Dear Mates, We at Trek Mates India invites you for Fireflies Special Trek to Rajmachi and Kondane Cave Via Karjat Route on 14th and 15th June (Leaving on 14th June Afternoon)
Little info about the fort
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 3600 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy- medium
Range: Karjat
Trek Leader : Manoj Kalwar
Fireflies : Fireflies or lightning bugs make light within their bodies. This process is called bioluminescence and is shared by many other organisms,
mostly sea-living or marine organisms. Fireflies light up to attract a mate. To do this, the fireflies contain specialized cells in their
abdomen that make light.
(Pics has been sourced from Internet)
Rajmachi is a fort in Karjat region. There are two forts which were built by Shivaji Emperor during 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is a 17 km trekking distance from Lonavla. Rajmachi fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat(ghat between Mumbai and Pune) which was a historical trade route. Rajmachi peak has two fortified structures - the Shrivardhan fort and Manoranjan fort. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from Kondivide village near Karjat and the other easy but long way route from Lonavala. In rainy season this place is filled with giant waterfalls and greenery.
Pics from Prasad Sakru, Similar Trek during Monsoon :
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Day 1 : 14th June 2013 , Saturday
Meeting Point: 01.15pm @ Dadar Central Station on 14th June 2014 (Platform No : 4)
Catch Local Transport for Kondivade from Karjat Station
If calls not attended, then please send a sms with message Fireflies Special Trek, we will call you back once we are free.
Little info about the fort
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 3600 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy- medium
Range: Karjat
Trek Leader : Manoj Kalwar
Fireflies : Fireflies or lightning bugs make light within their bodies. This process is called bioluminescence and is shared by many other organisms,
mostly sea-living or marine organisms. Fireflies light up to attract a mate. To do this, the fireflies contain specialized cells in their
abdomen that make light.
Rajmachi is a fort in Karjat region. There are two forts which were built by Shivaji Emperor during 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is a 17 km trekking distance from Lonavla. Rajmachi fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat(ghat between Mumbai and Pune) which was a historical trade route. Rajmachi peak has two fortified structures - the Shrivardhan fort and Manoranjan fort. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from Kondivide village near Karjat and the other easy but long way route from Lonavala. In rainy season this place is filled with giant waterfalls and greenery.
https://picasaweb.google.com/111275558261731507419/TMITrekToRajmachi
The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Day 1 : 14th June 2013 , Saturday
Meeting Point: 01.15pm @ Dadar Central Station on 14th June 2014 (Platform No : 4)
We will be starting with the CST - Karjat fast Local (time-table given below)
Mumbai CST 01.10 pm
Byculla 01.17 pm
Dadar 01.23 pm
Kurla 01.31 pm
Ghatkopar 01.35 pm
Mulund 01.45 pm
Thane 1.49 pm
Dombivili 02.02 pm
Kalyan 02.11 pm
Karjat 03.04 pm
Mumbai CST 01.10 pm
Byculla 01.17 pm
Dadar 01.23 pm
Kurla 01.31 pm
Ghatkopar 01.35 pm
Mulund 01.45 pm
Thane 1.49 pm
Dombivili 02.02 pm
Kalyan 02.11 pm
Karjat 03.04 pm
You may board the same Karjat train from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second compartment from CST side) (Missing the train means missing the trek, So try to be on time)
Reach Kondane Village by 4pm
Evening Tea / Snack at Kondane
Start Trek for Rajmachi by 5pm
Enjoy fireflies at the Rajmachi Jungle
Reach Udhewadi village by 9pm
We will staying at the Villager House , So please carry Bedding / Sleeping Bag.
Post Dinner , we will go for Night Walk to see more Fireflies
Day 2 : 15th June 2013 , Sunday
Wake up at 6am
Visit Shreevardhan Fort
Back to Villager House for Breakfast
Fun in the Lake
Lunch time
Post Lunch we will start our return Journey
Reach Kondane Village by 6pm
Evening Tea
Reach Karjat by 7pm
Catch Karjat - CST Fast Local and Reach Dadar by 9.30pm
Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (must)
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) Compulsory
A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) Compulsory
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory)
Sleeping bed, warm clothes (compulsory)
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
A good trekking shoes, extra pair of flotters.
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.
Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Pack yr bags to save them from getting wet.
Sleeping bed, warm clothes (compulsory)
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
A good trekking shoes, extra pair of flotters.
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.
Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Pack yr bags to save them from getting wet.
The cost for the trek is Rs 1000/- per head which includes
Travelling from Karjat to Karjat,
Breakfast on Sunday and Evening Snacks on Sat/Sun, Evening Tea and 2 Meal (Saturday Night Dinner / Sunday Lunch)
Bank Details :
Guide and TMI Expertise Charges
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Manoj Kalwar : 9819021806 / 9870775633
Nilesh Patil : 8655588508
Nilesh Patil : 8655588508
One needs to deposit Full payment into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Bank Details :
Bank Name : ICICI Bank
Account ID : 123801501755
Account Type : Savings Bank Account
Account name : MANOJ KALWAR
Branch : MUMBAI-ANDHERI W E HIGHWAY
IFSC code : ICIC0001238
Account ID : 123801501755
Account Type : Savings Bank Account
Account name : MANOJ KALWAR
Branch : MUMBAI-ANDHERI W E HIGHWAY
IFSC code : ICIC0001238
(Once payment is done , please send an email to manoj1920@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number)
Do call / sms to Manoj Kalwar - 9819021806 / 9870775633 once the payment is transferred
Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)
If calls not attended, then please send a sms with message Fireflies Special Trek, we will call you back once we are free.
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Few rules we would like our participants to follow:
We follow a strict policy of "no trace trekking”,
We follow a strict policy of "no trace trekking”,
"Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints".
Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.
No Smoking, tobacco and alcohol: Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek. NO REFUND will be provided.
(Smoking will only be permitted before the trek starts and after the trek is over with prior consultation of the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.)
Respect the Heritage: Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage along with our trek mates.
Be a group: It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.
Pay attention: Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Trek Mates India, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.
Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.
Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.
The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained.
No Smoking, tobacco and alcohol: Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek. NO REFUND will be provided.
(Smoking will only be permitted before the trek starts and after the trek is over with prior consultation of the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.)
Respect the Heritage: Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage along with our trek mates.
Be a group: It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.
Pay attention: Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Trek Mates India, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.
Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.
Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.
The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained.
Regards,
Team-Trek Mates India.
