organized
Monsoon tour to Amboli
Information about trip :
Kown as : Amboli Ghats*
Region : Sahyadri hills in the Sindhudurg district
Trip Type : Trail
Difficulty level : Easy
Batch strength : 18 max
The beautiful hill-station of Amboli is rightly called the ‘queen’ of
Maharashtra; such is its natural splendour. Famous among environmentalists as a
precious ecological hotspot, it is cool, calm, serene and enriched with all the
treasures that the world of flora and fauna can bestow upon it. Located in the
princely state of Sawantwadi, Amboli is located on the ridge of the Western
Ghats and is particularly majestic during the monsoon when impromptu waterfalls
gush down the hilly terrain.
Located 529 kilometers from Mumbai and well-connected by road, the
railway station nearest to it is at Sawantwadi Road on the Konkan railway line
while the closest airport is at Dabolim in Goa. Amboli is situated at an
altitude of 690 meters above the sea level and its amazing topography comprises
dense forest area with a large number of waterfalls which increase in number
during the rains. In fact, it is the heavy rainfall of an average of 750
centimeters per year which results in such thick growth of trees and plants
along the hillsides. The hill-station was a favorite with the British rulers
and it is said that Colonel Westrop was the one who took special efforts in
developing this place. Winter is actually the perfect season to visit Amboli
and some of the points that are a ‘must see’ include the Nangartas Waterfall,
Hiranyakeshi, Sea View Point, and Mahadevgad. Kavlesaad Point is another
interesting point from where you can get a view of the Sahyadri ranges.
However, for those who would like to add a little more mysticism to
their visit, choose to go during the monsoon season. The entire region gets
covered with a dense fog during several times a day. It is then that you can
actually experience the power of silence and how nature makes it own music.
Meanwhile, don’t forget to stop by at the HiranyakeshiMandir. It is from here
that the river Hiranyakeshi originates. The approach road is rough but the
destination provides a wonderful experience. You would in fact want to spend
hours at this calm and peaceful spot. The river ultimately flows through
Karnataka where it is known as Ghataprabha. There’s also a small temple
dedicated to Parvati.
Places to Visit :
·
Amboli Waterfall: A waterfall just 3 kms from town centre and a popular visit
option. Waterfall is at its best during
monsoon.
·
Nangarta Fall: A waterfall at 10 kms from Amboli and a popular visit option.
Waterfall is at its best during monsoon.
·
MahadeoGad:View points that overlooks Konkan and the twin forts, Manohar
& Santosh Gad
·
Hiranyakeshi Temple: At Hiranyakeshi, The river springs out from the mouth of a
cave has a small Shiva Temple there.
Iternary:
Day 1 (Friday 15th September
2017)
Meet
up at 2000 HRS at Panvel Station
Depart
for Sawantwadi by 16335 NAGERCOIL EXP
Day
2 (Saturday 16th September 2017)
Reach
resort by 11am , freshen up breakfast & leave for local sight-seeing by
local vehicle reach back hotel by 8 pm
Day 3 (Sunday 17th
September 2017)
start
early morning check out from hotel, visit local sightseeing points & reach
station by 5pm Catch a train for Mumbai (11004RAJYA RANI EXP )
Monday morning
reach Mumbai by 7am
Cost : 3750/- PP
Inclusions:
Sleeper
class railway tickets (Panvel-Sawantwadi road –Mumbai),all local transports,all
meals on Saturday,Breakfast& lunch on Sunday , Accommodation on sharing basis
Exclusions:
Meals
During Railway Journeys (Dinner on Friday & Sunday)
For Registrations Call team
Indradhanu
Tanmay 8850320048,9773691236
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Payment details:
One
needs to pay 1500rs. advance at the time
of booking
The amount it to be deposited to the
following account
Quasar Innovative Solutions
Current Account : 0662102000012032
IFSC : IBKL0000662
IDBI BANK
Send transaction slip to indradhanu.foundation@gmail.com
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Wish you happy monsoon touring ahead.....!!!
