OffBeat Sahyadri : Trek to(Peth Fort) Kothaligad on 29th of June 2013

Trek to(Peth) Kothaligad on 29th of June 2013

Deat OffBeaters ,
We invite you to one more OffBeat  route for hiking to Kothaligad on 29th of June 2013.

Ascend : Jamrukh
Descend : Ambivali

Majority of trekkers hike this fort from Ambivali village and descend back via the same route, we at offBaet Sahyadri would Rather take a different route to the fort ascending from Jamrukh Village and would descend to Ambivali Village.

This way we will be able to enjoy view of waterfall laden plateaus at both sides of the fort. And even will be avoiding crowd of other trekkers en route.

Trivia
Height : 1500 ft above msl approx
Grade : Medium
Base Village : Jamrukh

Peth or kothaligad is a small hiking destination near Karjat. The fort is also know as Kothaligad, because the way to the highest point of the fort has been carved by digging tunnel like spiral stairs through a single rock (In Marathi Kothala means contents in abdominal cavity, the stairs  are cut through the rock as if digging abdomen of the rock :D)

The view of the surrounding area leaves one spell bound.

Behind the fort is the highest plateau stretching from Kusur to Bhimashankar. number of waterfalls flow from here into the valley. The powerful wind blowing from the valley throws the water back to the top again, and here we can observe a reverse Waterfall at the same plateau.


The itinerary for the trek is as given below.
Catch the following Karjat train with a return ticket till Karjat
04.44 am : CST                            3.25 am : virar
04.52 am : Byculla                       3.36 am : Vasia Road
05.02 am : Dadar                         3.46 am : Bhayander
05.13  am : Kurla                         3.59 am : Borivali
05.40  am : Thane                        4.20 am : Andheri
06.02 am : Dombivali                  4.33 am : Bandra
06.11 am : Kalyan                       4.43 am : Dadar
06.31am  : Badlapur                      
07.05 am : Karjat


Meeting point : 07.10 am at Karjat station on plat form no 1 at CST side exit at the end of the platform.
07.30 am : Start for base village
09.00am : Introduction , Breakfast,  Start the trek
11.30 am : Reach Top
12.00 pm : Lunch Break, explore the fort
01.30 pm : Start Descending
02.30 pm : Some time at plateau for observing the reverse waterfalls
05.00 pm : Reach The Base Village
06.00 pm : Evening refreshment, Proceed to Karjat
09.30 pm : Back To Mumbai - Pune


Contribution
Rs 400/- per person
Which Includes
Transportation from Karjat to Karjat
1 Break Fasts + 1 Evening refreshments

For registration kindly transfer rs 400 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 : Savings a/cIFSC 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. Provies better protection from insects and scratchs.

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
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Registration or queries: 
Priti : 9987990300
Rajas : 9773800208
Zeenat : 9850193039

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

OffBeat Sahyadri : River Rafting & Water Sports at Kolad at Kundalika river.

River Rafting & Water Sports at Kolad at Kundalika river with OffBeat Sahyadri 

Let the adrenaline rush with the increasing rapids at the white water rafting,

 Join us for river rafting and allied water sports event at Kundalika river, Kolad

Dear Offbeaters,

We invite you for an event of River Rafting & Water Sports at Kundalika river Kolad, on 

Batch A : 14th July 2013 

Batch B: 28th July 2013 

Batch C : 15th August 2013 

Batch D : 8th September 2013 

Trivia
Location: Kundalika River, Kolad
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.

Kayaking: Kayak is a narrow human powered boat. Paddling your own kayak and navigating through the rushing water with correct right, left, back and fro strokes is itself a complete achievement.

River Crossing: crossing the river using tied ripes at both the ends of the river and balancing one on ropes is a thrilling experience

Flying Fox is an aerial rope slide using a pulley suspended on a cable mounted on an incline platform.

Bumper Rides: 

Jet Ski:

The itinerary for the event is as follow :

Meeting Point: Dadar East ,Swaminarayan Mandir at 5.00am.

05:00 am : Start towards Kolad by private transportation

Breakfast onboard

09:00 am : reach the village, start rafting

12:00pm : pick up from the end point

12:30 pm : reach the resort, change

01:00 pm : lunch
02:00 pm : Reach Kayaking & River crossing sight, Bumper ride and other water sports (Cost not included in the event contribution)
05:30 pm : departure for Mumbai

Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution

Rs.2300/- per head 
The Cost includes:
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar, 

River Rafting Food (1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 1 eve tea), 

Discounts for Advance Booking (20 Days prior to event)

(Special Discount on Group Booking ( Minimum Group size 10 )

Payment Details:
For registration deposit advance of Rs.2300/-  to the following account.
Bank : Union Bank Of India 

Account No 369102010801696
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel

A/c Type : Savings a/c
IFSC Code : UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

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

Check list :

Rains are expected so pack your bags accordingly.

Double pack valuables in polythene.

·         Identity Proof

·         Water 2 liters 

·         Change of cloths

·         Ready to eat snacks

·         Personal medicines

·         Windcheater

·         Good shoes  or floaters

·         Other accessories 

Registration or queries: 

Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503
Priti Patel : 9987990300

Zeenat Sikilkar : 9860636757

Please go through Rules and regulations.

Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri

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

OffBeat Sahyadri : Trek to Kalsubai via Indore on 23rd of June 2013

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

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 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 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 Mumbaikars:Dadar Stn (E) Swaminarayan temple 11:00pm on Saturday 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
03:30 pm : Base, Lunch
05:15 pm : Departure for Mumbai

09:30 pm : Reach Mumbai

Contribution
Rs 900/- per head.
 which includes
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar  by private vehicle
Breakfast, Lunch and evening tea.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 900 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 Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 16th of June 2013

Trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 16th of June 2013

Dear Offbeaters,
We invite you for trek to Harishchandragad Via Pachnai, on  16th of September 2013, Starting on 15th Night.

Trivia:
Type : Hill Fort
Height : 4500 ft approx
Region : Malshej Ghat
Grade: Easy

If Lucky we may get a chance to sight Indra Vajra

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:
Meeting point : Kasara Station, near ticket window at 11.10pm
Note : Take return ticket till Kasara

Catch Kasar Train
Mumbai CSt : 8.47 pm
Dadar : 9.01 pm
Kurla 9.09 pm
Ghatkopar 9.13 pm
Mulund 9.23 pm
Thane 9.28 pm
Dombivali 9.41 pm
Kalyan 9.52 pm
Kasara 11.07 pm
 
11.30 pm : Start towards Pachnai by Private Transport
02.00 am : Reach Pachnai
02.30 am : Night Trek to Harishchandragad
07.00 am : Reach Top , Konkan kada
08.30 am : Breakfast
10.00 am : visit temple and caves, Fort exploration  
01.00 pm : Lunch
02.00 pm : start descending
05.00 pm : Return journey
10.00 pm : Mumbai

Gallery :

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150954221185578.765294.865950577&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/messages/566402639#!/media/set/?set=a.265257023504642.65042.100000610399006&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.2455510950086.140512.1321443894&type=3

Contribution
Rs 900/- per head which includes,
1 Breakfast & Lunch,
transportation From Kasara to Kasara

Maximum Group size : 25

Please go through the Rules and Regulations before registration.

Registration :
For registration kindly transfer Rs.900 per head in the given 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


Entry on first come first basis
Registrations through phone calls only.

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

Things to be carried:

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

Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

Mandatory articles
TORCH with extra batteries (Must)
Identity proof
Water atleast 3 liters (Must)
Dinner for saturday
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.


Registration or queries:
Rajas : 9664782503
Priti : 9987990300



Email ID : offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri