We at Trek Mates India invite you all for the “ Crocodile Safari @ Govalkot – Maldoli Backwater , Guhagar Beach , Velneshwar Temple on 19th May to 20th May 2012(Starting Friday, 18th May Night).
Some information about the area:
The places that will be visiting are:
1. Crocodile Safari @ Maldoli
2. Guhagar Beach
3. Velneshwar Temple
4. Gopalgad Fort
5. Hedvi Temple
Little info about the place :
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please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
Guhagar Beach
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The town is in Ratnagiri district known for its virgin beach, coir items, coconuts, betel nuts and mainly Haapus Alphanso mangoes. The nearest city and railhead is Chiplun, about 44 kilometres away. The economy of Guhagar boomed after the Dabhol Power Company, a few kilometres north was commissioned in the early 1990s. Hotels sprung up and residents were given well-paid jobs.
Guhagar beach is a white sand beach which is 6- 7 km long beach. It is situated within 200 metres from Guhagar town. This beach is safe for swimming. It offers a perfect place for sunbath, relaxation and meditation. The offshore chat stalls make this beach an ideal spot for spending vacations.
Gopalgad
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Gopalgad Fort is situated on a cliff at the meeting point of Arabian Sea and river Vashisthi. This fort was built by the Bijapur kings in the sixteenth century. It was named Gopalgad by Tulaji Angre Sarkhel in 1774. Gopalgad hill is a scenic, trekking place which is situated in the Anjanvel village. Anjanvel is an estuary island at the southern most bank of Vashishti River. Anjanvel is highly attractive with lush green vegetations, hilly terrains and calm and cool village surroundings.
Velneshwar Beach
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Velneshwar Beach is a clean and a beautiful beach which is lined with an array of coconut palms. Velneshwar Beach is situated in Velneshwar village. This beach is also known as "Vasai Beach". As this beach is free from rocks, swimming and other water sports is possible here. Velneshwar Beach is a very nice and calm beach. There is an old temple of Lord Shiva situated near Velneshwar.
Vyadeshwar Temple
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Shri Dev Vyadeshwar is an ancient shiva temple located at Guhagar, a well known Taluka place in Ratnagiri District of Maharashtra State in India. It is considered to be the Kuladaivat or clan god of many Chitpavan Families from Konkan region.
Hedvi
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Famous for Shri Dashbhuj Laxmi Ganesh Temple and scenic beach. This temple is in Hedvi town and 2 kms away from Hedvi Beach. After reaching beach you will find Uma Maheshwar Temple. When there is a high tide it is worth to watch the game of Sea water and Big Rocks. Hedvi is 20 kms South to Guhagar.
Day 1, 18th May :
Day 2, 19th May :
Visit Guhagar Beach , Gopalgad and light house at Anjanvel,
The cost for the tour will be
Payment Details:
Things to Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (At least 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, a napkin, 2-3 Pair of clothes, Beachwear
2-3 papers, Bedding (can be used if required)
Camera (Optional),
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Some information about the area:
The places that will be visiting are:
1. Crocodile Safari @ Maldoli
2. Guhagar Beach
3. Velneshwar Temple
4. Gopalgad Fort
5. Hedvi Temple
Little info about the place :
Govalkot – Maldoli Backwater :- Famous for Crocodile Safari (one can see the rare salt water crocodile in a natural habitat).
* Click on pic to enlarge.
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
This village is situated on the bank of Vashishti river which gives you a feeling of being in Kerala. The small small villages on the banks of this river the picturesque nature the small islands in the back waters of the river, the peaceful climate far away from the noisy cities, the silent flowing water, soothing climate makes you forget the entire remaining world. But nowadays the tourists are more attracted to see the crocodiles in the river.
Many year before Ships from Arabcountries used to come at Karambavane harbour from their the goods were Transported to chiplune market in small boats and carraiages called at Maldoli.
Then they were carried in bullockcarts to the market Since the goods were trasported in Maldolis from this village the village came became Maldoli.A carriage Made Specifically to carry goods
Guhagar Beach
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
The town is in Ratnagiri district known for its virgin beach, coir items, coconuts, betel nuts and mainly Haapus Alphanso mangoes. The nearest city and railhead is Chiplun, about 44 kilometres away. The economy of Guhagar boomed after the Dabhol Power Company, a few kilometres north was commissioned in the early 1990s. Hotels sprung up and residents were given well-paid jobs.
Guhagar beach is a white sand beach which is 6- 7 km long beach. It is situated within 200 metres from Guhagar town. This beach is safe for swimming. It offers a perfect place for sunbath, relaxation and meditation. The offshore chat stalls make this beach an ideal spot for spending vacations.
Gopalgad
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
Gopalgad Fort is situated on a cliff at the meeting point of Arabian Sea and river Vashisthi. This fort was built by the Bijapur kings in the sixteenth century. It was named Gopalgad by Tulaji Angre Sarkhel in 1774. Gopalgad hill is a scenic, trekking place which is situated in the Anjanvel village. Anjanvel is an estuary island at the southern most bank of Vashishti River. Anjanvel is highly attractive with lush green vegetations, hilly terrains and calm and cool village surroundings.
Velneshwar Beach
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
Velneshwar Beach is a clean and a beautiful beach which is lined with an array of coconut palms. Velneshwar Beach is situated in Velneshwar village. This beach is also known as "Vasai Beach". As this beach is free from rocks, swimming and other water sports is possible here. Velneshwar Beach is a very nice and calm beach. There is an old temple of Lord Shiva situated near Velneshwar.
Vyadeshwar Temple
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
Shri Dev Vyadeshwar is an ancient shiva temple located at Guhagar, a well known Taluka place in Ratnagiri District of Maharashtra State in India. It is considered to be the Kuladaivat or clan god of many Chitpavan Families from Konkan region.
Hedvi
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
Famous for Shri Dashbhuj Laxmi Ganesh Temple and scenic beach. This temple is in Hedvi town and 2 kms away from Hedvi Beach. After reaching beach you will find Uma Maheshwar Temple. When there is a high tide it is worth to watch the game of Sea water and Big Rocks. Hedvi is 20 kms South to Guhagar.
Maximum Participant : 25
The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:
Day 1, 18th May :
Meeting Point : Borivali National Park@ 10.00pm
Pickup Point : Andheri Bisleri Factory (East) @ 10.30pm
Pickup Point : Andheri Bisleri Factory (East) @ 10.30pm
Pickup Point : Bandra KalaNagar @ 10.45pm
Pickup Point : Chembur Diamond Garden @ 11:15pm
Pikcup Point : Vashi Below Main Bridge @ 11:45pm
Pickup Point : Panvel ST Depot @ 12:15am (For all Pune People)
Pickup Point : Chembur Diamond Garden @ 11:15pm
Pikcup Point : Vashi Below Main Bridge @ 11:45pm
Pickup Point : Panvel ST Depot @ 12:15am (For all Pune People)
Day 2, 19th May :
Reach Maldoli Village
Check in and Get Fresh
Lunch Time
Explore Velneshwar Temple and beach
Evening Time Crocodile Safari @ Maldoli.
Dinner
Retire For the day.
Day 3 , 20th May
Wake up @ 6.00am
After Breakfast
Enjoy Boating @ Maldoli Back Water
Visit Hedvi Temple
Enjoy Boating @ Maldoli Back Water
Visit Hedvi Temple
Visit Govalkot Fort at Chiplun (If time permits)
Return Journey to Mumbai
Lunch on the way
Reach Mumbai @ 9.30 - 10pm
The Expenses:
The cost for the tour will be
INR 2600/- per head for Veg
INR 3000/- per head for Non Veg
which includes,
Travelling from Borivali to Borivali by Private AC BUS,
Food Expenses (Veg / NonVeg),
Simple Accommodation will be provided @ Maldoli Village (5 People Sharing the Room or Dormitory Type Accommodation )
Crocodile Safari Charges.
INR 3000/- per head for Non Veg
which includes,
Travelling from Borivali to Borivali by Private AC BUS,
Food Expenses (Veg / NonVeg),
Simple Accommodation will be provided @ Maldoli Village (5 People Sharing the Room or Dormitory Type Accommodation )
Crocodile Safari Charges.
Guide Charges.Permission and Entries Charges (wherever it is required)
Max Participant : 25
One needs to deposit INR 2000/- advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Bank 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
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
(Once payment is done , please send an email to manoj1920@gmail.com / trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Food Prefrence (Veg/NonVeg) , Email ID , Cell Number and Pickup Point [Borivali / Andheri / Bandra / Chembur / Vashi])
Things to Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (At least 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, a napkin, 2-3 Pair of clothes, Beachwear
2-3 papers, Bedding (can be used if required)
Camera (Optional),
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Mumbai Coordinators:
Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633
Vikram Singh: 9987761562
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508
Pune Coordinator:
Pune Coordinator:
Adhar: 9975641375
Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)
If calls not attended , then please send an sms with message Crocodile Safari Enquiry, we will call you back once we are free.
If calls not attended , then please send an sms with message Crocodile Safari Enquiry, we will call you back once we are free.
Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.
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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".
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.)
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.
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.)
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
