The places that will be visiting are:
1. Mandangad Fort
2. Bankot Fort
3. Velas Beach
4.Harihareshwar
5. Kolad Mandangad Fort
Mandangad Fort
Region: Mandangad
District: Ratnagiri
Height: 1606 feet
Difficulty: Simple
Mandangad is quite old fort. The fort is located in the Ratnagiri District. The height of this fort is about 1606 feet. The distance between Mandangad village and fort is 2 km. According some histrorical information, Mandangad was built in 12th century during the reins of theShilahar dynasty. In the peroid of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj that is in 16th century the fort was captured by Shivaji Maharaj in thebattle with Adil Shah. The 400 years ago big gun is the main feature of this fort. After that the fort was captured by British in the year of 1818.
This old fort was neglected due to unavailability of transport facilities to Mandangad. After the Ratnagiri district new development Mandangad taluka has got importance. Mandangad fort is at one end of the Ratnagiri district. Recently the historic importance of Mandangad fort has been increased. A Ganpati temple and a tank is present inside the fort. This tank is called as Thorla Talav.
Bankot Fort
Region: Mandangad
District: Ratnagiri
Height: Sea fort (Slightly above sea level)
Difficulty: Simple
Bankot is a square shaped fort. On the sides of Bankot fort, there is a dry moat (Revni) dug out in the Jambhya stone. Jambhya stone is peculiar type of stone adorning a purple shade and peculiarly it is incapable of storing water as the water invariable percolates through it owing to its much porous nature. The main entrance (Mahadarwaja) of the fort is north-facing with a well sculpted arch and carvings. Watch guards dug out (Devdya) align on both sides of the Mahadarwaja with some pits being dug out in the right Devdi. On the left, there are steps leading towards Nagarkhana while there is an underground storey and a tunnel on the right. A Maruti idol in the centre stands deserted now. On the west, there is a small entrance (Darwaja) leading to a Bastion on the exterior of the fortifications. A deep well (now dry and filled) occupied the centre of this bastion earlier and the adjacent water tanks too are dry and obsolete now. One can leave the Buruj via a small exit that leads to the surrounding moat and a beautiful “Revni” lying nearby.
Velas Beach
Velas is the birth place of Nana Phadnis, one of the great prominent personalities in Maratha history. Due to the sea-shore Velas is an existing place and it is situated near Bankot Bay. There is an old temple of Shri Bhairi- Rameshwar and in this temple all twelve months water is made available taking the benefit of favorable geographical conditions. A statue of Nana Phadnis is present outside his house. In Velas Mahalakshmi temple and Nana Phadnis house are the places to visit. Gokulashtami Festival is one of the important festival in Velas.Velas is also one of the popular breeding sites of Olive Ridley, which is an endangered species of turtle. Thehatchlings are heading towards the sea from the shore now-a-days. And we have at least 30% chances to see the emergence of these little new born turtles.
Hari Hareshwar
Harihareshwar, India, a serene, calm beautiful small town is a place of tranquility etched along the Konkan border in Maharashtra. This little place is nearly 200 kms. from Mumbai. Harihareshwar is a great weekend getaway to relax for the busy and workaholic Mumbaikars.
Harihareshwar is popularly known as Kashi of Southern India. Harihareshwar is surrounded by four holy hills named as Harihareshwar, Harshinachal, Bramhadri and Pushpadri. The temple is situated near these hills and it consists of idols of Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Maheshwara. It was in the 16th century that these temples were constructed. It also consists of idol of Goddess Parvati. There are other temples in the vicinity too. These temples are of Shri Kalbhairav and Shri Yogeshwari.
What is truly enticing about Harihareshwar is that the place offers one of the most splendid mélange – deep dark woods, unruffled and silent seashore, pristine beaches and lovely temples by the beach side.
Kolad
Kolad, a thriving tiny village in the Mahad region in the state of Maharashtra, is blessed with natural foliage and luxuriant greenery. Situated at the backdrop of the majestic Sahyadris, Kolad’s magnificent valleys and marshlands give it a picturesque appearance.
Kolad is famed for plenty of waterfalls, its rugged topography and Rocky Mountains. The trekking trails in Kolad offer medium challenges to adventurous trekkers and the trekking during the Monsoon has a special charm, making it a unique feature of Kolad. Kolad offers so many excellent adventurous activities that enable one self to replenish one’s acquaintance with nature.
Kolad is famed for plenty of waterfalls, its rugged topography and Rocky Mountains. The trekking trails in Kolad offer medium challenges to adventurous trekkers and the trekking during the Monsoon has a special charm, making it a unique feature of Kolad. Kolad offers so many excellent adventurous activities that enable one self to replenish one’s acquaintance with nature.
Apart from river rafting this river offers other excellent ventures like kayaking, paragliding, and river crossing. Boating through the river is a real experience for any of the visitor and lush magnificient greenery around the riverbanks can be enjoyed by it. This scenic locale with the fascinating and amazing spectacle of nature is a recommended picnic spot for those who prefer to enjoy the lovely warmth of nature.
The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:
Friday, 12th March:
Start from Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar, on Friday night by 11.30 pm.
Start from Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar, on Friday night by 11.30 pm.
Saturday, 26th March:
Reach Mandangad fort early morning.
After Exploring Mandangad Fort ,
Reach Bankot Fort,
Explore Bankot Fort
start for Velas, Lunch on the way.
Visit velas beach in the evening,
Go for turtle watching.
Check in at some villagers home in Velas, have dinner, and sleep over there
Sunday, 27th March:
Visit velas beach in the evening,
Go for turtle watching.
Check in at some villagers home in Velas, have dinner, and sleep over there
Sunday, 27th March:
Visit Velas Beach in morning for Turtle watching.
Leave for Hari hareshwar Beach by Crossing the Veshvi - Bagmandala creek by Ferry
Lunch on the Way to Kolad
Reach Kolad (Participants has to bear the cost of kayking its not included in the tour cost)
Leave from Kolad at 6pm
Reach Mumbai by 10.00pm
Pics from last year TMI Tour to Turtle Festival
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The cost for the tour will be Rs1500/- per head,
This includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by private bus,
Turtle festival charges,
food expenses,
and accommodation charges.
Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Rs 1000/- advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Standard Chartered Bank , Saving A/c no: 24510128931 in the name of Mr Vikramsingh Suryawanshi.
Branch: Chembur, Mumbai. IFSC: SCBL0036066
Route Information
• Panvel-Pen : 25 Km
• Pen-Wadkhal : 7 Km
• Wadkhal-Nagothane : 23 Km
• Nagothane-Kolad : 21 Km
• Kolad-Lonera : 32 Km
• Lonera-Mandangad : 23 Km
• Mandangad-Bankot : 33 KM
• Bankot – Velas : 3 KM
Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes,
2-3 papers, Bedding (can be used if Required)
Camera(Optional),
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
To get Upadates about our trek on mobile, sms 'join TrekMates_123' to 92195 92195
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TMI Mumbai: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Commu
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FaceBook Groups:
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For more details and registrations, please contact:
The cost for the tour will be Rs1500/- per head,
This includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by private bus,
Turtle festival charges,
food expenses,
and accommodation charges.
Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Rs 1000/- advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Standard Chartered Bank , Saving A/c no: 24510128931 in the name of Mr Vikramsingh Suryawanshi.
Branch: Chembur, Mumbai. IFSC: SCBL0036066
Route Information
• Panvel-Pen : 25 Km
• Pen-Wadkhal : 7 Km
• Wadkhal-Nagothane : 23 Km
• Nagothane-Kolad : 21 Km
• Kolad-Lonera : 32 Km
• Lonera-Mandangad : 23 Km
• Mandangad-Bankot : 33 KM
• Bankot – Velas : 3 KM
Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes,
2-3 papers, Bedding (can be used if Required)
Camera(Optional),
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
To get Upadates about our trek on mobile, sms 'join TrekMates_123' to 92195 92195
For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit us@
Blogspot: http://www.trekmates.blogs
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blog
Orkut Communities:
TMI Mumbai: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Commu
TMI Pune:http://www.orkut.co.in/Mai
FaceBook Groups:
TMI Mumbai: www.facebook.com/?sk=23618
TMI Pune: http://www.facebook.com/gr
For more details and registrations, please contact:
Mumbai Coordinators:
Manoj Kalwar : 9870775633
Nilesh Patil : 8291331234
VikramSingh : 8652028262
Pune Coordinators:
Zeenat : 9850193039 / 8983394613
Thanks and Regards ,
Team-Trek Mates India.
VikramSingh : 8652028262
Pune Coordinators:
Zeenat : 9850193039 / 8983394613
Thanks and Regards ,
Team-Trek Mates India.
