Update Jan 29th 2010
We have postponed this trek on 6-7th Feb.
Sorry for the inconvenience
For
Kalpavihar Adventure
Vaishali Desai
INTRODUCTION
Sandhan is located in very remote part of Sahyadri, around 225 KM from Mumbai & Pune, beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats Amidst the water carved valley of 100 feet deep and 1 KM long. Experience the heart throbbing crossing of 4 to 6 ft deep water pool in the way of 200 meter walk on the rock floored water carved valley.
Ratangad is an important fort in Ghanchakkar ranges near Igatpuri. The base village Ratanwadi has a beautiful Amruteshwar temple which is famous for its carvings. The fort is origin for the river Pravara. The Bhandardara dam is built on this river. Main attraction on Ratangad is the 'Nedhe', the natural hole in wall of the mountain. One can go & sit in it & see beautiful views around. The Khutta pinnacle which is adjacent to Ratangad is also worth seeing. The origin of Pravara river is at about 45 mins distance from Nedhe.
It is another must see on the trip to Ratangad. Also known as Lake Arthur Hill, this lake sited amidst dense woods offers a spectacular view. This place also has a kind of spiritual aura prevailing around it, as the great saint Shri Agastha Rishi is believed to have been here in constant meditation stretching a period of over one year. Constructed in the year 1910, this lake also serves as a reservoir for Wilson dam.
EVENT DETAILS
Name of Event Ratangad via Sandhan Valley
Grade Moderate
Date 30-31 Jan 10 (we are leaving on 29th night)
Fees Rs. 1250/- (Mumbai to Mumbai by private vehicle)
PAYMENT RULES
After receiving the mail or SMS or call, we will block your seat on temporary basis for 48 hrs. You have to pay the advance Rs. 650/- before 25th Jan and confirm your participation.
Now you can pay directly through bank transfers to our IDBI account. Kindly get back to us for account details.
Things to be carry
* Trekking shoes compulsory
* Proper & Comfortable Sack
* extra sleeper
* Water bottle (min. 2 ltr.)
* Carry mat / Sleeping bag
* Shawl / Chaddar / Sweater
* Plate, Spoon, Glass, bowl, knife
* Cap/scarf, sunglasses (if required)
* torch with cell
* extra clothing
* personal things (like tooth paste, tooth brush, soap etc…) and personal medicine if any
* Extra Polythene Bags for garbage
Please avoid bringing valuables, jewellery or expensive things. We accept no responsibility for anything that is misplaced.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
* Everyone has to follow the instructions of Camp In-charge & instructors
* Organizers may make any changes in the programme as per the prevailing circumstances, without giving prior notice to the participant.
* No shortcut in trek
* Smoking & Drinking are strictly prohibited. Anyone found smoking or consuming alcohol will be expelled from trek there and then itself.
* Keep the campsite clean. Leaving your garbage at camp site is not allowed.
For
Kalpavihar Adventure
Vaishali Desai
9820684723
kalpavihar@yahoo.com
