Treks in February

Grade: Medium  If you want to do something different this time when you set out to enjoy nature, this beach trek is for you! With every step you take, there will be sound of waves crashing onto colorful rocks, golden sand and breathtaking views with every little hill you climb. Also, did we mention there’s a ferry ride, camping on a beach and sleeping under the stars? Yeah, it’s magical. You might even spot dolphins if you’re lucky! Need we say more? About Kumta-Gokarna Situated by the Konkan Railway route, the trail between Kumta and Gokarna connects more than 10 clean and beautiful beaches on the northern tip of Karnataka. Most are untouched by regular tourists and only shelter few shacks for beach lovers. Start the trail at Kumta, walk through Vannali Beach, Kadle Beach, Nirvana Beach, Paradise Beach, Half-Moon Beach and Om Beach to name a few. End the trek at Gokarna, which is home to a famous Shiva Temple. Please Note: This is a two-day trek covering approximately 15 kms in all. Every participant must carry 2 full bottles of water since there may not be shops or water outlets in between stops. There will be a vehicle to carry luggage like sleeping bags, tents, camping equipment etc. So you need to carry only a day pack for water, food, cap etc. Please divide your luggage in 2 bags accordingly. The bag that is to be left in the vehicle should be locked.   Mumbai to Mumbai Cost: 3999/- per person Kumta to Gokarna Cost: 2799/- per person ( Train Ticket Cost Not Included ) Participants from Pune can come to Panvel Station on Saturday by road and Board the train at 23:20 Hrs We will Drop you back to Panvel Station on Monday Early Morning at 05:30 Hrs and can reach Pune by any mode of transport available. Batch 1:  Saturday, 13th Feb - Sunday, 14th Feb 2021 Batch 2:  Saturday, 27th Feb - Sunday, 28th Feb 2021 Batch 3:  Saturday, 13th March - Sunday, 14th March 2021   read more read less

Grade: Moderate | Endurance Level: High Touted as one of the most popular treks of the Sahyadri range, Katraj to Sinhagad or K2S trek promises you a memorable experience. It starts from Katraj Ghats in the south of Pune and ends at Sinhagad which lies in the south-west direction of Pune. Doing the trek on a moonlit night through a series of mountains in the Sahyadri challenges your mental and physical capabilities and at the same time amply rewards you with unforgettable sceneries of nature. Katraj Ghat The mountain pass which connects Pune to the south of Maharashtra offers fascinating view of peaks and valleys of the mountain ranges of the Sahyadri along with a night view of Pune city lodged in the midst of glittering stars and moon light. Sinhagad The  famous fortress of Sinhagad has been a witness to many historical battles which includes the Battle of Sinhagad fought in 1671. Sinhagad or The Lion’s Fort enjoys a very strategic location standing in the middle of a host of forts like Rajgad, Purandar and Torna. The top of the fort also offers a mesmerizing view of the Khadakwasla Dam, a dam on the Mutha river which supplies water to Pune. If the trekker in you is looking for a rush in the adrenaline, K2S Trek is just the right bet for you! Come, join us on this thrilling adventure. About the place Katraj is suburb of Pune in Maharashtra, India. Sinhagad, Sinhgarh, or Sinhgad is a fortress located roughly 30 kilometres from Katraj. Batch 1 :  11th - 12th January 2020Batch 2 :  08th - 09th February 2020Batch 4 :  07th - 08th March 2020​Batch 6 :  04th - 05th April 2020Batch 7 :  11th - 12th April 2020 read more read less

Grade: Moderate/Difficult Dhak Bahiri Trek is one of the most adventurous treks near Mumbai. You can experience the thrill of a jungle trek and some rock climbing as well. Traversing the 70 degrees gradient rock patch near the cave is bound to give chills to even most daring trekkers. The accessible location of Dhak Bahiri caves makes it one of the most challenging treks near Pune as well. But don’t let that dim your enthusiasm. In fact, if you’ve been looking to level up, this is a great opportunity to test your grit. Dhak Bahiri Trek in Karjat is one journey you will never forget!   Batch 1 : 18th-19th January 2019   read more read less

Grade: Medium Prabalgad fort, earlier known as Muranjan, was built to watch over the Kalyan forts and Panvel forts. Trek to Prabalgad is a moderate one, with promising views after some effort. Adventurists will love to witness the sunrise amid a panorama of a number of peaks from the top of Prabalgad fort, including Kalavantin Durg, Matheran, Malanggad and Vikatgad. About the place Prabalgad could have been as famous as Matheran, if only it had a reliable water source. It is said that when British developed Matheran as a hill station, Prabalgad was under consideration too! The Prabalgad fort, which has seen one ruler after another fight for its possession, now sits peacefully in ruins, reclaimed by nature. read more read less

  About Kedarkantha Peak Feel the essence of fresh winter snow upon lush green meadows as you begin your journey upon a road earmarked by tall pine trees. A carpet of leaves of the darkest brown will greet you at the very outset. Make sure to freeze your initial view of a frozen lake encompassing the campsite in your lens (or maybe even your handy 4G/3G camera phone). It will take a while to reach the summit, but oh! the complete 360 degree view of snow clad peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas is sure to take your breathe away. Feel at home in the serene and calm Himalayas. Travel Suggestions Please meet the Trikon Team at Dehradun Railway Station at 6am on Day 1 For Departures, we would be reaching Dehradun by evening 6 - 7 pm. Kindly book your travel arrangements accordingly.   Batch 1 : 28th December 2018 -  04th January 2019 Ex Delhi ( New Year Special Batch ) Batch 2 : 29th December 2018 - 03rd January 2019 Ex Dehradun ( New Year Special Batch ) read more read less

Night Trek to Ratangad Grade: Medium |  Endurance: Medium  As the name suggest, Ratangad is a ‘jewel’ of a fort situated atop a hill overlooking the Bhandardara region. The caves up there can shelter dozens of trekkers at a time. Kalsubai peak and the Konkan-Kada are visible from here, along with a number of waterfalls! The view of lakes from atop are mesmerizing. Ratangad is a fort in Ratan Wadi, Maharashtra, India, overlooking the locale of Bhandardara, one of the oldest artificial catchment area. The fort is about 2000 years old. Ratangad has a natural rock peak with a cavity in it at the top which is called ‘Nedhe’ or ‘Eye of the Needle’. The fort has four gates Ganesh, Hanuman, Konkan and Trimbak. It also has many wells on the top Batch 1 : 19th - 20th December 2020 read more read less

Wandering in the mountains, on the slopes that give life and are home to many lives and sitting back across the sub-tropical pine forests, green lush carpets, snow-capped mountains and witnessing the lake with the reflection of the starts and the moon. The melting snow that flows in the lake is one of the sources of the Kareri Lake.This is somewhat an experience of the Kareri Lake, the lake with utmost beauty. This lake is a shallow lake and is a fresh water lake. This frozen beauty is beyond your imagination. Kareri Lake is a dream destination which is a trail to rocky grassland, pines and shrubs. With a vast number of birds, this trek brings you more close to nature with the chirping of birds. If you love bird watching then let us tell you that the Kareri Lake Trek is an endless treasure trove of large number of species of birds and it is the perfect destination for the shutterbugs as there are huge number of bird species that hide in the pines and shrubs which is a perfect location for these unique species of birds. You may even spot the Blue Magpie! The trail also goes through the Nyung Nallah which is a treat for the eye during the trek. Once you reach the Kareri Lake, you can see the breath taking views of the Dhauladhars, Indrahara Pass, Mun Peak. Trikon gives you a perfect gateway to heaven by taking you on a dream journey to the Kareri LakeAbout the Place: This untouched lake is situated at 2934 metres above the sea level at 9 km North West of Dharamsala in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. This lake is a shallow lake and is a fresh water lake. Also known as one of the best trekking destinations in the Dhauladhars, the Kareri Lake is frozen from the month of December to the month of April. There is a lot to see at the Kareri Lake. You will also see a temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva which is nestled on a hilltop when you look from the Kareri Lake. While trekking to this sublime beauty you will come across the Chir and Chilgoza pines, with number of bird species. At the other side of the Kareri Lake you will see the Gaddi Kothis which is an area or a grazing ground for cattle. Kareri Lake is a base for other treks and for trekking further into the Dhauladhar and to Chamba and Bharmour via the Minkiani Pass (4250m) and Baleni Pass (3710m). The Kareri Lake gives a scenic view as it is surrounded by mountains and Alpine trees and gushing streams making its way through the green meadows. Even the villages here are worth visiting as their located in nature away from the city noise and pollution.  The trek is challenging and filled with adventure as there is not just one path but a various terrains to this trek. You will be trekking on plain roads or crossing from a beautiful wooden bridge built on a gushing river. To a trail into a mystical forest to spending nights under the starts in a tent, Trikon brings to you the Kareri Lake Trek which is a beautiful combination of an enchanting trip and a thrilling adventure.   Batch 1 : 13th-19th Oct 2019Batch 2 : 17th-23rd Nov 2019Batch 3 : 08th-14th Dec 2019Batch 4 : 22nd-28th Dec 2019Batch 5 : 29th Dec-3rd Jan 2020   Above dates not possible? Contact us & we promise to customize above itinerary as per your convenience. Call now on 9820022466 or drop an email on mailtrikon@gmail.com read more read less

About Matheran: Situated on the western ghats of Maharashtra, Matheran is one of the smallest hill station in India. The meaning of ‘Matheran’ is forest on the forehead. This hill station was identified by Hugh Poyntz Malet in May 1850. In this hill station, there are as many as 36-38 viewpoints such as Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Panorama Point (provides 360 degree view), Monkey Point, One Tree Hill Point and many more. There are few ways for Matheran trek which includes One Tree Hill, Vikatgad, Sunset Point, Garbett Point and camping places like Garbett Point, Charolette Lake, Sunrise Point.   Things To Carry: Identity Card 2 liters of Water  Proper Trekking/Sports Shoes Steel Utensils for Night Dinner Scanitiser Backpack to stuff in your things (No Handbags / Jholas) Full length clothes to avoid insect bites Fruits, light snacks Sleeping bag / Mat/ blanket Mosquito repellent cream Medicines (If Required)   read more read less

About Matheran: Situated on the western ghats of Maharashtra, Matheran is one of the smallest hill station in India. The meaning of ‘Matheran’ is forest on the forehead. This hill station was identified by Hugh Poyntz Malet in May 1850. In this hill station, there are as many as 36-38 viewpoints such as Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Panorama Point (provides 360 degree view), Monkey Point, One Tree Hill Point and many more. There are few ways for Matheran trek which includes One Tree Hill, Vikatgad, Sunset Point, Garbett Point and camping places like Garbett Point, Charolette Lake, Sunrise Point. Things to Carry ID Card 2 ltrs water Camera (Optional) Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder Snacks & Biscuits Extra Pair of Clothes (If Required) Clean napkin or small towel Cap, sunglasses, scarf Haversack or Backpack (No sling bags) Please carry medicines if you need any Hand Sanitizer   read more read less