Hey Mates, we at Trek Mates India invite you all for the Trek to Harishchandragad fort via the khireshwar route on 27th and 28th of Aug ’11. (Starting on fri, 26th Aug, at night.)
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 10.00 pm sharp (the late comers won’t be entertained, as we will be Starting by the 10.30 pm bus)
> Bus journey till khireshwar, followed by a 5 km walk till the base village in the night.
> Bus journey till khireshwar, followed by a 5 km walk till the base village in the night.
> Reach by 3 am. Rest till morning(6.00 am), have tea, and start our trek by 7 am.
> reach the top by 12pm approx., have lunch in the caves.
> trek further till kokan kada and explore the same
> reach the top by 12pm approx., have lunch in the caves.
> trek further till kokan kada and explore the same
> 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 will be Rs 900/per head, which includes
Travel expenditure from Kalyan to Kalyan.
Food facilities and Expertise.
> Lunch at the Base, and start our return journey.
> Reach Mumbai approx by 10 Pm.
The charges of the trek will be Rs 900/per head, which includes
Travel expenditure from Kalyan to Kalyan.
Food facilities and Expertise.
The travel while returning will be by private bus (if and only if our group size is more than 25, else we will return back by local transport, and 200 rs/ per head will be refunded. In that case the trek cost will be 700/- per head)
Payment Details: One needs to deposit the charges into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
SBI a/c no: 30665796091
S/A in the name of Mr Nilesh Patil.
Branch: Panchpakhadi, Thane.
Things To Be carried:
Lunch for Saturday,
A bottle of water (Atleast 1 Ltr),
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(compulsory)
Camera, Cap, etc. (Optional)
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.
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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".
Lunch for Saturday,
A bottle of water (Atleast 1 Ltr),
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(compulsory)
Camera, Cap, etc. (Optional)
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.
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: http: www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community?cmm=106377144
FaceBook Groups:
TMI Mumbai: www.facebook.com/?sk=2361831622#!/group.php?gid=76034705414
TMI Pune: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=155919984426659
To get Upadates about our trek on mobile, sms 'join TrekMates_123' to 92195 92195
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".
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.)
(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.
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.
For more enquiries and Registrations , please contact
Mumbai Coordinators:
Vikram Singh: 99877 61562/ 86520 28262
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508
Manoj Kalwar: 98707 75633
Pune Coordinator:
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508
Manoj Kalwar: 98707 75633
Pune Coordinator:
Adhar: 99756 41375
Thanks and Regards,
Team Trek Mates India.
