Hey Mates, we at Trek Mates India, are glad to invite you for a Bike trek to Phansad, Murud Janjira, and the surrounding region on 22nd and 23rd Dec’12.
2. Korlai Fort
3. Phansad wild life Sanctuary
4. Janjira Fort
5. Kashid Beach
Shree Rameshwar Mandir, Chaul This ancient shrine of Shiva looks like built in 'Hemadpant' style of Architecture, though, when it was built is not known. Angre history references say that it was renovated many times. The structure comprises of prayer hall (sabhamandap), sanctum sanctorum and 7.62 meter high summit shaped dome. In front of the prayer hall, there are three tanks (kund) namely Parjanya Kund, Agni kund and Vayoo kund.
Korlai Fort Korlai fort can be seen from the bridge at Salav, located at three Kms. from Revdanda, on the Revdanda - Kashid road. The fort is an Old Portuguese outpost guarding the entrance to the river. A small road leads up to the top of the fort. There is a Lighthouse on the fort and a small climb from behind the lighthouse will take you to the fort. The fort is in ruins, but the view from the lighthouse is beautiful and the rocky beach at Korlai is also good.
Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary The Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary is an amazing revelation. Primarily a bird sanctuary, Phansad is also home to a whole array of insects, amphibians and mammals. Spread across 52.71 sq. km., Phansad is located in the Murud and Roha talukas of Raigad District in Maharashtra.
The Janjira Fort Janjira is Marathi corruption of the Arabic word Jazirah, which means an island. The Janjira Fort was built by the rulers of the Ahmed Nagar under the patronage of emperor Malik Amber in the 15th century AD. The fort is build in the sea 2 km inside of Murud. This is one of the vital sea-forts in Maharashtra. It has strong walls 40 ft high and standing intact even after being battered by the sea waves from all four sides. the fort was never conquered by any enemy for over 350 years. Shivaji, Sambhaji and the Peshwas tried to take over the fort. But the Marathas, British or Portuguese could never capture Janjira.
Kashid Beach The famous Kashid beach is located 18 kms from Murud. The specialty of this beach is the beautiful silvery white sand. It's a favourite spot for advertising, TV serial and film shoots. The beach is complete with small food-stalls. If you are travelling from Alibag to Murud, the last U-turn in the Ghat section of the road that descends on the Kashid beach is simply mesmerizing'!
Padmadurg:(will be covered if time permits, and if we get permissions from the same.)
Spread over a vast area of about 9 acres, Padmadurg Fort is regarded as one among the major sea forts in India. A monument of great historical importance, it is situated in Raigad District of Maharashtra. This famous fort is constructed by the great Marathas in order to conquer the Janjira Fort which lies near by.
Spread over a vast area of about 9 acres, Padmadurg Fort is regarded as one among the major sea forts in India. A monument of great historical importance, it is situated in Raigad District of Maharashtra. This famous fort is constructed by the great Marathas in order to conquer the Janjira Fort which lies near by.
Padmadurg Fort commemorates the repeated failure attempts of the mighty Marathas reigme against the tiny Siddis. Padmadurg fort which is now called as Kasa fort, spilt in to three by the ravage of time and now it is not accessible to the public. Ruins of this great fort can be seen from the seashore.
The itinerary for the event will be as Follows:Day 1, 22nd Dec:Meeting point: McD at kalamboli (the one situated just before the starting of the expressway.) at 6.00 am > Start riding by 6.30 am
> Breakfast at Wadkhal naka
> Visit Rameshwar temple >> Revdanda fort >> Korlai fort >> Kashid Beach till Sunset>> Phansad
> Tented accomodation in Phansad
Day 2, 23rd Dec: > Morning trail in the Jungle till 10
> visit Murud, Janjira fort,
> Have food at Patil’s, Murud.
> Visit Alibaug beach if time permits.
> Reach Panvel approx by 9 pm
The Cost for the event: > Trek Mates India will pay for the food and accommodation of all the participants which will be equally divided among every member of the trek after the event. > Rs. 300 extra will be added to the same (per person), considered as the administration charges for Trek mates India. > Petrol and Maintenance cost should be settled by the bike owner and the person accompanying him. > In case, of a single rider, the petrol and maintenance charges has to be paid by him alone. (Trek Mates will provide info about a willing participant who can accompany you, and share the expenses. this depends on availability of such willing participants.)
Things to Carry:
Identity proof (Must),
Bike’s Legal Papers, Helmet (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
For more enquiries and Registrations , please contact
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508
Vikram Singh: 99877 61562
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 Prabalgad Night Trek 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". Please -
Do Not Litter
No Smoking, tobacco and alcohol
Respect the Heritage
Be a Group
Pay attention
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 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 will be entertained.
Regards,
Team – Trek Mates India
