A challenging trek that allows one the experience of trekking up through a bamboo forest and at the same time scaling up a couple of thrilling rock patches – Kamandurg, located close to Vasai is an ideal off-beat and unheard of trekking destination.
Join us and take in the commanding view of the Mumbai – Ahmadabad highway along with the creek waters of Vasai for this thrilling weekend activity!
Detailed Itinerary:
Buy returns tickets for Kaman Road
Board 7:05 Panvel MEMU from Vasai Road
Meet just outside Kaman Road station at 07:20 hrs.
We shall take a Share Rickshaw from there to Devkhundi Village
For those who want to Ride/Drive down to Kaman village, get in touch with us for directions
Meet up at Devkhundi village entrance
Introductions & Instructions
Hike to Kamandurg Fort (3.0hrs)
Enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding region & descend back down
Tentative time back at Kaman would be 4.00PM
Board the evening Fast Local for Mumbai
Trek Date: July 10th, 2016
Trek Cost: Rs. 649/- per person
Registration will be confirmed on receipt of full payment.
***** NO CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS AT ANY CONDITION *****
Important Notes:
The trek is graded as Medium because of small patch of Rock climbing to ascend to the top of the fort; The endurance grade is medium as it takes a good 2 hours to get on top.
Insects repellent is compulsory
Wearing full clothes (Track pants + Full sleeve Shirt/T-shirt) is advisable – Prevents cuts & bruises while walking through the forest & also protects from insect bites.
Track pants advisable – Jeans can get uncomfortable on treks & also tend to soak & retain water if it rains, avoid as far as possible
Trekking/Sports shoes advisable – Covered feet provide safety from stubbing your toes on rocks, etc and also from insect/snake bite.
Extra Floaters/Footwear advisable – Sports shoes tend to open up/tear during treks through rain & having an extra pair of floaters helps.
Caps/Hats advised to factor for sunny weather
A sturdy & comfortable haversack advisable – To stock all the gear & keep hands free while hiking.
Packing of all essentials in polythene advisable – To protect from getting wet in the rain.
A good torch is compulsory – In case of Emergency
3 liters of water is compulsory – No water source available en route.
Do not forget to Pack Breakfast as well as Lunch for the Trek!
Extra Clothes would come in handy to change into post trek.
Please Note: There is no washroom/changing facility available on the trek.
Our Belief System:
Possession and/or consumption of Alcohol will not be permitted & flouting of this basic rule will lead to immediate expulsion from the group.
Smoking will only be permitted after consultation with the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke. Smoking will only be permitted while we stop at a clearing and not otherwise.
The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
Please do not litter,