# Country Roads #

  MESMERIZING  CAFE COUNTRY ROADS - LAKESIDE FARMS  As the outskirts of Mumbai start getting cooler, adventure and nature enthusiasts think about camping near Mumbai to satiate the nomad in them. The camping culture has seen a surge in recent years but it’s yet to become popular amongst the masses.  However, it’s a great sign for those who seek solace in nature and these offbeat camping locations near Mumbai are offering them tranquillity and adventure in their quaint tents. Mumbai has been blessed with certain unbeatable and serene places that are every nature lovers delight. It has the famous Sahyadri ranges that have created numerous waterfalls and house dense forest and massive forts that attract trekkers, nature lovers and many of Mumbai’s residents looking for a break. Going camping to any one of these sights can provide a sense of calm and adventure at the same time. Camping with a view overlooking the lake can amplify the entire experience and can rejuvenate ...

  # RIVER CAMPING # @ Karjat # It doesn’t matter how you camp – in an RV, a tent or a vacation rental.  Those are just the places where you hang your hat and curl up for the night.  Camping is an opportunity for serious fun and activities. Moreover, it’s an experience that you can customize for your family’s interests based on the season and where you’re going. You don’t have to pack everything in the world to stay entertained. In fact, there are plenty of simple activities for your next family vacation. Karjat : Known to many but still unexplored or lots of new places to explore. Well after staying in a monotonous life of Lockdown precisely for 6 months , we decided to explore Nature . Thorough research and we went on exploring couple of new sites, mostly lake side and river side. Idea was to Enjoy quality time with nature and have a good Outing for Family . Travel Shows on Tv motivated us to hunt for best & unexplored Locations. So we begin with prepa...

My  First  MTB  BIKE  **************************************** Cycling , also called  bicycling  or  biking , is the use of  bicycles  for  transport ,  recreation ,  exercise  or  sport . People engaged in cycling are referred to as "cyclists", "bicyclists",or "bikers". Apart from two-wheeled bicycles, "cycling" also includes the riding of  unicycles ,  tricycles ,  quadracycles ,  recumbent  and similar  human-powered vehicles  (HPVs).... Well My Cycling Post is not about Definition and other related issues... But a Pure Joy of Buying a MTB    ( 21 Gears to be Specific , CRADIAC, XPLORER )   The Credit Goes to Col Vivek Chaddha Sir  ( Bike n Seek Fame )  A Professional n Avid Writer &  his various Inspirational Posts  on Cycling  In This Trying times of Lockdown , when maintaining Mental & Physical H...

Epic Road Trips : Mumbai : Gujrat : Rajasthan  ( Episode 1 : Thane To Gandhinagar : Day 1 ) AIM : To Enjoy Road Trips and Travel Holidays Leisure Way  Our Road Trip Highlights  Start Time : 0600 Hrs ( Thane ) Reaching Time : 1900 Hrs ( Gandhinagar ) Total Distance Covered : Approx 550 Kms  Total Breaks Taken Enroute : 02 Only   Own Vehicle  *************************************************** Highlights  1. Absolute Preparations in Advance ( Atleast 01 Month for Entire Road Trip ) 2. Vehicle Servicing and New Tyres Installed  3. Starting Bang On Time  4. Consistent Average Speed with Regular Breaks  5. Thumb Rule : No Driving After Last Light 6. Absolute Stunning Smooth Roads with Minimal Traffic  7. Hotels and Dhabas were absolutely Delightful and Food was Amazing ( Gujrathi Thali ) 8 . Enroute Snacks ( Local Bharda ) was so refreshing . 9.Weather was clear and Pleasant  10. Just Be Careful ( Ensure ) about Google Map...

Trekking   is a form of walking, undertaken with the specific purpose of exploring and enjoying the scenery.   It usually takes place on trails in areas of relatively unspoiled wilderness."  Trekking  is a form of walking, undertaken with the specific purpose of exploring and enjoying the scenery. Trekking In Maharashtra  Adventure-seekers living in Maharashtra have plenty of adventure sports options to choose from around the year.  The sprawling Sahyadris offer thick forests to explore, rivers and waterfalls to splash in, rock faces and boulders to clamber over, and ancient forts to trek to.  Trekking in Sahyadris takes you to peaks with spectacular views of the surrounding ranges and valleys. Here are some of the top treks in Maharashtra. Trekking , as the dictionary defines it, is to go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot. Sounds quite daunting but yet don't we quite love it! We  hike , tramp, march, slog, trudge or plain old walk...

Sondai Fort : Hidden Beauty Near Matheran  ( Karjat Region ) Sondai fort is a hidden beauty of Karjat. It is not a popular destination but it will blow your mind for sure! This Fort is a part of the Matheran range.  This is one of the best treks to visit during monsoons near Mumbai. From Sonewadi base village it takes 15-20 mins to reach the plateau. Sondai is not such a famous fort near Karjat Chowk Phata. Sondai Fort Trek is nine kilometers from  Karjat  railway station.  It offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Rajmachi, Songiri forts, Karnala Fort, and Matheran mountain range. Sondai Fort Karjat was used as a watchtower to protect the trade routes.  Sondewadi and Wavarle are the base villages of Sondai fort. Sondewadi village is situated at 1/4th height of this Fort. Between our phones, tablets, laptops, and televisions,  some form of screen time is happening almost 24/7.  That's why it's become more imperative than ever ...