Valley View Campsite Lonavala

New Year in Wilderness Countryside Campsite.

Activities:

Camping, Barbecue and Campfire, Short Stroll in Wilderness, Dip in Lake, Just Chill Out..

Camp Fee:

Rs.2,950/- per head. (For Children 5 Years to 12 Years 25% Discount).
For Children (3 years to 4 Years 50% Discount).

Includes

Transport (Transport by private Bus Mumbai to Campsite and Back, Road Tolls and Driver DA).

Meals (Dec 31st Welcome Tea/Coffee; Lunch; Hi-Tea; Evening Grand Wilderness Dinner with Barbecue).. Jan 1st 2011 Breakfast, Lunch and Hi-Tea).

Stay in Tents: Twin Sharing or Triple in Case of Family.

Excludes

Breakfast on Dec 31st during travel, Any food item or Beverages that is not part of standard menu.
Any item purchased from the Rural Store near the campsite.
Any thing that is not included is excluded.

Schedule:

Date: Dec 31, 2011.

6:30 am Start from Mumbai
Pickup points
6:30 am Near Merwans Bakery, S. V. Road, Andheri West, Opp. Brahmakumari Hospital.
6:40 am Western Express Highway (Near Vakola Junction), Santacruz East
6:45 am Bandra (Kalanagar Junction). At end of Sky Walk
6:50 am Sion Station
7:15 am Chembur (Near Akbar Allis Departmental Store)
7:40 am Vashi (Junction of Station Road and Highway)
8:15 am McDonald (Just Before entrance of Mumbai-Pune Express Highway).

10:30 am Arrival at Campsite
Welcome Drinks
Setting up Campsite

12:30 pm Lunch
Take a break/ rest..

4:00 pm Hi-Tea

A short stroll in the forest..

Preparation for Grand Barbecue, Camp Fire and Dinner..
Wild Chefs
Grand Dinner with loads of fun and games with soft music..

January 1, 2012.

Breakfast
Dip in the lake
Lunch
Windup with Hi-Tea...

Out Camp Site: Wilderness Campsite (30 minutes from Lonavala).

Adventure, Rural Camp and Home Stay..

Home Stay and Camping facility near Wilderness

Outdoor Experience Options..

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Camp Fire, Self Cooking in Segdi, Swim in Pond, Night Trek, Exploring Fort, Sun Set View from Hill Top, Wild Chefs “Try Cooking in Wild”,

Available with advance notice... (for group size minimum 20 persons)..

Pottery, Clay Modelling, Amazing Art of Paper Mache, Small Nature Trail, Valley Crossing, Zip Line, Rappelling, Rock Climbing, Paragliding, Water Sports (Jet Ski, Raft Building, Power Boats, Peddle Boats and in future Kayaking, Digi Rafting), Barbecue..

For Group size of 50 to 100 participants we can also set up Commando Obstacle Course, Team Building, Leadership Camps.

Nature Knights Valley View Campsite

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Location: Lonavala Countryside, Near Lohgad Hill Top (Valley and Lake View from camp site).

Food:

Veg and Non-Veg both options available.

For bookings get in touch with us..

Registration Mandatory with 100% Advance.

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Registration Mandatory with 100% Advance.

Inclusions:

Home Stay Options:

Two Rooms with (One Double Bed and One Single Bed in each room with attached toilet).

One Dormitory (Six Beds, Common Toilet).

Camping:

Tent twin sharing or triple sharing; Dome Tents (Available with Mattress and Pillows). Common Toilet available for camp site.

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Creative Art..

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Summary on some of the creativity activities possible at camp site.

Papier Mache- Layering strips of paper:

In this simpler form of papier mache you will be creating artwork with layers of paper strips. Just paste them on top of a framework and you can create things thta look tedious. The best thing about this form is that it is quick and easy compared to the pulp method.

Papier Mache- Moulding with pulp:

The term ‘papier mache’ means chewed paper in French. In other words this art form involves the use of paper pulp. One of the best methods of recycling old paper, this method involves soaking, crushing and mixing paper with a binding agent/glue. Then just use a mould or go freehand to create your masterpieces!

Studio Pottery

Pottery is the art of shaping wet clay and then baked or fired in an oven to make it hard and durable. It can be done in two ways. You can either ‘throw’ it on the potter’s wheel or you can shape it with your hands by pinching, coiling and using clay slabs.

We will be working on the second method that is Studio Pottery. The best thing about this form is that you can make free-hand designs. Just learn the basics- coiling, slabs, and pinching and you can make masterpieces out of clay.

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Cycling-Adventures

Cycling Adventures of Nature Knights

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December 10, 2011 - (Cycling at Mud-Island).

Mud Jetty - Mud Fort and Shiv Temple - Dana Pani - Airangal Beach - Aksa Beach - Mud Jetty

Cost Rs.400/- per head. ( 50% discount for members.)

Camp Fee includes breakfast and one unit of coconut water.

Those who do not have cycles kindly get in touch with us well in advance for cycles on rentals.

Meeting Points:

6:30 am Seven Bunglows (Near. Costa Coffee, Nana Nani Park)
6:45 am Versova (Mud Jetty)
7:30 am Mud Fort
8:30 am Dana Pani Beach / Airangal Beach
9:30 am Aksa Beach (The Resort)
11:30 am Mud Jetty (We call it a day)..

You may meet us or drop out at any one of the points

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December 11, 2011 - Off Beat Cycling (Lonavala to Rajmachi and Back).

Malad (Uncles Kitchen) - Aksa Beach - Mud Island - Jetty - Versova - Seven Bunglows - Juhu Beach (Near Palm Grove) - Khar Danda Beach Road - Bandstand Bandra - Bandra Fort - Juhu Beach - Seven Bunglows - Versova

Those who do not have cycles kindly get in touch with us well in advance for cycles on rentals.

Cost Rs.400/- per head. ( 50% discount for members.)

Camp Fee includes breakfast and one unit of coconut water.

Meeting Points:

6:30 am - Malad Uncles Kitchen
7:00 am - Aksa Beach
7:30 am - Mud Island / Versova Jetty
8:00 am - Juhu Beach (Near Palm Grove)
8:30 am - Khar Danda
8:50 am - Bandstand (Bandra / Khar)
9:00 am - Bandra Fort
10:30 am - Juhu Beach
11:00 am - Seven Bunglows
11:10 am - Versova (We call it a day)..

You may meet us or drop out at any one of the points
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For registration and clarification sms 9821081566 or email asif@natureknights.net / cc to info@natureknights.net

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Gear up for all women eco adventure bicycle rides cum relay expedition to explore beautiful virgin Portuguese trail along sea coast, explore the thrill for all 4 weekends and be part of concluding full length head to toe expedition of about 65 kms! Traverse the entire trail on your own along with the ONLY all women gang of adventurists and feel that thrill of exploring something on your own!

Bicycles can be arranged for those who do not own the one.

Trail: Andheri – Versova Jetty – Madh Jetty – Aksa beach – Marve – Jetty – Manori – Gorai – Utan via Madh fort, Ice factory, Essel World, Vipasana Pagoda and famous portugese churches of lady of sea and holy magi

Adventure Number 1: Saturday 22^nd Oct, 2011.

Meeting Time and Place: 0700 am @ Andheri (W), Near 7 Bungalows (Costa Coffee)

Schedule: Explore fort and land

Start from Andheri to Versova and reach Versova Jetty. Cross the creek with your bicycles on ferry boats on the other side to Madh. Start cycling through fishermans’ small locality near madh to reach madh fort and madh island. Explore the virgin land with pin drop silence and unexplored land route. The fort is secluded and difficult to reach – it is the last stop on route 271 of BEST bus service. It was built by Portuguese as watch tower in 17^thcentury. Some famous bollywood movies like ‘Love Ke Liye Kucch bhi Karega’ and Manmohan Desai’s 1985 Movie ‘Mard’ have been shot at this location. Many episodes of the popular serial C.I.D are also shot here…!!

Start further towards Aksha and be back by 2pm setting minimum benchmarks of day 1.

Camp Fee: Rs.400/- (Rs.50/- discount for members) Cost is Per Head Per Event; This Camp Fee is for those own Cycles
Participants who are looking for rented cycles (We will revert back soon).

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Adventure Number 2: Saturday 5^th Nov, 2011 (Subject to change, if any)

Meeting Time and Place: 0700 am @ Andheri (W), Near 7 Bungalows (Costa Coffee)

Schedule: Explore beach sand

Cycle straight upto the farthest point achieved last week i.e Aksha Beach from Andheri via Versova Jetty. Relax and enjoy the clean beach sand to start further towards Marve. The trail offers some of the best atmospheric calmness irrespective of time of the day due to canopy of trees on both sides of curvy road. Probably you are the only humans in action on the trail, proud to be women??.

Reach Marve Jetty and take your cycles again on ferry boat to the other side of Manori and Gorai, the east Indian villages part of former Portuguese colony of Bassein. Check out the crumbling holy magi church in Gorai.

Pedal more towards Gorai to reach Essel World and the famous Vipasana Pagoda. Action packed with peace… Spend a day at Essel World and be back by 8 pm while experiencing the thrill of night cycling.

Camp Fee: Rs.XXX (to be announced) Per Head Per Event; This Camp Fee is for those own Cycles for Cycles Rentals (We will revert back soon).

Adventure Number 3: Saturday 12^th Nov, 2011 (Subject to change, if any)

Schedule: Explore best views of paddy on once side and rock faces on the other

Cycle straight upto farthest point achieved last week i.e Gorai Jetty-Manori Tar-To Bhayander Junction crossing both jetties via ferry boats. Set the best benchmarks for cycling on straight road and move forward towards Utan. Explore the ruins of Bassein fort (once a thriving port of Estado Da India) and buy bottled masala at the tiny shops on your way to the impressive church of our lady of the sea in Utan.

Utan is a small fishing village of main manori road. The village has still not been swayed by the raves that regularly unfold on the sands of Manori and GOrai. Fishing boats laze on the beach as Bombay Duck dries on lines in front of small shrines of Mother Mary.

Final Adventure - Scaling the Summit of Cycling: Saturday 19^th Nov, 2011 (Subject to change, if any)

Marathon Expedition from head to toe of the entire trail explored so far and back! Ladies Ga Ga…

Preparations and things to carry:

Minimal weight of your rucksack is recommended as load starts feeling later once you cycle further. Water bottle, sunscreen Cream, extra money, headgear/cap and sunglasses are must recommend. Avoid wearing dark color clothes and slippers/sandles/heels. Jogging shoes are best for cycling. Waist pouches too can come very handy for things that require frequent usage during the day. You can carry packed lunch on morning till evening cycling days.

Be a Proud Eco Adventurist!

Bicycles provide numerous benefits compared to motor vehicles, including exercise, an alternative to the use of fossil fuels, no airor noise pollution, much reduced traffic congestion, easier parking, greater maneuverability, and access to both roads and paths. The advantages are at less financial cost to the user as well as society (negligible damage to roads, and less pavement required).

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Eco-Adventure Code: AP-RR-Treks-Adventures-2011-10-05_v1

CHOPTA-DEORIATAL TREK

30°29′22″N 79°12′55″E

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

This adventure trip offers a unique introduction to India. A combination of trains, temples, Himalayas and rivers the trip is considered to be one of the classics.

The trip starts with a train journey from Delhi to Rishikesh (one of the holiest towns in India, made famous by the Beetles in late 60s). We then drive up to the road head at Sari village enroute passing Rudraprayag where Jim Corbett shot his first leopard. From Sari we take a short beautiful trek of 3 km to get to Deoriatal Lake. On clear weather days, one can see the beautiful reflection of Chaukhamba Peak in the Lake. From the lake we then trek till Chopta, famous for its alpine meadows and onwards to Tungnath.

The Tungnath temple is dedicated to lord Shiva and this is the place where the arm of lord Shiva appeared. This is one of the five Kedars built by the Pandavas as a mark of their gratitude to Lord Shiva.

The grand finale is a stay at the scenic MHE rafting camp at Shivpuri where you will get a chance to face the white waters of the mighty Ganga.

CATEGORY Trek / Rafting

DURATION 07 Days

GRADE Easy/Moderate

SEASON All

LOCATION Uttarakhand

AREA Uttarkashi

DAY’S ON TREK 04 Days DRIVING02 Days

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ITINERARY

DAY 01: ARRIVE HARIDWAR RAILWAY STATION - DRIVE SHIVPURI (40 km /1.5 hrs)

Meeting and assistance upon arrival at Haridwar railway station thereafter continue drive to Beach Camp Shivpuri (40 km /1.5 hrs). Arrive early afternoon at the Jungle camp. Shivpuri is 14 km from Rishikesh. Rishikesh is at the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas. It is here that the holy Ganges changes from a fierce mountain river to a calm meandering one. Rishikesh is dotted with shrines and ashrams.

Lunch at camp. After lunch indulge in camp activities like rope-course, kayaking, dune jumping, swimming, trekking and beach volleyball etc.

Campfire followed by buffet spread dinner.

Overnight in deluxe tents on twin share basis. (L, D)

DAY 02: SHIVPURI - SARI VILLAGE (189 KM / 6-7 HRS) – TREK TO DEORIATAL (2438 M/ 5 KM/ 2 HRS)

After breakfast drive to Sari village via Ukhimath. Sari village is the road-head for the trek to Deoriatal. Walk up a steep 5 kms track to reach Deoriatal (2438m) in about 2 hours. Packed lunch enroute.

Nestled in the heart of the Garhwal Himalayas surrounded by mighty snow-capped mountains, Deoriatal is still a virgin territory for those who wish to explore places off the beaten track. The reflection of the Chaukhamba peak in the crystal clear water of the lake is a sight to behold.

Camp by the lake for dinner and overnight stay in expedition tents. (B, L, D)

DAY 03: TREK DEORIATAL - SARI CHOPTA (2895 M/ 14 KM / 6 HRS)

After breakfast trek to Chopta (Lower Chopta: Baniya Kund) via Sari Village (14km / 6hrs). At an altitude of 2895 m, Chopta is one of the most picturesque spots in the entire Garhwal region. Packed lunch en-route.

Dinner and overnight in expedition tents. (B, L, D)

DAY 04: CHOPTA - TUNGNATH (3580 m) - CHOPTA (12 km / 5 - 6 hrs)

Breakfast in camp. Full day trek to Tungnath (12 km / 5 - 6hrs). At Tungnath is the Bahu or hand of the Buffalo-Shiva. The arms of Lord Shiva came out as per the Kedarnath myth of Tunganath. He is worshipped here as one of the Panch Kedars. The Tungnath Temple at an altitude of 3580 m is the highest Shiva shrine among the Panch Kedars but the easiest to reach from Chopta, the nearest road head. Packed lunch en-route.

Dinner and overnight in expedition tents. (B, L, D)

DAY 05 : DRIVE CHOPTA – DEVPRAYAG (160 KM/ 6 HRS)/ RAFT DEVPRAYAG - BEASGHAT (5 HRS)

After breakfast drive to Devprayag with packed lunch. From Devprayag we will raft down to Beasghat (5 hrs) on the river.

Dinner and overnight stay in expedition tents. (B, L, D)

DAY 06: RAFT BEASGHAT - SHIVPURI (6 HRS)

Breakfast in camp. After breakfast we will raft to Shivpuri (6 hrs) on the river.

Packed lunch enroute. Arrive at Shivpuri Beach camp in late afternoon. Camp briefing followed by allotment of tents.

Evening tea & snacks. Free time to play beach volleyball at the camp.

Campfire and sing song.

Dinner and overnight stay in deluxe tents on twin share basis. (B, L, D)

DAY 07: RAFT SHIVPURI – NIM BEACH (14 KMS/ 2.5 HRS)/ DEPARTURE

An early morning wake up call with hot water is in order if you want to enjoy the clean mountain air and the misty Ganga valley.

Post breakfast get into your rafting gear and start rafting from camp down negotiating grade 3 and grade 4 rapids like the Roller Coaster and Golf Course which provide for an unequalled and unforgettable experience. Today you will have plenty of time to indulge in body surfing, cliff jumping and sunbathing on the rafts while you gently float down towards the pull out point at N.I.M. beach. Drive back to the camp for your hot buffet lunch spread with tea and coffee. Late afternoon departure for onward journey. (B, L)

***End of Services***

COST INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

COST: Rs.24,500/- per head.

For Group Booking Discounts call for Camp Fee (9821081566 / asif@natureknights.net / info@natureknights.net )

Eco-Adventure Code: AP-RR-Treks-Adventures-2011-10-05_v1

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THE TRIP COST INCLUDES

02 nights stay in Rafting Beach camp at Shivpuri or similar on twin sharing basis with all meals.
Four nights in trekking tents while rafting and trek.
All meals while rafting and trek.
All transportation as per itinerary in 27 seater buses (non ac) and Innova for FIT’s.
Services of a professional trekking and rafting guide.
All camp staff like cooks waiters, helpers etc.
Horses/porters to carry your personal luggage (max 15 Kgs per person)
All trekking and rafting equipment like wet suit, life jacket, helmet, paddles, tents, dining, toilet tents, carry mats, sleeping bags etc.
Currently applicable Govt. taxes

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

Any airfare, airport tax, visas fee,
Any expenses of purely personal nature like laundry, phone/Fax calls, tips to drivers, guides, any beverages.
Insurance personal/Baggage/Medical.
Any increase in govt. service tax.
Any expenses that arise due to change in itinerary because of natural forces like land slides, weather, roadblocks, flight cancellations, sickness etc.
Any medical, travel or evacuation insurance.
Any other service or item not specified above.

Checklist for things to carry:

· Woolen cap

· Peak cap

· Thermal underwear

· Warm sweater/ Woolen trousers / Thick track pants for Trekking

· Woolen socks

· Rain gear (Jacket, trousers/ Parkha)

· Warm jacket

· Woolen gloves

· Torch

· T – shirts/ shorts for rafting

· Sun block lotion

· Chap-stic (lip salve)

· Good hiking shoes with ankle support

· Floaters for rafting

· Camera & films

· One pair sport shoes for camp

· One duffel bag for personal item ( To be carried by horse / pony)

· One knapsack for item of daily use ( To be carried by you.

· Personal sleeping bag (Recommended)

More about Dodital Trek

Dodital, the lake with a lot of mythological history is a very happening trekking destination at the present age. Dodital is the birth place of Lord Ganesha and is said to have witnessed the beheading of the deity by Lord Shiva. Surrounded by lush greenery with crystal clear water makes this place as an ultimate destination for the travelers and sightseers. At an elevation of 3307 meters above mean sea level, in the north of Uttarakashi is a precise trekking destination and also holds potential for other adventure sports.

The lake is famous for its Himalayan trout, the exoticness rendered by surrounding forest and tranquility provided by the calm waters of the lake. This is an imposing destination with impeccable beauty and many a facts that are a lot adorable.

Dodital provides a lot of opportunity to travelers to hang around in the Asi Ganga valley. There are subsidiary treks transporting one from Asi Ganga valley to Bhagirathi Ganga valley and to the Yamuna valley and vice versa.

Apart from a display of natural beauty there is an array of diversity in culture and heritage for which India is known for ages. The array of culture can be seen by travelers during their voyage through remote Himalayan settelements.

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Nature Knights: Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach

Nature Knights: Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach:

Take your time out for your self to experience life time experiences..

Few Moments of Truth...

Standing at the edge of the cliff I saw an ant size man looking up,
I did not have to strain my ears to listen
to the wooofering aggression of the coastal winds
and the raising applaud of the waves..
my eyes had developed magnified vision
and could clearly see the surf of the water,
a tingly sensation developed under my feet,
cheeks were a blush of red,
adrenaline juice was ready to explode in my belly,
all my senses were 100% alert,
time froze in suspense as I turned around taking my position to take first few steps on the cliff face..
for true prayers that were to come of my heart it should be now,
for it was the moment of truth now that it was my turn to walk down the great cliff hanger path..

The Big Sea Cliff Rappelling (300 Feet)
Caving below the Sea Level
Rock Climbing
Beach Volley Ball
Swim in Ratnagiri Pristine Beaches
Enjoy Aroma's of Malwan Food

A Long Adventure Weekend at Ratnagiri Beach..

Join Nature Knights - Mountaineering Mandalam Adventure..

Event Date: December 15th Night to December 18th Late Night

For More details of the event Click Here

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Caving

Rock Climbing

Lets Live Beyond The Edge (Discover the New U)

That tingling sensation below your feet..

Cliff Rappelling

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Valley View Campsite Lonavala

Valley View Campsite Lonavala

Cycling-Adventures

Cycling-Adventures

Lady-Beat-Cycling-Portuguese-Trail

Lady-Beat-Cycling-Portuguese-Trail

AP-RR-Treks-Adventures-2011-10-05_v1

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DAY 03: TREK DEORIATAL - SARI CHOPTA (2895 M/ 14 KM / 6 HRS)

DAY 04: CHOPTA - TUNGNATH (3580 m) - CHOPTA (12 km / 5 - 6 hrs)

DAY 05 : DRIVE CHOPTA – DEVPRAYAG (160 KM/ 6 HRS)/ RAFT DEVPRAYAG - BEASGHAT (5 HRS)

DAY 06: RAFT BEASGHAT - SHIVPURI (6 HRS)

DAY 07: RAFT SHIVPURI – NIM BEACH (14 KMS/ 2.5 HRS)/ DEPARTURE

Nature Knights: Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach

Nature Knights: Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach

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