Showing posts with label Caving. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Caving. Show all posts
Tropical Jungle Camping
June 28, 2016Jungle Camping in the Wilderness on a Fullmoon night by the Lake
Only for the adventurous and exploring kind. Be prepared to rough it out, night out and learn Bush Craft.
Location: Lake Side Camp
March 11th, 2017 (Region - one hour drive from Lonavala in hills and valley, next to lake)
Duration: 2 days and 1 Night (Day 1 - 11:00 am to Day 2 - 3:30 pm)
Capacity: 20 to 25 participants only.
Camping Fee:
Rs.2900/- per head.
Inclusions in Camping cost:
Stay in Alpine (Dome) tents/back rooms.
Meals: Day 1- Lunch (Cook your own meal, just the first one, other meals will be prepared by our well equipped kitchen team); Evening Tea and Snack; Dinner and Day 2 - Breakfast, and Lunch; Tea/Biscuits before we check out.
Activities included in camping:
Night Trek
Raft Building and Raft Ride
Swim in River with Life Jackets
Tubing
Fishing with local fishing gear
Wild Chefs (Cooking in wild)
Facilties include:
Stay
- Dome tents with Gadi, Kambal and Pillow
- Common washrooms with flush (5 numbers)
- Common chairs and tables
- Plenty of activity area in a private property
Excludes:
Travel (Travel Ex. Lonavala - Rs.600/- per person, optional). note: you can drive down till the campsite (last 3 km is mud road).
Other water sports available at extra cost (pay as per use)
Surf Board Kayaking, Kayaks, Paddle Boats, and Speed Boat
Scheduled Plan:
10:30 / 11:00 am - Reporting at campsite
Induction and Introduction
Pitching your own tent
Lighting a fire
Cooking in wilderness with teamwork
Lunch Break
Building your own raft
Rafting Tour on Tom Sawyer Raft
Tubing and Swim in River with life jackets
Fishing Craft
Tea and Snack
Hill Climb
Night Trek
Barbecue - Art of Cooking on fire
Dinner
Chill Out at Campfire under the open sky by the river
Call it a day
Day 2
Early morning wake up
Breakfast
Hike up the hill over a steep slope
The technique and Art of Rappelling (setting anchors; safety gear; belay; communication and try your hand a rappelling and Mawla
Lunch
Rest
Call it a day with tea and biscuits
start back for home
End of tour
Camping can be combined with Waterfall Rappelling; Jungle Treks; Cooking in the Wild; Kayaking (at Tungi Pauna Jungle); Swim in River with Life Jackets; etc.
Also try your hand at tribal weapons.. Archery; Darts; Blow Darts; etc..
Only with advance bookings.
Bare Minimum Checklist:
Change Clothes
Shorts
Cap and/or Hat
Spare slippers or floaters
Mosquito Repellent
Personal (Towel; Soap; Comb etc)
Personal Medical Kit (General Medical Kit will be available with Nature Knights - Offbeat Mandala)
Personal Survival Kit (Pocket Knife; Plate; Mug; Flash Light and Mirror)
Camping Mat, plastic sheet or nylon tarp
Light plastic sheet (5 Feet x 7 Feet) - available at any Hardware store
Snacks - Biscuits; Dry Fruits; Fruits; Salad Items; Chocolates.
Personal Medical kit (General Medical kit will be available with the organisers)
Main Backpack and a day pack for nearby excursions
Pet Bottle
Few camping options in Maharashtra Click here
Highlights - Bush Craft, Survival and Wilderness Camping Adventure, (Built your own bamboo raft; raft ride; tubing; fishing with native gear;
lighting your own fire and cooking meal on wood-fire; navigating during night trek;
Basic art of climbing on steep slopes; rappelling; basic but important knots in rappelling)
Fun with Archery, Blow Darts and Spear
Fun with Archery, Blow Darts and Spear
Optional Kayaking
Only for the adventurous and exploring kind. Be prepared to rough it out, night out and learn Bush Craft.
A Limited Edition Adventure by Offbeat Mandala.
Note: I will be travelling till Feb 14, 2017 evening so send me messages for registration at WhatsApp: 9619182010 or email at info@natureknights.net
I will get back after Feb 14th, 2017.
Location: Lake Side Camp
March 11th, 2017 (Region - one hour drive from Lonavala in hills and valley, next to lake)
Duration: 2 days and 1 Night (Day 1 - 11:00 am to Day 2 - 3:30 pm)
Capacity: 20 to 25 participants only.
Camping Fee:
Rs.2900/- per head.
For contacts and registration click here
Inclusions in Camping cost:
Stay in Alpine (Dome) tents/back rooms.
Meals: Day 1- Lunch (Cook your own meal, just the first one, other meals will be prepared by our well equipped kitchen team); Evening Tea and Snack; Dinner and Day 2 - Breakfast, and Lunch; Tea/Biscuits before we check out.
Night Trek
Raft Building and Raft Ride
Swim in River with Life Jackets
Tubing
Fishing with local fishing gear
Wild Chefs (Cooking in wild)
Facilties include:
Stay
- Dome tents with Gadi, Kambal and Pillow
- Common washrooms with flush (5 numbers)
- Common chairs and tables
- Plenty of activity area in a private property
Excludes:
Travel (Travel Ex. Lonavala - Rs.600/- per person, optional). note: you can drive down till the campsite (last 3 km is mud road).
Other water sports available at extra cost (pay as per use)
Surf Board Kayaking, Kayaks, Paddle Boats, and Speed Boat
Scheduled Plan:
10:30 / 11:00 am - Reporting at campsite
Induction and Introduction
Pitching your own tent
Lighting a fire
Cooking in wilderness with teamwork
Lunch Break
Building your own raft
Rafting Tour on Tom Sawyer Raft
Tubing and Swim in River with life jackets
Fishing Craft
Tea and Snack
Hill Climb
Night Trek
Barbecue - Art of Cooking on fire
Dinner
Chill Out at Campfire under the open sky by the river
Call it a day
Day 2
Early morning wake up
Breakfast
Hike up the hill over a steep slope
The technique and Art of Rappelling (setting anchors; safety gear; belay; communication and try your hand a rappelling and Mawla
Lunch
Rest
Call it a day with tea and biscuits
start back for home
End of tour
Camping can be combined with Waterfall Rappelling; Jungle Treks; Cooking in the Wild; Kayaking (at Tungi Pauna Jungle); Swim in River with Life Jackets; etc.
Also try your hand at tribal weapons.. Archery; Darts; Blow Darts; etc..
Only with advance bookings.
Bare Minimum Checklist:
Change Clothes
Shorts
Cap and/or Hat
Spare slippers or floaters
Mosquito Repellent
Personal (Towel; Soap; Comb etc)
Personal Medical Kit (General Medical Kit will be available with Nature Knights - Offbeat Mandala)
Personal Survival Kit (Pocket Knife; Plate; Mug; Flash Light and Mirror)
Camping Mat, plastic sheet or nylon tarp
Light plastic sheet (5 Feet x 7 Feet) - available at any Hardware store
Snacks - Biscuits; Dry Fruits; Fruits; Salad Items; Chocolates.
Personal Medical kit (General Medical kit will be available with the organisers)
Main Backpack and a day pack for nearby excursions
Pet Bottle
Details for Internet Banking Transfers (RTGS / NEFT / IFSC):
Account Name: OFFBEAT MANDALA
Account No.: 50200006370273
Bank Name: HDFC Bank Limited
RTGS/NEFT/IFSC: HDFC0000019
Branch: THE AMALDAS CO-OP HSG. SOC. LTD.,
JUHU-VERSOVA LINK ROAD,
WARK-K, (WEST), ANDHERI (WEST), MUMBAI – 400053, MAHARASHTRA
Also check the following links:
Checklist for one day treks Click here
Why us - Click here
Some of our credentials - click here
Few camping options in Maharashtra Click here
Custom Treks in Maharashtra Click here
Our Corporate Services - Click here
Team Building Program - Click here
Adventure Hobbies - Know more click here
Join our Adventure Club Family and Trips - Click here
25years
October 09, 2013Nature Knights is celebrating this year to mark 25 years of Adventures and Exploration by hosting 25 special events..
Sharing few events..
December 2014
Beach Games with evening Hi-Tea at Juhu Beach, Mumbai
Trek and Summit Climb for beginners (Kalavantin Durg)
Sandhan Valley Trek
New Year Camping (Party type)
January 2014
(4th and 5th) - Backpacking, Camping and Trek in Vasota Fort (Koyna Valley)
(11th) Malan Gad Sumit Climb
(24, 25 and 26) - Nali Chi Vaat (Harishchandragad)
(26, 27) Konkan Kada Rappelling
February 2014
Chaddar Trek - Feb 8th, 2014 (ALMOST FULLY BOOKED)
March 2014
(8th) White Water Rafting at Rishikesh - Mar 2014
April 2014
(5th) Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and Island Hopping Camp at Andamans
(26th) Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Kayaking and Beach Hopping Camp at Sindudurg
EBC Trek for Adventurers
May 2014
A Journey to Little Indian Tibet and Trek to Triund (May 10)
June 2014
Exploring Safari to Offbeat Zanskar Valley
Trekking in Ladakh with Home Stay (Offbeat Ladakh Landscapes and Culture)
Budget Trip to Ladakh
July 2014
Canyoning and Waterfall Rappelling (All Sundays).
White Water Rafting at Kolad
Monsoon Adventure Trek (To be announced)
August 2014
Canyoning and Waterfall Rappelling (Custom Bookings only).
Monsoon Adventure Trek (Bhimashankar)
Monsoon Adventure Trek (Ulhas Valley)
September 2014
Safari to Kaas Plateau
October 2014
To be announced
November 2014
Nov 15 - Mount Everest Base Camp Winter Trek (EBC Trek)
December 2014
Trek to Torna and Rajgad
New Year Celebration and closure of 25 years of adventures in Mumbai
Sharing few events..
December 2014
Beach Games with evening Hi-Tea at Juhu Beach, Mumbai
Trek and Summit Climb for beginners (Kalavantin Durg)
Sandhan Valley Trek
New Year Camping (Party type)
January 2014
(4th and 5th) - Backpacking, Camping and Trek in Vasota Fort (Koyna Valley)
(11th) Malan Gad Sumit Climb
(24, 25 and 26) - Nali Chi Vaat (Harishchandragad)
(26, 27) Konkan Kada Rappelling
February 2014
Chaddar Trek - Feb 8th, 2014 (ALMOST FULLY BOOKED)
March 2014
(8th) White Water Rafting at Rishikesh - Mar 2014
April 2014
(5th) Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and Island Hopping Camp at Andamans
(26th) Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Kayaking and Beach Hopping Camp at Sindudurg
EBC Trek for Adventurers
May 2014
A Journey to Little Indian Tibet and Trek to Triund (May 10)
June 2014
Exploring Safari to Offbeat Zanskar Valley
Trekking in Ladakh with Home Stay (Offbeat Ladakh Landscapes and Culture)
Budget Trip to Ladakh
July 2014
Canyoning and Waterfall Rappelling (All Sundays).
White Water Rafting at Kolad
Monsoon Adventure Trek (To be announced)
August 2014
Canyoning and Waterfall Rappelling (Custom Bookings only).
Monsoon Adventure Trek (Bhimashankar)
Monsoon Adventure Trek (Ulhas Valley)
September 2014
Safari to Kaas Plateau
October 2014
To be announced
November 2014
Nov 15 - Mount Everest Base Camp Winter Trek (EBC Trek)
December 2014
Trek to Torna and Rajgad
New Year Celebration and closure of 25 years of adventures in Mumbai
Sea Cliff Rappelling and Caving in Dark Underwater Caves
December 12, 2012
Feb 19th, and Feb 20th, 2013
Take your time out for your self to experience life time experiences.. Extreme Adventure Sports Event at Ratnagiri
The Big Sea Cliff Rappelling (300 Feet)
Caving below the Sea Level
Beach Volley Ball
Swim in Ratnagiri Pristine Beaches
Enjoy Aroma's of Malwan Food
Cliff Rappelling and Caving below Sea Level 2013
October 18, 2012
Sea Side Cliff Rappelling and Caving in Dark Caves below Sea Level
2 Days of Coastal Adventure in Konkan Maharashtra
Take your time out for your self to experience life time experiences..
Extreme Adventure Sports Event at Ratnagiri
The Big Sea Cliff Rappelling (300 feet fall)
Caving in dark caves below Sea Level (200 feet deep)
Swim in Ratnagiri Pristine Beaches
Enjoy Aroma's of Malwan Food
Extreme Adventure Sports Event at Ratnagiri
The Big Sea Cliff Rappelling (300 feet fall)
Caving in dark caves below Sea Level (200 feet deep)
Swim in Ratnagiri Pristine Beaches
Enjoy Aroma's of Malwan Food
Dates: Adventures Sports Event Date: Valid from Jan 2013 to May 2013 only.
Duration: Mumbai to Mumbai 2 Nights and 2 Days.
Activities
Activity under the guidance of mountaineering a guru, who is the winner of several National and State level awards.
Schedule
Night 1 - Thursday Night (Departure)
10.30 pm – Sleeper train or Luxury Bus
Day 1 - Saturday (Cliff Rappelling) and Dip in the sea
Day 2 - Sunday (Caving or Spelunking)
Evening Board Train / Bus
Camp Fee
Rs.5400/- per head.Includes Stay Non-Ac Rooms Triple Sharing,
Food (2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 1 Dinner and 2 Tea).
Food will be standard Veg Thali.
Non-Veg food can be organised if ordered in advance for additional cost.
(Book Well in advance we have to reserve your train/bus tickets/ reserve rooms in hotels. We also have limited capacity due to extreme nature of adventure; reservation will be done purely on first-cum-first basis).
For registration Rs.2700/- advance.
Balance payment in cash on time and date of reporting for event.
Exclusions
Food during travel between Mumbai to Ratnagiri is not included
Cost of Fish or any other non-standard item ordered by participants will be borne by them.
Bottled Water; Beverages is not included in the budget
Any other transport other than one clarified above is not included
Any thing that is not included is excluded from the budget.
Cost of Fish or any other non-standard item ordered by participants will be borne by them.
Bottled Water; Beverages is not included in the budget
Any other transport other than one clarified above is not included
Any thing that is not included is excluded from the budget.
We can book your train / bus tkts on your behalf subject to availability of tkts. Booking and Cancellation Charges for tkts will applicable.
Travel Options
Trains, and Luxury Bus
Mandatory Check list for camp
Clothes: Carry one pair of extra clothes per day. Do not carry heavy and tight fitting clothes.
(Recommended Track Pants, Tights, Three Fourth Pants, Full Sleeves T-Shirt, Beach Wear, Socks, Canvas Shoes or good trekking shoes, Spare floaters or slippers, Sun Glasses, Cap or Hat, Sun Screen, Mosquito Repellent)..
Mid meal snacks: Carry some mid-meal snacks to munch on during the day. They also keep you energized. Good examples are dry fruits, fresh fruits, chocolates, biscuits, energy bars, etc.
Toiletries: Personal hygiene items like a small soap, hand sanitizer, moisturizing cream, sunscreen, towel, shaving kit etc.
Other mandatory camping items: Torch, pocket knife, plate, cutlery, mug, mirror, 2 hand towels, One Towel, Soap, Shampoo etc.
Goodies: (Optional Items) Camera, Binoculars and Note pad
Carry all your belongings in a back pack. Also carry an extra bag (small nap sack) to carry water and other personal items you may need during the camp. The site where the activities will be conducted shall be 30 minutes drive from our place of stay.
Nature Knights Mountaineering Mandala - Few Albums
Mountaineering Mandalam - Snap shot Album
Album Six - Ratnagiri valley crossing
How to prepare your self for any adventure?
- Start walks 3 to 4 times per week; go for 45 minutes to 60 minutes brisk walk. If you can go for walks with your backpack or a smaller one nothing like it.
- Do stretching exercise (stiff body can break down easily).
- Built strength training (weights or GYM or at least do Surya Namaskar; Pushups; Squats and Stomach Crunches). 20 minutes 3 times per week is OK.
- Eat good food (have 3 to 4 servings of vegetable or fruit salads per day).
- Pranayam – Breathing exercise for developing stronger lungs.
- If you have purchased a new shoe for trek, start wearing it at least 10 to 15 days in advance to get used to the new shoe.
Looking forward to meet you for yet another exciting Nature Knights adventure.
Tide Timings, Dec 2011 on Event Dates:
Tide Timings, Dec 2011 on Event Dates:
| High Tide | Low Tide | High Tide | Low Tide | Moon | Sun Rise | Sun Set | ||
| Fri 16 | 3:16 AM IST / 4.32 m | 9:38 AM IST / 1.35 m | 3:30 PM IST / 3.44 m | 9:17 PM IST / 1.20 m | 7:03 AM IST | 6:03 PM IST | ||
| Sat 17 | 3:58 AM IST / 4.17 m | 10:32 AM IST / 1.26 m | 4:32 PM IST / 3.37 m | 10:17 PM IST / 1.52 m | 7:04 AM IST | 6:04 PM IST | ||
| Sun 18 | 4:46 AM IST / 3.99 m | 11:34 AM IST / 1.14 m | 5:47 PM IST / 3.36 m | 11:33 PM IST / 1.81 m | Last Quarter | 7:04 AM IST | 6:04 PM IST |
The Place, The Event..
Nature Knights – Mountaineering Mandala adventure at Ratnagiri
Where the mountains meets the beach
Where adventure meets the adventurer
Where the grommet meets appetite
.
Nature Knights: Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach
October 05, 2011
Nature Knights: Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach:
Lets Live Beyond The Edge (Discover the New U)
Take your time out for your self to experience life time experiences..
Few Moments of Truth...
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..
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..
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
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| Caving |
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| Rock Climbing |
Lets Live Beyond The Edge (Discover the New U)
 |
| That tingling sensation below your feet.. |
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| Cliff Rappelling |
Mountaineering Adventure at Ratnagiri Bhate Beach
October 14, 2010Take your time out for your self to experience life time experiences..
Extreme Adventure Sports Event at Ratnagiri...
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 Mandala Adventure..
Who can participate? (Anyone with basic fitness and no prior chronic illness)
.. no prior training required, event will be managed by experienced professionals..
Friday (Night 1) by train sleeper class or by Luxury Bus. (First preference Train travel).
Schedule
Night 1 - Thursday Night (Departure)
Early Evening Board Train / Bus
Camp Fee:
Rs.5750/- per head.
Includes:
Travel - by Train or Bus, Local transfer from Hotel to Train/Bus Depot, From Hotel to Adventure Site
Stay Non-Ac Rooms Triple Sharing,
Food (3 Breakfast, 3 Lunch, 2 Dinner and 3 Hi-Tea during the event at the Hotel).
Food will be standard Veg Thali.
Non-Veg food can be organised if ordered in advance for additional cost.
(Book Well in advance we have to reserve your train/bus tickets/ reserve rooms in hotels. We also have limited capacity due to extreme nature of adventure; reservation will be done purely on first-cum-first basis).
100% advance payment for confirmation.
Exclusions:
Food during travel between Mumbai to Ratnagiri is not included
Cost of Fish or any other non-standard item ordered by participants will be borne by them.
Bottled Water; Beverages is not included in the budget
Any other transport other than one clarified above is not included
Any thing that is not included is excluded from the budget.
Clothes: Carry one pair of extra clothes per day. Do not carry heavy and tight fitting clothes.
(Recommended Track Pants, Tights, Three Fourth Pants, Full Sleeves T-Shirt, Beach Wear, Socks, Canvas Shoes or good trekking shoes, Spare floaters or slippers, Sun Glasses, Cap or Hat, Sun Screen, Mosquito Repellent)..
Mid meal snacks: Carry some mid-meal snacks to munch on during the day. They also keep you energized. Good examples are dry fruits, fresh fruits, chocolates, biscuits, energy bars, etc.
Other mandatory camping items: Torch, pocket knife, plate, cutlery, mug, mirror, 2 hand towels, One Towel, Soap, Shampoo etc.
Carry all your belongings in a back pack. Also carry an extra bag (small nap sack) to carry water and other personal items you may need during the camp. The site where the activities will be conducted shall be 30 minutes drive from our place of stay.
Album Six - Ratnagiri valley crossing
Extreme Adventure Sports Event at Ratnagiri...
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 Mandala Adventure..
Lets Live Beyond The Edge (Discover the New U)
Dates: December 16, 17 and 18, 2011. (Friday, Saturday and Sunday).
(We start on Dec 15, Thursday Night).
We will be back on Dec 18 late night or Dec 19 early hour..
We will be back on Dec 18 late night or Dec 19 early hour..
Who can participate? (Anyone with basic fitness and no prior chronic illness)
.. no prior training required, event will be managed by experienced professionals..
3 Nights and 3 Days
Travel
Friday (Night 1) by train sleeper class or by Luxury Bus. (First preference Train travel).
Sunday Night 3) by train sleeper class expected to reach Mumbai by 6:00 am on monday morning
Activities
Activities
Activity under the guidance of mountaineering a guru, who is the winner of several National and State level awards.
Schedule
Night 1 - Thursday Night (Departure)
10.30 pm – Sleeper train or Luxury Bus
Day 1 - Friday (Rock Climbing)
and Beach Volley Ball
Day 1 - Friday (Rock Climbing)
and Beach Volley Ball
Day 2 - Saturday (Cliff Rappelling) and Dip in the sea
Day 3 - (Caving or Spelunking)
Day 3 - (Caving or Spelunking)
Early Evening Board Train / Bus
Camp Fee:
Rs.5750/- per head.
Includes:
Travel - by Train or Bus, Local transfer from Hotel to Train/Bus Depot, From Hotel to Adventure Site
Stay Non-Ac Rooms Triple Sharing,
Food (3 Breakfast, 3 Lunch, 2 Dinner and 3 Hi-Tea during the event at the Hotel).
Food will be standard Veg Thali.
Non-Veg food can be organised if ordered in advance for additional cost.
(Book Well in advance we have to reserve your train/bus tickets/ reserve rooms in hotels. We also have limited capacity due to extreme nature of adventure; reservation will be done purely on first-cum-first basis).
100% advance payment for confirmation.
Exclusions:
Food during travel between Mumbai to Ratnagiri is not included
Cost of Fish or any other non-standard item ordered by participants will be borne by them.
Bottled Water; Beverages is not included in the budget
Any other transport other than one clarified above is not included
Any thing that is not included is excluded from the budget.
Mandatory Check list for camp:
Clothes: Carry one pair of extra clothes per day. Do not carry heavy and tight fitting clothes.
(Recommended Track Pants, Tights, Three Fourth Pants, Full Sleeves T-Shirt, Beach Wear, Socks, Canvas Shoes or good trekking shoes, Spare floaters or slippers, Sun Glasses, Cap or Hat, Sun Screen, Mosquito Repellent)..
Mid meal snacks: Carry some mid-meal snacks to munch on during the day. They also keep you energized. Good examples are dry fruits, fresh fruits, chocolates, biscuits, energy bars, etc.
Toiletries: Personal hygiene items like a small soap, hand sanitizer, moisturizing cream, sunscreen, towel, shaving kit etc.
Other mandatory camping items: Torch, pocket knife, plate, cutlery, mug, mirror, 2 hand towels, One Towel, Soap, Shampoo etc.
Goodies: (Optional Items) Camera, Binoculars and Note pad
Carry all your belongings in a back pack. Also carry an extra bag (small nap sack) to carry water and other personal items you may need during the camp. The site where the activities will be conducted shall be 30 minutes drive from our place of stay.
Album Six - Ratnagiri valley crossing
How to prepare your self for any adventure?
Fitness – Most important
- Start walks 3 to 4 times per week; go for 45 minutes to 60 minutes brisk walk. If you can go for walks with your backpack or a smaller one nothing like it.
- Do stretching exercise (stiff body can break down easily).
- Built strength training (weights or GYM or at least do Surya Namaskar; Pushups; Squats and Stomach Crunches). 20 minutes 3 times per week is OK.
- Eat good food (have 3 to 4 servings of vegetable or fruit salads per day).
- Pranayam – Breathing exercise for developing stronger lungs.
- If you have purchased a new shoe for trek, start wearing it at least 10 to 15 days in advance to get used to the new shoe.
Looking forward to meet you for yet another exciting Nature Knights adventure.
Tide Timings, Dec 2011 on Event Dates:
The Place, The Event..
Tide Timings, Dec 2011 on Event Dates:
| High Tide | Low Tide | High Tide | Low Tide | Moon | Sun Rise | Sun Set | ||
| Fri 16 | 3:16 AM IST / 4.32 m | 9:38 AM IST / 1.35 m | 3:30 PM IST / 3.44 m | 9:17 PM IST / 1.20 m | 7:03 AM IST | 6:03 PM IST | ||
| Sat 17 | 3:58 AM IST / 4.17 m | 10:32 AM IST / 1.26 m | 4:32 PM IST / 3.37 m | 10:17 PM IST / 1.52 m | 7:04 AM IST | 6:04 PM IST | ||
| Sun 18 | 4:46 AM IST / 3.99 m | 11:34 AM IST / 1.14 m | 5:47 PM IST / 3.36 m | 11:33 PM IST / 1.81 m | Last Quarter | 7:04 AM IST | 6:04 PM IST |
The Place, The Event..
Nature Knights – Mountaineering Mandala adventure at Ratnagiri
Where the mountains meets the beach
Where adventure meets the adventurer
Where the grommet meets appetite
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..
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..
