Gandikota and Belum Caves

Gandikota and Belum caves are a combination of geological wonders in Incredible India.
Gandikota Fort is famous for the beautiful gorge on the bank of river Penna. The ruins of Gandikota Fort narrates its history dating back to the 12th century. The fort has 2 beautiful ancient temples (Madhavaraya & Ranganatha Swamy).
Belum caves is the largest cave system open to the public on the Indian subcontinent. Known for stalactite and stalagmite formations, the Belum caves have long passages, galleries, spacious caverns with fresh water and siphons. The cave system reaches its deepest point 46 m (151 ft) from entrance level at the point known as Patalganga. Belum Caves have a length of 3,229 m. It is said that Buddhist and Jain monks meditated here.

Brief Itinerary:
#Friday,
18:45 – Catch 12163 MAS Festival Special Exp from Mumbai (LTT, Thane or Kalyan)
22:00 – Those joining from Pune can board the same train

#Saturday,
10:00 – Reach Tadipatri and have breakfast
14:00 – Reach Hotel near Gandikota and get fresh
15:00 – Explore Gandikota fort, Granary, Jumma Masjid etc.
17:30 – Enjoy Sunset view from Grand Canyon of India
19:00 – Campfire and fun at Hotel

#Sunday,
06:00 – Get up early to view the sunrise from Grand Canyon
07:30 – Explore the Ranganathaswamy Temple, Madhavaraya Temple, etc
11:00 – Checkout from Hotel and move to Belum
14:00 – Explore Belum Caves after Lunch
18:00 – Board 22160 MAS Exp from Tadipatri towards Mumbai

#Monday, 4th Oct
08:00 – Reach Pune
12:00 – Reach Mumbai

Fees: Rs.4500 (excluding train tickets)
For booking you need to pay Rs.2500 advance. Max 15 participants in a batch

Cancellation Charges (not negotiable):
Rs.2500 – If cancelled at least 14 days before the trip
Rs.4500 – If cancelled in last 14 days to trip

Book your train tickets early to avoid WL tickets. Expected charges for train tickets from Mumbai to Tadipatri and back in sleeper class: Rs.1500; 3AC – Rs.3500

Basic fee Includes:
– Travel from Tadipatri onwards
– All Food and refreshments (excluding train)
– Accommodation at Gandikota
– Entry charges at various sightseeing places

Basic fee Excludes:
– Train tickets and food in train
– Bottled water/cold drinks during trip
– Any extra cost arising due to unforeseen events beyond our control
– Anything not mentioned in ‘Includes’

Contact:
Krishna Kuya – 9820285295 (Also available on WhatsApp)
Email – kuya.krishna@gmail.com

For payment through UPI: kuya@hdfcbank

For Payment through Paytm or Google Pay: 9820285295

Things to be carried:
– At least 1 litre water in a reusable bottle (compulsory, all time in your bag)
– Proper clothing for two days
– We appreciate people carrying fruits, dry fruits and Energy bars
– Sunscreen, hat, umbrella etc.

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