ABOUT
Garbett Point is located near Matheran with a grand view of the plateau below. The huge plateau gives a view of various waterfalls on the neighboring mountains. This place is also one of the top places to visit in Matheran hill station and among the most scenic places to visit near Mumbai.
Garbett Point, situated about a 5 km walk from Matheran Railway Station, is a comparatively secluded and less visited vantage point. Flanked by a gorgeous valley on one side and the thick jungle on the other, Garbett Point is a place from where enthralling views of sunrise and sunset can be observed.
Endurance: Easy
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Height: 2625 ft
Activities: Trekking
DURATION
1 Day
BATCHES
Price
Bhivpuri To Bhivpuri : ₹1,399 ₹1,199/- per person
Block your seat at just Rs. 300/- and pay the rest 5 days before the event date.
Boarding Details
Board the 9:26 pm Karjat fast local from CSMT.
The timing of the train at-
- Dadar – 9:40 pm
- Kurla – 9:47 pm
- Ghatkopar – 9:51 pm
- Mulund- 10:03 pm
- Thane – 10:07 pm
- Dombivali – 10:22 pm
- Kalyan – 10:31 pm
- Bhivpuri Road- 11:12 pm
Note- Participants are expected to be on time. HikerWolf will not be responsible if they miss the train by being late or by chance.
ITINERARY
After reaching Bhivpuri Road station we start our walk towards the base village. At the base, we will have some food, an Introduction, and instructions, to start our trek toward the Garbett Plateau! Enjoy the night view of the beautiful plateau, click lots of photos, have snacks, and slowly and gradually reach the top. After some rest, we start moving towards Matheran to reach Dasturi Naka.
It takes roughly 4-5 hours to finish the trek depending upon the speed of the group and in between the trek we will enjoy the sunrise view from the top of the plateau and then start walking towards Matheran. After about 2 hours of walk we will reach the roadway to Matheran, from there we will take a taxi to reach Neral at around 10 am (depending upon the sunrise) and board the CSTM train accordingly and reach home with an amazing experience and lifetime memories with Hikerwolf.
Note –
1. The above Schedule is flexible and produced to give an idea about the Event.
2. Above Trek is not a leisure trip, all the facilities will be arranged by the organizers to the extent possible.
IMAGE GALLERY
INCLUSIONS
- Light food at night
- Breakfast
- Snacks
- Traveling from Matheran to Neral station
- First Aid
EXCLUSIONs
- Mineral water
- Insurance
- Train Tickets
- 5% GST
- Anything not mentioned in the above inclusions list
Trek Video
THINGS TO CARRY
- Trekking Shoes / Sports Shoes
- Water Bottle (Minimum 2-3 liters)
- Warm clothes
- Blankets
- Carry all your luggage in a shoulder bag/ rucksack
- Personal Medications, if any.
- Identity Proof
- Torch
Note: Do not carry any valuables. Please take care of it in case you are carrying the same. We will not be responsible if you lose them by any chance.
FAQ’s
1. Can I join solo?
Of course, you can, we always have people joining solo and they go back home making many new friends.
2. How and when will your team coordinate with me?
We make a WhatsApp group of all the participants, one day before the event and share all the necessary details in it.
3. How do I join if I am from Pune?
If you’re from Pune, kindly meet us at Kalyan station.
4. Is this event kids friendly?
Yes, it is allowed for Kids above 7 years, but you need to take responsibility for your kids.
5. How much do I pay for my kid?
From 7 years to 12 years- 70% of the ticket value
Above 12 years- full payment
6. How do I pay for my Kid?
You can Google Pay or Paytm us on 9699514240
7. Are drinks allowed?
Drinks and smoking are strictly prohibited on this trek.
8. Will I get Jain food?
Yes