Harishchandragad Via Khireshwar
OVERNIGHT
TREK TO HARISHCHANDRAGAD VIA KHIRESHWAR ROUTE ( MALSHEJ GHAT )
Leaving
Friday Night
Summary :
Region : Malshej
ghat
District :
Ahmednagar
Height : 4710 ft
Grade : Medium to
Tuff
Duration : 2
Days/2Nights
Approach : Khubi
phata – Khireshwar – Tolar khind – Harishchandragad.
Cost : 2000
Description :
Harishchandragad
is the most beautiful fort in Ahmednagar Region and most popular trekking
Destinations. The fort along with Tolar khind , Malshejghat offers a lots of
Trekkers. The main attraction is the kokankada which offers a spectular view of
konkan. During the Rainy season you’d be walking in the clouds on this fort.
What
to see on the fort :
KEDARESHWAR
CAVE - This temple is marvelous example of the fine art of carving sculptures
out of stones that prevailed in ancient India. The river Mangal Ganga is said
to originate from one of the tanks located close to the temple.
KONKAN
KADA - A huge cliff at Harishchandragad which offers spectacular view of Konkan
and also the sunset.
OTHER
CAVES - There are many caves on this fort.
KEDARESHWAR
CAVE: In this cave there is a Shivlinga which is surrounded by ice cold water.
During rainy season this cave is not accessible as there's lot of water in the
surrounding area.
TARAMATI
PEAK: Also known as Taramanchi. This is the topmost point on the fort. Leopards
are seen in the forests beyond this peak. From here we can have a glimpse of
the whole range of Naneghat and the forts near Murbad.
Initenary for the
Trek
Day 1 Friday
22:00
pm Report at Kalyan ST Stand
22:30
pm Leave for Khubi Phata (by private Vehicles )
00:30
am Reach Khubi Phata & walk towards Khireshwar (5 kms)
Night
halt at Khireshwar Villages.
Day 2 Saturday
06:00
am Breakfast & Ganeral instruction
06:30
am Starts Trek
11:30
am Reach on top of Harishchandragad. Explore, Rest & Lunch.
14:00
pm Visit to Kokan Kada & Explore Photography. Night Dinner &
Night Stay at Kokankada.
Day 3 Sunday
06:00
am Wake up & Breakfast
07:00
am Visit to Taramati & Back to the Temple
08:30
am Start Descending Harishchandragad through Khireshwar Route
13:00
pm Reach Khireshwar Villages & have lunch
14:00
pm Proceed towards Khubi fata & S T Bus toward Kalyan stn
17:00
pm Disperse at Kalyan Station & Proceed towards Mumbai.
Note : This cost of the
Event is Rs.2000 / -
Inclusive : Travelling
from Kalyan to Kalyan Station, 2 Breakfast. 2 Veg Lunch, Evening Tea. 1 Veg
Dinner, Tents Charges, Guides Charges, Pearl Trek and Tours charges.
Deposit full Amount in following A/C……
Bank of Maharashtra
Name – Michael D’souza
A/C - Saving Account no : 68016753951
IFSC Code - MAHB0001825
Branch - Naigaon (East) 01825
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. Water Bottle
(3lts minimum) compulsory, Sun Cap, Spare Cotton Track pant & T- shirt.
4. 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.
Rules and Regulations:
1. Smoking and
drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
2. Sleeveless, low
neck, figure hugging shirts/skirts/tops, short pants, hot pants not allowed.
3. Please avoid
wearing gold and other jewellery (at own risk). Please do not carry handbags or
Jolas or Sling bags on treks.
Note :
Kindly
carry 1 Identity proof at least for the trek. It’s not a PICNIC or LEISURE
TOUR. Participation contribution is Non Refundable and NOT transferable. We
shall travel together as a group.
We
all are going for an adventurous activity. Do not destroy or dirty the
archaeological, historical monuments. Please do not carry or wear any
valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any
liability for the same. Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking . For all these
events you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any
accident or compensation in whatsoever manner. We should strictly follow the
code of conduct, to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from
our group or even local people. We recommend you to please take care at every
place while walking /climbing / trekking. No plastic littering on the way or in
hills/mountains.
Cancellation and Refund:
1.
If cancellation done prior to 15 days of outing 75% will be refunded.
2.
If done prior to 10 days of outing 50% will be refunded
3.
After that no refund will be provided.
For Registrations Mail
us at : pearltrekandtours@gmail.com
or call on : MICHAEL
D’SOUZA : 9637847273 / 98334535293
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