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.
Itinerary - 

Sunday, 10th November 2013 - 

• Meet at Borivali Natioonal Park Gate at 5:15 am
• Travel towards Malshej Ghat at 5:30 am
• Pick ups on the way at Goregaon, Powai and Thane Teen Hath Naka
• Breakfast on the way
• Reach base village at 9:30 am approx.
• Round of introduction, rules and regulations
• Trek to the Sindola Fort (~ 1.5 Hrs)
• Explore the fort, Lunch
• Start descend by 2:00 pm
• Travel back towards Mumbai by 5:00 pm
• Return back to Mumbai by 9:30 pm (Subjective)

Cost of the event would be Rs. 550/- and Rs 50/- discount for members. 
The above mentioned cost includes - 
> Transport from Mumbai to Mumbai by private non a/c bus
> Breakfast and evening refreshments
> Guide and expertise charges

To register for the event, contact -

Parag Vartak: 9167966042
Sameer Patel: 9619848367

Hand over the cash in Person in co-ordination with our team or transfer on the account:

Name: Sameer M. Patel
A/C No: 1451108345
A/C Type: Savings
Bank & Branch: Central Bank of India, TIFR - Colaba Branch
RTGS / IFSC Code: CBIN0283996

Note: Registrations will be confirmed only after receiving advance amount.

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 as there is no water on top
3. Lunch for the day unless you decide to go hungry
4. Something to munch on while journey
5. Camera (Optional)
6. Wear good quality sports shoes
7. Personal medicines required if any
8. Identity Proof

Few rules that we would like people to follow:

1. Smoking and possession and/or consumption of Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the event & would lead to expulsion from the trek.
2. Stay with the group.
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, “Wherever you go, leave only your footprints and take back only memories”