We at Nisarga Bhraman are pleased to announce the most awaited event of the
year, “Ratangad –The Jewel of Forts.” Ratangad is famous for the carpet of
wild yellow flowers i.e. Sonki that line the entire region during the period post monsoon. The bloom lasts for only few weeks once the monsoons recede and is
one of the most beautiful sights.
Few rules that we would like people to follow:
1. Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek.
2. Smoking will only be permitted when we stop at the clearing and after consultation with the Leader. The person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
3. The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
4. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
5. Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
6. Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “When you go to the mountain leave only your footprints and bring back only memories”
Those interested in having a look at the aerial view of the region can click on this link:
Here are some photographs of the earlier trek for your reference
Here is some info About Ratangad:
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 4255 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy
Endurance: Medium
District: Ahmednagar
Region: Bhandardara
Base Village: Ratanwadi
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 4255 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy
Endurance: Medium
District: Ahmednagar
Region: Bhandardara
Base Village: Ratanwadi
About the fort: Ratangad, also known as the
“Jewel of Forts” is located in the Bhandardara region. The view of Katra cliffs and backwaters of the Wilson dam from atop the fort is breathtaking. The trek up to the fort is enjoyable as the route passes through the fields, one has to cross a Pravara River, couple
of streams along the way. One has to climb a ladder to Ganesh Darwaja as the rock cut steps were destroyed by Britishers. Trimbak Darwaja is a marvelous piece of architecture. Khutta pinnacle, Kalsubai peak, forts like Alang, Madan , Kulang, Pabargad and Ajoba mountain etc can be seen from top. Ratangad is a source of river Pravara.
Plan:
Rendezvous: Travel by private vehicle till the base village. The bus will leave
from Borivali at 10:30 PM on Friday 14th Sept. 2012 and will travel via
Andheri (10:50 PM) – Sion (11:10 PM) – Thane (12:40 am) route. You can get in the
bus at location convenient to you.
Friday, 14th September 2012:
Ø Travel
from Borivali to Ratanwadi (~6 hrs)
Saturday, 15th September 2012:
Ø
Breakfast (~0.5hrs)
Ø
Introductions & Instructions (~0.5hrs)
Ø Visit to ancient Amruteshwar Shiva Temple at Ratanwadi
Ø Trek to Ratangad (~2.5hrs)
Ø Reach the top, prepare & have lunch
Ø A small siesta and then we will go out for sightseeing
Ø Back to the cave and prepare the dinner
Ø After the dinner have a nice sleep
Sunday, 16th September 2012:
Ø Wake up call would be sounded at 6.00AM
Ø Finish your daily chores and have tea and breakfast
Ø A small session of sightseeing & Photography
Ø We will start descending the fort by 9:30 AM
Ø Reach the base village and if time permits, enjoy in the waters below
Ø Reach the top, prepare & have lunch
Ø A small siesta and then we will go out for sightseeing
Ø Back to the cave and prepare the dinner
Ø After the dinner have a nice sleep
Sunday, 16th September 2012:
Ø Wake up call would be sounded at 6.00AM
Ø Finish your daily chores and have tea and breakfast
Ø A small session of sightseeing & Photography
Ø We will start descending the fort by 9:30 AM
Ø Reach the base village and if time permits, enjoy in the waters below
Ø Experience a special village food at Ratanwadi and start return Journey.
Ø We will be back in Mumbai by 9:00PM (tentative)
The cost of this trek would be Rs 1200/- for members and Rs. 1250/- for Non Members. The above mentioned cost includes -
Ø We will be back in Mumbai by 9:00PM (tentative)
The cost of this trek would be Rs 1200/- for members and Rs. 1250/- for Non Members. The above mentioned cost includes -
> Travel
from Borivali to Borivali by Private Vehicle
> 2
Breakfast, 2
Veg Lunch, 1 evening refeshments & 1 Veg Dinner
> All expertise and guide charges
If interested, please get in touch with our team for registration -
Hemant Naik: 9819786136
Hemant Naik: 9819786136
Rohit Nayak: 9167416873
Parag Vartak: 9820973705
Please Note: Seats are limited & will only be
confirmed on payment of the entire amount in advance.
To register, Hand over the cash in Person in co-ordination with our team or transfer the amount to the account - Name of A/c Holder: Rohit Nayak
Bank & Branch: HDFC Bank, Vashi Sector 17 Branch
A/c Number: 0540 1050 318 319
RTGS/NEFT/IFSC code: HDFC0000540
Here is a list of all the things that need to be carried for the trek:
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
2. At least 2 liters of water (Compulsory)
3. At least 1 set of spare clothes with a towel and napkin
4. Spoon, Plate and Mug (Compulsory)
5. A sleeping bag/Foam Mat/Blanket to sleep on (Compulsary)
Bank & Branch: HDFC Bank, Vashi Sector 17 Branch
A/c Number: 0540 1050 318 319
RTGS/NEFT/IFSC code: HDFC0000540
Here is a list of all the things that need to be carried for the trek:
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
2. At least 2 liters of water (Compulsory)
3. At least 1 set of spare clothes with a towel and napkin
4. Spoon, Plate and Mug (Compulsory)
5. A sleeping bag/Foam Mat/Blanket to sleep on (Compulsary)
6. A good torch with a 2 spare set of batteries (Compulsory)
7. Camera & something to munch on (Optional)
8. Soap, mosquito repellent, personal medicines and other accompaniments
9. Wear proper shoes.
10. Plastic bags to wrap up everything and to protect from rains.
7. Camera & something to munch on (Optional)
8. Soap, mosquito repellent, personal medicines and other accompaniments
9. Wear proper shoes.
10. Plastic bags to wrap up everything and to protect from rains.
Few rules that we would like people to follow:
1. Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek.
2. Smoking will only be permitted when we stop at the clearing and after consultation with the Leader. The person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
3. The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
4. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
5. Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
6. Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “When you go to the mountain leave only your footprints and bring back only memories”
Those interested in having a look at the aerial view of the region can click on this link:
Ratangad as seen from Wikimapia:http://wikimapia.org/#lat=19.
Here are some photographs of the earlier trek for your reference
Pics of
Ratangad by Sameer Patel:http://picasaweb.google.com/
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