Trek to Harishchandragad via Nali-chi-Vaat with Trek Mates on 12th-13th Dec

Hey Mates, we at Trek Mates are heading for a trek to Harishchandragad fort via the Nali chi vaat on 12th and 13th of Dec ’09.

Some details about the fort

Harishchandragad:
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 4500 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium (5.5 hrs trek)
District: Thane, Nagar, and Pune
Region: Malshej
Base Village: Khireshwar

Harishchandragad: The fort is quite ancient, considered to be from the Medieval period. The Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate on Taramati/Rohidas in 14th century. The caves are also from the same period.Harishchandragad was captured by the Marathas in 1747 from the Moguls.

Taramati: This is the topmost point on the fort. It is the second highest peak in Maharashtra after kalsubai. Leopards are seen in the forests beyond this peak. From here we can have a glimpse of the whole range of Naneghat and the forts near Murbad (This will be visited only if time permits.)

Konkan Kada: The most interesting point on this fort is this cliff, which has always fascinated many people from many years. The cliff faces west and looks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region and sunset. This cliff is not just vertical; it is an overhang, almost like a cobra's hood.

Kedareshwar: The cave of Kedareshwar has a big Shivlinga, which is totally surrounded by water.


The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

> Meeting Point: Kalyan station at 9.00 pm sharp (the late comers won’t be entertained, as we will be Starting by the 9.30 pm bus)
> Bus journey till Sawarne village, app 80 kms from Kalyan.
> From here we will walk till the base village, Bailpada and reach there by around 3.00 am in the morning,
> Rest till morning andl start our trek by 7 am.
> Lunch in the way, reach the top by 5pm app.
> Here we explore Kokan kada, and head towards the caves for our dinner, Campfire and night stay.
> Next day morning we can explore Taramati peak, harishchandra fort and then start descend via the Tolar Khind Route by 10 am.
> Lunch at the Base, and start our return journey.
> Reach Mumbai approx by 10 Pm.


The charges of the trek are RS 550/per head, which includes
Travel expenditure from Kalyan to Kalyan (By ST bus).
Food facilities and Expertise

Things To Be carried:
Lunch for Saturday,
A bottle of water (Atleast 2-3 Ltrs),
Candles and TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Bedding,
A spoon, mug and a plate (a must)
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes.
2-3 bunch of papers
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually.
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.

Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

Interested people may contact us on the nos. given below:
Nilesh Patil : 9967436211
Priti Patel : 9869524260
Vikramsingh : 9987757665
Prasad Tandale: 9004571237.

Regards
Trek Mates.

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