Shivadnya Ventures organises trek to BHIMASHANKAR
Date – 20 August 2023
Duration – 1 N / 1D
Endurance level – Moderate
Cost – 1250/-
About Bhimashankar Trek
Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga and sacred place. Bhimashankar is located in the village Bhorgiri in the ghat region of the Sahyadri range. Situated at an height of around 3,250 feet, Bhimashankar is surrounded by hills and is covered by thick green rainforests. Legend has it that the name Bhimashankar was originated from the river Bhima which evaporated due to the generated between the war of Lord Shiva and the demon Tripurasura. It is considered to be one of the holiest places in India because of the jyotirlinga. Bhimashankar is also a popular destination for trekkers. Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is another important reason why people come here.
Major Attractions:
Trek full of adventure
Bhimashankar Temple
Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
Lush greenery and calm surrounding
Amazing view from the top
Thrilling trek to feed your adventurous soul
Travel Schedule
We’ll be boarding the below train from nearest local station. Train timings are shared below for convenience:
Khopoli Fast Local
11:18 pm CST
11:25 pm Byculla
11:31 pm Dadar
11:38 pm Kurla
11:42 pm Ghatkopar
11:58 pm Thane
12:10 am Dombivli
12:18 am Kalyan
01:10 am Karjat
Meeting Point : Karjat Railway Station at 01:15 am
Itinerary
01:15 am Mumbai and Pune Participants Meet-up at Karjat Station, freshen up, gear up for the trek
01:30 am Leave for base village in a private taxi
02:45 am Reach base village, rest for some time
04.30 am have breakfast and tea
05:00 am Introduction round and brief on rules and regulations to be followed by everyone on the event
05:30 am Start the trek with a small warm up walk.
10:00 am Reach top, Enjoy the view of the surrounding, Visit Bhimashankar Temple
01:00 pm After Lunch Start descend back to the base
06:30 pm Reach Base Village and Start the return Journey towards Karjat Railway Station
07:30 pm Reach Karjat station and take a return train to mumbai
09:00 pm Reach Mumbai and bid adieu with a promise to meet soon
Includes
Travel from Karjat to Karjat
Breakfast in the morning
Evening snacks
Local guidance
First aid and first responder assistance in case required
MPA administration charges if any
Do read our terms and conditions before registration.
Cost Excludes
All kinds of extra meals / soft drinks ordered.
Insurance, tips, porters, bottled mineral water, aerated drinks etc.
Any kind of personal expenses.
Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above.
All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like road blocks, bad weather.
🔺 Things to carry:
• Min. 3 liters water (must)
• Ready to eat food (biscuits, plum cake, chips etc.)
• Rainywear (optional)
• Good trekking shoes preferably Action
• Extra pair of clothes (Compulsory)
• Energy drink (ex. Glucon D)
• A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. (Please do not bring suitcases or sling bags/ jholas)
• Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)
• Camera (optional)
• Please try to wear track pants and a full sleeve t-shirt
• Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Just pay ₹1000 per head (Non-Refundable) advance payment for food & vehicle booking.
For Registrations call :
Shivadnya ventures : 9004486835
Rudra Birje : 9664036835
E-mail id: shivadnyat@gmail.com
▪️ RULES & REGULATIONS:
• Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited at the time of trekking and camping
• No plastic littering
• Wear full sleeves, full tracksuit to avoid mosquito bite or leeches
• No jeans/ skirts/ skin tight clothes
• Proper footwear/ shoes are essential for trekking
• Conserve and preserve our heritage
• No deo / perfume. After trek it’s OK
• We reserves all right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without any prior notice
• No Extra adventure/out of itinerary behavior during trek
• Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding
• Photographs taken during the activity which can be used for publicity purposes
• Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety, Jewellery, Cash and baggage
**SMOKING AND DRINKING STRICTLY PROHIBITED AT THE TIME OF TREKKING AND CAMPING.**
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