Thursday, July 30, 2015

Pali Waterfall Rappelling

Waterfall Rappelling on Mega 260 feet waterfall couple with small trek and rural India experience.

Date: August 23, 2015 (Sunday)

Location: After Pali Naka, Off Mumbai-Goa Highway.



Cost: Rs.2000/- per head.

Cost without transport: Rs.1400/- per head.

100% advance for bookings.

Click here for payment and bank account detals

Includes:
Trek and Waterfall Rappelling with all technical support and safety equipment.
Travel by private transport from Mumbai to base village and back.
Transport (Mumbai to base village and back).
Excludes:
Any kind of insurance.
Any means in transit
Bottled water etc.

Schedule:
5:25 am – Start from Dadar (near Swami Narayan Temple)
5:30 am – Bandra
5:30 am – Sion Station
5:40 am – Chembur (Diamond Garden, before Signal)
6:00 am – Vashi (Near Junction of Highway and Station Road, Bus Stand)
Below bridge after signal.
6:30 am – Belapur (Below Bridge), Highway.
6:45 am – Mc Donald, near Entrance of Express Highway
8:00 am Wakan Phata (Pali Junction)
Also for those who are directly in their own vehicle or for those coming from Pune.
8:30 am Base Village.
Breakfast in Village (Vehicles can drive and park in the village).
30 minutes trek from village
9:30 am to 3:30 pm Waterfall Rappelling
Late lunch in Village (So carry some good amount of snacks and water in your bag)


5:00 pm After Lunch, return Journey.

The Sport: (Waterfall Rappelling / Canyoning )

Canyoneering is a brand new sport that's becoming very popular all over the world. Western Ghats have many waterfalls and flowing streams that offer plenty of opportunity to enjoy this sport. 

This unique, multi-sport adventure combines rappelling, down-climbing and river tracing in a deep valleys. Exploring trails following down the steep waterfalls is an adventure experience of a lifetime – go where very few have had the privilege to roam! Imagine yourself in the midst thick forest at the top of tropical waterfalls with surprises each step of the way.
Check list

Attire
Tights, leggings, or Track pants (avoid heavy jeans)
Full sleeves T-shirt (Dry fits), (you may carry spare change clothes)
Carry Spare Swimming trunks, light towel 
Rain wear (Poncho, or Short light Raincoat), Rain Cap or Hat
Regular Sun Cap or Hat
Hand Towel
Other mandatory items
Flash light with spare batteries
Water (2 liters per head)

Pack all items in double plastic bags before packing it in your backpack or ruck sack
Pack everything in your backpack properly. Light items on top and bottom side of bag, heavy item towards center and towards your shoulder and body. Use compression straps to tighten the bag from all sides so that items inside the bag do not keep shifting.

Optional items
Comb and pocket mirror
personal medical kit
Mosquito repellent
Camera

Eco-Adventure Code
We strongly believe in traveling in small groups, and follow the principle leave only footprints and take only memories.

Important Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs not allowed in during adventure sports.

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Barvi River Camp

Barvi River Camp

The New Year Camping getaway in the lap of Nature, close to Barvi River surrounded by lush green forest, rolling hills and farms, a couple of km from Barvi Dam. The camp site has plenty of green trees, fresh air, the sound of birds chirping, space for outdoor activities...

Costing: 5% GST will be added to the cost during final billing.
2 Man Tent Rs.7000/- (Rs.3500/-) per head
3 Man Tent Rs.10,200/- (Rs.3400/-) per head
Private cottage Rs.3500/- per head (Minimum 5 pax; and Maximum 9 pax per cottage)

Inclusions:
Accommodation: Camping Tents or Cottages
Meals: Evening Tea/Snack; Barbecue; Dinner and Breakfast
Attractions: Live Music (Hindi and English), River Fishing, Bullock Cart Ride, BBQ Grills, Campfire, Roasted Marshmallows, and Swimming Pool.












Accommodations are available in self-contained Safari Cottages with the option of pitching alpine or dome tents.

The cottages have been made such that it blends with the natural environment. The camp site is enveloped with tall beautiful lush green trees and bushes.

All cottages and cottage tents have roofs made of Mangalore tiles so that the rooms remain cool during the summers too. Each cottage can accommodate 2 to 7 adults/children.

A generator backup ensures uninterrupted power supply for the comfort of all guests.

For Group Bookings; Students and Corporate Offsite.

Or for booking on other dates connect with us at:

WhatsApp / Call: 9619182010; email: info@natureknights.net

Other Amenities
Generator Backup / Pets Allowed (only on leash)
Free Parking on Premises / Breakfast Area / Kids Play Area
Suitable for Events / Mobile Network (limited)
Corporate / Students / Group (Activities possible):

Activities only for group booking with prior notice at additional cost:
Open and Covered area for games and activities; easy adventure activities like river crossing; valley crossing; Jumaring; commando bridge; zip lines; rope balancing; rock climbing; trust fall; raft building; ample space for treasure hunt; short countryside hikes etc are possible here.














Monday, July 27, 2015

Up Coming Events

Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek, Chadar Trek, leisure Cycling Trips;  Treks, Backpacking with Cycles; Camping, White Water Rafting, Waterfall Rappelling, Monsoon Adventure Treks, Safaris, Mountaineering, Rural Eco-Trips, Sailing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Fishing Trips, kite flying etc.


Details for Internet Banking Transfers (RTGS / NEFT / IFSC):
Account Name: OFFBEAT MANDALA
Account No.: 50200006370273
Bank Name: HDFC Bank Limited
RTGS/NEFT/IFSC: HDFC0000019
Branch: THE AMALDAS CO-OP HSG. SOC. LTD., 
JUHU-VERSOVA LINK ROAD,
WARK-K, (WEST), ANDHERI (WEST), MUMBAI – 400053, MAHARASHTRA

We specialise in Group Custom Events for Corporate /Groups/ Students





Custom Camping Trips
(Solo to 100+)

Details / Signups

Custom Treks
(6 to 60 persons)

Details / Signups
Custom Waterfall Rappelling Events(15 to 60 persons)
Details / Signups

Vihigaon Waterfall Rappelling

August 1st, 2015

Details / Signup
Waterfall Rappelling with Easy Monsoon Treks

click here for registration / details
Trek to Ulhas Valley till Rajmachi 1st Plateau

August 9th, 2015

Details / Signup

COMING UP

Waterfall Rappelling with Camping in Misty Mountains at 3500 feet above sea level. 

Everest Base Camp Trek (EBC Trek). 

Winter - Oct 15, 2015. 

Chadar Trek 2016

Multiple Batches















Ulhas Valley Monsoon Trek

Duration - One Day
Location - Karjat, Kondana Caves, Ulhas Valley
Category - Easy

Date - August 9th, 2015


Tentative Schedule


6:30am Meeting at Ghatkopar Station. Those staying in Western Line; Travel from Andheri to Ghatkopar by Metro.8:15 am Meeting at Karjat Station.

Board Dug-Duggi for Base Village
Breakfast, Introduction session in Village.
10:00 am Trek to Kondana Caves
Hill Climb / Waterfall Dhamal

Carry Packed Snack for the trek.02:30 pm / 03:00 pm Late Lunch at Base Village.
followed by Tea

04:30 pm Start back for Mumbai (Dugduggi travel from Base Village to GoodBye Karjat Station.
End of Trek

Experiences

A gentle stroll in the rural countryside along the river, passing through small village hamlets, paddy and Kiwi farms converging onto rolling hills, during monsoon many waterfalls as your climb gets a little steeper along the Jungle  Trail. If the trail had a destination then after crossing few waterfalls and stream-lets you finally reach an ancient Buddhist caves that has few waterfalls falling over it during monsoon. One also gets opportunities to experiment with rural food delicacies.


Option - Trip Fee:

Rs.950/- per head.

Trip Fee Includes:
Dug-Duggi Ride Karjat Station to Base Village and back. 
Village meals (Breakfast - Kanda Poha or Upma with Tea, Lunch 2 Vegetables, Dal, Rice, Chapati, Pickle and Papad), and Evening Tea at village.
Trek Leader/Support team
Medical Kit will be available with Guide
Safety Equipments

To design Custom trips for large group of over 20 persons or more kindly get in touch with Asif (whatsapp / sms : 9619182010 / asif@natureknights.net )

Click here for Custom Treks to this place

Commercial Terms:
All bookings against 100% advance, we have to manage all arrangements to create a good experience for you and your group.

cancellation policy with respect to your date of booking:
25% deduction of total camp fee booking amount for cancellation done before 21 days
50% deduction of total camp fee booking amount for cancellation done before 5 days 
No refund for an cancellation done in last 4 days before your event.

One of the waterfalls on Ulhas Valley Trek during monsoon
Monsoon Trek

 



Ulhas Valley Jungle Trek





Adventure Sports (For custom trips)

Rappelling, Waterfall Rappelling, Rock Climbing, Valley Crossing, Jumaring, Zip Line, Flying fox, Commando Bridge, Rope Ladder etc can be organised for a group size of 15 and above on prior notice for additional cost. 

Click here for Custom Treks to this place
Check list for Participants

Attire


Track pants or tights or any comfortable clothes (avoid heavy jeans)Full sleeves T-shirt, (you may carry spare change clothes) Carry Spare Swimming trunks, light towel  Rain wear (Poncho, or Short light Raincoat), Rain Cap or Hat, Hand Towel


In-Between Snack (Food)


Carry personal snacks for in between food bites (fruits, biscuits, chocolates thepla, etc)
Water - carry minimum 2 to 3 liters of water per head (Carry in personal Pet Bottles, avoid disposable mineral water bottles).

Other Mandatory Items

Flash light Water (2 liters per head)Packed Lunch.Pack all items in plastic bags before packing it in your backpack or ruck sackPack everything in your backpack properly. Light items on top and bottom side of bag, heavy item towards center and towards your shoulder and body. Use compression straps to tighten the bag from all sides so that items inside the bag do not keep shifting. 


Optional Items

Comb and pocket mirrorpersonal medical kitMosquito repellent Camera

We strongly believe in traveling in small groups, and follow the principle leave only footprints and take only memories.



Vihigaon Waterfall Rappelling

Power Rappelling over 120 feet of gushing waterfall .. experience the adrenaline rush..

Date: August 1st, 2015.

One Day Experience to Waterfall Rappelling.

Locations:
Vihigaon Waterfall (Near Kasara) 

For other Waterfall Rappelling Events Click here

Program Cost: Rs.1200/- per head.
Includes:
Trek; Waterfall Rappelling; Safety Gear and Technical Support
Local Simple Veg Meals (Breakfast; Lunch and Evening Tea/Snack.
Travel Ex. Kasara Station

Click here for procedure for Registration / Bookings

Batch Size - 25 to 40 per day. 

Registration with 100% advance mandatory.

Camp Fee includes travel by private transport ex. Kasara; waterfall rappelling; introduction to basic rappelling and safety equipment's / procedures; Simple Village Veg Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Tea).


For Private Transport Ex. Mumbai add Rs.1000/- per head.

Check-list:
Attire: Dry Fits Track-pants or Tights, Cap, Rainwear (Poncho or Raincoat).
Trekking Shoe or Tough Canvas Shoe (Running shoes will not work).
Carry spare floaters
Towel and One set of change clothes.
In-between Refreshments:
Some Snacks (Fruits or Salad Items, Peanuts or other dry fruits, Chocolates, Idli or any of your personal favourite snack).
Personal Medical Kit
Hand Sanitizer
water bottles (3 litres per head)
Flash lights
Carry proper dry bags for all electronic items.
Take care of all your personal belongings, (organisers will not be responsible if any of the participants misplaces or looses their belongings.)
Pack all items in Backpack and before packing them stuff them in double waterproof plastic bags.

Signing Disclaimer is mandatory before any adventure sports.






Locations:

Whatsapp - +91-9619182010 / asif@natureknights.net 
            Cell - +91-9819983722

Excludes:

Any non-standard menu items in food
Bottled water
Porter Charges
Any kind of insurance
Un-utilized resources will not be refunded.

Other Terms:

In case of cancellation of event on the date of event from our side due to Act of God, Man Made Disasters etc. You will have a choice to select an alternate date among the dates listed above.

In case of cancellation from your side cancellation terms apply.

 


Pickup Points

7:30 am Pickup near Kasara Station
Transfer from Kasara Station to Base Village
Breakfast near Base Village
Small Hike to the waterfall (15 minutes)
Waterfall Rappelling from 09:30 am to 4:30 pm.
4:30 pm Start our trek back to base village
5:00 pm Tea at base village

Transfers from Base Village to Kasara Station
End of Event

The Sport: (Waterfall Rappelling / Canyoning )

Canyoneering is a brand new sport that's becoming very popular all over the world. Western Ghats have many waterfalls and flowing streams that offer plenty of opportunity to enjoy this sport. 

This unique, multi-sport adventure combines rappelling, down-climbing and river tracing in a deep valleys. Exploring trails following down the steep waterfalls is an adventure experience of a lifetime – go where very few have had the privilege to roam! Imagine yourself in the midst thick forest at the top of tropical waterfalls with surprises each step of the way.
Check list

Attire
Tights, leggings, or Track pants (avoid heavy jeans)
Full sleeves T-shirt (Dry fits), (you may carry spare change clothes)
Carry Spare Swimming trunks, light towel 
Rain wear (Poncho, or Short light Raincoat), Rain Cap or Hat
Regular Sun Cap or Hat
Hand Towel
Other mandatory items
Flash light with spare batteries
Water (2 liters per head)

Pack all items in double plastic bags before packing it in your backpack or ruck sack
Pack everything in your backpack properly. Light items on top and bottom side of bag, heavy item towards center and towards your shoulder and body. Use compression straps to tighten the bag from all sides so that items inside the bag do not keep shifting.

Optional items
Comb and pocket mirror
personal medical kit
Mosquito repellent
Camera

Eco-Adventure Code
We strongly believe in traveling in small groups, and follow the principle leave only footprints and take only memories.

Important Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs not allowed in during adventure sports.


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Ulhas Valley Rappelling Video