WSR Outdoors Monsoon Trek to Sondai
Short Info:
Type: Trekking
Grade: Easy
Endurance: Easy
Height: 1200 Ft Approx
Region: Karjat
Cost: 650/- Per Person
Leads: Adithya / Asmit
About:
Sondai is not a popular or unknown fort, stands approx 6kms of Karjat overlooking the Karjat-Chauk highway and offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshal, Rajmachi, Songiri forts and Matheran mountain range. This was used as a watch tower. The base village of Sondewadi stands on a considerable height. There are 2 water cisterns on Machi (at the base of the pinnacle) and steps are carved out of rocks to go on the topmost point where an idol of Sondai Devi stands. Two more water cisterns are on the way and has potable water. Two missing steps in the rock make one to climb a small patch of 15 feet but proper hand holds and footsteps are available and that makes it easy even in monsoon. Waverly is another village from where a bit difficult approach to the fort passes through the dense forest. Overall it’s an ideal one day hike for newcomers in the trekking field.
Highlights:
3-4 Cisterns which hold water.
Sondai Devi Statue and 2-3 carved idols which are kept under a tree.
Beautiful and enormous Matheran Mountain Range which is heaven to witness during monsoons!
Morbe Dam which gives an amazing view during monsoons.
The breathtaking view of Vavarle Dam holding the monsoon rain water.
Itinerary:
Meeting Point : Karjat Railway Station at 07:45 am
Train Timetable:
05:20 am CSMT - Karjat (Fast)
05:20 am, Karjat
05:28 am, Byculla
05:38 am, Dadar
05:48 am, Kurla
05:54 am, Ghatkopar
06:15 am, Thane
06:37 am, Dombivli
06:48 am, Kalyan
07:39 am, Karjat
Meet our leads at Karjat Station at 7:45 am
We will proceed by Local Transportation till the base village
Reach Base Village by 9.15 am
Packet Breakfast will be provided at base village.
Start the trek by 10.00 am.
Reach the top by 12.30 pm
Lunch, Fort exploration and Start descending by 2 pm.
Reach Base Village by 4 pm
Evening refreshments.
Reach back to Mumbai by 8.30 pm tentatively.
Return time is subjective to the speed of the group, traffic in return, or any unwanted situation beyond our control and can be delayed. Please inform your family members accordingly.
Includes:
Local Transportation from Karjat to Karjat
Morning Breakfast Tea
Evening Refreshment
Guide and Expertise Charges
Basic First kit
Excludes:
Lunch
Any Kind of Insurance
Anything which is not mentioned in includes
Things To Carry:
ID proof
Face Mask (must)
Hand Sanitizer (must)
Min. 2 liters water
Ready to eat food (biscuits, chips)
Good quality trekking shoes or sport shoes
Extra pair of clothes (Compulsory)
Energetic (ex. Glucon D)
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. (Please do not bring suitcases or sling bags/ jholas)
Personal medicines
Camera(optional)
Please try to wear track pants and a full sleeve t-shirt.
Don't carry any valuable ornaments
Please read our "Terms & Conditions" before joining for any events.
For Registrations call Team WSR:
Deepak: 8830325868 / 9699648235 (Whats App)
Asmit: 9503216726
If not reachable do sms or whatsapp.
Email id: wanderingsoulriders@gmail.com
Website: www.wanderingsoulriders.jimdo.com
Payment Details:
Booking only through 100% Advance payment
The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
Account No: 0228101827925
Name: Deepak P Jat.
IFS code: CNRB0000228
Type: Saving
Bank Name: Canara Bank
Branch: Naupada, Thane (w)
Gpay / Phone Pay / PAYTM: 9699648235
Once payment is done, please send an email to wanderingsoulriders@gmail.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, Email ID, Cell Number
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
1. If cancellation done prior to 10 days of outing 75% will be refunded.
2. If done prior to 5 days of outing 50% will be refunded
3. After that no refund will be provided.
Medical Disclaimer:
It is mandatory that you visit your personal physician before enrolling for the trip if you suffer from any illness of any kind and disclose the same and your medical history to the organizers of the trip so that best possible arrangements can be carried out post approval. As organizers of the trip, we will be responsible for providing basic first aid throughout the trip. In case of unexpected mishaps or accidents, we will arrange for the injured patron to be taken to the nearest medical hospital wherever possible. The medical expenses will have to be borne by the patrons themselves.
