VRangers Trek to Madhu-Makarandgad on 29-30th May!

VRangers Trek to MadhuMakarandgad on 29-30th May!


Grade: Medium

Range : Mahabaleshwar and Pratapgad region

Height : 1236 Meters

Base village : Hatlot

Some information about Madhu-Makrandgad:

The fort is located on the reservoir of river Koyna and sheltered with thick forest. The village Ghonuspur mid-way has primary school and one Mahadev temple. There is no protecting wall around fort. On the top of the fort there is temple of Lord Bhairoba. Also there is a water tank on the top of the fort which is at the east of the fort. After this Makarandgad fort there is Madhu Shikhar peak. From the top of the fort one can see Mahabaleshwar range, Pratapgad, on west side are Sumargad, Mahipatgad and Rasalgad. Also you can also see Koyna river and the backwater of Shivsagar dam.

The charges for this trek are Rs 900 /- each, which includes traveling from Mumbai to Mumbai (Private transportation), Breakfast, tea, expertise charges, Lunch for 30th may 2010, expertise charges etc.

Here is a list of all the things that is needed to be carried for the trek:

A haversack to put in all the things to be carried,

A bottle of water (3 Ltrs),

Dinner for Saturday,

Camera (Optional, but don’t hesitate to borrow if u don’t have coz the view atop is beautiful!)

Shoes:- Trekking Shoes (No Chappals allowed!!!), Socks (Carry an extra pair!)

Personal Medication (Which you normally require)

Food : Snacks, busicuits, cakes etc. One Lemon (Compulsory!)

TORCH with extra batteries

Photo identification proof.

Meeting Place: Swami Narayan Mandir, Dadar, 8 PM Sharp.

Itenerary:

1. Start from dadar at 8PM as mentioned.

2. Reach the base village, Hatlot, by 2 AM. Here we will take rest for 2 hours.

3. Wake UP call at 5.30AM. Have tea and breakfast. Start trek at 6.30 AM.

4. 10 AM- Madhu Makarand gad atop. Explore the fort for 1 hour and start descending.

5. Reach base village by 12.30 PM. Rest for half an hour.

6. Start return journey via Mahabaleshwar. Lunch at Mahabaleshwar.

7. Reach Mumbai by 8 PM (That’s subjective).

Link of the pics:

http://picasaweb.google.com/deveshbpande/MadhuMakarandgadWithTrekDi#

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For further information contact our rangers

Sudhir : 9821218771

Devesh: 9922507247

Cheers!!!
Team VRangers!!!

VRangers Trek to Vasota on 26Ngt-27-28 Feb 2010.

Hi friends,

We, at VRangers, have arranged a trek to Vasota–Nageshwar in Satara region on 26th Ngt-27th -28th Feb 2010.

Type: Forest Fort
Height: 4267 ft
Grade: Medium
District: Satara
Range: Mahabaleshwar
Base Village: Bamnoli .

Some information about Vasota and the trek:

Situated in the dense forest, surrounded by the river Koyna, is the fort of Vasota, which according to ‘Dnyaneshwari’ means resting place. This fort is also known as Vyaghragad. This old warrior offers one of the most thrilling treks in the Sahyadri as far as trekking through forestation is concerned. Dense forest all the way through, panoramic view of the Shivsagar Lake in the east and Konkan on the west, wonderful cave at Nageshwar for a stay, makes this a fort of special interest for amateur trekkers and photographers.


Though not too much of remnants are present on Vasota, the view of Koyna backwaters on one side and Konkan on the other side is quite satisfying

For more information follow this link:
http://www.maharashtra.gov.in/english/gazetteer/SATARA/places_Vasota.html

Trek Schedule:

Meet on Feb 26, 2010 Friday, sharp 9 pm at Dadar TT near Swami Narayan Mandir. Catch the Bus for Satara at 9.15 pm and reach Satara by 5.30 am on Saturday. From Satara we will go to Bamnoli. We will reach Bamnoli within 2 hrs. From Bamnoli, we will reach Indavali by ferry (approx 2 hours). We will explore Vasota- Nageshwar (6-7 hr trek). We will be returning home by 10 pm on 28th feb 2010.
The cost for the trek will be 1300/- per head which includes travelling from Mumbai to Mumbai, Vasota Jungle Entry Fees, Tent fees, Food.

Those people joining in from pune can meet us directly at satara bus station. The charges of the trek will be 800/- per head excluding the tickets to and from satara. (You will have to get your own tickets to and from satara).


Payment Details :

One needs to pay in advance of Rs 300/- to our VRangers Leads to confirm his/her registration.
Max Participants :25 ppl ( Reg.on call only) .

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:-
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has hands free while trekking.
2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs).
3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)
4. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (compulsory).
5. Torch with extra batteries, Matchbox, Candles, Old Newspapers, A spoon and a plate(compulsory).
6. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, Mosquito’s cream.
7. A pair of good trekking shoes, Bedding (sleeping mat and shawl) and Extra pair of clothes.
8. Maggi and Saturday Lunch (Compulsory)

For Reg. & further details, contact Our "Rangers"

Sudhir 98212 18771.

Ananda 98922 19155.

For those joining in from Pune contact:

Devesh 9922507247

{Registrations strictly on call only}

Regards,
Team VRangers

Trek to Canyon Valley with VRangers!!!

Hello Rangers!!!

We at Vrangers are glad to announce that we would be celebrating VRanger's first Birthday at the base of the most wanted Canyon waterfall (Ulhas Valley). This exclusive venue will provide you the perfect ambiance for memories you would cherish for a life time.

Some Information regarding the trek:

Along the Ulhas river, from khandala till Karjat is a valley which is named as Ulhas valley after the Ulhas river.The area is full of flora and fauna.

The area is a popular destination for trekkers from Mumbai and Pune, its a different kind because on this trek where you start a trek with a descend, climb up to end the trek. kind of Opposite of regular treks. There is huge water fall down in the valley....where we will be spending at least 2 hours before starting our back journey.

For Pics Visit : 

March 2009

Link 1

Link 2

April 2009

Link 3

Schedule for the Trek:

The journey starts with the Mumbai-Chennai Mail on 6th feb ngt 2010 .

Mumbai-Chennai Mail Time table:-

CST:-11.25 pm

Dadar:-11.40 pm

Kalyan:-12.30 am
Karjat:-1.20 am
Lonavla:-2.15 am

Guys from Pune can meet us at Lonavala station directly catching the last local from pune which reaches lonavala at 01.40 AM.

We will reach by 3 am in the morning near to Canyon hills. Here we will take rest for 2.30 hrs. In the morning by 6.15 am will start descend and will reach by 9 am to our most lovable waterfall. Here will take halt for 2 hrs then will start climb towards Khandala. We will have lunch in Lonavla then proceed towards mumbai. 

The charges for this trek is Rs 270 /- each, which includes traveling from Lonavala till back to Mumbai (via Train), Breakfast, Lunch, tea, expertise charges, etc.

Interested people meet at respective stations with a single journey ticket to Lonavala. (Get to your respective stations at least half an hour earlier, as there might be a long queue for the tickets.)  

For further info contact our 'Rangers'

Ananda 98922 19155.

Sudhir 98212 18771/90295 61536

(Please 'SMS' if the call is not received).

Regards,

VRangers Team