Overnight Trek to Sinner Region: Dubergad - Songad - Parvatgad - Aad Fort

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged an overnight trek to the Sinner region in Nashik district of Maharashtra, India on 4-5 January 2014

We invite you to join us to explore these beautiful and less explored forts.

Photo By - Sameer Patel

About Songad & Parvatgad - Songad and Parvatgad are two adjacent forts in Sinner region and can be reached from A base village of Sonewadi or Sheri. Songad has many carved steps in the rocks. It is small as compared to Parvatgad but is worth visiting. Parvagad is huge but many few remains are there on top. The route is steep and full of scree. Visit to both the forts take 5 Hours at least.

One day trek to Gorakhgad on 22nd December 2013

We are glad to announce a one day trek on 22nd December 2013 to Gorakhgad, which is located close to Murbad is a trek that offers a challenge to both the mind and body.

It offers a regular hike in the woods followed by beautiful rock cut steps that lead to the cave on the fort. Another vertical flight of stairs cut through the rock wall lead up to the top of the fort which houses a small temple of Gorakhnath. One can get a panoramic view from the top, not to mention the thrill of an exposed climb via the stairs.

This trek is an adrenaline rush for all who look for something different to do over a weekend!

Due to unpredictability of public transport at Kalyan - Murbad Road, we will be travelling by a private transport from Mumbai to make a comfortable journey.



Nisarga Bhraman invite you all to join us at a one day trek to Gorakhgad on Sunday, 22nd Dec 2013.

Overnight Trek to Harishchandragad on 7-8 Dec 2013

Cool Breeze in the air, weather is chill, winter season is ON and trekkers start off for the overnight trek in the mighty Sahyadri. So we are heading to the favourite fort of many individuals, also known as trekkers paradise... Harishchndragad.

We at Nisarga Bhraman invite you all to the overnight trek to Harishchandragad on 7th and 8th December 2013.

We will be climbing from an easy route from Pachnai village and descending via ancient route of Rajmarg. 

Wildlife Safari to Tadoba - Andhari Tiger Reserve on 9th Jan 2014

The raised stress levels due to work & commute; the pollution that is no longer just felt but is visible; and many more are the things that every city dweller strives to get away from! Join us at Nisarga Bhraman as we head out to explore the Jungle of Tadoba in Chandrapur, Maharashtra.

Nisarga Bhraman invite you all for a wildlife tour to Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve on 9th January 2014.

Duration: 3D / 2N
Date: 9th January to 11th January 2014

About Tadoba:

Tadoba Tiger reserve borrows its name from the local Tribal lord Taru. Legend has it that lord Taru was killed in a fight with a Tiger. The people from adjoining villages held a procession in honor of the lord until the government banned the procession ever since the forest was declared a Tiger Reserve.

The forest is famous for carnivore animals such as Tiger, Leopard, Bears, Wild Dogs and Hyenas. It also has a rich population of Gaur i.e Wild Oxe. The forest is spread over 625 sq. km. Of the total 625 sq. km, Tadoba National Park constitues 116.55 sq. km. which was created in the year 1955. Rest of the area is called the Reserve.

Daredevil Rappelling of 300 Feet over Dukes Nose, Lonavala

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a daredevil rappelling of 300 Feet over Dukes Nose, Lonavala.

With the Mercury rising by the day, treks have taken a back burner. But there needs to be some activity to while away the weekend, and what better way to get the adrenaline running than a 300 feet Rappell off one of the most famous and well known sights around Lonavala; 'Dukes Nose'.

Dukes Nose. Photo By: Hemant Naik

We invite you all to join Nisarga Bhraman for a adventure filled Rappel at Dukes Nose at Lonavala.
Batch 1: Sunday, 24th November 2013
Batch 2: Sunday, 15th December 2013

One Day Trek to Harihar Fort on 24th Nov 2013

Harihar is a hauntingly beautiful mountain that appears stubborn and intractable with its sphinx-like countenance and its straight-up flight of steps that look mesmerisingly menacing. Climbing the stone ladder is like doing a trapeze act in the sky. Nisarga Bhraman have arranged a one day thrilling trek to fort Harihar in the Trimbakeshwar Region, Nasik.

About the fort: Fort Harihar is a triangular massif with sheer vertical walls & edges. The only way up the fort is by climbing rock cut steps in a 70 degree rock edge. There are a couple of caves, a storage house, water tanks, a pond & a temple atop the fort. The top offers one a birds eye view of the entire region & also gives one the gratification of having gotten over the fear of heights.

Place: Fort Harihar

Base Village : Takeharsh Or Harshewadi and Nirgudpada

Region : Trimbakeshwar, Nasik

Grade: Easy

Height: 3676Feet 

We invite you all to join us in this thrilling trek to Harihar Fort in Trimbakeshwar Range on Sunday, 24th November 2013.

One Day Trek to Sindola Fort near Malshej on 10th November 2013

Nisarga Bhraman is heading to the Sindola Fort in Malshej region. The fort stands at the strategic location to keep watch on an ancient trade route of Malshej Ghat. The fort offers a very good hike for a day trek (sometimes its steep) and gives a commanding view from top.

About the place - 
Shindola Fort was used as a watch tower to keep watch on the ancient route of Malshej Ghat. Water cisterns, Idol of Ganesh and few remains of fortification can be seen on top. Only one of the water cisterns has a potable water. The entire route has no cover of trees and thus no shed. Its ideal to visit in and after monsoon. A magnificent view of Malshej Ghat and surrounding region can be seen from top. Forts like Harishchandragad, Nimgiri, Hadsar, Shivneri, Naneghat, Bhairavgad, Kunjargad can be seen from the top.

Here is a link of photo album - 

https://picasaweb.google.com/112424448078863794767/ShindolaFort

We invite you to join us for this one day trek to Sindola Fort in Malshej region on 10th November 2013.

Trek to Raigad on 19-20 October 2013

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged an overnight trek to the Capital Fort of Swarajya - Raigad on 19th and 20th October 2013

About the place - 

Fort Raigad which served as a capital of Maratha empire, initially known as Rairi and then rebuilt by Chatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaj, a Hindu Maratha warrior in 16th century. It took 4 years (1670-1674) to build up the fort. Height of the fort is 2830 feet from the sea level and the base village is Raigadwadi or Nijampur situated 22 kms away from Mahad. Palace of Shivaji raje, Residence of their ministry, Nagarkhana, Baajarpeth, Jagadishwar Mandir, Vaadeshwar Mandir, Gangasagar lake, Hatti Talav, Kushavarta Lake, 12 take, Bhavani Tok, Takmak Tok, Hirkani cha Buruj, Maargiri cha Buruj, Khubladha Buruj, Daaru kothar, Shibandi chi Gharti, Maha Darwaja, Wagh Darwaja, Shiv Samadhi are certain places to see on the fort. One can see Forts like Lingana, Konkandiva, Torna, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Madhumakarandgad and Pachad cha Kot from the top of Raigad.

Photographs of Fort Raigad -

https://picasaweb.google.com/102958030538791716235/FortRaigad#

We invite you all to join us for this overnight trek to Raigad Fort on 19th and 20th October 2013.

Tour to Mandu and Maheshwar on 28th, 29th Sept 2013

Nisarga Bhraman have arranged trip over the weekend at Mandu - the fortress of joy and a glorious city of Maheshwar situated on the banks of Narmada. Visit to these places just after the rains is amazing treat for the photographers, travelers and architecture lovers.

About the place -

Mandu, the fortress of joy, also known as Mandavgadh, rises 634 meters high in the Vindhya Range and is enclosed in battlements 37 km long. With-in this well-defended plateau is wealth of palaces, pleasure pavilions, mansions, tombs and mosques.

The hill range is endowed with a very attractive natural scenery, which is at its best during the rainy season, when on all sides, it is clothed in green with a number of brooks and torrents, rushing down into the ravine winding about its sides below. The beauty of which is further enhanced by about a dozen lakes and ponds interspersed on its top. 

Each of Mandu’s structures is an architectural gem and the monuments were raised in the period of hardly 125 years, between 1401 A.D to 1526 A.D; some are out standing like massive Massive Jami Massjid and Hoshang Shah’s tomb, which provided inspiration for the master builders of the Magnificent Taj Mahal centuries later.

Maheshwar was a glorious city at the dawn of Indian civilization when it was 'Mahishmati'; capital of king Kartivarjun. This temple town on the banks of the river Narmada finds mention in the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. Revived to its ancient position of importance by the Holkar queen Rani Ahilyabai of Indore. Maheshwar's temples and mighty fort-complex stand in quiet beauty, mirrored in the river below. 

Join us at Nisarga Bhraman and visit this beautiful architecture marvel in Madhya Pradesh, India on 28th and 29th of September 2013, in collaboration with Trek-O-Phy.

Trek to the Highest Point in SGNP - Jambhulmaal on 8th Sept 2013

The Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) is a green oasis encircled by a 
wholly man-made landscapes. The park embraces a wide range of habitats - dry, cactus strewn rocky plateaus, miles of mix deciduous forest, pockets of semi-evergreen vegetation, the two sprawling reservoirs of Tulsi and Vihar, a mix of marshland and scrub and a mangrove creek. 
Surprisingly the region has a wealth of biodiversity and rewarding nature walks can be enjoyed here. More than 800 species of flowering plants, nearly 300 
species of birds are the park's chief attraction. 

Join us at Nisarga Bhraman for the Trek / Hike to the 'Highest Point Trail' in core areas of SGNP on Sunday, 8th Sept 2012.

Photograph by: Sameer Patel

About the Highest Point Trail: 'Jambhulmaal' is considered as the highest point in Mumbai City at the height of 846 Meters above MSL. Covered by a dense forest and lies in the core area of SGNP, Jambhulmaal is carpeted with a lush herbage in monsoon. The trail is 2.5 Kms from the gate of Kanheri Caves. At the mountain top, a panoramic view of the forested Tulsi Valley and Tulsi and Vihar Lakes greets the eye. 

One Day Trek to Kaldurga Fort on 15th August 2013

We at Nisarga Bhraman have decided to head out to Kaldurg fort near Palghar on the Independence Day, 15th August 2013.

Here is some info about the Fort:

Type: Hill Fort
Height: 1600 Feet above MSL (~Approx)
Grade: Easy

Kaldurga, one of the less explored trek in Palghar region, can be reached by a local train on the Western Railway Line of Mumbai. Looking at the strategic location of the fort, it stands on the route from coast of Palghar to the city of Javhar. One can say that it was built to keep watch on this ancient trade route and the surrounding region. Top of the fort has a big rectangular rock which help identifying the place from a long distance. Unfortunately a water cistern carved in the rocks does not holds water so one has to carry sufficient water with them. Forts like Tandulwadi, Asheri, Asawa, Kohoj etc. and a coastal region can be seen from top.

Waterfall Rappelling at Dodhani Waterfall on 10th August 2013

Rappelling down the waterfall is an experience of a lifetime! The sound of the cascading water along with the mist & spray that accompanies it makes the descend a thrilling experience.

We at Nisarga Bhraman have arranged a one day adventure activity of waterfall rappelling at Dodhani Waterfall on Saturday, 10th August 2013.

Height of the waterfall: 90 feet approx
Base village: Dodhani

Photo By: Nilesh Wagh

One Day Trek to Fort Tikona and Bedse Caves on 4th Aug 2013

Nisarga Bhraman have decided to head down to the Lonavala region to cover the fort - Tikona and Buddhist caves of Bedse. It is considered as an ideal outing over the weekend for all age groups. Travel and explore with us on an easy and enjoyable one day trek.

Here is some info About Tikona:

Type: Hill Fort
Height: 3580 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy
District: Pune
Region: Lonavala

Bastions near Entrance of Tikona. Photo By: Sameer

Base Village: Tikonapeth
 
Tikona Fort:  The fort of Tikona is named so because of its peculiar shape, it looks like a Triangle or a 'Trikon' as a triangle is called in Marathi. The forts of Lohagad - Visapur - Tung - Tikona formed a quadrangle and helped keep a Hawk Eye on the entire Lonavala region. The fort of Tikona offers one a magnificent view of the Pawana Dam and the surrounding region and is easy to ascend.

Bedse Caves: Situated in the Maval region of Pune Taluka, Bedse caves are carved in the 1st Century BC. Until around 1861, Bedse caves were regularly maintained - even they were painted. There are couple of caves with Chaitya with beautiful stupa, Vihara, and some water cisterns carved in the rocks.

One Day Trek to Ahupe Ghat

Ahupe Ghat is a pass connecting to Khopivali Village in the konkan and Ahupe village on the Ghats. Trekking through this ghat is not labourious. The trek passes through thick forest and is ideal for one day hike especially in the monsoon, with picturesque views from the top. The edges of the ghat drop vertically to the konkan and there are many narrow gorges, with breathtaking drops. In the monsoon, it hosts waterfalls all around and gushing streams in the gorges. Ahupe village is very picturesque. It looks like a remote hamlet because on one side is the steep narrow drop to konkan and on the other three, there is a mountain range enclosing it, cutting it off from the Deccan plateau. From top one can see Damdamia, Bhimashankar, Durga Killa, Dhakoba, Gorakhgad etc. 

Height: 3855 feet above sea level

Grade: Medium

Join us at Nisarga Bhraman on this monsoon trek to Ahupe Ghat in Murbad region on 21st July 2013

Water Rafting at Kundalika

Rafting or white water rafting is a challenging recreational outdoor activity using an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other bodies of water. This is usually done on white water or different degrees of rough water, in order to thrill and excite the raft passengers. 

We at Nisarga Bhraman are arranging various adventure trips of River Rafting in Kundalika River at Kolad. 

Batch 1: 27th July 2013

Batch 2: 11th August 2013

Trip details : White Water Rafting in River Kundalika 
River Stretch : 10 Km 
International Grading : III + Category

Road Trip to Suru - Zanskar - Ladakh 2013

Its time to Romance the road again!

A Ride & Drive through unimaginably beautiful vistas & majestic Himalayas is a dream of a majority of Individuals today.

The adventure of taking the road less traveled with its mesmerizing bouquet of ridges, bridges and melt-water streams will drive you crazy with wonderment. To add to all this, Get chilled to the bone with close proximity & view of one of the Largest Glaciers in Zanskar; The Darang Drung Glacier.

And to keep apprehensions a long mile away, NO; such a trip is not going to mean taking a jaw dropping long off from work! Just make the most of the Public Holidays in August 2013.

Join us at Nisarga Bhraman from 8^th to 23^rd of August 2013 as we explore the beauty of Suru, Zanskar, & Ladakh.

Riding through the Cold Desert with Blue Skies for company                            Photo Courtesy: Pankit Seth   

Waterfall Rappelling & Flying Fox at Bhivpuri

Double Adrenaline Dhamaka at Nisarga Bhraman this year with Waterfall Rappelling & Flying Fox over a Magnificent Thundering Waterfall!!!

The monsoons bring out the Best of the Sahyadris; a carpet of green covers the mountains and the occasional showers along with the fog and mist add to its beauty. The rains give a fresh breath of life to a lot of waterfalls both big and small, which majestically cascade over these very mountains.

Rappelling down the waterfall is an experience of a lifetime! The sound of the cascading water along with the mist & spray that accompanies it makes the descend a thrilling experience.

The fun does not end there though; you have to walk back up to the top of the waterfall only to Zip down Across it via Flying Fox.

One can also choose to relax in a safe pond with a mini cascading waterfall; which in itself is Therapeutic.

Join us for this One Full Day of Mind Blowing Adventure Rush.

One Day Trek to Manikgad on 23rd June 2013

First shower of monsoon will be arriving and a green carpet will soon get spread all over the mountains in Sahyadries. We at Nisarga Bhraman are glad to announce our first monsoon trek to the fort Manikgad in Karjat - Panvel region which offers a good hike of 3 Hrs approx from the base.

Photo By: Bhavin Africawala

Type: Hill Fort
Grade: Medium
Height: 1867 Feet above MSL
Region: Karjat / Panvel

Manikgad is situated on a hill in North Konkan near Chawk and can be seen while travelling on Mumbai - Pune Highway. The fort has coupld of water cisterns and remains of settlements and fortification. The fort was used as a watch tower and offers a commanding view from top. Forts like Karnala, Irshaal, Prabal, Kalavantin can be seen from top.

Note: There is no water source on the way from base village to Manikgad top. So carry ample amount of water with you.

Plan:

Sunday, 23rd June 2013 - 
Meet at Panvel Railway Station at 7:30am sharp. We will be taking a Slow train to Panvel reaching Kurla at 6:48am, Vashi at 7:07am, reaching Panvel at 7:37am
Travel to base village by public transport
Breakfast, Introduction, Rules and Regulations
Start Trek to Fort Manikgad at 9:00 am
Explore the fort and lunch atop at 1:00 pm
Start descend at 2:00 pm 
Back to the base village at 5:00pm
Travel back to Panvel by 6:00 pm
Reach Mumbai by 8:00 pm

Note: For Pune Participants, transport can be arranged from Karjat provided sufficient number of participants. One has to reach Karjat by 8:00am

The cost of this trek for registered members is Rs. 350/- and Rs. 30/- extra for others.

To register for this event, contact our Team - 

Sameer Patel: 9820972043
Hemant Naik: 9819786136
Parag Vartak: 9167966042

Here is a list of things to be carried for the trek -

1. Haversack to put in everything to be carried for the trek
2. Water 3 Liters at least (Compulsory)
3. Lunch for the day (Compulsory)
4. Windcheater, napkin, towel, extra clothes
5. Camera and something to munch on (Optional)
6. Personal medicines required if any
7. Wear proper footwear. Avoid Chappal, Sandal etc.
8. Identity Proof

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 after consultation with the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke. Smoking will only be permitted while we stop at a clearing and not otherwise. 
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”

Fireflies Special Trek to Rajmachi on 15th June 2013

The cool monsoon winds will start blowing in from the sea’s to quell the summer heat, the looming black clouds will start to make their presence felt. Soon the rains will arrive in their full glory to quench the thirst of the parched earth.

The small window in time just before the rains arrive gives us the opportunity to witness a beautiful spectacle of dazzling fireflies. It’s the mating season for these fireflies & as a result thousands of them light up around trees and shrubs making it a rare and beautiful sight.
We, at Nisarga Bhraman, would be heading for a Trek through the forest of Rajmachi to try and capture this scene in our eyes and camera if possible.

Shrivardhan Fort of Rajmachi                                                                               Photo By: Sameer Patel

Manaranjan Fort          Photo By: Sameer Patel

Here is some info About Rajmachi:

Type: Hill Fort

Height: 2710 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy

Endurance: High (3.5hrs Trek)
District: Pune
Region: Karjat/Lonavla
Base Village: Kondivade/ Tungarli
 
Plan:

Rendezvous: Meet at 06:30AM (Sharp) on Saturday, 15th June 2013 at Dadar station on Platform number 4 at the extreme Karjat end of the platform, for the uninitiated: The Motorman’s end of the platform!.
We will be taking the 07:03AM fast local for Karjat. The train halts at Kurla, Ghatkopar, Thane, Dombivali, & Kalyan, onwards on all stations. Those staying enroute can get in at these stations.

NOTE 1: Please ensure that you Purchase return tickets till Karjat.
NOTE 2: Late comers will have to board Deccan Express leaving Dadar @ 07.20AM from PF.5. The Local tickets are not valid on the express which will halt only at Thane, Kalyan, & Karjat.

The Itinerary for the trek is as as given below:

Saturday 15th June 2013 - 

• Train from Dadar to Karjat (~2.0hrs)
• Rules and Regulations, Breakfast (~0.20hrs)
• Walk to Sri Ram Pul (~0.25hrs)
• Rickshaw to Kondivade (~0.5hrs)
• Trek from Kondivade to Tamarind Tree (~0.25hrs)
• Break (0.15hrs)
• Trek from Tamarind Tree to First Plateau (~0.25hrs)
• Trek from First Plateau to Mezzanine Plateau (~0.25hrs)
• Break (0.15hrs)
• Trek from Mezzanine Plateau to Second Plateau (~0.25hrs)
• Break (0.15hrs)
• Trek from Second Plateau to Overhang Rock (~0.5hrs)
• Trek from Overhang Rock to Third Plateau (~0.5hrs)
• Break (0.15hrs)
• Trek from Third Plateau to Fence (~0.5hrs)
  
  
• Break (0.15hrs)
• Walk to Rajmachi/Udhewadi village (~0.15hrs)

On getting to the village, a sumptuous unlimited veg meal awaits us.Relax & Proceed for sightseeing of Manaranjan Fort in the early evening.
After dusk, we will proceed towards the forest to see the fireflies.


Dinner would have an option of Veg/Non Veg.

Lake at Rajmachi                                         Photo By: Sameer Patel

Sunday 16th June 2013 -

• Morning bells would be sounded at 6.00AM Sharp 
• After morning ablutions, we would head for sightseeing to the forts Srivardhan
• After summiting the fort, we would head back to the village for Breakfast and we get ready to descend back to Kondhane Village
• Visit to Kondhane Caves if time permits
• Veg Lunch at village House
• Rickshaw to Karjat

We would be reaching Karjat by 4.30PM on Sunday & take the local for Mumbai CST.

The cost of this trek for registered Members of Nisarga Bhraman would be Rs. 650/-for Veg food OR Rs. 700/- for Non veg food and Rs 50/- extra for others. 

Fireflies Show                                    Photo By: Hemant Naik

> Travel from Karjat to Kondivade & Back by Private Transport
> 2 Breakfast & Tea
> 2 Unlimited Veg Lunch & 1 unlimited Veg/NonVeg Dinner.
> Homestay in a village house @ Rajmachi

If interested, please contact on the nos. below for registration.

Rohit Nayak: 9167416873
Hemant Naik: 9819786136
Sameer Patel: 9820972043

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 1 set of spare clothes with a towel and napkin
3. Soap and other accompaniments
4. Optional: Camera & something to munch on
5. At least 3 liter of water (COMPULSORY)
6. Windcheater
7. A good torch with a 2 spare set of batteries (COMPULSORY).
8. Sleeping Bag/Mat to sleep on, Blanket or Chaddar to pull over in the night
9. Personal medicines if any
10. Wrap everything in plastic

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 after consultation with the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke. Smoking will only be permitted while we stop at a clearing and not otherwise. 
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”

Here are some photographs of the earlier trek when we visited this fort couple of years back.

http://picasaweb.google.com/rohitvnayak/NBTrekToRajmachiOn28thOct2006#
http://picasaweb.google.com/hemant.treks/Rajmachi26Jul09#

Wildlife Tour to Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary

Wildlife Tour to Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary

June is when all the Holiday Crowd starts its journey back home; The mad scramble for Hotels & Safaris becomes less! Call us opportunistic, but this would be one of the Best times to head out on a Peaceful & Serene Wild Vacation!

Join us at Nisarga Bhraman as we head out on a full-fledged Wildlife Safari to Nagzira at the cost of a Budget trip.
 

About Nagzira:

The Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary is a miraculously preserved "Green Oasis" in the eastern most part of the Maharashtra State and has a great importance from bio-diversity conservation point of view. This sanctuary is locked in the arms of nature and adorned with picturesque landscapes, luxuriant vegetation and serves as living outdoor museum to explore and appreciate nature. This wildlife sanctuary is indeed nature's priceless asset and beckons one and all to enjoy its picturesque landscape, its scenic beauty, its pure and fresh air. 

A heaven for nature lovers, Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary is a home to large number of animals and bird species including the Tiger. It lies in Gondia District of Vidarbh region of Maharashtra having an area of 152 Square Kilometer.The land vegetation of this sanctuary has diverse type of vegetation ranging from dry mixed forest to moist forest and is is  Southern Tropical Dry Deciduous forest. The habitats of sanctuary include 34 species of mammals, 170 species of birds, 36 species of reptiles, 4 species of amphibians and number of fishes, 49 species of butterflies and number of insects and ant species.


Tour Date: 31st May 2013 to 2nd June 2013

Duration: 3 Days 2 Nights 

Trip Itenerary - 

Thursday, 30th May 2013
Departure from Mumbai CST by Mumbai - Nagpur Duranto Express at 8:30 pm

Day 1, Friday, 31st May 2013 -
Arrival at Nagpur at 8:00 am
Transfer to Nagzira
Freshen up and Lunch
Afternoon jungle safari in open gypsy
Talk by Naturalist and Film on Wildlife
After dinner, retire for the day

Day 2, Saturday, 1st June 2013 -
Wake up call at 5:00 am
Morning jungle safari in open gypsy
Lunch and Rest
Evening jungle safari in open gypsy
After dinner, retire for the day

Day 3, Sunday 2nd June 2013 -
Wake up call at 5:00 am
Morning jungle safari in open gypsy
Post lunch transfer to Nagpur
Return journey to Mumbai by Vidarbh Express / Duranto Express / Samarsata Express

Monday, 3rd June 2013
Arrival at Mumbai at 7:00 am 


Tour Cost: Rs. 5700/- + Rail Fare

Cost includes - 

> Transfer from Nagpur to Nagzira & back in A/C SUV's
> 2N/3D Stay in Air Cooled Tents on twin sharing basis
> Simple Veg / Non Veg Food during the trip (2 Breakfast, 3 Lunch, 2 Dinner)
> 4 Open Gypsy Safari
> Guide, Forest Entry Charges

Cost Excludes - 

> Train Tickets and Food in the train
> Soft drink and mineral water and personal expenses
> Camera Charges
> Anything other than mentioned in cost includes

Cancellation Policy -

In case a participant cancel his booking for the trip, cancellation charges will be applicable as below.

Before 30 Days: 10% of the tour cost 
Between 15 to 30 Days: 20% of the tour cost
Between 2 to 14 Days: 50% of the tour cost
Day of Departure or on event: 100% of the tour cost

Special Notes:

1. Carry your Identity Card
2. Consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited

3. Please wear Dull/Earth colored clothing in the forest.
4. Avoid use of strong Perfumes/Deodorants.
5. Cap/Hat would come in handy during the morning and afternoon Safaris.
6. Please carry your medications (if any) as the same would not be easily available in Nagzira.
7. Limited Seats. So register your seats soon.


To register for this event, contact - Sameer (+91 9820972043)

Hand over the cash in Person in co-ordination or transfer the amount to the account - 

Name of A/c Holder: Sameer M. Patel
Bank & Branch: Central Bank of India, TIFR, Churchgate Branch
A/c Number: 1451108345
RTGS/IFSC code: CBIN0283996

Himalayan Trek to Pindari and Kafni Glacier

The Nisarga Bhraman brings you an exciting summer adventure with action packed trekking in Himalayas. Summer is the season to visit Himalayas at its best. Not only do we escape the sweltering heat and grime of the city but also we find solace in nature and adventure.

We will be visiting Pindari and Kafni glaciers; trudging up precipitous passes, sliding over the sizzling snow fields, and gorging on the soul-stirring scenery while conversing with the Himalayan fairies at altitudes of 3,000 to 3,800 metres.

This event is being organized in Collaboration with Sussat… Rebel on Wheels.

PINDARI & KAFNI GLACIER TREK

This world famous glacier is a trekkers paradise, as it is easier to visit than most other glaciers. This glacier is situated between snow capped NANDA DEVI and NANDAKOT mountains. The river Pindari originates from this glacier. The glacier is at an altitude of 12532 ft. (3820 mtrs). The entire trekking route is filled to the brim with natural beauty. The beautiful view of Kumaon Himalaya can be seen from the Zero point of Pindari
Glacier.

Itenerary - 

Day 01	25-May-13 Saturday	Train from Bandra T to H.Nijamuddin	By Train
Day 02	26-May-13 Sunday	Arrival at Delhi in the morning. Proceed to Kathgodam in the afternoon.	By Train	Arrival at Kathgodam.	Over night stay at Kathgodam.
Day 03	27-May-13 Monday	Kathgodam to Song Song to Loharkhet. (A small hamlet on the banks of river Saryu)	Drive Trek	195 kms 04 kms	Over night stay at Loharkhet.
Day 04	28-May-13 Tuesday	Loharkhet to Dhakuri. (Moderate and mainly uphill walk)	Trek	11 Kms	Over night stay at Dhakuri.
Day 05	29-May-13 Wednesday	Dhakuri- Accliamatisation (A beautiful campsite and place to acclimatize for the altitude)	Trek		Over night stay at Dhakuri.
Day 06	30-May-13 Thursday	Dhakuri to Khati. Khati is the biggest village enroute Pindari. Khati village lies at the confluence of Pindari and Sundardhunga Rivers. Entire route passes through lovely landscapes, rhododendron lined path and majestic peaks to accompany you.	Trek	08 Kms	Over night stay at Khati.
Day 07	31-May-13 Friday	Khati to Khatiya The mountain greenery is at its best here. Also look for Himalayan birds and wild-life	Trek	16 Kms	Over night stay at Khatiya.
Day 08	1-Jun-13 Saturday	Khatiya to Kafni Glacier & back to Dwali. The Kafni glacier lies left of the Pindar valley and the Nandakot. The main Himalayan summits visible from Kafni are Nandakot (6806 M) and Nanda Bhanar (6104 M)	Trek	19 Kms	Over night at Dwali.
Day 09	2-Jun-13 Sunday	Dwali to Phurkiya	Trek	05 Kms	Over night at Phurkiya.
Day 10	3-Jun-13 Monday	Phurkiya to Pindari Glacier & back Trek The Pindari Glacier measures 3 kms in length and 0.25 kms in breadth. It owes its existence to the vast quantities of snow precipitated from Nanda Devi and other lofty summits of the greater Himalayan range. It takes its name from the Pindar River, which originates in the trails pass above the glacier.	Trek	19 Kms	Over night at Dwali.
Day 11	4-Jun-13 Tuesday	Dwali to Khati to Dhakuri	Trek	18 Kms	Over night stay at Dhakuri.
Day 12	5-Jun-13 Wednesday	Dhakuri to Song Song to Nainital.	Trek Drive	14 Kms 175 Kms	Over night stay at Nanital or Nearby.
Day 13	6-Jun-13 Thursday	Go for Nainital Sightseeing or relax Nainital to Delhi in the evening	By Bus	300 Kms	Night Journey to Delhi
Day 14	7-Jun-13 Friday	Refreshment & Lunch at Delhi. Train to Mumbai in Afternoon	By Train		Night Journey to Mumbai
Day 15	8-Jun-13 Saturday	Reach Mumbai

Only physically fit person between age 10 to 65 years can join this trip. Submitting Medical Fitness Certificate and Risk Certificate is mandatory before departure. ***Seats limited***

Trek Cost: Rs. 15,500/- Per Person (Kathgodam to Delhi) + Rs. 2500/-* (Train Fare – Mumbai – Kathgodam & Delhi – Mumbai Garib Rath 3AC)

*If train cost increases at the time of journey, difference shall be borne by Participants at actual.

Booking Cost: Rs. 7000/- at the time of Booking – Balance within 1 month

The Trek Charges Include –

• Accommodation in triple or Quadruple sharing in hotels and multiple sharing at Camps in Tents
• Transport (Pick up from Kathgodam & drop at Delhi) by Non A/C Bus
• All Meals (Veg.) as per itinerary
• Qualified & Experienced Guide
• Entry fees, Required Permit

The Trek charges exclude –

• Rail / Air Fare, Laundry, Excess baggage charges, packaged drinking water, Cold drinks etc.
• Any kind of personal expenses, Room Service, Porter charges at Airports / Rail station, Telephone and other personal expenses
• Any thing which is not mentioned above

Rules and Regulations: We make every effort to provide you the best services all the times the times but kindly note that this is a Trek nor tour or picnic. We are requesting you to go through these rules & regulations very well prior to booking. It will avoid misunderstandings between you & us.

Limitations: We are a group of Adventure loving people. We do not control or operate any airline or any other mode of transport like shipping, railway, motor, buses, coach etc. We also don't own or control any Hotel. We only select but do not control in the running of them. Thus we are not responsible for any change in flight / train schedule, missed sightseeing / overnight stay, any overstay, any injury, loss, personal harm,
death or damage of the person or property which may be caused by the act or default of the management or employees of any independent contractor / operator arising outside our normal selection and inspection process. It is imperative that all the participants who are joining our group to abide by and strictly comply and observe all the terms and conditions lay down herein.

Smoking and consumption of Liquor is strictly prohibited

Unavoidable Circumstances: If an Event program has to be changed / extended / cancelled due to reason beyond our control like riots, political unrest, strikes, accidents, or any natural / man-made calamities, the participants will have to accept changes made in the itinerary , hotels, transport and bear the additional expenditure incurred to facilitate the same and the participants will not be entitled to any refund either full or
part.

Procedure of Payment: At present there are three payment options available.

1.Cash Payment (Only at Mumbai)
2.Cheque. (At par- Payable at Mumbai) or Demand draft of any Nationalised bank. Outstation cheques will not be accepted.
3.Online payment directly in our account. Bank details & account number will be informed on request.
You will get E-receipt directly through Mail in all three options.

Representatives: Nisarga Bhraman appointed Representatives to facilitate information, dissemination, and Event booking. All payments made to our representatives will have to be account payee cheques or DD only. E- Receipt will be generated send through E-mail to the respective Participant. Seat will be confirmed after generation of E-Receipt only.

Photographs: Nisarga Bhraman reserve the rights to publish the participants' “ Photographs or Group Photos” taken during the trek / Event without intimation or permission from the said Participant/s. Photographs shown in this post may differ from the actual site seeing places.

Cancellation: In the event of Participant cancelling his bookings for the trek the cancellation charges will be as follows:
Before 30 days:                                  Rs.2000
Between 15-29 days:                          50%
Between 02-14 days:                          80%
Day of Departure or on Event:             100%

Refund: Refunds, if any, for amendments and/ or cancellations will be paid directly to the participants, by the group strictly by 'A/C payee' cheque.

Jurisdiction: Subject to Mumbai Jurisdiction Only.

To register for this event, Contact -

Hemant Naik: 9819786136
Rohit Nayak: 9167416873
Sameer Patel: 9820972043