Trip to Gokarna, Yana, Mirjan, Vibhuti

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Gokarna is a small temple town on the western coast of India, known for the awe-inspiring beaches. You can walk from west facing Gokarna beach till Paradise beach or hop in the auto anytime to explore the temples and locations.
Yana is known for the two unusual karst rock formations – Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and Mohini Shikhara. It is composed of solid black, crystalline karst limestone. The place and surrounding hillocks are known for the rainforests.
Vibhuti falls is a surreal waterfall located in the deep forest. According to local legends, it was formed when ashes from the burning of demon Basmasur had to be washed away.
Mirjan fort is located on the banks of the Aghanashini River. The fort is known for its architectural elegance and it was the location of several battles in the past.

Brief Itinerary:
#Friday,
15:20 – Catch “12619 Matsyagandha Express” from LTT, Thane-15:45, Panvel-16:20

#Saturday
04:30 – Reach Gokarna station and travel to Yana. Enjoy the early morning scenic drive through ghats.
05:30 – Start trekking to Yana Caves
06:30 – We will do packed breakfast at Yana Rocks and then explore it
10:30 – Later, travel to Vibhuti Falls and enjoy the evergreen landscape around the waterfalls.
13:00 – Have lunch and later travel through ghats towards Gokarna
15:00 – Check-in the hotel of Gokarna and rest for some time
16:00 – In evening we will explore the Gokarna main beach

#Sunday,
06:00 – Gokarna Temple visit (optional)
09:00 – Breakfast and stroll at om beach
12:00 – Have Lunch and then check-out
15:00 – Explore Mirjan fort
18:00 – Reach Kumta station and catch “12620 Matsyagandha Express”

#Monday
06:30 – Reach LTT (Panvel-05:15, Thane-05:55)

Fees: Rs.4000
– Half non-refundable if cancelled at least 7 days before trip
– Non-refundable if cancelled in last 7 days to trip
– Expected charges for train tickets from Mumbai to Gokarna and back in sleeper class: Rs.1200
– You can also take a Volvo from Gokarna or Goa for return journey
– Participants from Pune can come to Panvel to get Matsyagandha Express

Basic fee Includes:
– Travel from Gokarna to Yana, Vibhuti and Mirjan
– Saturday breakfast to Sunday evening refreshments
– Accommodation in Gokarna
– Entry Charges at Yana, Vibhuti and Mirjan

Basic fee Excludes:
– Train tickets and food in train
– Bottled water/drinks during trip
– 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 personal water bottle (compulsory, all time in your bag)
– An extra pair of dry clothes and towel
– Sport shoes is recommended but floaters is also acceptable
– We appreciate people carrying juice packets, dry fruits, energy bars etc.

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