Dear Mates, We at Trek Mates India invites you for Monsoon Trek to Rajmachi and Kondane Cave Waterfall on 18th and 19th July 2015(Leaving on 18th July Morning)
Little info about the fort
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 3600 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy- medium
Range: Lonavala / Karjat
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 :
The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Mumbai People can catch Intercity Express from CST / Dadar / Thane (Please book your train tickets in advance for Comfortable Journey)
Mumbai to Pune Intercity Express
Breakfast at Lonavala
Travel by Public Transport till Fanaswadi
Reach Fanaswadi by 11am
Introduction Round , Start Trek for Rajmachi (8 KM Trek)
Enjoy Multiple Waterfalls / Water Streams.
Lunch on the Way
Reach Udhewadi Village by 3pm.
Rest for some time
Start Trek for Shreevardhan Fort , Enjoy Sunset from the Fort
Little info about the fort
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 3600 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Easy- medium
Range: Lonavala / Karjat
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 :
The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Day -1 , 18th July , Saturday.
Meeting Point for Mumbai / Pune People :
Lonavala Station at 9am (Platform No 1 , Near Ticket Counter)
Meeting Point for Mumbai / Pune People :
Lonavala Station at 9am (Platform No 1 , Near Ticket Counter)
Breakfast at Lonavala
Travel by Public Transport till Fanaswadi
Reach Fanaswadi by 11am
Introduction Round , Start Trek for Rajmachi (8 KM Trek)
Enjoy Multiple Waterfalls / Water Streams.
Lunch on the Way
Reach Udhewadi Village by 3pm.
Rest for some time
Start Trek for Shreevardhan Fort , Enjoy Sunset from the Fort
We will be staying at Villager House , So please carry Bedding / Sleeping Bag.
Post Dinner , we will go for Night Walk.
Day -2 , 19th July , Sunday.
Wake up at 6am
Visit Manaranjan Fort
Back to Villager House for Breakfast
Fun in the Lake
Start Descend toward Karjat Side by 10am
Reach Kondane Cave Waterfall by 12pm
Enjoy Waterfalls till 1.30 pm
Lunch at Kondane Village
Post Lunch we will start our return Journey
Reach Karjat by 6pm
Catch Karjat - CST Fast Local and Reach Dadar by 8-8.30pm
Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (must)
Lunch for Saturday.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Lunch for Saturday.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
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 1300/- per head which includes
Travelling from Lonavala to Fanaswadi and Kondane Village to Karjat
Breakfast , Evening Tea and 2 Meal (Saturday Night Dinner / Sunday Lunch)
Dormitory Accomodation
The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
Trek Mates India's Office: (+91) 8422 888 006 / 007 / 008
Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633
OR
Regards,
Trek Mates India.
Dormitory Accomodation
Guide and TMI Expertise Charges
Payment details:
One needs to pay the full amount as advance at the time of booking.
The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
Account 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 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, Age ,Gender and Food Preference (Veg / NonVeg) ]
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Trek Mates India's Office: (+91) 8422 888 006 / 007 / 008
Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633
Email Id : manoj1920@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com
Please check the details of Registration Process, Payment Terms & Refund policy
Last but not the least, Any adventure activity is a disciplined fun so please check our "Rules and Regulation" page.
Medical Disclaimer: It is most essential to be fit and fine before heading for riding. While planning your trip, it is preferable to have a medical fitness checkup done. If suffering from any kind of allergy or ailment, do carry proper prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, severe headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes etc should seek their physicians advice before coming.
Things to Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),
One Packets of Energy Drink like Glucon D or Electral,
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory),
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (Minimum 2 Ltrs),
One Packets of Energy Drink like Glucon D or Electral,
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory),
Extra Pair of clothes
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks.
It might be raining in the month of July, you are requested to pack your bags accordingly.
Camera (Optional),
Cap etc,
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks.
It might be raining in the month of July, you are requested to pack your bags accordingly.
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