Trek with Bhramanti365 : Trek to Nagphani - Dukes Nose on 6th Night and 7th October 2012

Dear Trekkers,

Bhramanti365 has arranged trekk to Nagphani - Dukes Nose at Lonavala ,

The Dukes Nose is popular as Nagphani.Nagphani (Duke's Nose) appears almost inaccessible, but it is a surprisingly simple trek to reach the summit from the southern approach. The trekker is rewarded with amazing views of the Mumbai-Pune road and rail corridors, as well as great views of Khandala and the surrounding Sahyadri peaks. Duke's Nose is a convenient day trip from either Mumbai or Pune and the trekking route starts also very conveniently near the Lonavala railway station.

Date: 6th Ngt + 7th Oct 2012.
Trek: Dukes Nose.
Region: Lonavla.
Grade: Easy.
Type: Hill Fort.
Base Village: Kurwande

Cost: Rs. 250/-

Trek Schedule as follows :-

Trekkers from Mumbai:
The journey starts on 6th ngt with Siddheshwar Express( train timings as mentioned below ). People who are interested should take respective train from respective stations with ticket till lonavala station. (Please take ticket for respected stations and reach atleast half an hour early, as there might be a long queue for the tickets and ask for Siddheshwar express ticket till lonavala).

Train Timings :- Siddheshwar Express
CST - 22.40
Dadar – 22.50
Thane – 23.15
Kalyan – 23.30
Lonavla – 1.08

For pune trekkers:-

Catch the Pune Lonavala Local Scheduled at 12.15 AM from Pune station.

Train Timings :-Pune-Lonavala Local
Pune : 00.15
Shivaji Nagar: 0.21
Khadki: 00.26
Dapodi: 00.31
Kasarwadi: 00.35
Pimpri:00 .38
Chinchwad:00 .42
Talegaon: 1.04
Malavali: 1.20
Lonavala : 01.30

1) Meeting point at Lonavala Railway Station (Please take a ticket till lonavala from the Ticket Window)
2) Start walking towards Base Village kurvande.
3) Ascend for (Nagfani) Dukes Nose.
4) Atop 5:30 Am.
5) Sunrise & Breakfast.
6) Exploration Dukes & Dutches nose.
7) Descend towards kurvande village.
8) From kurvande village review session & depart for home.

This includes Lonawala TO Lonawala Transportation, Breakfast etc & Expertise Charges.

Things To Carry:-

A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (a must)
Good trekking shoes, Extra pair of Cloths, and a pair of Socks.
Camera, Cell Phone, ( with plastic wraping & on your own Risk )
Avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments ( Suggested )
Carry some Biscuits, choclates, strepsils.etc
Kindly carry your personal medicines if any.
A haversack to put all these things

For registration /confirmation kindly contact on the below mentioned numbers:-

Amey Bhagat :- 09987121415 / 09821810177
Gitanjali Bhagat :- 09833129992.

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DO's

Do your best to Trek with friends. It's much safer than hiking alone, and more fun too!
Research the trail and area before heading out so you know what to expect.
Make a Contact during Trekk to know people better.
Keep Natural Habitat Undisturbed.It keeps you and the Flaura and Fauna Safe for the next Trekkers.
Always keep spare water / food,avoid gold & big amount cash.
Use double socks at a time ( To Avoid the Jerk and Corns on the foot )
Things you can use to boost your energy:- Chocolate,Enerzol,Electrol,Glucon D,Lemon,Sugar,
keep info of ur team mates ( blood group/allergies/emergency contact no )
keep one hunting knife & lighter (very useful in survival )

Dont's

Don't disturb animals or their homes. Be a quiet observer and take pics if you want.
Don't litter. Pack a small garbage bag so you can keep track of your trash.
Don't stay on a trail that is too difficult for you. It's more than OK to turn around.
Don't Carry Alcohol or cigarette on the Trek.

Regards,
Amey Bhagat
Save Nature for Future
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