One Day Trek to Aja Parvat & Seetecha Palna on 20th Jan 2013

Aja Parvat or Ajoba known as grandfather of all other peaks in the range is an ideal one day trek from Mumbai. The Valmiki Rishi Ashram is situated on the platue of Ajoba hill where godess Seeta was said to be staying after seperation from Lord Rama. Seetecha Palna offers a very picturesque view of the adjoining mountain range. Forts like Kulang, Madan, Alang, Ratangad and peaks like Khutta, Kalsubai can be seen from here.

Join us at Nisarga Bhraman for this one day trek to Aja Parvat and Seetecha Palna on 20th January 2013

Details about the Trek - 

Place: Aja Parvat or Ajoba Hill
Grade: Easy +
Height: 4511 Feet above msl
Region: Shahapur

Itenerary -

Sunday, 20th January 2013 -
Meet Dadar Station - Central Railway (Platform 1) at 5:20 am sharp.
Carry your own return ticket till Asangaon
We will be taking a slow train to Asangaon which arrives
Dadar at 5:32 am, Kurla at 5:43 am, Ghatkopar at 5:49 am
Thane at 6:10 am, Dombivali at 6:32 am, Kalyan at  6:41 am
and reaches Asangaon at 7:20 am

Note: Board in the 2nd coach towards Mumbai CST.

Plan -

> Travel to Dehane by private Jeep
> Post breakfast, start the trek at 10:00 am
> Reach Valmiki Ashram at 11:30 am
> Have rest and explore the area
> Trek to Seetecha Palna at 12:00 pm
> Lunch in the col at 1:00 pm
> Descend back at 2:00 pm
> Reach Dehane at 4:30 pm
> Travel to Asangaon by private Jeep
> Reach Mumbai at 9:00 pm approx.

Cost of the trek would be Rs 300/- for members and Rs. 30/- extra for non members.

The above mentioned cost includes -
> Travel from Asangaon to Dehane and back by public transport
> Breakfast and Evening Tea
> Guide charges

To register for this event, get in touch with our team - 
Hemant Naik: 9819786136
Sameer Patel: 9820972043

Here is a list of the things to be carried - 

1. Haversack to put in everything to be carried for the trek
2. Water at least 2 Ltrs
3. Lunch for the day
4. Camera and something to munch on
5. Personal medicines required of any
6. Identity Card

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.

Adventure Trek to Padargad on 12-13th Jan 2013

Nisarga Bhraman is arranging an adventure trek to the fort Padargad in Bhimashankar region on 12th-13th January 2013

About the Fort -

Height: 2002 Feet above MSL
Grade: Medium
Range: Bhimashankar
Time: Approx 2.5 to 3 Hrs from base village

Standing in the Bhimashankar mountain range, Padargad offers a spectacular view of Bhimashankar cliff and Nagphani. Siddhagad and Kothaligad can also be seen at a distance. The hike to the fort passes through an evergreen forest which is a home for various species of birds and India Giant Squirral which is a state animal of Maharashtra. One has to climb a couple of rock patches and pass through a 'Chimni' while on the way to the fort followed by rock cut steps. Overall it offers a very adventurous hike. On top one can see couple of water cisterns and caves.


Itenerary -

Saturday, 12th Jan 2013

Meet at Neral Railway Station at 9:00 pm sharp

Pune people can also board into Indrayani EXpress at 6:35 pm and meet us at Neral

> Travel to base village by private vehicle
> Dinner (Simple Veg Food) at the village house
> Trek to the Ganesh Ghat
> Night Halt in the jungle

Sunday, 13th Jan 2013

> Wake up call at 6:00 am
> Freshen up and start the hike to Padargad at 6:30 am
> Walk through the jungle, climbing on a couple of rock patches
> Explore the fort
> Descend down to the base village via Ganesh Ghat
> Travel back to Karjat
> Return back to Mumbai by 5pm approx.

Cost of the event would be Rs. 450/- for Members and Rs. 50/- extra for others.

The above mentioned cost includes - 
Transport from Neral to base and back to Karjat
Dinner, Breakfast
Guide, Equipment and expertise charges

To register for the event, get in touch with our team - 

Sameer Patel: 9820972043
Parag Vartak: 9820973705

Here is a link of Photographs clicked by Sameer Patel: https://picasaweb.google.com/112424448078863794767/Padargad

List of things to be carried for the trek -

• Haversack to put in everything to be carried for the trek
• Water - at least 3 Ltrs
• Bedding material
• Extra set of Clothes, Towel / Napkin
• Torch with extra set of batteries
• Something to munch on 
• Personal medicines required if any
• Identity Card

Trek to AMK on 22nd Dec 2012

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a 3 day trek to the awesome Trio in the Sahyadries, Alang - Madan - Kulang on 22nd Dec to 24th Dec 2012.

Here is some info about the Alang – Madan – Kulang:

Type: Hill Forts
Height: 4500+ Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Difficult
Endurance: Hard
Region: Kalsubai Mountain Range

Alang: The majestic Alang Fort lies in the Nashik region & is a part of the Kalsubai range. We would be ascending the fort from Udadavane village, the route involves climbing a 15 feet rock patch to get to the broken entry door of the fort, from here starts the ‘Longest Traverse’ in the Sahyadris to get to the caves. The top of the fort has 11 water cisterns arranged in a Cascade formation & a dilapidated storage room.

Madan: The elusive fort of Madan has got a beautiful set of steps that one needs to carefully negotiate to get to the top. The British knowing the strategic importance of these forts blew up a part of the route to make ascending the fort difficult. It is here that one has to negotiate a traverse with a deadly exposure & also climb a 40 feet rock wall.
The top of the fort has a cave & a couple of water tanks. The view of the horseshoe shaped Alang from Madan is a beautiful sight

Kulang: The fort offering the highest climb from the base village to the top is Kulang. One has to negotiate a flight of stairs to get to the top of the fort. On reaching the top, one is greeted by a Huge cave with water cisterns strewn across the huge plateau.

Itenerary - 

Friday, 21st December 2012

Catch the local train to Kasara, leaving Mumbai CST at 22:50 Hrs and reach Kasara at 01.18 hrs

Day 1 -Saturday 22nd December 2012

Travel towards Udadhavane village i.e. Base village of Alang by private vehicle at 2:00 am
Reach base village at 4:30 am and rest 2 Hours
Breakfast - Tea
Introduction and Rules & regulations
Start the trek to Fort Alang at 7:00 am
Reach top of Alang at 2:00 pm
Lunch, Rest & Explore the fort
Post Dinner retire for the day
Stay in the cave
 
Day 2 - Sunday 23rd December 2012

Early wake up call at 5:00 am
Breakfast-Tea
Start descending Alang Fort
Rappelling at the 30 Feet Rock Patch
Reach to the Rock Patch on Madan Fort
Rock Climbing, Explore & Lunch in the cave of Madan.
Descend Madan, Rappelling down and move towards Kulang Fort
Reach Kulang fort at 7:00 pm
Night Stay in the cave of Kulang
Post Dinner, retire for the day

Day 3 - Monday 24th December 2012

Wake up call at 6:00 am
Breakfast-Tea, explore the fort
Descend Kulang at 10:00 am 
Reach Ambewadi at 2:00 pm and have lunch
Start the return Journey towards Kasara at 3:30 pm
Take a train from Kasara at 6:00 pm
Reach Mumbai at around 9:30 hrs (Tentative)
 
Note 1: Please purchase ‘Single’ ticket for Kasara

Note 2: Late comers will not be entertained

Note 3: Please wear appropriate clothes & footwear.

Note 4: Please ensure that you have atleast 20 ltrs (Approx 5kg) of space in your sack to accommodate food packets & common provisions (Compulsory)

Important Note: The trek involves rock climbing & rappelling; There is no turning back once you start the trek.

Cost of the trek is Rs 1800/- for members and Rs. 50/- extra for others
which includes -
> Transport from Kasara to Base village and back
> 3 Breakfast, 3 Lunch, 2 Dinner
> Guide, Equipments and Expertise charges 

For more information and registration, contact - 
Parag Vartak: 9820973705
Sameer Patel: 9820972043

To register for the event, handover the cash in co ordination with the person or transfer to the account -
Name of A/C Holder: Sameer M. Patel
Bank & Branch: Central Bank of India, TIFR, Churchgate Branch
A/C No: 1451108345
RTGS/IFSC Code: CBIN0283996    

Here is a list of things to be carried for the trek - 
> Haversack to pun in everything to be carries
> Water 3 Ltrs
> Torch with extra set of batterries
> Sleeping Bag
> Extra set of clothes
> Personal medicines required if any
> Snacks, Dryfruits, Chocolates

Some Photographs - 
Clicked by Sameer Patel: https://picasaweb.google.com/106951269103803464227/AMKExpidition
Clicked by Hemant Naik: https://picasaweb.google.com/103506947752081254804/AlangKulang234Nov2007?locked=true&noredirect=1