The Enchanted Plus Valley trek

Dear Adventurists,
Discover yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the enchanted plus valley. The great amphitheater of Tamhini Ghat welcomes you with its well preserved forest, this trek falls on one of the most scenic routes on the outskirts of Pune City.

SUMMARY

Date : Oct 26th 2024
Trip Duration : 1 day
Time: 5:30 am to 8:30 pm
Self drive : 1575/- per person (You will be guided by our team with proper map and check-points with phone call assistance)
Private clean and sanitized bus/mini bus non AC: 1890/- per person.
Inclusions: Transportation, breakfast, lunch, snacks during the trek, lunch, hi tea, forest permits, packaged drinking water, Rivers and Ridges expertise and guidance.

TREK / EXPERIENCE TYPE

Trekking Grade: Moderate-Difficult

Endurance: High
Distance: 7 km approx
Weather: Overcast mostly, although sunshine is randomly expected.
Family friendly: Yes
Min Age: 12 years

Note: Travel from Pune to Pune from our selected pick up points only. Any other pick up point only if falling on the exit route may be considered depending upon the traffic and time check.

ITINERARY
5:00 am Nibm road RNR office
5:30 am Blue Nile restaurant camp
6:30 am Exit Pune via Paud Road
7:30 am Breakfast

9:30 am: Commence Plus Valley Trek.
Complete Trek by 3:00 pm
3:30 Have late lunch
4:30 pm Departure for Pune.
8:30 pm Reach Pune

Bookings for the trip can be made by bank transfer, Upi or cash
Please note 100% payment is required to get a confirmed booking. Account details below:

Name: Rivers and Ridges
Bank Name: Punjab National Bank
Bank account Number: 6631002100001031
Branch: Kondhwa
City: Pune
IFSC Code: PUNB0663100
Account type: Current

Things to carry:

1) Trekking bag for all your belongings to carry during the trek (must have double shoulder straps). Can be left in the car, need not be carried for the trek.
2) Trash Bag/Plastic bag for carrying worn/wet clothes.
3) Camouflage / Light colored clothing pref. dry fit clothes with one spare set to change into after the trek.
4) Good hiking or sports shoes (make sure your shoes are intact and there aren’t any worn out edges) you can carry an additional pair of sandals or crocs.
5) Caps or Hats
6) Hand Towel
7) Munchies and personal snacks
8) Personal medication
9) Camera (optional)
10) Binoculars (optional)
11) Shawl (optional)
12) One ltr water bottle (COMPULSORY)
13) Mask
14) Sanitizer
15) Rain Jacket or Windcheater.

This trek has been carefully planned with our local guides who make daily visits to the forests for cattle grazing as a part of their livelihood. Our lunch will be arranged by them in a clean sanitized home fitted with clean washrooms.

IMPORTANT:
Please take care of all your belongings, you can leave your bags in the bus during the trek, it will be kept very safe.
Notify us immediately in case of any medical emergency.
We do not provide and encourage carrying any alcoholic drinks or substance; you will be at your own responsibility to leave the trek if found under any influence, without any refund and costs that may occur for your departure.
Adventure camping and outdoor sports/ recreation is purely for nature lovers and not for party groups; we respect nature and do our best to spread awareness about wilderness conservation.
Historic forts hold pride and valor for those who ruled there and we request you to show some respect by not indulging in any activity that will be disrespectful towards the historic figures and the present community living there.
Be sure that you are responsible for your own personal belongings
We like to keep the wildlife wild. We follow – leave no trace policy, we request you to carry your trash until we find a proper disposal bin.
Everyone has to fill out the undertaking form before joining the trip.
Kindly read our cancellation policy before making any payments.

Availability is first come first serve basis. Last day of confirming is 2 days prior to the event date,
but please book your seats as soon as possible.
For any questions, call Rohan: 7350064961. Looking forward to seeing you all.

Thanks,
Team Rivers and Ridges.