One Day Hike to the Highest Point in SGNP on 2nd Nov 2014

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, 2nd November 2014.

About the Highest Point Trail: 'Jambhulmaal' is considered as the highest point in Mumbai City at the height of 846 feet 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. 

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 Kalsubai on 24th June 2012

Here are details about the trek:

About Kalsubai-

Height: ~ 5400 feet
Grade:  Medium
Time: ~ Maximum 3 hrs from Base Village
Location: Bari, Igatpuri

Kalsubai is the highest peak in Maharashtra Starte. A small temple of Kalsubai is located on this topmost point. Being the highest peak, it commands a beautiful view from top. Main attraction is backwaters of Bhandardara. Being located in the highest mountain range, this place is surrounded my number of forts. To the north, forts such as Ramsej, Harihargad, Brahmagiri, Anjaneri, Ghargad, Bahula, Tringalwadi, Kavnai can be seen. Aundha, Vishramgad, Bitangad stands on the east while Alang, Madangad, Kulang, Ratangad stands at the west. Pabhargad, Ghanchakkar, Harishchandragad can be seen to the south.
Since Kalsubai is extremely famous, and being a pilgrim, many people visit the place, for their safety steel railings, chains and ladders are placed at places where it is difficult to climb.

Plan:

Saturday, 23rd June 2012:
Meet at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Entrance, Borivali at 21:30 Hrs
Start the journey and pick ups in between.
People residing on Central Line / Harbour Line can join us at Sion or Thane.

Sunday, 24th June 2012:
Reach base village - Bari by 5:00 Hrs
Freshen Up, Breakfast in the Village
Start the Trek by 7:00 Hrs
Reach the summit by 10:30 Hrs and explore
Descend back and reach base village by 14:00 Hrs
Lunch at Village Bari
Travel back to Mumbai by Private vehicle
Reach Borivali by 22:00 Hrs (tentative)

The cost of the event would be Rs. 650/- for members and Rs. 700/- for others.

The above mentioned cost includes -

Transportation from Borivali to Borivali by Private vehicle

Breakfast, Tea, Veg Lunch, Evening refreshments

guide and expertise charges.

If interested, please get in touch with us at the numbers given below:

Rohit Nayak: 9167416873
Sameer Patel: 9820972043

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

Important Note: Limited seats - available on First come First served basis

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.

2. At least 1 set of spare clothes with a towel and napkin.

3. At least 2 liters of water.

4. Windcheater, extra plastic bags to keep your wet clothes.

5. Optional: Camera & something to munch on.

6. Personal medicines if any.