Itinerary: Lohagad Hike and Waterfall Rappelling (110ft) – Monsoon Trek – Weekend trip

ABOUT THE PLACE :

Lohagad (“Iron Fort”) is one of the many hill forts of Maharashtra state in India. Situated close to the hill station Lonavala and 52 km (32 mi) northwest of Pune, Lohagad rises to an elevation of 1,033 m (3,389 ft) above sea level^[1]. The fort is connected to the neighboring Visapur fort by a small range. The fort was under the Maratha empire for the majority of the time, with a short period of 5 years under the Mughal empire.

Source : Wikipedia

Try something new this monsoon and enjoy waterfall rappelling in Lonavala. With nature at its bountiful best, you’ll get to experience the rains in a whole new light while rappelling down the Dudhiware waterfall. This is a moderately difficult activity that is suitable for adventure enthusiasts and fit newbies.

–>Who Are Eligible: Adventure Lovers and perfectly fit people only (14+)

–>Difficulty: Easy – Medium

**NOTE: Every participant should wear Full Sleeves & Full Track pant to avoid power bite from insect

Tentative Itinerary

Day 1:

8:30 PM – Board Mumbai express from Nampally (8:30 PM) / Begumpet (8:40 PM) / Lingampally (9:00 PM) – (mentioned the train names for Hyderabad)

Day 2:

10.00 am – Reach Lonavala station and Start To Dudhiware
11.30 am – Reach Rappelling Start Point

Introduction About Equipment & Rappelling

12.00 pm – Start Rappelling
4.00 pm – Finish Rappelling and Start to Camping Place
5.30 pm – Reach Camping Place.. Pitch Tents / HomeStay(Basic Washrooms)
8.30 pm – Dinner, chit chat and more fun…
10:00 pm – Go to Sleep

Note: This day will be the major day and the timings may change based on the group members, group size and also weather conditions. So remember the timings are very much tentative.

Day 3:

6.00 am – Wake up call and freshen up
7.30 am – Hike To Lohagad Fort …Come back and have Breakfast
9.30 am – Start to Malwali and Catch a local train to Lonavala
1:30 pm – Reach Lonavala
2:00 PM – Lunch
3:00 PM – Catch Train to Hyderabad

Day 4:

5:45 AM – Reach Hyderabad and say Sayonara

Inclusions:

Hyderabad to Hyderabad train sleeper class
110 ft rappelling activity
Home stay – and food at that stay
Saturday’s Dinner
Sunday’s breakfast
Local transport from Lonavala to Rappelling point
Experienced Trek Lead and Rappelling equipments
First Aid Support
Organizer expenses

Exclusions:

Anything that is not part of Inclusions.

Things To Carry :

Good Pair of Trekking Shoes (Extra Pair Of Socks)
40L Rucksack
Extra Pair Of Clothes
Torch Light
Sleeping Bag / Thick Blanket
Any Personal Medication
Mosquito Repellants
Separate Small Bag To Carry Your Trash
Water Bottles
Toiletries
Plastic covers to put your wet clothes
Food ( Snack Bars, Chocolates …) – Optional
Camera – Optional
Playing Cards ( to pass time with trek mates)

BCF Guidelines And Advisory :

No Smoking… No Alcohol… No Littering.
No pollution of water
This is not a luxury trip but we will try our best to make it comfortable
We carry basic First Aid, please do inform us if you need any special attention
If you feel unwell bring to the notice of the organizers immediately
Organizers are not responsible for loss of any belongings. please take care of your belongings.

Price Range : INR 3800 – INR 4200

For more details/ group discounts/ quotation/required gear please get in touch with us

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