Goa – A
Herpetofauna Paradise
Dear All,
We at ‘Nisarg
Trust’ invite you to ‘Goa – A Herpetofauna paradise’, with an expert to guide
you from 2nd – 4th
August 2013 leaving 1st August night and returning 5th August
early morning.
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Goa is India’s smallest state by area. Located in West India in the
Konkan region, it is bounded by the state of Maharashtra to the North and by
Karnataka to the East and South, while the Arabian sea forms its west coast. The
historic city ‘Madgaon’ still exhibits the cultural influence of the Portuguese,
who first landed in the early 16th century as merchants and conquered it soon
thereafter. Goa is a former Portuguese province. The Portuguese overseas
territory of Portuguese India existed for about 450 years until it
was annexed by India in 1961. Though Goa is a famous tourist
destination for Indians as well as foreigners, known for its beaches, places of
worship, not many know that this place is extremely rich in Herpetofauna
(Amphibians, Reptiles), wildflowers and birds. Home to myriad species
of Amphibians, Goa - Castle rock is a must visit place in monsoon for all the
nature enthusiasts.
Join
us to explore these fantastic places in Goa – Tambdi Surla, Bhagwan Mahavir
Sanctury, Castle Rock. Amazing nature trails, beautiful scenery, loads of
Amphibians to look for, local Goan food, waterfalls, in all a perfect
destination for a short holiday.
Situated in the north of Western Ghats, Bhagwan Mahavir WLS is a 240
sq km of protected area situated along the eastern border of Goa and forms a
part of one of the largest contiguous patches of protected areas in the Central
Western Ghats. The annual rainfall exceeds 3,000 mm. While, Castle Rock is
located in the Western Ghats on Karnataka state's border with Goa at an
elevation of 2,040 ft. Located at height in a heavily forested area, Castle
Rock's vegetation is moist tropical deciduous and harbors a variety of
Biodiversity including some amazing orchids.
Home to innumerable species of animals, birds, reptiles, amphibians
and medicinal plants, this region has contributed generously to our country’s
bio-diversity. The valley, hemmed in at all sides, looks protected, sheltered,
unexplored, and holding in its secrets. Dense brown green foliage, roots above
and below, intertwined branches, creepers, and moss hanging like an afro-braid
from branch after branch. Layers of fog surround us, weaving a shroud of
mystery as to what lay ahead. At times the strong winds clear the path before
us, unfolding a panoramic view of the scenic forest. The walks to
Tambdi Surla Temple, Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary & Castle Rock offer
fantastic opportunities to explore these rich forests and also offer
spectacular views of the forests, waterfalls and the valleys in the Konkan
area.
Tambdi Surla temple situated at Tambdi village is historically
important as the same has been built by the Hemadri, the minister of Yadava
king Ramchandra during the 12th Century. It is the oldest temple in Goa,
located just 13 kms from Mollem. The Jain style construction has led
to debates about the origins of the temple, since the Kadamba dynasty ruled
Goa between the tenth and fourteenth centuries. The temple is built in
the Hemadpanthi style from basalt, carried across the mountains
from the Deccan plateau and carved craftsmen. It is considered to be
the only specimen of Kadamba-Yadava architecture in basalt stone preserved and
available in Goa. The surrounding forest is dense and harbors quite a variety
of western ghat bio-diversity. The Hump-nosed Pit Viper is
especially abundant here.
The "Leeches" too are in plenty, but with
leech guards and the enthusiastic spirit of the participants, coupled with
the great sightings, you would not be bothering much about them.
Itinerary:
1st August 2013 at 9:30 PM: Meeting point will
be decided later.
2nd August: Reach Madgaon by 9 am. Move to
"Nature's Nest campsite near Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary. Lunch, Mini nature
trail, Return to camp, Dinner, Night trail to the periphery of Bhagwan Mahavir
WLS.
3rd
August: After breakfast, another trail in Bhagwan Mahavir WLS, Lunch, Evening
trail to Castle Rock area, Dinner, Night trail near the campus.
4th
August: After breakfast, Tambdi Surla forest trail, Lunch, Proceed to Madgaon,
Reptiles watching along the way, Leave for Mumbai, Dinner on the way. Reach
Mumbai by 5th August early morning.
Please note that this is primarily a 'Herpetofauna Tour.' We do not have any provision for sightseeing in this itinerary. Also, this is tentative
itinerary. There might be some changes and decision will be made runtime.
Cost:
8500/-
Includes:
Mumbai to Mumbai transport charges.
Breakfast, lunch, Evening Refreshments,
Dinner for 3 days.
Entry Fees.
Expert’s charges.
Accommodation on twin/triple sharing
basis at Nature’s nest campsite.
Excludes:
Dinner on 1st August.
Mineral Water
Soft Drinks
Anything that is not mentioned under
‘Includes’.
Kindly go through the Rules and Regulations before
registration.
Registration
/ Queries:
Ruturaj: 9158266904
Anup: 7798050085
Register
yourself by paying 4000/- in advance (Non-refundable)
Mode of
Payment:
1.
Online transfer.
Axis Bank Account No: 911010053009069
Branch: Badlapur, Thane(MH)
Name: Ruturaj S Joshi
IFSC Code: UTIB0001342
After transaction please email us transaction id along with your name, participants details (Name, Email, Mobile number) at nisargtrust@gmail.com
Axis Bank Account No: 911010053009069
Branch: Badlapur, Thane(MH)
Name: Ruturaj S Joshi
IFSC Code: UTIB0001342
After transaction please email us transaction id along with your name, participants details (Name, Email, Mobile number) at nisargtrust@gmail.com
2. Cash
Payment: Pay 4000/- at the following address:
Nisarg Trust, Ground floor, Telavane Tower, Near Railway station,
Badlapur (East)
3. Courier a cheque of Rs. 4000/- to the following address:
Name: Nisarg Trust
Name: Nisarg Trust
Address:
Granthsakha, Opposite Telavane Tower, Near Railway station, Badlapur (East) -
421503
Things
to be carried:
Identity proof
Torch with extra batteries (MUST)
Clothing for all days
Raincheater (We expect heavy rains
throughout)
Camera, Binocular (Optional)
Good footwears
Personal Medicines
Other accessories.
Avoid wearing gold or other ornaments.
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