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

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

How would You like to conquer the Highest peak in Maharashtra, the Kalsubai

a boring hike on artificial steps made right to the top??

or through the Jungle, green plateaus & ascending the hundreds of year old steps carved in rock???

Conquer Kalsubai the Offbeat way....

on 23rd June, 2013

Dear OffBeaters,

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

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 and 4 from Indore. 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. This is the most usual route that most of the trekkers take to climb Kalsubai, but at Offbeat we are going to descend via this route.

We will be ascending Kalsubai via Indore route; a less trudged route. It takes 4 hrs

from Indore to reach the top. It’s a completely raw route with no ladders, no

constructed steps but only a foot trail to make your trekking more exciting.

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 Punekars:
Shivaji Nagar , Near Sancheti Hospital  10:00pm on Saturday 22nd June 2013

10:15 pm : Departure
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
03:30 pm : Base, Lunch
05:15 pm : Departure for Pune

09:30 pm : Reach Pune

Contribution
Rs 1000/- per head.
 which includes
Travelling from Pune to Pune  by private vehicle
Breakfast, Lunch and evening tea.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 1000/-  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

Friendship Day Special Trek to Sudhagad on 5th of August 2012

Dear Offbeaters,

Friendship Day Special

We invite you for a trek to Majestic Sudhagad fort on 5^th of August 2012, starting on 4^th night.

Ascend via Thakurwadi, Descend via Dhomse

Trivia

Type: Hill Fort

Height: 2030 ft above MSL (Approx)

Grade: Easy
Base Village: Thakurwadi / Dhomse

Region : Pali

The only fort which was considered before Raigad for establishing as the capital of Shiv swarajya, Sudhagad is a gigantic fort with a huuuuuuuge plateau atop. It will take a day to explore the entire circumference of the fort. Tactfully fortified this was one was one of the mightiest and inaccessible fort of the time.

There still exists a spacious Wada of the Pant Sachiv of the Sudhagad region. Its in bad condition due to lack of maintenance. Some maintenance work was initiated last year.

A well built temple of Bhoraidevi is the only place for shelter atop. There is deepmal in front of the temple. Few remnants of Tulsi Vrundawan lay in the vicinity.

The main attraction on this fort is the Mahadarwaja at Dhomse side which is an exact replica of the Mahadarwaja at Raigad, and still is in good shape.

Takmak Tok offers beautiful view of the Valley.

Peripheral sites:

• forts: Sarasgad, Korigad, Dhangad, Taila-Baila are clearly visible.

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

Meeting point

11:00 pm : Dadar East, Swaminarayan Temple.

11:15 pm : Move to base by Private Vehicle

03:30 am : Reach the base Village, Rest in the bus till dawn

06:30 am : Does and Don’ts, Introduction, Breakfast

07:15 am : Start the trek

10:15 pm : Reach the Top, site seeing

12:00 pm : lunch in the temple, exploration

01:30 pm : Start descending

04:30 pm : Base,

Evening refreshments

05:30 pm : Departure for Mumbai

Evening refreshments on the way back

Reaching Mumbai by 09.30-10.30pm tentatively. 

Contribution
is Rs 600/- per head

which includes

Travelling Charges from Dadar to Dadar

Breakfast and evening refreshments

For registration kindly transfer Rs 600/- 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) atoffbeatsahyadri@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

Lunch

Change of cloths

Torch

Ready to eat snacks

Personal medicines

Windcheater

Good shoes

Other accessories 

Registration or queries: 

Priti : 9987990300

Rajas : 9664782503

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration

Rules and regulations.

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

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.

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.

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? J.

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 N O= 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