Hi mates, We at Trek Mates India, are glad to invite you for a One day Trek to Chanderi on 7th August 2011.
Little info about the fort
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 2330 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: medium- hard
Base Village: Chinchawli
Range: Matheran
Height: 2330 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: medium- hard
Base Village: Chinchawli
Range: Matheran
Chanderi is an ancient army fort situated near Vangani (Kalyan).
There are not much remnants on the top except few water tanks and shatters stones.
Lots of water streams and rocky path to the fort through waterfalls make the fort really interesting.
The view from the top is really alluring, one can observe Karnala, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Manikgad, Peb, Matheran, Nakhind, Navra navri, Tavli etc from the top if the climate is clear.
There is no significant history attached to this fort. Near the caves on the fort are visible some remnants of fortification. This is the only sign to designate Chanderi as a fort. In May 1656, Shivaji Maharaj conquered all territory up to Kalyan-Bhiwandi-Rairi. This was when this fort came under the rule of the Marathas.
Lack of development, low water storage areas, absence of significant constructions, limited facilities for people to stay and extremely difficult approach road seem to suggest that rather than a fort, this was possibly a military base.
The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
We will be starting with the second karjat local (time table given below)
People may board the same Karjat train from the stations of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second compartment from CST side: Please take return ticket)
People may board the same Karjat train from the stations of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second compartment from CST side: Please take return ticket)
Reach Vangani by 7:36.
Breakfast, Travel till base village by Auto/Private vehicle
Trek till top in 3hrs
Lunch,
Descend till base village by 5 pm
Back to vangani and then back to Mumbai by 9:30 pm tentatively.
Train Timing
Karjat Slow-S7
CST : 5:40
Byculla : 5:48
Dadar : 5:58
Kurla : 6:09
Ghatkopar : 6:15
Thane : 6:35
Dombivali : 6:57
Kalyan : 7:07
Karjat Slow-S7
CST : 5:40
Byculla : 5:48
Dadar : 5:58
Kurla : 6:09
Ghatkopar : 6:15
Thane : 6:35
Dombivali : 6:57
Kalyan : 7:07
Ambernath : 07:18
Note : due to thick forestation there are chances of insect bite so we suggest you to wear full cloths and carry insect repellants.
The cost for the trek is Rs 250/- per head which includes
Travelling from Vangani till Vangani,
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Train fare has to be taken care of by the members themselves.
Note : Registrations through phone calls only.
Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (must)
Lunch For Sunday,
A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs),
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks (shoes with good grip are preferred over floaters)
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.
Windcheaters,
Rains are expected, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Identity proof (must)
Lunch For Sunday,
A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs),
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks (shoes with good grip are preferred over floaters)
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.
Windcheaters,
Rains are expected, so pack yr bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.
Photographs
Mail us in case of any query at trekmates@gmail.com
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Mumbai Coordinators:
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Mumbai Coordinators:
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508
Vikram Singh : 86520 28262
Manoj Kalwar : 98707 75633
Pune Coordinators :
Adhar : 99756 41375
For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit us@
Blogspot: http://trekmates.blogspot.com/
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blogspot.com/
Orkut Communities:
TMI Mumbai: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community?cmm=58853326
TMI Pune: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community?cmm=106377144
FaceBook Groups:
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Few rules we would like our participants to follow
We follow a strict policy of "no trace" trekking,
"Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints".
Rules & Regulations:
Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.
No Smoking 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
Manoj Kalwar : 98707 75633
Pune Coordinators :
Adhar : 99756 41375
For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit us@
Blogspot: http://trekmates.blogspot.com/
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blogspot.com/
Orkut Communities:
TMI Mumbai: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community?cmm=58853326
TMI Pune: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community?cmm=106377144
FaceBook Groups:
TMI Mumbai: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_106722756072761&ap=1
TMI Pune: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=155919984426659
Few rules we would like our participants to follow
We follow a strict policy of "no trace" trekking,
"Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints".
Rules & Regulations:
Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.
No Smoking 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
