Katewadi-Naneghat-Bhimashankar-Khandas Trek
3 DaysIncluded/Exclude
Cost Includes
- A. Traveling by private vehicle.
- B. Guide charges, Trek Fund, First Aid kit etc.
- C. Expenses on Breakfast/Tea and Evening Tea
Cost Excludes
- Any other expenses like cost of mineral water, soft drinks, desserts, chips, packaged snacks etc. is not included.
Trek Description
A High endurance and long-distance traverse in Sahyadris seamlessly connecting ancient trade routes, formidable hill forts, mountain passes, dense forests, and a jyotirlinga temple.)
Contact Info
- Leader: Rajashri Kamath 9969524040 (Contact for Booking)
- Co-Leader: Kaustubh Kulkarni 9920920383
Trek Schedule
19.43: Board Karjat- CSMT train for return journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Indicative Checklist of items to be carried (personal items not included): Do Not Forget to carry mandatory Items.
- Extra cash, in case the expenses exceed Rs. 900/- per head.
- Good quality sack to accommodate things required for the trek - MANDATORY (you must also share a load of common equipment/material, if any, besides your luggage) (Avoid: 1-strap sack, handbags, suitcases, plastic bags etc.)
- Trekking Shoes that don’t slip on slippery surface (E.g. CTR/Action Trekking Shoes), Socks. MANDATORY
- Water bottle (min. 2 ltrs) – MANDATORY
- Additional pair of clothes. (For Waterfall)
- Cap
- Chocolates / Titbits / Fruits/ chikki etc. as per choice
- Torch with extra cells – MANDATORY
- Personal Medicines, if any.
- Packed Lunch for Sunday– MANDATORY
- Trekking Pole
- Floaters/Sandals
our clothing should be decent and sober. Avoid wearing jeans, shorts, sleeveless tops, tights and revealing clothes.
1. It is recommended to wear comfortable full-sleeve shirts and trousers/ trek pants. It helps to avoid mosquito & insect bites and scratches from thorny bushes along the route. The salwar kameez also works fine for ladies. Clothes made up of quick drying fabrics are useful for a trek in monsoon.
Note - half Pants/ Three-Forths are STRICTLY not allowed while trekking.
- Any good trekking shoes (like Action/CTR Trekking shoes) that won’t slip on the slippery surface are recommended. For rainy season shoes with ankle support are particularly useful. Avoid ordinary canvass shoes or Hunter shoes (which have hard sole) as possibility of slipping with them is higher. It is advisable to wear the shoes which are one size higher to avoid blisters. Avoid torn/worn out shoes.
Note – Participants without proper trekking shoes will not be allowed to continue for safety reasons and be sent back.
- For reasons of safety, no participant will be allowed to trek without proper shoes and clothing.
- Avoid carrying excessive cash/gold ornaments.
- Please leave this trek brief & details of the trek with someone at home.
- Non-veg food & consumption of liquor is prohibited during the trek.
- This is a trek/nature trail & not a picnic and everyone is required to follow the rules & regulations of the club, applicable to every trek (reproduced at the end).
- Everybody is required to contribute in camping work like cleaning camp site, carrying equipment etc.
- Avoid photography/selfies at difficult spots. Ensure that you are not taking any risk while doing photography.
- This trek requires prior experience of trekking.
Fantabulous trek completed successfully with chakram hikers. Essential arrangements and trek leaders were spot on ! Rajashri’s planning, execution and Kaustubh’s singing made the trek easier in such unfavourable weather.
Happy hiking !!!
it was memorable experience trekking with Chakram Hikers as always totally offbeat and list explored trek route. Food at every was delicious and authentic home made test. had a lovely memories of this trek Thanks to Rajshree and Kaustubh for arranging such a lovely trek.
ट्रेकचा मार्ग अतिशय छान होता. सर्व व्यवस्था आवश्यकतेनुसार होती आणि अगदी छोट्या-छोट्या गोष्टींचीही काळजी घेतली गेली होती. सह-नेत्यासह (co-leader) ट्रेकमधील बहुतेक सहकारी माझ्यासाठी नवीन असूनही, आमची टीम खूप छान जुळून आली. राजश्री आणि कौस्तुभ, तुमचे खूप खूप आभार. Enjoyed a lot.
Fantabulous trek. Hats of to trek leads Rajashree & Kaustubh for their planning & execution of this memorable trek. Taking care of the each minute detail… Food arrangements and stay were excellent… Happy trekking
### An Unforgettable Trek with Chakram Hikers
The **Kaatewaadi–Naaneghat–Bhimashankar Khandas Trek** was undoubtedly one of the most difficult and challenging treks I have experienced. The trail tested our endurance, patience, and determination at every step. But all the effort was completely worth it when we reached the top of **Durga Dhakoba**. The breathtaking views from the summit were absolutely beautiful and became the biggest highlight and happiness of the entire trek.
A major contribution to the successful completion of this trek was made by our trek leaders **Rajashree Kamath and Kaustubh Kulkarni**, along with our guide **Hari Bhavu**. Their experience, guidance, and constant support gave us the confidence to keep moving forward, even during the most difficult sections.
The discipline maintained by all the participants also played an important role in making this challenging trek smoother and more enjoyable. Our leaders and guide had planned the entire trek exceptionally well. Great care was taken to ensure that everyone was comfortable and that the participants faced no unnecessary inconvenience. The arrangements for **food, accommodation, and guidance throughout the trek were excellent**.
I have trekked across the Sahyadri region with many trekking groups before, but I have absolutely no hesitation in saying that joining **Chakram Hikers** has given me an opportunity to experience and understand the Sahyadris much more intimately. Their passion, planning, discipline, and dedication truly stand out.
A heartfelt thank you to the entire **Chakram Hikers team** for organizing such a memorable and challenging trek. I look forward to joining you on many more exciting adventures and exploring more of the beautiful Sahyadris together.
छान नियोजन आणि चोख व्यवस्था. दोन्ही नेत्यांनी आणि सहप्रवाशांनी व्यवस्थित सांभाळून घेऊन हा कठीण श्रेणीतला सह्यप्रवास पूर्ण करायला खूप मदत केली. बऱ्याच काळापासून मनात असलेला हा ट्रेक करायला मदत केल्याबद्दल चक्रम हायकर्सचे विशेष आभार !