Showing posts with label Trekking Club India. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Trekking Club India. Show all posts
Nature Knights: Sandan Valley Trek
November 17, 2013Nature Knights: Sandan Valley Trek:
Experiences: Like no other trek in Maharashtra, Canyoning, Trekking, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Sliding, Descending, Wading Through Water, Camping.. adapting to the Valley of Shadows, Back Packing, and absolutely boot camp type trek.
Category: Medium to Tough
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December 27, 28 and 29, 2013
Trekking into the Valley of Shadows
Experiences: Like no other trek in Maharashtra, Canyoning, Trekking, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Sliding, Descending, Wading Through Water, Camping.. adapting to the Valley of Shadows, Back Packing, and absolutely boot camp type trek.
Category: Medium to Tough
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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
Sandan Valley Trek
June 10, 2013
Trekking into the Valley of Shadows - An Adventure like no other..
December: 11th, 12th and 13th 2015.
Category: Medium to Tough
Location :- Igatpuri - Ghoti - Bhandardhara - Samrad
Camp Fee
Rs.4750/-
Travel - Mumbai to Mumbai
Capacity only 20 Participants.
Rs.4750/-
Travel - Mumbai to Mumbai
Capacity only 20 Participants.
Travel from Mumbai to Base Village and Back (private bus).
Camping in Wilderness Night 1 and Night 2.
Meals:
Day 1 - Evening Tea Biscuits and Dinner with Campfire
Day 2 - Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner
Day 3 - Breakfast and Lunch
Safety Equipments:
Mountaineering Equipments including Ropes; Harnesses; Carabiners; Helmets; Gloves etc.
Trek and Adventure Support - Skilled Nature Knights Mountaineering Tea.
Porters for carrying Common Food; Tents and Equipments etc.
Camping in Wilderness Night 1 and Night 2.
Meals:
Day 1 - Evening Tea Biscuits and Dinner with Campfire
Day 2 - Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner
Day 3 - Breakfast and Lunch
Safety Equipments:
Mountaineering Equipments including Ropes; Harnesses; Carabiners; Helmets; Gloves etc.
Trek and Adventure Support - Skilled Nature Knights Mountaineering Tea.
Porters for carrying Common Food; Tents and Equipments etc.
Excludes
Personal Porters (if the participants requires one).
Tentative Plan
Day 1 - Friday.
Bus Travel Pickup and Drop Points:
10:00 am Andheri, Western Express near Bislery Junction, Western Express Highway
11:00 am Ghatkopar - Near Ghatkopar Bus Depot
11:15 am Mulund along Eastern Express Highway near Mulund Toll Naka
11:30 am Thane - near Teen Hath Naka along highway, below the bridge
12:00 pm Kalyan on the Highway.
01:00 pm to 02:00 pm Halt near Igatpuri for Lunch Break at a restaurant
02:00 pm to 4:30 pm Arrive at Base Village
Pitching Tents / Exploring the area.
Enjoy Campfire and Dinner in the starry night
Day 2 - Saturday
summary of day 2
Early Wake-up
Early Breakfast at Campsite
06:30 am – Start trek (Sandan Valley).
Trekking Lunch on the Way
Trekking Lunch on the Way
7:15 Am – First water body, 4 ft. Water.
8:00 Am – 2 ft. Water.
9:00 Am – End of narrow valley. Start of Descend through the Nali
10:30 Am – Tarzan Swing Point.
11:30 Pm – Expected exposed to Sun Patch.
11:30 pm to 4:00 pm Super Adventure Continues.
- 10 Minutes after rappelling, Rock patch 1 ending in water body. 3 ft. Max depth of Water.
- Use of Rope ladder with belay (Descend and slide stunt) – 20 ft.
- Baggage will be lowered with technical gear, separately.
- 15 Minutes after Rock Patch 1, we reach rock patch 2 – (30 ft.).
- Mini caving, crawling experience followed by immediate rappelling (15 feet).
- Baggage will be lowered with technical gear, separately.
- Rappelling stance not possible
- Rope Ladder support will be also be provided.
- 30 Minutes after Rock Patch 2, we reach last rock patch (30 ft.).
- Technical experiences (combination of wriggling, sliding, chimney, rappelling)
- ‘V’ Shaped crevice over hang on the left under the crevice.
- Sloping rock on the right.
- No hand holds or foot holds.
- Plain rock with 15 ft. Vertical drop and 15 ft. Of 60 degrees incline.
- 5 Minutes After last rock patch.
- We will provide (Tube) floats for support.
- 6 ft. Deep Water Pool (Water Stunts).
- 5x5 ft. Stones (4 nos) inside the pool at 3 ft. Height.
- Length of pool 30 – 40 ft.
- Clear Water.
- Stones not slippery.
- 30 Minutes from Rock Patch. [Campsite]
- Uneven, But wide rock surface with drinking water stream on the side.
- Reach at Advance Camp, Pitch tents,
- Wild Chefs, wild chefs and dinner with Campfire, hit sack for the night.
Day 3 - Sunday.
5:30 am Wake up Call , Freshen Up
Early morning dip in chilled blue lagoon pond
09:00 am Quick Breakfast and start trek
- One Hour River Bed Trek.
- One Hour trek on gentle hill slopes.
- Walk Two Hours tractor/Bullock cart road. (We will try for a bullock or tractor ride experience).
- Return Travel by private bus..
- One Hour 30 Minutes ride to Asangaon Station via. Dolkhamb and Shahpur.
- Travel Dehne – Dolkhamb (Exploring local village flea market)
- proceed further to Asangaon
- 05:00 pm Arrival back in Mumbai..
Expected arrival in Mumbai 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Sandhan Valley Trek is a unique experience combining adventure activities such as Rappelling and staying admidst nature. Sandhan valley is a water carved valley around 200 feet deep. Sandhan is located near beautiful Bhandardara region near village called Samrad. Samrad village and Sandhan Valley is surrounded bu Alang,Madan ad Kulang mountains. This place also has Ratangad,Ajoba and Kalsubai mountain ranges. Kalsubai is the highest peak in Maharashtra spanning 5400 feets.
Brilliant & deep narrow rock floored ravine between the two high walls of mountain range. At some places its width is less than 3 ft so that at some places sun rays unable to reach. So it’s called valley of shadow. it is accessible throughout the year except monsoon. To go at end side of gorge you have cross 2-3 water pools, water level changes according to seasons, in winter it is up to waist & in summer it is up to knee height. At the end of valley you get magnificent view of high cliffs & deep valley.
The Sandhan valley trek incorporates a rappelling experience and freehold rock climbing and descending. Technical support of experienced trekkers and all safety mountaineering equipment will be used for the event to ensure safety.
Sandhan Valley is accessible from Nov to May.
Sandhan Valley trek starts from Samrad village. Total trek includes rappelling and crossing pool of water. and deep gorges and one of its kind of lifetime experience which you feel at end of the trek.
Bhimashankar Sidi-ghat Trek
April 06, 2013
Date: August 4th, 2013.
Adventure Trek and Rock Climbing for Amateurs in company of experienced trekkers; Don't forget your swimming trunks and towel.
You and Your Friends Welcome to Join Nature Knights on a Great Eco-Adventure...
You and Your Friends Welcome to Join Nature Knights on a Great Eco-Adventure...
Trek Route
Khandas Village to Base of Sidi Ghat - [30 to 40 Minutes] (Grade Easy)
Sidi Ghat Climb - Climb [30 to 40 Minutes] (Grade Challenging, Steep slope)
Lunch and Chill Out on Sidi Ghat Plateau [Time Spend 2 Hours] (Grade - Chill Out)
Traverse Across Plateau [Over Sidi Ghat] - 40 Minutes (Grade Easy)
Down Hill Climb via Ganesh Ghat - [Approx 60 Minutes] (Grade Easy)
Swim in Stream on the way back - [60 Minutes] (Grade - Chill Out)
Bhimashankar Altitude: 1034 mtrs
Event: Trek Bhimashankar Sidi Ghat (While Going Up, Return from the Plateau via Ganesh Ghat)..
Event: Trek Bhimashankar Sidi Ghat (While Going Up, Return from the Plateau via Ganesh Ghat)..
Location: 128 km from Pune (via Manchar) or by trek via Khandas (Near Karjat / Neral)
Best Season: Monsoon and Winter
For inquiries on custom packages for Bhimashankar kindly get in touch with
Camp Fee: Rs.950/-.
Includes: Travel By Bus; Packed Breakfast, Evening Tea/Biscuit, Guide and Tech Support.
Includes: Travel By Bus; Packed Breakfast, Evening Tea/Biscuit, Guide and Tech Support.
Carry your own packed lunch.
Link to Photo Album
More about Bhimashankar
There are three route to Bhimashankar starting from Khandas; one is from Ganeshghat the easiest at the same time the longest; 2nd going via waterfall and the third the shortest but the most adventurous (sidi ghat) route; we will be taking thist shortest but also the most adventurous trail to Bhimashankar.
The trek to Bhimashankar via Sidi Ghat is adventurous and involves a bit of elementary rock climbing. We will be carrying safety equipment like Carnamental Rope (Mountaineering Ropes); Carabineers; Descender; Mechanical Ascender; Tape Slings etc. The group will be a mix of experienced trekkers and also new explorers into trekking (but ready to rough it out in the psychological thriller walk).
Tentative Schedule
6:00am Start from Andheri West, S. V. Road, Near Merwans Bakery, Outside Bus Depot
6:15am Santruz (East), Western Express Highway
6:20 am Bandra Kalanagar Junction (At end of Sky Walk).
6:25 am Sion Station
6:35 am Chembur (Opp. Akbar Allis Departmental Store)
6:50 am Vashi (Station Road and Highway Junction)
8:00 am Breakfast
Option (Idli; Medu Wada; Dosa; Bata Wada (With Tea or Coffee).
10:00 am Trek Starts at Khandas
12:00 pm Reach at First Plateau
Lunch at First Plateau
2:00 pm Start our trek back from Ganesh Ghat to Khandas
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Swim in the River/Stream
5:00 pm Start from Mumbai
9:00 pm Expected Arrival back at Mumbai
6:15am Santruz (East), Western Express Highway
6:20 am Bandra Kalanagar Junction (At end of Sky Walk).
6:25 am Sion Station
6:35 am Chembur (Opp. Akbar Allis Departmental Store)
6:50 am Vashi (Station Road and Highway Junction)
8:00 am Breakfast
Option (Idli; Medu Wada; Dosa; Bata Wada (With Tea or Coffee).
10:00 am Trek Starts at Khandas
12:00 pm Reach at First Plateau
Lunch at First Plateau
2:00 pm Start our trek back from Ganesh Ghat to Khandas
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Swim in the River/Stream
5:00 pm Start from Mumbai
9:00 pm Expected Arrival back at Mumbai
Check List for trek
Suggestions for packed lunch: (Sandwiches); Thepla; Potato Vegetable; Roti; Boiled Eggs; Ready to eat canned food; home cooked roti / dry vegetable; Puran Poli; Bread / Cheese slice / spread; Potato Vada; Bread; etc..you can get creative; We will have multi-cultural buffet. Carry tetra packed buttermilk.)
Also carry some chocolates; biscuits; salad items; 3 liters water per head for on-the-way in-between meals and water.
Attire:
Track pants or tights or any comfortable clothes (avoid heavy jeans)
Full sleeves T-shirt, (you may carry spare change clothes)
Carry Spare Swimming trunks, light towel
Rain wear (Poncho, or Short light Raincoat), Rain Cap or Hat
Regular Sun Cap or Hat
Hand Towel
Other mandatory items
Flash light with spare batteries
Water (2 liters per head)
Packed Lunch for day 2 (For those coming only for one day camp).
Pack all items in plastic bags before packing it in your backpack or ruck sack
Pack everything in your backpack properly. Light items on top and bottom side of bag, heavy item towards center and towards your shoulder and body. Use compression straps to tighten the bag from all sides so that items inside the bag do not keep shifting.
Optional items
Comb and pocket mirror
personal medical kit
Mosquito repellent
Camera
Eco-Adventure Code
We strongly believe in traveling in small groups, and follow the principle leave only footprints and take only memories.
How to prepare your self for any treks?
Go through the “What to carry?” matrix while packing your backpack.
Carry personal medical kit, even though general first aid kit is available with the group.
Rehearse packing and un-packing of your bags with proposed items to be packed (Remember - every item has a place, every item in its place); check the weight of your bag. You have to carry this weight for 4 to 5 hours of trek; do not carry items not required
More about Bhimashankar
The adventure
Bhimashankar is a dream destination for any trekker, a paradise for a Naturalist, a spiritual journey for a religious person; a perfect setting for an exciting eco-adventure.
The excitement begins right at Neral station as you have your breakfast and sip of tea anticipating what’s to come. You start your travel from Neral / Karjat in dugdugies for a bumpy ride along countryside till you reach the village Khandas. We are ready for the trek once we finish our induction and introduction. The trail leading from Khandas village to Bhimashankar goes through all kinds of terrain; the trail start as a flat cross country walk to a semi-deciduous scrubland and as you progress the climber gets steeper and finally ending in a ever-green forest. Few patches also involves a bit of armature rock climbing. You pass through a glimpse of history as you cross two forts Tung and Paddar Killa;
Once on top of Bhimashankar you can’t resist visiting Ancient Jyotir ling temple or explore the mysterious Gupt (Secret) Bhimashankar Ling hidden the cool forest Bhimashankar; We also have the rare temple of Goddess Anjana.
There is a beautiful temple of Lord Shiva which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. Lord Shankara after getting angry, killed Rakshas Tripurasura. The heat generated from their war caused the origin of river Bhima. That is why it is called Bhimashankar.
Play a nature detective trying to site the secretive Shekru (Giant Squirrel of Bhimashankar); for anxious bird watchers there is plenty of Bird life, Keep your binoculars; camera and field guide handy. A walk through the old jungle of Bhimashankar is magical experience liven your spirit green and clean. Bhimashankar is conserve red forest area and wildlife sanctuary where a variety of birds, animals, flowers, plants can be seen.
There are Buddha style carvings of Amba-Ambika, Bhootling and Bhimashankar in the hills of Manmod near Bhimashankar. A big size bell in Hemadpanthi structure built by Nana Phadanavis is also a feature of Bhimashankar.
Various places that could be visited in Bhimashankar are Hanuman Lake, Gupt Bhimashankar, Origin of River Bhima, Nag Phani, Bombay Point, Sakshi Vinayak and lot more.
Get cozy in pleasant Climate; put your feet up at end of the day in any vintage Ashrams; If in mood for sweet tooth try the local Khoya Sweets served by warm people; there is lots more to discover for those inquisitive and adventurous.
