Outing at Prabalmachi & Trek to Kalavantin fort

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About Kalavantin :
Kalavantin Durg is situated on northeast side of Panvel, on Mumbai-Pune road. Can see it from express highway a V-Shaped one. This is considered as one of the best trekking spots in the Sahyadri mountain range.

About Prabalmachi :
Prabalmachi Located near Shedung Phata of Panvel is the base village for two famous treks Kalavantin Durg and Prabalgad. Prabalmachi Village offers basic camping/homestay comforts for the enthusiast with great views. You can see Karnala Fort, Panvel City , Matheran , Irshalgad , Morbe Dam from Prabalmachi and by climbing nearby forts. It is a very popular trekking destination near Navi Mumbai. Lush green forest and excellent trekking opportunity are available around Prabalmachi. Locals take utmost care of campers by providing homestay or tents with home cooked food. Pre-monsoon you can see fireflies glowing around the village like dance of fireflies.

Highlights :
• Explore one of the steepest pinnacles of Maharashtra
• Homestay in a base village (or Camping in tents if it’s not raining)
• Authentic Veg/Non veg Food with Local flavours
• Panoramic view of Sahyadri in monsoon
• Beautiful landscapes & Mesmerizing views for photography, Blogs & Vlogs

Schedule:
DAY 1 – Saturday,

04:00 pm Meet at Panvel Station

04:15 pm Move towards Thakurwadi (Base Village) in Public Transport or a rented vehicle

05:15 pm Reach Thakurwadi & start a mini trail towards Prabalmachi after a quick introduction

07:15 pm Reach Prabalmachi (where we will be staying for the night) Get Refreshed & settled.

08:00 pm Prepare for a night under the cloudy sky, have delicious local cuisine for dinner, let the Singers in you come out, play a few games, share stories (especially ghost stories), make new friends and enjoy the chilled windy weather.

10:30 pm Off to the bed for a sound sleep (For those who are very sleepy)

Day Ends

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DAY 2 – Sunday,

06:00 am Wake up call, get refreshed with a hot cup of tea & light breakfast

07:00 am Move towards Kalavantin Durg, for those who would like to trek. Others can enjoy their morning at Prabalmachi

08:30 am Reach the pinnacle, bask in the majestic view from the top, take selfies with an amazing background

09:00 am Start the descend towards Prabalmachi

10:30 am Reach Prabalmachi,
Get fresh, have a quick brunch & pack ur bags

11:30 pm Start to descend towards Thakurwadi

12:30 pm Reach Thakurwadi, say your goodbyes with a promise to meet again, leave for Panvel in our transfer vehicle.

01:30 pm Reach Panvel Stn. This brings us to the end of our trip, Or rather just the beginning 🙂

Things To Carry:
– Bottle of Water (at least 1.5 liters each)
– Identity Proof (must)
– Ready to eat food like plum cakes, dry fruits, biscuits, chocolates etc.
– Raincoat, Extra pair of cloths
– Cap, Camera & Torch (must)
– Chadar, mat or sleeping bag
– Good Trekking shoes; don’t ware flip-flops or kitos
– Personal care stuff, ORS, medicines which you require usually
– A haversack to put all the things in, please do not carry sling bags or jholas

Advisory:
1 Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited
2 Trek Leader’s decision will be final and binding to everyone
3 Participants are responsible for his/her own safety and baggage
4 There is a freshen up / washroom facility at the top. There are 2 toilets at the base village
5 Avoid carrying heavy weight for the trek
6 Do not carry laptops, expensive gadgets & gold ornaments etc.
7 Floaters and Sandals are not allowed, please wear sports shoes or trekking shoes of good quality

Important: Participant with any medical issues /history are not allowed to opt for this event; plz let us know in advance.

Charges rs. 1199/- 💸
inclusive of everything mentioned below:

Stay: 🏕️
• Accommodation in Hilltop Dormitory on sharing basis. (We usually accommodate in Hilltop camps on a Twin sharing basis Tents. However, it’s bit uncomfortable & unsafe to stay in tents due to heavy rainfall & wind flow)

Meals: 🫕
• Evening Tea & Snacks
• Authentic Veg / Non Veg food for Dinner (Day 01)
• Breakfast with Tea prior to the trek (Day 02)
• Tasty Local Veg food for Brunch post trek (Day 02)

Transportation: 🛻
• Pick up and drop from Panvel Railway Station to Vitthalwadi & Entry fees to Prabalmachi (if any)

Expertise: 🐾
• Safe & Secured Homestay
• Sanitized Room & Clean Washroom
• Tasty Hygienic Food
• Tour Guide throughout the Trek
• Local Support for Rock Climbing patch

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