Bringing you the grand adventures of new destinations, we at
Trek Mates India invite you to A Complete Trekking & Camping Experience to mighty
Karnataka. Visit Sada Fort & underground Volcanic Caves, Kalsa –Sural Waterfalls
& Vajrapoha River Trail.
Little info about the Trek:
Type: Hill Fort & Forest
Grade: Easy
Endurance: Medium
Base Village: Kankumbhi, Karnataka
Type: Hill Fort & Forest
Grade: Easy
Endurance: Medium
Base Village: Kankumbhi, Karnataka
Sada Fort &
Caves:
In the ranges of the Western ghats, just 60 kms from
Belgaum, this fort having resisted the hard test of time for about three
centuries, is in a little ruined condition and speaks of the great Maratha
warriors who ruled this remote territory. Physically, Fort Sada is located on
the edge of a hill, being surrounded by dense forests at its east and south. To
the north & the west are very deep forested valleys of Maharashtra and Goa
respectively. This must have added for the security of the fort making it
practically impossible, least difficult, for enemies. Still more, thick jungles
and breath-taking valleys add to the simply magnificent scenic beauty of the
fort.
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Another exciting part of Sada is the underground caves which
have been formed due to volcanic eruptions some thousands years ago. A visit to
fort Sada can be designed to the need of anyone – a petty walker, an athlete or
a serious trekker.
Kalsa-Sural
Waterfalls
One of the best and all time treks in this region of
Kankumbi forests is avoided in heavy rains. In the beginning of the trek we
cross the Kalsa Stream, reach the head of the Kalsa Waterfall and after a
couple steep descends and ascends reach the base of the waterfall. We need to
cross the river again which is now swollen more.
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Hopping through the boulders in the river and thus
negotiating our way, we reach the head of the 350 feet Sural Waterfall. Here
onwards it is a steep ascend before reaching the village Sural in Goa.
Vajrapoha River
Trail & Falls
Vajrapoha Falls (also Vajrapoya waterfalls), a waterfall in
the Belgaum district of Karnataka in South West India, is situated about in the
mountainous forest 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from the village of Jamboti. Between
the village of Gavali and Chapoli on an elevated hillock, the Mandovi River
that flows to the beautiful Vajrapoha Falls that fall for up to 200 metres (660
ft)[1] and are best seen after the monsoon season. You need to negotiate a jungle route &
river trail through Mandovi River. This is an exciting trail amidst dense
forest.
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Check the pics of Vajrapoha Falls & trail @
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The tentative itinerary for the Trek is as given
below:
Day 0: Board Tirunelveli
Express (11021) from Dadar at 09:30 pm for Belgaum
Day 1:
Reach Belgaum at 09:03 am & proceed to Jungle Campsite
Check in to Tents or Cottages as available at Jungle Campsite
Get Refresh & have lunch
Post Lunch Visit Sada Fort, Volcanic Caves, Kankumbhi
Mahuli Temple, Chigule Sunset Point
Campfire in the evening & rest
Day 2:
Wake up early, Freshen up & start for Vajrapoha River Trail & Falls at 08:00 am
Carry Packed Lunch
Explore the mighty Vajrapoha Falls
Back by 04:00 pm
Dinner, Campfire & Rest
Day 3:
Wake up early, Freshen up & start for Kalsa-Sural Waterfalls
at 08:00 am
Explore the falls & back to Campsite by 01:00 pm
Lunch
Pack up & leave the site by 03:30 pm
Catch Chalukya Express (11022) from Belgaum at 06:05 pm
Reach Dadar by 05:50 am
The cost of the
event is INR 2950 which includes,
Transport from Belgaum to Belgaum
Food (Beginning from the Breakfast of Day 1
till the Lunch of Day 3 with Non Veg for Day 1 & Day 2 Dinners)
Accommodation (Two Night Stay) in Jungle Tents
/ Cottages on 4 to 6 sharing basis
Use of Equipment if
any
TMI Expertise
The cost does not include –
Train ticket from Mumbai to Belgaum & Back & food
during the train.
Mineral Water, Cold-drink
Anything which is not mentioned above.
Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Full payment into the
following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
Account Details
ICICI Current Account No: 148805000123
Name: Trek Mates Outbound Services pvt. Ltd.
Ifsccode: ICIC0001488
Branch: Kalwa, Thane
Once payment is done , please send an email to trekmates@gmail.com with Transaction ID , Participant Name , Email ID , Cell Number and Food Preference.
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Things to Be carried:
ID Proof
Full length Lowers to wear on trek / Trail & T-shirts
(Preferably of Quick Dry material)
Extra pair of clothes (as per need your requirement)
Shoes either trekking or sports (Good firm Sole)
Floaters to wear at night
Torch (High Quality) with extra pair of batteries
Zip Lock Plastics to keep wallet , Cash, Mobile etc
Windcheaters, Poncho, Cap, Camera (Optional) etc
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc
Sunscreen Lotion, Medicine those that you require usually.
Torch (High Quality) with extra pair of batteries
Zip Lock Plastics to keep wallet , Cash, Mobile etc
Windcheaters, Poncho, Cap, Camera (Optional) etc
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc
Sunscreen Lotion, Medicine those that you require usually.
Personal care stuff
A Daypack to carry stuff on everyday trail / Trek
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. (Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.)
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. (Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.)
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Pack your bags to save them from getting wet.
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