Hello Mates, We are Glad to invite you all for an Offroading Bike Ride plus Camping and Barbecue Event at Rajmachi on 11th - 12th May ’13.
Some Information about the Place:
Place: Rajmachi
Height: 2710 feet
District: Pune
Place: Rajmachi
Height: 2710 feet
District: Pune
Event Leader: Nilesh Patil
Rajmachi is a fort in Karjat region. These are two forts which were built by Shivaji Emperor during 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is at 17 km trekking distance from Lonavla. Rajmachi fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat (ghat between Mumbai and Pune) which was a historical trade route. Rajmachi peak has two fortified structures - the Shrivardhan fort and Manaranjan fort. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from Kondivide village near Karjat and the other easy but long way route from Lonavala. In rainy season this place is filled with giant waterfalls and greenery.
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please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
please note all the pics are taken from various sources and we do not claim any rights over them)
The tentative itinerary for the Event is as given below:
Day 1: Meeting Point : McD at kalamboli (the one situated just before the starting of the expressway.) at 6.30amStart riding by 7.00am,
Reach Lonavala by 9.00 am
Pune People can join us here.
Breakfast at Lonavala.
Start Riding towards Rajmachi. Offroads of 17 kms.
Reach Udhewadi Village. Have Lunch
Go for Swimming.
Explore the place
Set up our camping site.
Go for Swimming.
Explore the place
Set up our camping site.
Enjoy the evening with Barbeque.
Day 2: Visit Srivardhandhan fort & Manoranjan fort (as per time permits)
Have Breakfast.
Start Back journey. Lunch at Lonavala.
Start Ride towards Mumbai / Pune.
Day 2: Visit Srivardhandhan fort & Manoranjan fort (as per time permits)
Have Breakfast.
Start Back journey. Lunch at Lonavala.
Start Ride towards Mumbai / Pune.
Reach Mumbai by 6.00 Pm.
The Cost for the event:
Trek Mates 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.
Expected Expenses: 1000-1500 per person (excluding Petrol/ Maintenance)
Trek Mates 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.
Expected Expenses: 1000-1500 per person (excluding Petrol/ Maintenance)
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 Be carried:
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.
Personal Care stuff & Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks
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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.
For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:
Nilesh Patil: 8655588508 / 9619990866
Vikram: 9987761562
(Pls Msg if calls not answered.)
Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)
Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.
Regards,
Trek Mates India.
Trek Mates India.