Nature Knights: Eco-Tours - Andaman Islands
August 19, 2013Nature Knights: Eco-Tours - Andaman Islands:
Dates: Apr 5th, 2014 to Apri 12th 2014.
Experiences
Lazing around in remote un-spoilt beaches; in most of the beaches you can see up to an average depth of 10 to 20 meters, makes an ideal country for Snorkeling and Scuba Diving, Elephant Training Camps, Cross Country Cycling, Sea Food, Boat Ride in Mangroves, Game fishing, best season for game fishing March.. Read on..
Experiences
Lazing around in remote un-spoilt beaches; in most of the beaches you can see up to an average depth of 10 to 20 meters, makes an ideal country for Snorkeling and Scuba Diving, Elephant Training Camps, Cross Country Cycling, Sea Food, Boat Ride in Mangroves, Game fishing, best season for game fishing March.. Read on..
Bhivpuri Waterfall Trek
August 13, 2013A Fresh Green Hike Exploring Waterfall Country, Bhivpuri
All belongings in backpack (Keep all belongings in double plastic before keeping in backpack).
Thanks.
Date: Aug 18, 2013.
6:00 am Reporting at Dadar Station
with return train tickets to Bhivpuri (Central Line Local Train)
Train journey
8:00 am arrival at Bhivpuri Station
Breakfast near Station (Breakfast at local dhaba is on Nature Knights)
Small Trek
Exploring and Fun in Waterfalls / Countryside of Bhivpuri area
Exploring and Fun in Waterfalls / Countryside of Bhivpuri area
Lunch (Packed lunch has to be carried by all participants
4:00 pm arrival back at Bhivpuri Station
Evening Tea with Biscuit or Vada Pav (On Nature Knights)
Camp Fee: Rs.350/- includes morning tea/breakfast; evening tea/biscuit/vadapav program management.
Packed lunch and water has to be carried by all individuals.
Rain wear / trekking or Canvas shoe
Change clothes All belongings in backpack (Keep all belongings in double plastic before keeping in backpack).
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Nature Knights: Siddhagad
August 06, 2013Nature Knights: Siddhagad:
Date: August 24, 2013
More than a trek (A complete Adventure)
Hill Climb; Rock Climb, Traverse, Archaeology; Tribal Village; Lots of Greenery; and misty monsoon clouds and a big adventure climb.
Will be supported by experienced trekkers and safety equipments..
Will be supported by experienced trekkers and safety equipments..
Rating: Moderate but difficult (Involves few patches of basic rock climbing and few exposed traverses). Climb 3.5 to 4 hours one way. read on for details
Nature Knights: Waterfall Rappelling 2013
August 01, 2013Nature Knights: Waterfall Rappelling 2013:
Tufani Adventure, Canyoning, Waterfall Rappelling, Trek, Village Food and Loads of Waterfalls..
Custom event we can also add Rock Climbing, Valley Crossing, Zip Lines, Jumaring etc.
Power Rappelling over 120 feet of gushing waterfall .. feel the Surf hit you face, feel the adrenaline rush..
Big Waterfall Rappelling Adventure at Madap Waterfall.Other mountaineering sports are also available on advance request if you have a sizable group.
(Vihigaon Waterfall forest department is no longer allowing rappelling here until further notice).
Custom events possible at:
Madap Waterfalls (Mumbai- Pune Highway)
Dudhiware waterfall (Near Lonavala)
Kune Waterfalls (Near Lonavala)Ulhas Valley (Near Karjat)
Vihigaon Waterfall (Near Kasara) click here to read on
Fixed Dates -Aug 11
August and September 2013 (Custom Groups / Dates Possible) Tufani Adventure, Canyoning, Waterfall Rappelling, Trek, Village Food and Loads of Waterfalls..
Custom event we can also add Rock Climbing, Valley Crossing, Zip Lines, Jumaring etc.
Power Rappelling over 120 feet of gushing waterfall .. feel the Surf hit you face, feel the adrenaline rush..
Big Waterfall Rappelling Adventure at Madap Waterfall.Other mountaineering sports are also available on advance request if you have a sizable group.
(Vihigaon Waterfall forest department is no longer allowing rappelling here until further notice).
Custom events possible at:
Madap Waterfalls (Mumbai- Pune Highway)
Dudhiware waterfall (Near Lonavala)
Kune Waterfalls (Near Lonavala)Ulhas Valley (Near Karjat)
Vihigaon Waterfall (Near Kasara) click here to read on
Dudhsagar Waterfall
July 23, 2013
A Journey to Misty Magical Land
- Dudhsagar, Goa
Independence weekend trip - Aug 15 to 17th 2013
Experiences
One of the most beautiful train journey through undisturbed places in Western India, Tunnels, Streams, Waterfalls, Bridges, Greenery, Tropical Song Birds, Animals and A Classic Goan Homestay with Goan Food.. A Complete Nostalgic Experience.
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| Dudhsagar Railway Station |
The unchanged paradise for almost a century!
Schedule
15th Aug, 2013
1300 - Arrive at Pune
1400 - Lunch (Excluded in the cost)
1635 - Board the train
16th Aug, 2013
0330 - Arrive at Castle Rock
0400 - Check in into Home Stay..
The Place - a home - beautiful Song Birds..- lush green forest
The Place - a home - beautiful Song Birds..- lush green forest
0900 - Wake up & freshen up
0930 - B/f
1030 - Arrive at Castle Rock Station
1100 - Board train to Dudhsagar
1200 - Arrive at Dudhsagar. Explore
1700 - Start from Dudhsagar
1800 - Reach Castle Rock
1830 - Arrive at the hotel
2000 - Dinner and chill out
17th Aug, 2013
0730 B/f & freshen up
0830 Check out of hotel
0900 Arrive at Castle rock Stn.
0930 Board Train to Madgao
1100 Arrive at Madgao
1200 Lunch (Excluded in the cost)
1100 to 2000 - Explore Colva beach and surrounding area
2100 Catch a bus/train back to Mumbai (Excluded in the cost)
2100 Catch a bus/train back to Mumbai (Excluded in the cost)
Cost Includes :
Mumbai to Castle rock train tickets
Castle rock to Dudhsagar return tickets
Caste rock to Madgao Train tickets
15th Aug - No meals
16th Aug - B/f, Packed lunch, Dinner
17th Aug - B/f, Lunch
Excludes
In-transit meals or any meal or menu that is not part of the package
Bottled Water; Beverages
Laundry, Shopping etc
Travel Insurance
Goa to Mumbai return Bus or other transport cost
Any other cost that is not mentioned in inclusions
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Home Stay location inside the Dudhsagar Forest |
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One of the many tunnels through which the train passes
Dudhsagar Waterfall
The magnificent Dudhsagar Waterfall is perched in the high peaks of the Western Ghats and is a sight to behold especially in the monsoons when it is in full and furious flow. From a distance, the waterfall appears like streams of milk rushing down the mountainside. The exhuberent and spectacular waterfall is located in the Sanguem taluka. Measuring a mighty 600m from head to foot, this waterfall on the Goa-Karnataka border, attracts a steady stream of visitors from the coast into the rugged Western Ghats. After pouring across the Deccan plateau, the headwaters of the Mandovi River form a foaming torrent that splits into three streams to cascade down a near-vertical cliff face into a deep green pool.
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Picture Perfect pool at the base of the falls |
The Konkani name for the falls, which literally translated means "sea of milk", derives from clouds of milky foam which rises up at the bottom of the falls. Dudhsagar is set amidst breathtaking scenery overlooking a steep, crescent-shaped head of a valley carpeted with pristine tropical forest, that is only accessible on foot or by train.
Associated legend
Like most places in Goa, the Dudhsagar waterfall too has a legend attached to its name. The legend tells the story of this powerful and wealthy king who ruled a kingdom in the Western Ghats. His lavish and opulent palace in the hills was surrounded by vast gardens which were full of deers and gazelles.
The King had a beautiful daughter, who used to enjoy taking a bath during the hot summers, in the picturesque lake near the forest on the edge of the King's palace grounds. It was her habit to finish her bath and have a jugful of sugared milk in a jug made of pure gold.
One day when she was finishing her usual jug of milk she found herself being watched by a handsome prince standing amongst the trees. Embarrassed by her inadequate bathing attire, the resourceful Princess poured the sugared milk in front of her to form an improvised curtain to hide her body, while one of the maids rushed to cover her with a dress.
Thus was the legend born? The sugared milk (dudh) poured down the mountainside and continued to flow in torrents as a tribute to the everlasting virtue and modesty of the Princess of the Ghats. The Dudh Sagar (Sea of Milk) continues to flow to this day and attracts thousands of visitors to one of the most popular and famous tourist spots in the state of Goa.
Near the top of the falls, the railway line from Vasco to Londa crosses the mountainside, with excellent views from the train. There also a couple of pools that you can swim in, making Dudhsagar a great place for a day full of fun and frolic. The alternate way of reaching the falls is only advisable between January and May, when the level of the water in the rivers abates enough to permit jeeps to approach the base of the falls.
Fall and Its Surroundings
Dudhsagar waterfalls and the roads surrounding it are maintained by the Goa Forest Department. It is considered to be one of the world's most beautiful water falls, is listed as India's fifth tallest water fall and has a total height of 310 meters. It looks extremely spectacular especially during the monsoon season. However, the roads leading to the fall remain closed during the rainy season and are opened for public transport only after October. The cascading waters form a pond beneath in which people can bathe but at their own risk. The waterfall which is located inside the Bhagwan Mahavir Wild Life Sanctuary of Collem in South Goa is surrounded by a thick deciduous forest which houses various species of animals, plants, insects and birds.
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A video showing the waterfalls in the monsoon. A breathtaking view!
Cycling Portuguese Trail
June 11, 2013
Cycling Portuguese Trail
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
Diwali Special
7am to 3pm
(For those who do not have their own cycles) - Cycle Rentals + Transport for rented Cycles cost Rs.700/- per head.
Meeting Time : 0700 am @ Andheri (W)
Meeting Place : Gods Gift Tower, Yari Road, Versova, Andheri West (5 minutes walk from Mud Jetty).
Meeting Place : Gods Gift Tower, Yari Road, Versova, Andheri West (5 minutes walk from Mud Jetty).
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 17thcentury. 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…!!
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 and be back by 3 pm at Versova.
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).
Nature Knights: Waterfall Rappelling 2013
June 11, 2013Sheer adrenaline rush.. Extreme Adventure Extreme Rush
Power Rappelling over 120 feet of gushing waterfall .. feel the Surf hit you face, feel the adrenaline rush..
Other mountaineering sports are also available on advance request if you have a sizable group.
Activities
Water Fall Rappelling (120 feet), Introduction to Basics of Mountaineering (Equipment's and their correct use), Small Countryside Hikes and Monsoon Team Games...
Registration with 100% advance mandatory click here to read on
Fixed Dates - Aug 11
August 2013 (Custom Groups / Dates Possible) Location - Madap Waterfall
Power Rappelling over 120 feet of gushing waterfall .. feel the Surf hit you face, feel the adrenaline rush..
Other mountaineering sports are also available on advance request if you have a sizable group.
Activities
Water Fall Rappelling (120 feet), Introduction to Basics of Mountaineering (Equipment's and their correct use), Small Countryside Hikes and Monsoon Team Games...
Registration with 100% advance mandatory click here to read on
