WSR Monsoon Trek to Bhimashankar Via Ganesh Ghat On 15th September 2024

 

Short Info:

Height: 3296 feet

Grade: Thrilling

Time: Maximum 4.5 to 5 Hrs from Khandas, Base Village

Location: Nagar District

Cost: 1499/- Per Person

             1449/- WSR Members

Trek Lead: Deepak 

 

About:

Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga and sacred place. Bhimashankar is located in the village Bhorgiri in the ghat region of the Sahyadri range. Situated at an height of around 3,250 feet, Bhimashankar is surrounded by hills and is covered by thick green rainforests. Legend has it that the name Bhimashankar was originated from the river Bhima which evaporated due to the generated between the war of Lord Shiva and the demon Tripurasura. It is considered to be one of the holiest places in India because of the jyotirlinga. Bhimashankar is also a popular destination for trekkers. Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is another important reason why people come here.

 

Major Attractions:

Multiple Waterfalls

Bhimashankar Temple

Trek through dense jungle

Ladder Route & Thrilling Adventures rock patches climb

Amazing view from the top

 

Itinerary:

Day-0, Saturday

CST – Khopoli ( Slow Train ) Please Board second compartment from CST end

10:28 pm: CST

10:36 pm: Byculla

10:46 pm: Dadar

10:57 pm: Kurla

11:03 pm: Ghatkopar

11:19 pm: Mulund

11:23 pm: Thane

11:47 pm: Dombivli

11:58 pm: Kalyan

Day-1, Sunday

12:09 am, Ambarnath

12:33 am: Neral

12:45 am: Start Journey by Local Transport to Khandas Base Village

02:30 am: Reach Khandas (Base Village) & Rest

Early Morning B/f & Tea

05:00 am: Trek Starts

06:30 am: @ 1st Ladder

06:30 am: Laddar Ascend

07:30 am: Last ladder

08:00 am: @ Waterfall-Break

08:30 am: Tea @ Padarwadi

09:00 am: Trek resume

11:15 am: @ Bhimashankar

Bhimashankar Temple Darshan … There will be a queue for this one

12:30 pm: Lunch Time

14:00 pm: Descend Start via Ganesh Ghat route

18:30 pm: @ Khandas

Evening Tea

19:00 pm: Start return journey to Karjat

20:40 pm: Karjat – CST (Fast Local) (that’s – subjective)

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. 

as its one of the 12 jyotirlinga so there is always a big queue for darshan so we will be taking darshan from outside itself and start our return journey

(for proper darshan we always suggest a 1 Day Stay option near the temple)

 

Includes:

Transportation from Neral to base village by private vehicle.

Morning breakfast, tea & Lunch. (Veg Food)

Travelling from base village to Neral / Karjat.

Guide & expertise charges.

 

Excludes:

Train tickets to Karjat

Any personal expenses

Any other charges not mentioned above.

Things to be carried:

Identity proof (Must)

A bottle of water (atleast 3 Liters) must

1 torch (a must) with spare batteries (a must)

Rain cheater

Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.

Bunch of Papers, Camera, Cap etc.

Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)

A good trekking shoes, extra pair of floaters.

A haversack to put in all the things to be carried....so that one has ones hands free while trekking.

Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

 

Registration accepted only through 100% Advance payment of Rs. 1200/- (Non-refundable)

Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.

Please read our "Terms & Conditions" before joining for any events.

 

For Registrations call Team WSR:

Deepak: 8830325868 / 9699648235 (Whats App)

If not reachable do sms or whatsapp.

Email id: info.wsroutdoors@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.