Goa Monsoon Trekking 2023

GOOGLE MAP LOCATION : https://goo.gl/maps/nSSrMPS5Cc42

NAME OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR : Rohidas Naik , Kiran Natekar

CONTACT NUMBER 09822125868 , 9822101087

EMAIL ADDRESS: goastateyhai@gmail.com

COMPLETE POSTAL ADDRESS for Correspondence only: Joshi Wines, Opp. Old Secretariat, Panaji, Goa.403001

ABOUT PROGRAM: All these waterfalls are inside the forested Mhadei wildlife sanctuary of Sattari in North Goa.  Goa‘s Western Ghats are the repository of the biological wealth. The rich biodiversity of the area provides exciting and enthralling experience to all the adventure and nature lovers. The Moshacho Ozar is in Hivre of Thane Dongurli village Panchayat. During monsoon, one can get panoramic view of the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary

The two waterfalls in Pali, provides breathtaking view of the lush green forest along with the gushing flow of the river. Shelop - Budruk is blessed by four waterfalls which exhibit the identity through their flow. However the last one offers marvelous sight of the waterfall.

Though waterfalls from Kumthal are small, they provide most soothing experience of the lush green facet of Goa.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Any member of the Association who is physically fit can join the programme. Medical Certificate is a must.

HOW TO REACH THE BASE CAMP: The base camp is located at THANE –DONGURLI PANCHAYAT BUILDING, SATERI WADA, DONGURLI, GOA 403505. The nearest railway stations are Thivim , Karmali and Margao.

State bus service is available. Direct bus service to Panaji is also available from Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore & Mangalore. Direct trains are available from Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and major cities of India. You can locate this place by typing Thane School ground, Dongurli, Goa in Google maps or click the following link https://goo.gl/maps/nSSrMPS5Cc42

Special Bus has been arranged to reach Base Camp from Panaji Transit camp situated at Youth Hostel, Miramar, Panaji, Goa at 15.00 hrs. Should you miss this bus , you can reach the base camp by taking bus to Valpoi from Panaji and then onwards to Thane Dongurli Stadium.

HOW TO JOIN: YHAI Members desirous of joining the programme may register online or apply on a prescribed Registration Form ( Download  ) to Goa State Branch Photocopies of the forms are acceptable. The minimum age for participation is 10. Form should be sent along with draft/ at par payable cheque in favour of YHAI-Goa State Branch at C/o Joshi Wines, Opp Old Secretariat, Panaji, Goa 403001.

ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES: accommodation at Panchayat Building Hall

FOOD & WATER SUPPLIES: Delicious Veg & NON- VEG Goan food.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING ALONG: T-shirts, Half pants, Bedsheet, Trekking shoes and Bathroom slippers, torch, water bottle, lunch box, soap, towel, medicines (which you normally use at home) Raincoat ( if one wishes to use it) and most IMPORTANTLY a small shoulder bag only for carrying lunch box and water bottle ( Participants will not carry anything other than lunch box and water bottle during treks). Plate, Coffee mug, spoon and bowl will be provided at camp.

SAFETY & SECURITY: Extensive and painstaking preparation has gone into the planning of trek routes for your safety. Our field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. The Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any accidents, illness and any such unforeseen eventualities. Deviation from the set route of the program is not permitted. If the participant desires to join any other activity, they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only after finishing the trek and checking out. YHAI group insurance cover is for accidental death or permanent disability only. You are advised to take insurance cover for your journey and other related matters.

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE AND ROUTE

DAY 1 Report at Transit Camp Youth Hostel, Miramar, Panaji, Goa – Before 14.00 hrs Transfer to Base Camp by Bus at 15 hours

DAY 2 Trek to Hivre khurd , Trek via Moshacho Varzar to Hivre Vazar (2 Waterfalls). (10 Kms), after lunch Trek to Base Camp, (3 kms)

DAY 3 Trek to Pali waterfall and after lunch proceed to Base Camp (10 Kms)

DAY 4 Trek to Shelop Budruk Village(8 Kms), Trek to Sulsulo, Shelpecho Vazar (4 Waterfalls) And back to Base Camp (8 Kms)

DAY 5 By bus to Savarde Village and trek to Kumthal (8 kms) And back to Base Camp Valedictory Function at Night

DAY 6 Check out after breakfast. Transfer to Panaji by bus at 9 AM.

* Organizers reserve the right to make any changes in the program without giving any notice.

Please book your seats at the earliest. The program will be booked strictly on first come first serve basis. For more details contact Mr. Manoj Joshi on 9822125868.