Road Trip to Kaas (Valley of Flowers)

Kaas Plateau is a natural wonder which can only be experienced in its full blossom for a month or two. Located in the Satara district of Maharashtra, it is a UNSECO declared World Natural Heritage site owing to the biodiversity hotspot in the Western Ghats. 

 

Kaas Pathar, as referred locally, is extremely rich in flora and fauna. There’s a spiritual joy in experiencing the sight of carpets of beautiful flowers blooming! After the monsoons the plateau comes alive with hundreds of species of unique flowers in vibrant colours of pink, velvet and magenta, the jaw dropping spectacle steals the heart of the visitors. 

 

Intrigued enough? Well lucky for you, September will see our Carvan moving towards the direction of Satara, to witness the much-awaited bloom festival of Maharashtra at the Kaas Valley of flowers. Hop on in our van and settle yourselves to enjoy an enriching day at the valley coupled with a visit to the magnificent Kaas Lake.

 

Hope to see you there!

 

Date: October 27th - 28th ,2018

Trip Charges: INR 2,625

 

Charges Includes:

5% GST

Transport: Pickup and drop (to and fro) Non-AC transport from Andheri to Andheri

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Simple local Maharashtrian style)

Other: Entry& Guide charges for Kaas plateau

Organizing and Expertise charges: Dedicated Trip leader from Carvan Trips

 

Charges Excludes:

Dinner, Camera charges and anything not mentioned above

 

Detailed Itinerary: 

Day 1

11:30 PM : Meet at Andheri pick up point

 

Day 2

12:30 AM : Pick up at Vashi pickup point

06:00 AM : Reach Satara and have breakfast.

07:00 AM : Start journey towards Kaas

07:45 AM : Reach Kaas Explore the plateau

10:30 AM : Move towards Kaas lake and explore

12:30 PM : Start journey towards Satara

01:30 PM : Break for Lunch

03:00 PM : Start return journey towards Mumbai 

09:00 PM : Reach Andheri (tentatively)

 

Meeting point & Pickup point 1 (Time 11:30 PM, Saturday Night, 27thOctober 2018)

Andheri –Outside Talwalkar Gym, outside Chakala Metro Station (J.B Nagar) Andheri East. 

GPS - https://goo.gl/maps/fgZ1nnPb3aq   

 

Pickup point 2 (Time 12:30 AM, Sunday, 28th October,2018)

Vashi - Y.B. Chavan Marg Junction sector 17, Vashi, Navi Mumbai 

GPS- https://goo.gl/maps/GHeXeDqAy1m

 

Things to wear:

• Full/ Half sleeve T-shirt with stretchable Gym Pants/ Yoga/ Track pants/ Shorts.Please DO NOT WEAR Denims or formals.

• Good Quality Trekking/ Hiking shoes Compulsory (Floaters and Sandals are not allowed) or a comfortable pair of sport shoes with a good grip. Please don’t wear formal/ casual/ leather shoes & please ensure the shoes are of good quality & not old as to avoid wear & tear especially of the shoe sole.

 

Things to be carried by you:

• Water (2 Litres) Compulsory
• Windcheater/ Water-proof jacket
• Food (Dry Snacks, Biscuits, Theplas, Parathas, Plum cakes etc)
• Personal First Aid Kit
• Cap, goggles, sunscreen etc.
• Electral powder / Glucon D / Tang
• A backpack to carry everything (No handbags or jholas)
• Personal Sanitary Kit
• Extra Pair of Clothes and socks
• A light pair of slippers in the bag (for travel journey

Terms and Conditions of Service (TACS)

•              You (“The user”) understands that there are inherent risks of the services which may or may not be directly provided by Carvan Trips (“Us”/ “The Company”/ “We”) in which the user may engage.

•              The user confirms that they are physically and mentally capable of availing the service.

•              The users’ participation is voluntary and the user shall under no circumstance hold Carvan Trips responsible for any injury, accidents, death, illness or damage to or loss of personal property as the result of any incident or accident that may occur during the period of service.

•              The conduct and behavior of the user should not cause distress or harm to anyone including other user members, Carvan Trips’ staff, service providers etc; in which case we/ service providers reserve the right to ask you to immediately leave, or in certain circumstances, hand you over to the appropriate authorities, in which case the financial liability would be of the user.

•              If for any reason the user wishes to abruptly end the trip before its scheduled completion, or is unable to participate due to being unfit, we will not be responsible to provide any return support or any refund, and the financial liability for making any alternate arrangements would be of the user.

•              The user is responsible to follow the instructions of the leader/ service provider and the user has to bear all the expenses which may arise in case for medical exigency or any emergency condition.

•              Cuts, bruises and minor injuries are normal for an adventure activity. First aid kit is available with the coordinator and the coordinators are trained to respond in such situations. Although Carvan trips takes all the reasonable steps to provide basic safety required for the particular activity, the ultimate responsibility of your life & safety is your own.

•              During the trip, the trip leader’s decision will be final decision, whatsoever.

•              Carvan trips hold the rights to change / modify the itinerary or even cancel the activity in case of any unexpected change in weather or other unpredicted situations occur that are beyond our control. In such a scenario, we will try our best and make alternate arrangements (subject to availability). However, Carvan trips will not be liable for any refunds or costs such as travel or accommodation incurred by the participant in such circumstances.

•              All activities are described as accurately as possible, however, the exact arrangements may differ slightly on any given day. Photographs are used for representation purpose and should be taken as a guide only.

•              The itinerary is indicative only. A circumstantial delay can be expected on the day. Please make post trip plans accordingly..

•              It is mandatory to disclose any personal medical conditions so that prior arrangements can be made. Carvan trips do not hold any responsibility for any medical emergency during the trip.

•              You understand that jumping into any unknown water body or going away from the group/campsite can be hazardous to life and we won’t take any responsibility for any such individual actions.

•              If participants are found violating the rules, Carvan trips reserve all the rights to remove the participant from the group. In such situation, no refund shall be provided.

•              Refund will only be provided in case the trip gets cancelled by Carvan Trips; Other than that under no circumstances refund would be provided. For a detailed cancellation policy, please visit our website -  http://carvantrips.com/page/cancellation-policy