Sandhan Valley Trek & Camping
This season it’s time to embrace the old adventure, in a way you’ve probably never thought of. Trekking right down, down till the valley where dusk bestows you. It is indeed an experience no trekker would dare to ignore. The next adventurous trekking destination on our list is Sandhan Valley Trek, which is popularly known as the valley of shadows or valley of darkness. The legacy of both the names has come from the geographical structure and high rising horizons of this trek, which indeed confirm a whole lot of adventure that ends with a rejuvenating experience at the campsite. Thanks to the 200 ft depth and long way descend, which gives you the adrenaline rush and makes your descending experience a moment to cherish.
What’s even more thrilling about the sandhan valley trek? Well, when you’ve to reach mid-way and feel you’ve done enough. To your surprise, there’s an adventurous rappelling patch that you need to abseil (rappel) for reaching the base and moving further towards your campsite.
On reaching the Sandhan valley campsite after an adventurous descend, a bonfire and tasty local food wait to treat your taste buds. Camping besides the huge pond, playing fun games, star gazing, and lots more is bound to add blissful memories to your travel diaries.
Facilities Provided:
- Washroom/Changing rooms available at Base Village and Campsite.
- No Telephone Network during the trek
- No Washroom / Changing Facilities at the Valley End Point
Note: If you miss the train, you will miss the event.
Day 0
Catch 10.50 CST-Kasara Fast Local From your nearest Station
Time Table
CST Kasara Fast Local
- 10:50 pm: CST
- 10:57 pm: Byculla
- 11:05 pm: Dadar
- 11:13 pm: Kurla
- 11:18 pm: Ghatkopar
- 11:34 pm: Thane
- 11:57 pm: Dombivali
- 12:07 am: Kalyan
- 12:21 am: Titwala
- 12:41 am: Asangaon
- 01:18 am: Kasara
Day 1
01:30 am : Start journey from Kasara towards the base village Samrad
02:00 am : Break at Baba ka Dhaba
04:30 am : Reach jungle entry point (Gate Opens at 5 AM)
05:30 am : Reach base village and relax till morning
06:00 am : Get fresh and have breakfast
07:00 am : Start the trek
12:00 pm : Lunch (In the valley, mid-way)(Pack lunch)
02:00 pm : Reach Valley end point, relax for sometime
03:00 pm : Leave for Campsite
05:30 pm : Reach Campsite
06:30 pm : Rejuvenate and relax by having a fun time
08:00 pm : Dinner time
09:00 pm : Hit your sleeping bags and watch the shining stars
Day 2
06:00 am: Wake up, get fresh
06:30 am: Get ready to leave the campsite
08:00 am: Reach Asangaon station have breakfast
08:55 am: Target to board the train
11:00 am: Tentative time to reach Mumbai
Things to Carry
- ID Card
- 2 ltrs water
- Camera (Optional)
- Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder
- Snacks & Biscuits
- Extra Pair of Clothes
- Clean napkin or small towel
- Cap, sunglasses, scarf
- Torch with Extra Batteries
- Sleeping bag or bed sheet
- Haversack or Backpack (No sling bags)
- Please carry medicines if you need any
- Hand Sanitizer
Note: If you miss the train, you will miss the event
IMPORTANT:
- Avoid wearing precious Jewellery while trekking, as Trikon won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
- Please take ticket till Kasara.
- Board the second compartment from CST side.
- Missing the train means missing the trek, no refunds would be entertained by Trikon.
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.
Fitness & Health – Though trekking is a fun-filled activity, it demands good amount of physical fitness. If you are under medication, please carry your medicines. During the trek, leaders will have over the counter medication for temporary treatment, so do give a heads up to them if you need any medical assistance.
What is included in the tour
- Transport from Kasara to Base and Dehne to Asangaon by Local Transport
- Food: Day 1 – Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
- Day 2 - Breakfast
- Trikon Trekking Expertise Charges
- Triple / Quadruple Sharing Tented Accommodation
- 5 % GST
What is NOT included in the tour
- Train Travel
- Any personal expenses such as soft drinks etc.
- Anything other than above mentioned inclusions
- Magnificent view of the Huge Valley
- Fully shadowed trek! Say bye to sun rays!
- Full descend, keep climbing down
- Rappelling thrill
- Chimney crossing
- Natural pond to chill besides
- Explore Dehne village