Toughest Trek in Sahyadri - AMK Trek

Dear Trekkers and Hikers,

We at Adventure Forever Trekking Club has arranged the toughest trek in Sahyadri - AMK on 23-24-25 December 2018.

 

AMK (#Alang #Madan #Kulang Trek) is undoubtedly one of the most demanding and considered to be one of the toughest treks in Maharashtra. Trekking in Maharashtra is unfinished without climbing these trio fort AMK. This trek is the test of your mental & physical stamina, confidence & endurance. This massive range of trio forts provides you some of the great scenes in Maharashtra. All three forts stand high with the towering height more than 4800 ft provides scenery that you will never forget. As you trek, you'll discover ancient temples, natural water bodies, and mysterious caves. You can expect some gorgeous #sunrises and #sunsets, & some delightful chilly nights.

 

It is said that if the trek is more difficult it will offer even great view. This statement is true in case of AMK as you can view Madan and Kulang on your way to Alang with various landscapes spread across the horizon. Overall a perfect getaway for extreme adventure enthusiasts and trekkers.

 

Short Information:

Category: Trekking

Difficulty Level: Difficult

Endurance Level: Very high

Height of forts: 4500 - 4900 - 4826 ft

Region: Igatpuri - Kalsubai

Duration: 3 Night/3 Day

Max Seats: 20 person

 

Major Attraction:

- Trek to Alang, Madan and Kulang & explore three historic forts.

- Conquer one of the toughest treks in the Sahyadri ranges.

- Spend your nights in ancient caves.

- Rock climbing, Rappelling

 

Brief Itinerary:

Day 0 -

22.50 - Catch Kasara fast local starting from CST@22.50, You can board in between stations.

**Pune people please catch 18.35 - Indrayani / 18.50 – Maysuru-Ajmer Express from Pune station and alight at Kalyan. Catch this local from kalyan.

01:30 – Reach Kasara. Meet the team & move for base village Udawane (Base Village of Alang gad ) in private vehicle.

 

Day 1 -

03.00 – Reach base village, sleep for few hours

06.00 – Wakeup call, freshen up & have breakfast

07.00 – After introduction and briefing, start trekking towards Alang

11.00 - Have packed lunch

11.30 - Reach Ladder. After climbing ladder, start a breathtaking traverse of Alang Fort around one hour

15:30 - Reach Cave of Alang Fort. Take a Rest.

17:00 - Have Evening Tea & Explore Alang fort. Water tank system, sculptures, Carvings etc. Enjoy Sunset

19:30 - Dinner. Campfire & Antakshari.

21:30 - Good night

 

Day 2 -

05:00 - Wakeup call. Enjoy the morning vibes in this beautiful vicinity

06:00 - After breakfast start Descending Alang fort with Rappelling. A small Traverse will take us towards Madan Fort.

10:00 - Start Climbing Madan fort. Rock climbing with 100% Safety.

11:30 - Explore Madan fort & start Descending the fort with Rappelling.

13:00 - Help us to prepare lunch for you. Have delicious lunch

14:30 - After Lunch Move towards Kulang with a thrilling traverse. Beautiful views in route.

18:00 - Reach Kulang. Evening at Leisure.

19:00 - Cooking activity at Kulang Caves.

20:00 - Dinner. Mountain stories. Bond over campfire

21:00 - Good night

 

Day 3 -

07:00 - Wakeup call, Have breakfast

08:30 - Explore Kulang fort

10:00 - Enjoy the Bath on kulang fort.

11:00 - Have lunch

12:00 - Start descending

16:00 - Reach base, freshen up. Have some refreshments

16:30 - Depart for Kasara

18.00 – Reach Kasara and take next train for Mumbai

20.00 – Reach Mumbai.

Bid adieu with long lasting Memories & a promise to meet soon :)

 

Fees: Rs.2990 (To be paid in advance)

Rs.200 discount - book before 1st December 2018

Rs.200 discount - Group size 4 or above

Max Discount - Rs.200

 

Inclusions:

- Travel till base village from Kasara and back in private vehicle

- Day 1: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

- Day 2: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

- Day 3: Breakfast, lunch

- Tea and Refreshments

- Technical equipment's & guide charges

- First-aid

 

Exclusions:

- Train tickets

- Bottled water or soft drinks

- Anything other than above mentioned inclusions

 

Cancellation and Refund:

● If done prior to 7 days of outing 100% will be refunded

● If done prior to 3 days of outing 50% will be refunded

● After that no refund will be provided

 

Things to carry:

1. Identity proof

2. Water Bottle (2 Liters Compulsory)

3. Electral Powder/Energy bars/Dry Snacks (dry fruits. biscuits, plum cakes etc.)

4. Good grip quality trekking shoes

5. Personal Medication (if any)

6. Toiletries (Napkin, facewash, tissue paper etc.)

7. Torch, Cap, goggles, sunscreen, mosquito repellent

8. Extra Pair of Clothes

9. Sleeping bag/mat/bedsheet

10. Slippers (optional – at the end of trek so that your feet can relax)

11. Proper Backpack to carry all these things

 

- Do not wear precious Jewelry while trekking, as we won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.

- Consuming liquor or any kind of Alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed. Anybody found smoking or consuming alcoholic drinks will be expelled from the event without refund.

- Mountains are a place of rich natural beauty. Hence, it is our duty to keep them free from garbage. So please do not litter. One is expected to deposit all wrappers/empty water bottles etc. in his/her own bag.