Nature Trail to Kaas Plateau & Sajjangad on 28th Sept 2014

We, at Nisarga Bhraman invites you all for a Nature trail to the Kaas Plateau, Satara on Sunday, 28th Sept 2014.

About Kaas Plateau:

The Kaas Plateau; also known as the 'Kaas Pathar', is situated in the Sahyadri range, about 22 kilometers from Satara city. This grasslands turns into a 'Carpet of Flowers' post monsoon season, in the month of August & September. Kaas Plateau has more than 850 different species of flowers and other plants including Orchids, Karvy and carnivorous plants such as Drosera Indica. The entire plateau looks like carpet of flowers laying on the ground for example - yellow carpet of Smithia and Sonki flowers, Pink carpet of Balsam, Purple carpet of Karvi etc.

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