Trek to Lohagad on 7th of July 2013

Trek to Lohagad on 7^th of July 2013

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for a trek to Lohagad on 7th of July 2013.

Trivia

     Location: Malvali.

     Region : Lonavla.

     Base Village : Malvali

     Grade: Easy

    

It is situated 52km from Pune in western India. Lohagad is at an elevation of 3,450 feet (1,052 m). 

It divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavna and is situated on a side range of the Sahyadris. 

On the west side, there is a long and narrow wall-like fortified spur called Vinchukata ( Marathi for Scorpion's tail. Lohagad has a long history with several dynasties occupying it at different periods of time.

There are 4 doors :- Ganesh Darwaja , Narayan Darwaja , Hanumna Darwaja and Maha Darwaja. to the fort from the village Lohgawadi . Few Ftructures , some cannons , water tanks .
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Peripheral sites:

Forts seen: Tikona, Tung, Visapur, Morgiri, Rajmachi ( Shrivardhan , Monoranjan ).

   Dukes Nose , Pawana Dam is also visible from the Lohagad.

The itinerary for the Event is as given below :

Meeting point : Lonavla  Station 08.00 am on 7^th of July 2013 

People from mumbai are requested to reserve tickets in any of the train reaching Lonavla 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

Malavli Station:   07:30 am

08.45 am : Move to Lohagad Base

                    Breakfas, Introduction

10.30 am : Start Trek

12.00 pm : Reach atop, Fort Exploration

01.30 pm : Start Descending

02.30 pm : Reach Base, Lunch

04.00 pm : Start Return Journey
Visit Baje Caves if Time permits.

05.00 pm : Reach Malavli Station

08.30-09.30pm : Reach Mumbai / Pune Tentatively

Contribution

Rs 400/- per person

Which Includes

Transportation from Malavli to Malavli 

1 Break Fast + 1 Evening Tea

Group Size : 25 Max 

Avoid being part of the herd of 50's + + +

Smaller the group better the interactions and coordination.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 400/- 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

A/c Type : Savings A/c

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 3 liters (must)

Ready to eat snacks

Personal medicines

Windcheater

Change of clothes if needed

Good shoes

Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration

Registration or queries:

Zeenat : 9860636757

Rajas : 9664782503

Email Id : offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri

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

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

Trek to Duke’s Nose on 30^th 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 30^th 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