Kojagiri Kokan Tour, Scuba Diving with Vibes Outdoors 18th, 19th and 20th October 2013

 Kojagiri Kokan Tour, Scuba Diving with Vibes Outdoors 18th, 19th and 20th October 2013

We have arranged a Kojagiri Kokan tour, on 18th, 19th and 20th October 13.
We will Celebrate Kojagiri Fool Moon Night, this year in march we sat around a campfire on the beach...With Delicious food at offerings..

Camp fire and fun at beach,

Delicious food

                               Enjoy the freshness of Kokan with Vibes Outdoors,
Great opportunity for photographers, Sea lovers and adventure lovers !!
After the rain ends, all of kokan looks like newly born, child of mother earth, sea is full of clean waters, plenty of sunlight, mouthwatering sea food,!!
We will explore the beautiful Malvan Area, during our two days visit !!
We will be covering, most beautiful part of konkan beaches, and some water activities with Scuba Diving !!!

Some pics from our last visit
Beautiful view of a calm Sea beach
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Malvan : Malvan  is a  town in Sindhudurg District, the southernmost district of Maharashtra. This culturally and historically important town is a Taluka place in Sindhudurg District. Malvan taluka consists of villages Aangnechi wadi, Achra, Khalchi Devli, Jamdul, Juva, Pankhol and Sarjekot. Malvan is wellknown for its historical monument, the Sindhudurg fort, which is beautiful and vast in area. Malwani Folk are very hardworking and helpful. The main occupation here is fishing. The staple diet of Malvani people is fish and rice.It is also known for its variety of mangos (Malvani Hapus - Alphonso). Sweets such as Malvani Khaja (Made from Gram - besan flour and coated jaggery) and Malvani Ladoos are famous across the state.A very important part of Malavni culture is a Malvani Dashavtar, a drama-play based on mythological stories. There are many interesting  places  to visit  in Malvan and this can be noticed with the recent increase in forieng visitors to this region.

Malawan Fort : 

                                   

The name of this fort is given to Sindhudurg district. Tourists from all over the world visit this great sea fort.  Sindhudurg was built with the help of huge rocks on the ‘Kurte' island, which amazes people, and one appreciates the vision and foresight of  “Great Maratha King Shivaji “.

Bharadi devi : Bharadi Devi(goddess) is one goddess one just can't think of missing when one is in Malvan. This is the famous “active goddess” situated at Anganewadi, 14 kms from Malvan. Angnewadi is the small hamlet of Masure village. The Bharadi devi (goddess) is very famous for her wish-fulfilling power. Devotees express their wish before her and once the wish is fulfilled they come to express their gratitude


Witness the Water World (Pic Courtesy Internet)
 Tarkarli Beach : Tarkarli is a narrow stretch of beach with pristine waters, located at the convergence of the Karli River and the Arabian Sea. This place has gained prominence because of its transparently clear seas, where on a fairly sunny day, one can see the sea- bed up to a depth of 20 feet. This beach can be rightly called as ‘Queen Beach’ of Sindhudurg. Sea and sand blending in enchanting natural harmony, gracefully cruising boats in calm and cool river waters add to the beauty of this beach.

Kunkeshwar Temple : 

                                 

Kunkeshwar

 Kunkeshwar Temple, an ancient Shiva Temple is located in Kunkeshwar village, 14 Kms from Devgad town. A pristine beach with a very long stretch of seashore and white sand adds to the beauty of temple surroundings.

Rameshwar : Some destinations own such historical peculiarities which sets them apart from other ones. Place named Achara is one of them. It’s a small village in Malvan Taluka. We are all aware that in historical times people were gifted with “Inams, Jagirs or Watan(land)” by kings or emperors for their achievements. Achara too is Inam or Jagir, but it’s owner or Inamdar (landowner) is not a layman. Chhatrapati Shambhu Raje of Kolhapur gave this Inam to Shri Dev Rameshwar ( i.e. Lord Shiva). Achara boasts the historical temple of Lord Shiva, popularly known as ‘inamdar Shri Dev Rameshwar’ Architecture of the temple is grand and spectacular.

Parshuram  Temple : In this village(Achara) there is a well known temple of Bhagwan Parshuram because of it this village got this name. Tourists who want to enjoy natural beauty of this area should reserve some time during the trip.
People here used to know time from the sound from cannon. This temple is an excellent example of ancient sculpture. The atmosphere of this temple fascinates everyone. Calm and beautiful nature and idol of Parshuram made up of black stone and other idols charming appearance take us in different world. The building of this temple is also an excellent example of architecture.

Vijay-Durg (pic Courtesy Internet)

                                 

                                      Vijay Durg(pic-courtesy-Internet)

Vijaydurga Fort : The oldest fort on Sindhudurg coast constructed in the regime of Raja Bhoj of shilahar dynasty in 1205 (construction period 1193-1205). The fort was earlier known as "Gheria" as it is situated in the village "Girye. The earlier fort encompassed area of 5 acres and was surrounded by sea on all the 4 sides. Over the years the eastern trench was reclaimed and the road was constructed theron. Presently the area of fort is about 17 acres and is surrounded by Arabian sea on its three sides. (1 acre= 4840 sq yards).
The Architectural marvel:
1) The 200m long, undersea/underland tunnel from the fort to the Dhulap’s palatial house in the village is man-made. The roof of the tunnel has been pinched to protect it from land-slides and it is also well ventilated.  Now the tunnel is partially blocked. Using latest technology if this tunnel is cleared it will be a major tourist attraction and will be of great help for architectural students/history lovers.

2) The fencing compound wall constructed at 8-10 m depth undersea, 300ft from the fort is another architectural wonder. The wall constructed with laterite stones is 122 mtr long, 3 mtr high & 7 mtr in breadth. Majority of  attacking  ships met their watery grave after colliding on this wall as this wall is not visible above the sea level.
                     

Detailed Schedule
Meeting point:
on Thursday, 17th October 2013
23:00 Hrs at Thane Station (E)
23:15 Hrs: Departure
Day 1:  Friday 18th October 2013
08:00 Hrs: Breakfast en-route.
12:30 Hrs: Check in @ Malvan
13:00 Hrs: Home cooked food, (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali - Prawns Curry.)
14:00 Hrs: Scuba Diving ( Surface Supply - 20-30 mins each )
17:00 hrs: Tarkarli Beach(sunset )
19:00 Hrs: Snacks & Tea
19:30 Hrs: Free time for Malvan Market / Beach / etc. (Optional)
21:00 Hrs: Dinner (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali - Paplet / Surmai Fish as available)
22:00 Hrs: Camp fire and fun at beach, we will Celebrate Kojagiri Fool Moon Night
Stay at Malvan.
Day 2: Saturday, 19th October 2013
06:30 Hrs: Beach trail, Birds sighting, time spent with nature at private beach.
07:30 Hrs: Breakfast - Tea Time en route.
08:30 Hrs: Visit to Sindhudurg fort.
11:00 Hrs: Bharadidevi temple, angnevadi Rameshwar Temple, Achara
12:30 Hrs: Lunch  (Veg Thali / Chicken Thali / Fish Thali)
14:00 Hrs: Rameshwar Temple, Achara
15:00 Hrs: Kunkeshwar
19:30 Hrs: Free time, Beach/ Market, Rock Garden in malvan (Optional)
21:30 Hrs: Dinner
22:00 Hrs: Camp fire and fun at beach
Stay at Malvan.
Day 3: Sunday, 20th October 2013
08:30 Hrs: Breakfast - Tea Time en route.
10:00 Hrs: Vijay-Durg fort.
12:00 Hrs: Ganpatipule (depends on time and traffic)
01:30 Hrs: Lunch & move towards Thane.
06:30 Hrs: Sunset sighting at beach on the way.
21:30 Hrs: @ Thane

The cost for the whole tour will be Indian Rupee ₹ 6500/- per head ( For Non Veg meals ) & Indian Rupee ₹ 6000/- per head ( For All Veg meals )

One needs to deposit Indian Rupee ₹ 3000/- (Non-refundable) advance amount for Booking Private Vehicle, Activity Charges, Boats, Food, Accommodation etc. into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.

You can Register online at following link
http://townscript.com/event/kojagirikokan/details
Buy Now:

Or Please make the payment in following bank acc,

1. Name of Acc Holder                        :- Deepak Tarachand Pogade 
2. Bank name                                      : State bank of India
3. Bank account number                       : 31271150332 
4. Bank branch name and address        : Khadakpada branch Shop no.227,
                                                             Shelar park,khadakpada,Kalyan(w)                                                                  
 5. IFSC code for bank                        : SBIN0011159


For any further details contact:
Deepak 9422682020, 8080287071
Tushar 9890672593

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This includes

Thane 2 Thane transportation fare for private vehicle (Non-A/c),
Surface Supply Scuba Diving,
Boating charges,
Permissions and entry fees, Guide Charges,
Food ( Veg & Non Veg Thali as mentioned wherever limited and unlimited), Accommodations ( Rooms with 5 ppl sharing basis)

Seats will be first come 1st basis with Advance payment only ...
Special discount will be given on group bookings... !!

Things to be carried:

A Water Bottle (~2-3 Ltrs),
Torch With Extra Battery (Must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Cap
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes, carry extra pair of shoes or floaters if possible
A haversack to put all these things

Terms And Conditions

■ It is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would be asked to sign a liability waiver.
■ Vibes Outdoors hold the right to change the venue, or date, of the event,
■ Event may be cancelled or postponed due to natural calamity, any system error,
■ In case event place or venue is changed, Vibes Outdoors will notify same to participants by phone, web and Face book, no change in costing will be charged.
■ In case of cancellation of event, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, without any cutting.
■ In case of cancellation of event, from participant's side, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, with  1. In case cancellation done before, September 30, Rs. 50/- will be deducted.
        2. In case cancellation done before, 1st week of October, Rs. 500 will be deducted.
        3. In case cancellation done in the same week as tour is leaving, Rs. 1500 will be deducted.
        4. In case cancellation done on same day as tour is leaving or left, no refund will be given.

All our treks are Eco-friendly treks; kindly take care of nature around us. Smoking and Drinking alcohol during trek is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from trek without refund.

Regards,
Team Vibes Outdoors


• Vibes Outdoors is not liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or loss (including any indirect or consequential loss) of any kind to person or property suffered by any participant whether by reason of any act or omission, deliberate or negligent, of Vibes Outdoors in connection with the Vibes Outdoors, including injury or loss incurred whilst participating in any activity of the Vibes Outdoors or in any activity in which participants are invited to participate.

River Rafting At Kolad with Vibes Outdoors

Scintillating River Rafting sport on  24th August 13.

      Hello Vibers,

Vibes Outdoors, have arranged a scintillating River Rafting sport on 3rd August 2013.

 It is not at all important whether you can swim or not.

 Trip Highlights

■ The Kundalika is located in the virgin forests below the Mulshi and Bhira Dams.

Being 120 Kms from Mumbai this river is ideally located for short one day trips.

 ■ A one and a half hour run down a 14 Km exciting stretch with grade II and III rapids promises to give an exciting, wet and wild run to all rafters.

 ■Our rafting trips start at 5 am on the 24th August 13.

  

Since the water flow is controlled by the Bhira dam, we must start our rafting on schedule or face the possibility of trip cancellation due to lack of water flow. Please do report at the start point at least 15 minutes before the start time.

  Dates :  24th August 13.,

  Check out the fun, n joy !!

 These gears are waiting for you !!!

  

Get ready for it !!

Experience the Thrill !!!

Unlimited, veg non veg food !!

Itinerary:

0500hrs: Depart from Dadar TT

0730hrs: Reach Kolad.(Breakfast enroute in Bus)

0730hrs-0800hrs: Getting ready for Rafting

0800hrs-0830hrs: Instructions for Rafting

0900hrs: Kundalika River Rafting Begins

1130hrs-1300hrs: Changing and refreshing time

1300hrs: Depart for Mumbai

1400hrs: Lunch Time

1800hrs: Reach Dadar (Tentative and depends on traffic conditions)

 Things to carry :-

Spare set of clothes,

Towel

Please wear Sandles/Floaters only (Shoes will get wet & heavy in water)

Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)

Bring Camera at your own risk.

 Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments

 Expenses: INR 2300. (Vibes Outdoors, Members discount applicable )

Confirmation on payment only

Expenses include:

Transportation from Mumbai to Kolad and back.

Morning Breakfast.Rafting charges.

Lunch (VEG/Non Veg Thali).

Evening high tea/coffee.

Does not include:

Kayaking, River Crossing, Zipline and anything not mentioned above.

  

Changing rooms, restrooms available

Please make the payment in following bank acc,

 1. Name of Acc Holder :-            Deepak Tarachand Pogade

 2. Bank name :                            State bank of India

 3. Bank account number :           31271150332

 4. Bank branch name and address : Khadakpada branch Shop no.227, Shelar park,khadakpada,Kalyan(w) 

5. IFSC code for bank :                SBIN0011159

 For any further details contact:

Deepak 9422682020, 8080287071

Tushar 9890672593

 Terms And Conditions

■ Minimum age 15 years for rafting.

■ Pregnant ladies, heart patients and people with severe asthma are not allowed to raft.

■ Rafting on Kundalika is dependent upon water being released from the Mulshi and Bhira dams.

■We will not be held responsible for last minute cancellation of rafting due to water conditions.

■We will make a 100% refund for un-utilised services only, in case rafting is cancelled at the last moment due to water conditions.

■ It is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would be asked to sign a liability waiver.

■ In case of cancellation of event, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, without any cutting.

■ In case of cancellation of event, from participant's side, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, with 1. In case cancellation done before, one week, Rs. 50/- will be deducted.

 2. In case cancellation done before, 2 days of trek, Rs. 500 will be deducted.

 3. In case cancellation done on same day as tour is leaving or left, no refund will be given.

 All our treks are Eco-friendly; kindly take care of nature around us. Smoking and Drinking alcohol during trek is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from trek without refund. Respect the Heritage.

Do Not Litter, Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins. The Leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained. Regards,

Team Vibes Outdoors

 Vibes Outdoors is not liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or loss (including any indirect or consequential loss) of any kind to person or property suffered by any participant whether by reason of any act or omission, deliberate or negligent, of Vibes OutdoorsS in connection with the Vibes Outdoors, including injury or loss incurred whilst participating in any activity of the Vibes Outdoors or in any activity in which participants are invited to participate.

Vibes Outdoors:- Trek to Magical Bhimashankar via Ganesh Ghat Route 24th & 25th August 2013.

Vibes Outdoors:- Trek to Magical Bhimashankar via Ganesh Ghat Route 24th & 25th August 2013. 

Hey All,

We at Vibes Outdoor's invite you all for a Two day Trek to Magical Bhimashankar via Ganesh Ghat Route 24th & 25th August 2013. Welcome to the land of Shiva, land of Indian Giant Squirrel – Shekharu, a land of sacred flora and fauna,!! with mystical fog and rain as our companions all the way !!

Little Info About the place:-

Type: Hill

Height: 3500 Feet above MSL (Approx)

Grade: Medium (5. hrs trek)

Base Village: Khandas

Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirling's of India, a pilgrimage place approximately 3500 feet high up in the hills. The area around Bhimashankar is covered with thick dense jungle, is a Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is small (only about 100 sq. km’s), but it is home to a wide variety of animals Leopard, Sambar, Barking deer, Porcupines, Grey Junglefowls, Wild pig, Hanuman langur, Rhesus macaque and Flying Squirrel etc. The sanctuary is famous as the home of a highly endangered subspecies of the Indian Giant Squirrel – Shekharu (Ratufa indica elphistoni), which is also the state animal of Maharashtra.

Mesmerizing scenery on the way,- bhimashankar wild life sanctuary!!

Shiva Temple: The temple of Bhimashankar is around 1200 – 1400 years old and is built on the Hemad Panthi style. There are very beautiful sculptures and paintings on the roof and pillars of the temple. At the front of the temple hangs a huge metal bell cast in 1729. There is also a 15-20 feet high “Deepmala” or lamppost in the outer corridor of the temple. There is also an inscription on stone on this lamppost. It is to be noted that the original name of the river Chandrabhaga at Pandharpur is Bhima. This Bhima River originates at Bhimashankar

                                             

Gupt Bhimashankar : There is a water stream route going down from the left of the Ram temple. Taking that route, we enter a thick jungle. We reach a temple around 25 minutes through this route. A route going toward the waterfall, left of this temple, leads to the “water sculpted” “Shiva Linga” under this waterfall. This is called the Gupt Bhimashankar. There is a huge waterfall at this place.

 

Nagphani : We reach a pond when we climb towards Bhimashankar from the Ghat. The route going towards the right, from this pond, takes us to the Hanuman temple. The route going up through this route leads to the Nagphani. We can have a view of the forts of Peth and Padhar and the plateaus of Peth and Matheran.

 

Detailed Schedule

Day 1

On 24th August, Saturday Morning

We will be starting with the second karjat slow local (time table given below)

People may board the same Karjat train from the station of their convenience and meet us in the train directly. (Get into second boggy from Karjat side)

Catch the following train for Karjat from CST, starts at 05:18 AM

  Saturday, 24th August 2013

08.00 Hrs: - Gathering at Neral Rail station

08.30 Hrs: - Introduction, and Info-giving Session, Move to Khandas by public Vehicle

10.00 Hrs: - Reach at Khandas

10.30 Hrs: - Start Ascending towards Bhimashankar Village

13.15 Hrs:-  Lunch

17.00 Hrs:- Reach the top

18:00 Hrs:-  Shiv-Jyotirling Darshan

~Dinner and then some fun and rest ~

Day:-2

Sunday 25th August, 2013

06:00 Hrs: - Wake up and Refreshments

07.30 Hrs: - Breakfast

08:00 Hrs: - Move towards Nagfani (hoping for incredibly beautiful view of valey)

12:30 Hrs: - Lunch

13:00 Hrs: - Start descending from Ganesh Ghat Route.

18:00 Hrs: - Reach Karjat.,

(Timings may vary ½ hr, with subject to individual’s pace at trek and traffic conditions)

Trek Fees Rs. 1000.00 per Person for Non-members, and 950/- for members.

This includes

1. Travelling from Karjat to Khandas by public transport, 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner on Day 1,.

2. on day 2, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, travelling from Khandas to Karjat.

Registration and Payment Details :-

For Registration one needs to call and send SMS Name and Email Addresses of participant along with alternate contact number, to any of the coordinator mention in below contact .

Limited entries only for this trek available.

Please make the payment in following bank acc,

1. Name of Acc Holder                        :- Deepak Tarachand Pogade 

2. Bank name                                       : State bank of India

3. Bank account number                      : 31271150332 

4. Bank branch name and address      : Khadakpada branch Shop no.227,

                                      Shelar park,khadakpada,Kalyan(w)                                                                  

 5. IFSC code for bank                        : SBIN0011159

For any further details contact:

Deepak 9422682020, 8080287071

Tushar 9890672593

Things to be carried:

Identity proof.

A Water Bottle (~2-3 Ltrs),

Torch With Extra Battery (Must)

Camera, Cell Phone, Cap(Optional, wrap it in plastic, water proof protection)

Extra Pair of Clothes

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.

Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)

Extra Pair of clothes,

Beddings/Sleeping Mat/sleeping Bag is must.

Good trekking shoes, carry extra pair of shoes or floaters if possible

A haversack to put all these things, Windcheaters.

Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

Terms And Conditions

■ It is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would be asked to sign a liability waiver.

■ Vibes Outdoors hold the right to change the venue, or date, of the event,

■ Event may be cancelled or postponed due to natural calamity, any system error,

■ In case event place or venue is changed, Vibes Outdoors will notify same to participants by phone, web and Face book, no change in costing will be charged.

■ In case of cancellation of event, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, without any cutting.

■ In case of cancellation of event, from participant's side, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, with  1. In case cancellation done before, one week, Rs. 50/- will be deducted.

        2. In case cancellation done before, 2 days of trek, Rs. 100 will be deducted.

        3. In case cancellation done on same day as tour is leaving or left, no refund will be given.

All our treks are Eco-friendly treks; kindly take care of nature around us. Smoking and Drinking alcohol during trek is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from trek without refund.

Regards,

Team Vibes Outdoors

• Vibes Outdoors is not liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or loss (including any indirect or consequential loss) of any kind to person or property suffered by any participant whether by reason of any act or omission, deliberate or negligent, of Vibes Outdoors in connection with the Vibes Outdoors, including injury or loss incurred whilst participating in any activity of the Vibes Outdoors or in any activity in which participants are invited to participate.