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Matheran Shivaji Maharaj Ladder Hike is an offbeat hiking trail to Matheran, The Shivaji Maharaj Ladder is a series of steps carved into the rock that led to the top of the hill, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It is a challenging yet rewarding hike for adventure enthusiasts. This trek offers a thrilling and immersive adventure that showcases the raw and unspoiled wilderness of the region, making it a must-try for nature enthusiasts and avid trekkers.

Matheran is a vehicle-free zone hill station with many points across the hill. We will be ascending to Matheran from Ambewadi village ending the trek at the Dasturi Naka.

Hiking facts:

• Grade: Medium
• Endurance: Medium
• Highest Elevation: 575m
• Hike distance: 11 k.m. approx.
• Base Village: Ambewadi

Itinerary:

• Reporting time at Karjat railway station 08:10 AM (Take 06:10 AM CSMT- Karjat Fast local train in central line)
• Transport by hired vehicle to the base village - 1 hour approx.
• Breakfast at base village - 30 minutes.
• Event briefing and introduction - 15 minutes approx.
• Ascend hike to the Matheran Shivaji ladder - 3 hours approx.
• Lunch Break - 30 minutes.
• Hike to the Dasturi Naka- 2 hours approx.
• Return journey to Neral railway station by hired vehicle - 30 min approx.
• Day concludes with good memories.

Price: ₹850
Inclusive of

• Travel from Karjat Railway Station
• Breakfast, Packed Veg Lunch
• First-Aid
• Our Expertise

Excluded: personnel expenses like cold drinks, snacks, packaged water bottles.

Registration Process:
Step 1: Book Your Seat

Bhandardara lakeside camping promises a picturesque retreat in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. The beautiful lake, ancient Wilson Dam, and breathtaking Sahyadri views create an ideal setting. Enjoy the unique experience of staying in tents, and savor a delicious local homemade cuisine. Enjoy the scenic beauty and the thrill of being surrounded by nature and majestic peaks.

We are welcoming campers of all age groups, who love blending with nature, away from mobile coverage. Pick-up and Drop is available from Kasara Railway station.

Highlights:

• Camping in tents.
• Homemade food prepared on firewood.
• Bhandardara Lake

Itineray:
DAY 1:

• Reporting time at Kasara 12:40 PM (Board into CSMT - Kasara Fast local train in Central line scheduled at 10:16 AM from CSMT)
• The road journey from Kasara to Bhandardara by hired vehicle with halt on the highway - 2 hours.
• Event Briefing & introduction - 15 min.
• Allocation of the tent on a sharing basis.
• Hangout at the campsite with Outdoor games, fun activities.
• Dinner break - 1 hour.

DAY 2:

• Wake up call - 07:00 AM.
• Fresh up and breakfast - 1 hour.
• Spend time at the lake
• Hired Vehicle Journey to Kasara railway station - 1 1/2 hours.

₹1900 per head
Inclusive of

• Transport from Kasara - Campsite - Kasara by hired jeep
• Forest entry fee
• Evening high tea
• Dinner
• Camping in Tents
• Breakfast on DAY 2

Excluded: Lunch, snacks break during travel or any personal expenses.

Registration Process:
Step 1: Book Your Seat

A beginner friendly hike with camping at Prabalmachi, Starting the trek in the evening, get a glimpse of the sunset before we reach the plateau, once you reach the campsite, you will be allocated tents on a twin sharing basis, providing a comfortable place to rest and relax. Dinner will be served, allowing you to replenish your energy after the trek.

The next day, after a delicious breakfast, you will bid farewell to the campsite, taking along cherished memories of your time spent there. Overall, this camping promises a unique blend of nature, adventure, and relaxation.

Event facts:

• Grade: Easy
• Endurance: Low
• Total trek distance: 4KM approx
• Highest elevation: 430M

Itinerary:
DAY1

• Reporting time at Panvel Railway station – 03:00 PM (Check mIndicator for local train timings)
• Road Journey from Panvel Railway station to trek start point - 45 minutes.
• Event briefing & Introduction – 15 minutes.
• Trek to Prabalmachi - 2 hours.
• Relax at the Campsite.
• Dinner Break – 1 hour.
• Bedtime in tents.

DAY 2

• Wake-up call – 06:30 A.M.
• Fresh Up & Breakfast – 1 hour.
• Descent trek to the parking area – 2 hours.
• Return journey by hired vehicles to Panvel railway station – 45 minutes.

Price: ₹1400
Included
✔ Transport by hired vehicle from Panvel Railway Station
✔Evening Snacks at the campsite
✔ Dinner on DAY 1
✔ Breakfast on DAY 2
✔ Camping in Tents on double sharing basis
✔ Entry Fee
Excluded
✘ Snacks break on the highway or any personal expenses

Excluded: snacks break during travel, Cool drinks, packaged water bottles or any personal expense.

Registration Process:
Step 1: Book Your Seat

Siddhagad is one of the highest forts in Thane District, in ancient times this fort along with neighboring Gorakghad is used to keep a close watch on the trade routes from Deccan to Konkan. The trails from the Narivali, Urchale leads us to a remote hamlet named siddaghadpada from where the trek starts to the siddhagad which is under the BhimaShankar wildlife sanctuary. The trail in monsoon is very scenic through the forest cover with a gradual ascent, stream crossings, then come the main entrance of the fort, just near the entrance, there is Ganesh temple, behind the temple we see many stone relics as well as a cannon. From the main entrance, the path leads us to Siddhagadwadi where few people live. From here the traverse and steep climb leads us to to the Balekilla

We will be leaving from Neral at late night by a hired vehicle to the base village, Rest till morning hours at villager's house, freshen up and breakfast in the morning at villager's place, start the trek to Siddhagad top, relax near the Ganesh temple at Siddhagad, descent back to the siddhagadpada,, have lunch and return back to Neral Railway Station.

Highlights:

• Offbeat hike
• View from Siddhagad Balekilla
• Siffhamachi
• Stone carvings near the Ganesh temple.

Hiking facts:

• Grade: Medium
• Endurance: High
• Highest Elevation: 972M
• Hike distance: 11 KM approx.
• Base Village: Narivali

Itinerary:

• Reporting time at Neral railway station 11:05 PM (Take 09:26 PM CSMT- Karjat Fast local train in central line)
• Transport by hired vehicle to the base village - 1 hour approx.
• Rest at villager house till early morning hours.
• Wakeup Call - 5:30AM
• Breakfast at base village - 30 minutes.
• Event briefing and introduction - 15 minutes approx.
• Ascend hike to the Siddhagad - 5 hours approx.
• Explore the siddhagad & rest at the Bastion - 45 min
• Descent hike to the base village - 4 hours.
• Lunch Break at Villagers house - 45 minutes.
• Return journey to Neral railway station by hired vehicle - 1 hour approx.
• Day concludes with good memories.

Price: ₹1000
Inclusive of

• Travel from Neral Railway Station by hired vehicle
• Breakfast, Veg Lunch
• Late Night Stay at Villagers house (carry your own bedding)
• First-Aid
• Our Expertise

Excluded: personnel expenses like cold drinks, snacks, packaged water bottles.

Registration Process:
Step 1: Book Your Seat