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   

Lazy Ride/Drive to Korlai-Janjira-Phansad on 12-13 Jan 2013

The cold wave sweeping across the North has made the days in the otherwise humid coast much more pleasant and bearable.

To make the most of the beautiful weather, We at Nisarga Bhraman have decided to venture out on a Lazy Ride/Drive to the beautiful coastline of Maharashtra; Korlai – Janjira.

Note: Those who do not have a Bike/Car need not fret, just get in touch with us and we will try and set you up with someone for the travel.
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Ride/Drive Plan: 
 
Saturday, 12th January 2013

Meet up Outside Mac Donalds , Kalamboli (On the left side before the expressway flyover) at 06.30hrs sharp.

Post a simple packed breakfast, we will head for our first destination of the day; Korlai Fort which is just a little ahead of Alibaugh.
The fort which was built by the Portuguese on an island also shares space with a Lighthouse & a beautiful untouched beach.

After exploring Korlai fort, we would ride down the beautiful coastal road to Murud & take the sail boats to go over to the Island Fortress of Janjira.
The fort of Janjira is famous because it is the only fort that remained undefeated in spite of the Dutch, Maratha, & British attempts to conquer it.

To unwind all the exploration & enjoyment of the day, we will head to the Quiet & Peaceful Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary for a Night Halt.

Note: Stay in Phansad will be in the Forest & in a simple Dormitory type Bamboo Hut.
There are no beds, a sleeping mat will be provided & hence one needs to carry their own sleeping bags & blankets/bedsheet.
There is only 1 Bathroom & 1 Toilet outside the Bamboo Hut.

Sunday, 13th January 2013

Early morning is the best time to go inside any forest for spotting birds & different animals. Phansad is well known as a Bird Sanctuary, one may also be lucky to see the Giant Indian Squirrel or Shekru.

Post sightseeing & breakfast, we would leave for Mumbai & should be back by 17.00hrs @ Panvel.


The cost of this trip for registered Nisarga Bhraman members would be Rs.750/-
Guest fee additional for Non Members: Rs.50/- 

The above cost would include:-

1. Simple Packed Breakfast on Day 1, Veg/Non-Veg Lunch, Evening Tea, Veg Dinner on Day 1
2. Breakfast & Tea on Day 2
3. Entry & Parking charges @ Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary
4. Stay in a simple Dormitory type Bamboo House/Log Cabin @ Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary
5. Boat & Guide Charges @ Janjira Fort

The cost does not include:-

1. Lunch on Day 2
2. Bottled water or Cold Drinks or anything other than what is included in cost includes.

Note: 1. The cost of Fuel/Maintenance should be shared between the respective travelers.
2. The route map along with the ride plan would be shared with all at Kalamboli.


Those interested in joining, please get in touch with us at the earliest:

Rohit Nayak – 9167 416 873

Things to be Carried: 
1. A Sleeping Bag/Mat/Blanket/Bedsheet (Unless you plan to sleep on the bare ground)
2. Warm Clothing (Considering the cold wave)
3. Atleast 2 Liters of Water
4. Mosquito Repellent
5. Personal Medication if any

Some Rules we Follow: 
1. All Vehicle Owners need to carry all their respective vehicle documents like RC Book, PUC, & Insurance.
2. Riders & Pillions need to wear a Helmet, Jacket, Jeans, & Preferably full sleeve T-Shirt/Top.
3. Shoes are essential when one is riding.
4. Alcohol consumption is strictly not permitted. Those found to be consuming & even possessing alcohol would be expelled from the trip.
5. Smoking will only be allowed with the Permission on the Tour Lead & the person smoking will have to move away from the group.
6. The Ride/Drive is labelled "Lazy"; There is no reason to Overspeed, Overtake - Just be slow so that you can enjoy the view.

Bike Ride to Shivneri-Lenyadri-Hadsar on 6th Oct 2012

Life is a journey & to add some spice to it, we at Nisarga Bhraman have decided to head out on a ride/drive through Malshej Ghat to the birth place of the Great Maratha Warrior, Fort Shivneri.

Join us as we embark on a ride/drive through the twisty turnies of Malshej ghats with its jaw dropping views of the valley & mountains and explore Lenyadri & Hadsar fort along with Shivneri on 6 & 7^th October 2012.
Plan:

Saturday 6th October 2012 -

Meet outside Korum Mall(Thane) @ 06.30hrs. (Sharp)

Start ride/drive to Junnar via NH-3/NH-222 (Mumbai-Kalyan-Ahmednagar Highway)

Reach Shivneri by Lunch time & explore the fort.

For Information on Shivneri: Shivneri Fort

Lunch would be simple & tasty veg food.

Post lunch we would head to Lenyadri & Explore the rock cut caves.

For Information on Lenyadri: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lenyadri

Stay would be simple dormitory style accommodation in Lenyadri.

Retire early to bed post simple veg Dinner.

Sunday 7th October 2012 -

Wake up early by 05.00hrs & leave Lenyadri by 06.00hrs & head to Hadsar fort.

Cover Hadsar fort & start return journey for Mumbai.

Reach Thane by 20.30hrs (Subjective)

The cost of this trip would be Rs.950/- for members & Guest Fee for others would be Rs.50/- extra

Which includes:

> 2 Breakfast, 2 Veg Lunch, 1 Veg Dinner, 1 Evening Refreshment
> Stay in simple dormitory style accommodation
> All Entry Fees & Parking charges.

If interested, please get in touch with us soon -

Rohit Nayak - 9167 416 873
Parag Vartak - 9820 973 705

Route Map:

For everyone's convenience, the entire route map for the trip has been posted below with all their Designated Halts.

Mumbai - Shivneri - Lenyadri - Hadsar

Note 1: Please ensure that you are at Korum Mall @ 06.30hrs sharp on Saturday. The group will wait for a maximum of 15 mins for anyone running late. (Join us at Kalyan – Gurudev NX Hotel)

Note 2: We will all be riding/driving in formation, so please ensure that you follow the order allocated at Flag off.

Note 3: The group will only halt at the spots designated on the map unless there is a problem/breakdown or if someone gets left behind in the traffic.

Note 4: The accommodation at Lenyadri is simple and clean dormitory type. There is no provision for separate rooms.

Note 5: Riders/Pillions need to wear appropriate riding gear (Jeans/Jacket/Gloves/Shoes). 3/4ths or Shorts would mean bruised/scratched legs in case of a fall.

Note 6: Helmets are compulsory for both rider as well as pillion

Note 7: Please get the Bike/Car checked & tanked up before the trip. Needless to say, carry all valid documents.

Note 8: Alcohol consumption would not be permitted on the trip.

Bike ride to Satara on 22-23rd Sept 2012

The monsoons are on their way out & the days are a mix of Sunny & Cloudy. This kind of weather is just right for the Bloom that covers the plateau of Kaas - Maharashtra's very own 'Valley of Flowers'.

The beauty of the bloom that carpets the entire plateau for around 2-3kms is indescribable. The mix of Blues & Yellows; Purples & Pinks is a sight which is pleasing both to the eye & the lens.

To add more to the adventure & experience, We at Nisarga Bhraman have decided to Ride/Drive to Kaas on 22/23 September 2012.

Plan:

• Saturday 22nd September 2012 -

• Meet at Kalamboli under the Expressway Flyover @ 06.30hrs.

• Start ride/drive to Satara via NH-4 (Mumbai-Pune-Bangalore Highway)

• Reach Satara by Lunch and Check in to Sai Sagar Lodge which offers simple & clean accommodation.

• Lunch would be a mix of Veg/Non-Veg at Manas Hotel.

• Post Lunch we will head down for a ride to Sajjangad(Fort) - Thoseghar(Waterfall) - Chalkewadi(Wind Farm) & return back to the lodge in time for dinner.

• Retire early to bed post Dinner.

Sunday 23rd September 2012 -

• Wake up early by 05.00hrs & proceed to Kaas Plateau.

• Soak in the beauty of the carpet of flowers that covers the plateau & then head back to Satara City.

• Time Permitting, we will also try and visit Ajinkyatara Fort which offers a commanding & magnificent view of Satara City.

• We will start the return journey to Mumbai by 13.00hrs

• Reach Kalamboli by 20.30hrs

The cost of this trip would be Rs.1400/- for members & Guest Fee for others would be Rs.50/- extra
Which includes:

> 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Evening Refreshment
> Stay in Sai Sagar Lodge
> All Entry Fees, Parking Charges, & Kaas Bus charges.


Note 1: Please ensure that you are at Kalamboli under the flyover @ 06.30hrs sharp on Saturday. The group will wait for a maximum of 15 mins for any latecomers.

Note 2: We will all be riding/driving in formation, so please ensure that you follow the order allocated at Flag off.

Note 3: The group will only halt at the spots designated on the map unless there is a problem/breakdown or if someone gets left behind in the traffic.

Note 4: The accommodation at Satara is simple and clean and would be on Twin Sharing basis.

Note 5: Riders/Pillions need to wear appropriate riding gear (Jeans/Jacket/Gloves/Shoes). 3/4ths or Shorts would mean bruised/scratched legs in case of a fall.

Note 6: Helmets are compulsory for both rider as well as pillion

Note 7: Please get the Bike/Car checked & tanked up before the trip. Needless to say, carry all valid documents.


If interested, please get in touch with us soon -

Rohit Nayak - 9167 416 873
Parag Vartak - 9820 973 705