Overnight trek to
Harishchandragad via Tolarkind on 16th – 17th Jan 2016
Harishchandragad
is one of the best high forts near Mumbai, Maharashtra. Strong fortifications
of this fort has more than 3 routes, such as Junnar gate route, Sadhle ghat,
Nalichi wat and Indore wat.
Summary
Height:
4650 ft
Grade:
Medium – tuff
Endurance:
High
Assembly:
Kalyan railway station
Duration:
2 Days and 2 Nights.
Region:
Malshej ghat
Contribution:
Rs 1500.00 per participant.
Last
Date: 22 October 2015 to register.
Trek Leader:
Rajesh Mhaddalkar
About
The
carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the
Harishchandreshwar temple and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort
belongs to the medieval period, since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath.
Later the fort was under the control of Moguls. The Marathas captured it in
1747. Main attractions on Fort: Saptatirtha Pushkarni, Kedareshwar Cave, Konkan
Kada (Konkan cliff), Taramati peak, Temple of Harishchandreshwar.
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Outdoors itinerary for the trek to Harishchandragad
Day 1 (16 Jan. 2015)
08:00 Sharp
Meeting at Kalyan S.T. Depot (which is at Kalyan (w) opp. Kalyan Rly. Station
11:00
Reach Khubi Phata
12:00
Reach Khireshwar (base Village)
Start
Trek at 05:00 pm Reach at Harishchandragad fort (meal in route)
6:00 pm
at amazing Konkankada
7:30 –
8:00 back to Harishchandragad Caves
9:00
Dinner & Camp fire, Good bye Day
Day 2 (17 Jan. 2015)
06:00
Good Morning
07:00
Visit Taramati peak & back to temple.
09:30
Start descending Harishchandragad
13:00
Lunch in the village.
15:00
Reach Khubi Phata & proceed towards Kalyan.
20:00
Disperse at Kalyan ST bus depot (subjective)
Note: The
cost of the event would be Rs. 1500.00 (discount Rs. 200.00 for Members)
Inclusion:
The above cost includes travel from Kalyan to Kalyan travel, 1 Veg Lunch, 1 veg
dinner and 1 Morning Breakfast & Mumbai Outdoors charges if any.
Exclusion:
Emergency medical evacuations if any required, Insurance or any other
item/event not mentioned in the inclusion list.
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Outdoors suggested List of Items to carry
1. Snugly
fitting canvas shoes / Sports shoes, Sewing kit, spare shoes laces
2.
Rucksack / Shoulder bag which can hold following items
3. Pack
your stuff with an extra polythene lining to protect the contents from rain.
4. Water
Bottle (3lts minimum) compulsory, Sun Cap, Spare Cotton Track pant & T-
shirt.
5.
Personal medical kit (personal medicines if any, prescribed by family doctor).
6.
Personal bedding, sleeping Bag / 2 bed sheets & carry mat, safety pins.
7. Torch
with spare set of batteries, Light weight towel. plate, tumbler, tea mug/ cup,
spoon.
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Carry one time meal ******
***
Participation confirmation only via confirmed bank transfer. ***
*****
Telephonic confirmation is required to confirm your participation.***
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Outdoors rules for this trek
1.
Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
2. Trek
leader’s decision will be final and binding.
3. Mumbai
Outdoors reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the event without
prior notice.
4.
Sleeveless, low neck, figure hugging shirts/skirts/tops, short pants, hot pants
not allowed.
5. Please
avoid wearing gold and other jewellery (at own risk). Please do not carry
handbags or Jolas or Sling bags on treks.
We would
like to hear from you – Call/SMS:
8767142524
Disclosures
on medical conditions
It is
mandatory that you visit your personal physician before enrolling for the trip
if you suffer from any illness of any kind and disclose the same and your medical
history to the organizers of the trip so that best possible arrangements can be
carried out post approval. As organizers of the trip, we will be responsible
for providing basic first aid throughout the trip. In case of unexpected
mishaps or accidents, we will arrange for the injured patron to be taken to the
nearest medical hospital wherever possible. The medical expenses will have to
be borne by the patrons themselves. The cost mentioned above is for Indian
citizens ONLY payable in Indian Rupees.
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