects the pointed hood of a SNAKE.  Popular with hikers , this cliff is believed to be a trekker’s paradise, which provide views of the downhill plains.  It is famous for rock climbing, valley crossing and  rappelling adventure activities. 

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.

Valley crossing is a quick way to cross the valley between two mountains.


The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point : Lonavla  Station 08.00 am on 9th March 2013 

Mumbai people can reach  Lonavala by Indrayanai Express by 8.00 am

Pune People can reach Lonavala by 6.30 train or sinhagad Express.

  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, breakfast , Instruction , Do’s and Don’t
  • 09:30 am : Start moving toward Duke’s Nose.
  • 10:30 am : Reach Duke’s Nose.
  • 10.35 am : Rappelling  will start as per registration , turn by turn. (as per registration order or situational )
  • Lunch in between
  • 05:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
  • Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution
Rs.1500/- per head (Rappelling + Valley Crossing)
Rs.1000/- Per head (Only Rappelling)
Rs.700/- Per head (Only Valley Crossing)

which includes:
Travelling Charges from Lonavla  to Lonavla.
Breakfast .
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipments.

For registration transfer Rs 1500/- 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.

Note :

1. Extra Rapel  - Rs.800/- But only if time permit.
2. Extra Valley Crossing - Rs. 500/-  But only if time permit.

Check List:
Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from forceful air.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Cap Camera Umbrella ( Optional)


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:

Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039
Priti Patel : 9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

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Tuesday, 29 January 2013

Rappelling & Valley Crossing at Duke’s Nose on 24th of February 2013





Rappelling & Valley Crossing at Duke’s Nose on 24th of February 2013

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for an adventure activity,  Rappelling & Valley Crossing at Duke’s Nose on 24th of February 2013.




 Trivia

     Location: Khandala.
     Region : Lonavla.
     Base Village : Kurwande.
     Grade: Medium
     Rappelling Height : 300 ft
     Cliff Height : 2506 ft

       Dukes Nose is a huge pinnacle which can easily seen while crossing lonavla khandala between Pune – Mumbai. It also called as Nagpani ( Cobra’s Hood ) , as The top of this cliff reflects the pointed hood of a SNAKE.  Popular with hikers , this cliff is believed to be a trekker’s paradise, which provide views of the downhill plains.  It is famous for rock climbing, valley crossing and  rappelling adventure activities. 

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.

 Valley crossing is a quick way to cross the valley between two mountains.


The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point : Lonavla  Station 08.00 am on 24th February 2013 

Mumbai people can reach  Lonavala by Indrayanai Express by 8.00 am

Pune People can reach Lonavala by 6.30 train or sinhagad Express.

  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, breakfast , Instruction , Do’s and Don’t
  • 09:30 am : Start moving toward Duke’s Nose.
  • 10:30 am : Reach Duke’s Nose.
  • 10.35 am : Rappelling  will start as per registration , turn by turn. (as per registration order or situational )
  • Lunch in between
  • 05:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
  • Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution
Rs.1500/- per head (Rappelling + Valley Crossing)
Rs.1000/- Per head (Only Rappelling)
Rs.700/- Per head (Only Valley Crossing)

 which includes:
Travelling Charges from Lonavla  to Lonavla.
Breakfast .
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipments.

For registration transfer Rs 1500/- 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.

Note :

1. Extra Rapel  - Rs.800/- But only if time permit.
2. Extra Valley Crossing - Rs. 500/-  But only if time permit.

Check List:
Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from forceful air.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Cap Camera Umbrella ( Optional)


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:

Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039
Priti Patel : 9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

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