Gowtham Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 India is blessed to have the best of landscapes offering enthralling views & jaw dropping backdrops and monsoon helps in bringing out the real colours of every corner in the country. Let's throttle down to explore our piece of paradise as we always do it. When: August 24th to August 27th 2017 Where: Western Ghats, Pune. Start point - Gachibowli (ORR) End point - Pune (Western ghats) Start time - 4:00 a.m. Total Distance - ~580 kms (one way) Objective - A long drive to explore the uncharted territories of the western ghats and thank the monsoon showers. Places to be covered: We will update this space shortly. (or should we keep it a surprise?) Route: Hyderabad (Gachibowli) ---Kalaburgai (Gulbarga) --- Solapur --- Pune Meet-up point : Gachibowli ORR entrance Map location : https://goo.gl/maps/X5onups3Dxj POC : 9849021091 / 9989745688 Plan: Day 1 (August 24th - 2017): 4:00 AM - We start from off from the meet-up point towards Pune. 8:00 AM - Stop by for breakfast at Kalaburgai. 1:00 PM - We stop by for lunch after crossing Solapur. 7:00 PM - We reach Pune to break down for the day. Day 2 (August 25th - 2017): Kundalika White water rafting, followed by Western Ghats exploration drive 5:30 AM - We start from off from the Pune accommodation towards Kundalika water rafting. 8:30 AM - Have breakfast en-route and reach water rafting point. 12:00 PM - We will complete the rafting, start exploring the Western Ghats till evening. 7:00 PM - We reach Pune to break down for the day. Day 3 (August 26th - 2017): Western Ghats exploration drive Day 4 (August 27th - 2017): 4:00 AM: We start early to escape the Pune city traffic and proceed towards Hyderabad. More details of Day 2 and Day 3 will be shared as we get closer to the travel date. Things to carry: Please do carry your own water bottles and snacks which could be sufficient for 3 days and 4 nights. Trekking shoes, track pants, T-shirts, winter wear and a rain coat. Toiletries, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Mosquito repellent cream and Glucose / Electrol (personal medical kit) Camera kits and Telescopes if any star gazing enthusiasts or night photography enthusiasts. Most importantly loads of energy and positive attitude. Cost per head: 3,200 INR per head, 4 days and 3 nights (Accommodation for three nights in Pune on sharing basis) We go dutch on the expenses at Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and misc. We will message you the payment details, once you update your name in the list. ***Note: Number of slots available are 30 Disclaimer: Accepting to participate in this Drive, is an agreement that you have joined us voluntarily and you accept that organisers do not hold any responsibility for loss or damage of property (vehicle etc.). Also, you are responsible for your own safety and any act of negligence that endangers the safety of fellow passengers, guests or others. Terms and Conditions: 1) Only cars are allowed. 2) No age/sex restrictions on joining the drive until the driver is licensed. 3) Your car must have all the necessary gear. (Spare tyre etc.). 4) You need to follow the designated convoy position and keep safe distance from the adjacent cars. 5) No compromise on safety at any time seat belts are a must!, always use indicators for lane change. 6) Kindly avoid 'free-play' and 'show-off' during the trip - follow the Marshal's instructions at all times. 7) Carry enough water / refreshments / drinks for self and passengers. 8) Driving members can bring up to 3 guests. We encourage families. 9) You are required to confirm compliance to the conditions for this trip before we can register your RSVP. 10) Acceptance of your RSVP is only notional, and the organizers reserve the right to select the final list of attendees. 11) The organizers do not hold any responsibility for loss or damage of property (vehicle, gear etc.). If you are a long-drive enthusiast and visiting new places give you a high, YES, this group is just the one for you! Come join us and share your experience. Let's Dream.. Drive.. Discover! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted July 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 Confirmed list:1. Ranger +1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted July 26, 2017 Report Share Posted July 26, 2017 Confirmed list:1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prabhum Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list:1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3.Prabhu+3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varunc Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list:1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omik Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asher Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saran Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Sridhar Tandra + 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saran Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinith Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhargav Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1(tentative) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted July 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 10 more slots to go! Looks like slots will be full in a day or two. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karthik Pavan G Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1(tentative) 11. Karthik Pavan+3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted July 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 10 minutes ago, Karthik Pavan G said: 11. Karthik Pavan+3 Hello Karthik Pavan, Welcome to India-Drive. I think this is your first drive with us, If you any queries regarding the drive, You can post them on this link. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karthik Pavan G Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Hello Ranger, Thanks for your reply. Sure..Waiting for the drive. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krishr Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sruthi Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sug Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omik Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 Updated on the behalf of Danda Ravi teja 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suhas Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syed Jawwad Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 14.Syed Jawwad +2 Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted July 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 14.Syed Jawwad +2 Slots are closed. Please add your name to the waiting list.If anyone drops out, we will promote you to the confirm list. Waiting list: 1. 2. Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sud Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 14.Syed Jawwad +2 Slots are closed. Please add your name to the waiting list.If anyone drops out, we will promote you to the confirm list. Waiting list: 1. Sudhir + 1 2. Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiva Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Looks like I'm late to the party. Anyways I will stay in the Tentative list. Enjoy the drive have lots of fun. August is the prime time for a drive through Wester ghats. I used to work in Pune, Have done this route many times, It is great place. I'm missing this place after shifting to Hyderabad. Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 14.Syed Jawwad +2 Slots are closed. Please add your name to the waiting list.If anyone drops out, we will promote you to the confirm list. Waiting list: 1. Sudhir + 1 2. Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 4. Shiva 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 Hoping to get through the confirmed list ??Harshita+1 Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 14.Syed Jawwad +2 Slots are closed. Please add your name to the waiting list.If anyone drops out, we will promote you to the confirm list. Waiting list: 1. Sudhir + 1 2. HARSHITA+1 Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 4. Shiva 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted July 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 7 hours ago, HarshitaH said: Hoping to get through the confirmed list ??Harshita+1 We will try to confirm the slot as early as possible. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aasresh Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 Hey! Any one. Willing to tke me in their car for the trip. I am interested to go on a trip with you guys but lack of my own car, made me miss many trips. If anyone is okay with me joining them in their journey, please let me know. Thank you 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinith Posted August 1, 2017 Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 Slots are full brother, if not i dint have any problem. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2017 On 7/26/2017 at 3:45 PM, Ranger said: **Note: Number of slots available are 30 13 hours ago, Aasresh said: If anyone is okay with me joining them in their journey, please let me know. Hi Aasresh,Currently slots are full. If there are any drop outs(low chances), we will let you know. We are adding you to the waiting list. We will confirm the slot availability by next weekend. Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Saran + 1 8. Sridhar Tandra + 1 9.Vinith +1 10. Bhargav + 1 11. Karthik Pavan+3 12. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 13. Ravi Teja +2 14.Syed Jawwad +2 Slots are closed. Please add your name to the waiting list.If there are anyone drops out, we will promote you to the confirm list. Waiting list: 1. Sudhir + 1 2. HARSHITA+1 3. Aasresh Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 4. Shiva Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saran Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Removing myself as due to some unfortunate reason, I won't be able to join this trip! gonna miss it Updated list: Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Sridhar Tandra + 1 8.Vinith +1 9. Bhargav + 1 10. Karthik Pavan+3 11. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 12. Ravi Teja +2 13.Syed Jawwad +2 Waiting list: 1. Sudhir + 1 2. HARSHITA+1 3. Aasresh Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 4. Shiva 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 15 hours ago, Saran said: Removing myself as due to some unfortunate reason, I won't be able to join this trip! gonna miss it Bad luck, Office leaves are always critical. Hope to see you on the upcoming drive. Moving Sudhir and Harshita to confirmed list. Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Sridhar Tandra + 1 8.Vinith +1 9. Bhargav + 1 10. Karthik Pavan+3 11. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 12. Ravi Teja +2 13. Syed Jawwad +2 14. Sudhir +(1 tentative) 15. Harishita +1 Waiting list: 1. Aasresh Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Suhas+1 4. Shiva 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 Just a suggestion, if everyone is ok we can trek to Harishchandragad fort during our stay in Pune. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 15 minutes ago, HarshitaH said: Just a suggestion, if everyone is ok we can trek to Harishchandragad fort during our stay in Pune. If we have time, we will definitely explore this place.Once we freeze the head count, we will discuss more about places to explore. Mean while If you have another suggestion apart from Harishchandragad, Please let us know. We will add those places to a list and we will finalize on the plan. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 18 minutes ago, Ranger said: If we have time, we will definitely explore this place. Once we freeze the head count, we will discuss more about places to explore. Mean while If you have another suggestion apart from Harishchandragad, Please let us know. We will add those places to a list and we will finalize on the plan. Ok I'll do that 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 On 8/3/2017 at 6:13 PM, Saran said: Removing myself as due to some unfortunate reason, I won't be able to join this trip! gonna miss it [emoji20] Will miss you bro, not sure if this reason but take care Sridhar Tandra (ST) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suhas Posted August 8, 2017 Report Share Posted August 8, 2017 On 8/4/2017 at 9:56 AM, Ranger said: Bad luck, Office leaves are always critical. Admin, please move me to the waitlist with Suhas+2, I got my leave approved 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 8, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2017 24 minutes ago, suhas said: Admin, please move me to the waitlist with Suhas+2, I got my leave approved Thank you for the update Suhas. We will freeze the list by this weekend, We will update your status. If you have any queries, Please let me know.Confirmed list: 1. Ranger +1 2. Sagar +1 3. Prabhu + 3 4. Varun + 1 5. Omkar + 1 6. Ashwin+1 7. Sridhar Tandra + 1 8.Vinith +1 9. Bhargav + 1 10. Karthik Pavan+3 11. Sruthi Sagiraju + 2 +1(tentative) 12. Ravi Teja +2 13. Syed Jawwad +2 14. Sudhir +(1 tentative) 15. Harishita +1 Waiting list: 1. Aasresh 2. Suhas+2 Tentative 1. Krishna+1(Tentative) 2. Sugandhar+1 3. Shiva 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 16, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2017 Nine more days to go. Weather prediction looks promising Please be prepare to carry Raincoats and Umbrellas. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted August 16, 2017 Report Share Posted August 16, 2017 22 hours ago, Ranger said: Nine more days to go. Weather prediction looks promising Please be prepare to carry Raincoats and Umbrellas. Countdown begins [emoji594][emoji592][emoji594][emoji592][emoji594][emoji592] 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 7 more days to go! Latest weather update. Our target is to explore Tamhini and Mulshi Ghat sections during Monsoon. If you guys come across any interesting place on this section, do let us know. We will include them in our list (depending of the feasibility). Route that we are planning to take: Pune --> Mulshi --> Tamhini --> Kundalika We will update more details soon. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 6 minutes ago, Sridhar Tandra said: I am going to get extra pair of clothes, I am going to drench..!! Haha Don't forget umbrellas, Rain coats and Slippers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinith Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 19 minutes ago, Ranger said: Haha Don't forget umbrellas, Rain coats and Slippers. They is always an umbrella present in my car. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 Tamhini and Mulshi look the best during monsoon and especially when it rains. And when you get drenched in rain during a trek around this place, Nothing like it. I've been here before and with a new crew altogether this time is what excites me even more. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 4 hours ago, sagar said: Tamhini and Mulshi look the best during monsoon and especially when it rains. And when you get drenched in rain during a trek around this place, Nothing like it. I've been here before and with a new crew altogether this time is what excites me even more. Absolutely, no umbrellas / rain coats anything..!! everything remains in my car except me.. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 30 minutes ago, Sridhar Tandra said: Absolutely, no umbrellas / rain coats anything..!! Hope you have leather seats 4 hours ago, Vinith said: They is always an umbrella present in my car. Great 4 hours ago, sagar said: Tamhini and Mulshi look the best during monsoon and especially when it rains. And when you get drenched in rain during a trek around this place, Nothing like it. I've been here before and with a new crew altogether this time is what excites me even more. Agree on it, Drive through the western ghats in rain is going to be fun. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 17 hours ago, Ranger said: Hope you have leather seats Buhahaha.. I said extra pair(s) of clothe(s) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rakeshgongalla Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 Hi everybody Been trying to talk my friend into this drive and confirm however he is unable to make it as we just did Bangalore coorg mangalore gokarna n got back 3 days ago Just saw the wait list as well I am by myself now would love to hitch hike (would love share fuel expenses etc) Thank you 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 8 hours ago, rakeshgongalla said: Just saw the wait list as well I am by myself now would love to hitch hike (would love share fuel expenses etc) Hi Rakesh, Please do drop in your number in my message box. As the slots are full at the moment, we wont we able to accommodate you. But, will surely get in touch with you if we have any drop out in the last minute. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 8 hours ago, rakeshgongalla said: Hi everybody Hello Rakesh, Welcome to the club. 8 hours ago, rakeshgongalla said: we just did Bangalore coorg mangalore gokarna n got back 3 days ago Awesome stretch to explore, would love to see some pictures of your drive. You can post them in Hyderabad section. 8 hours ago, rakeshgongalla said: Just saw the wait list as well I am by myself now would love to hitch hike (would love share fuel expenses etc) Currently slots are full, If there are any dropouts we will pass you the information. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rakeshgongalla Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 Been the member of the group for almost 2 years (rocky in what's app) been busy traveling n lazy I just downloaded the app. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 Admins any plans of adding Harishchandragadh to the list. There's another option called Andharban Jungle trek, which is on the way to Kundalika waterfalls. Please include at least one of these. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 15 minutes ago, HarshitaH said: Harishchandragadh Is too far away from our plan, We cannot cover it in 4-days. 19 minutes ago, HarshitaH said: Andharban Jungle trek We planned a stopover at Pimpri dam. (Andharban trek starts from Pimpri, Correct me If I am wrong ) We are yet to decide whether it is on Day 2 or Day 3 Andharban is feasible, We may not have time go deep into the forest. We can explore the surroundings up to 1 kilometer. We will discuss and update you. Thank you for the input 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 Two more days to go. Rafting information Who can go? Everybody of 14 yrs and above other than pregnant ladies, heart patients and people with severe Asthma. I do not know swimming, can I raft? Yes. Non-swimmers are most welcome. Good quality life jackets are provided which keep you floating and safe. What to bring? Apart from enthusiasm & thrilling mood following is required: T-Shirts and Shorts for rafting are most recommended. Track pants should also be fine. Sunscreen lotion/Sun block. Salwarkameez, sarees are a strict no. Sport shoes or floaters as footwear are recommended. Change of dry clothes and a towel. Spectacles are best avoided. If unavoidable, should be supported by a strap. What not to bring? Jewellery, cash, wristwatch, camera & Cell phones while rafting. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 Any last minute info?? Requirement or something?? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 15 hours ago, HarshitaH said: Any last minute info?? Requirement or something?? Day-1 Plan : 1. Meetup at Gachibowli entrance. Time : 0400 https://goo.gl/maps/X5onups3Dxj 2. Quick break, regroup pointhttps://goo.gl/maps/QP9PjYn9Tx32 3. Breakfast hotel Lumbinis grand https://goo.gl/maps/stUnqFdsYRE2 4. Fuel stop after crossing solapur and tea at hotel Sunil (both are located side by side) https://goo.gl/maps/QvQ3HXyHnDv 5. Lunch at ROKADE FoodHub & Hospitality https://goo.gl/maps/WWxj2yZwQEq 6. Regroup at the last toll before entering Pune. https://goo.gl/maps/Zyu8zodKJyv 7. Pune (hinjawadi) https://goo.gl/maps/6hefNGdXsUz CONVOY POSITIONS: Group - 1 1. Ecosport (Varun +1, Omkar) 2. Creta (Praveen +2) 3. Polo (Suhas, Rakesh, Vinay) 4. Polo (Ashwin + Nidhi) 5. Duster (Vinit +1, Sudhir, Sridhar) Group - 2 1. Creta (Sagar, Gowtham +1, Bhargav) 2. Alto (Karthik +1) 3. Figo Aspire (Ankit + Harshita) 4. Baleno ( Prabhu +3) Note: All the list above is as per your convoy positions while we travel between Hyderabad - Pune TIPS 1. Make sure the car traveling ahead keeps a track of the one following him. 2. If anyone falls short of sight to spot the car following him, Please do slow down. 3. Please make sure you fuel up before the drive begins and don't forget to check the tire pressure. 4. Let us stick to the convoy positions and maintain the speed limit for a safer drive throughout. We will have multiple stops to tank up and stretch ourselves between regular intervals. 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarshitaH Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Joining India Drive was the best thing I did in August 2016. One year, 6 drives and meeting so many wonderful people has been truly amazing. Zing zing [emoji39]Sagar, Shammy and Gowtham are THE REAL MVPs.And the USP of India Drive is that we explore lesser explored places which is why I try my best to never miss a drive. Pune trip was actually full of surprises (like it was mentioned in the first post) and we loved every bit of it.Thank you Admins [emoji593][emoji1360]Sent from my iPhone using India-Drive 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Thanks a lot everyone for making this drive an eventful one. It has been an active and fun session throughout, right from the first day until the last moment at 'Chai Chaska'. Every bit of this meet up was worth cherishing. A loud shout to the whole group who have been a part of this drive and a special mention to @Vinithreddy @Sruthi @varunc @Omik @Sridhar Tandra @Sudhir for keeping the whole group lively. Here are a few pictures clicked during the meet. Monsoon madness! 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gowtham Posted August 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 It was a wonderful meet. Drive through the Western ghats was fantastic. Greenery, rains, waterfalls, hills and road trip enthusiasts. Thanks to each and every member for making this trip memorable As always waiting to see you guys again in the next trip. Can anyone count the number of waterfalls in the picture below? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Thanks to you too @sagar @Ranger @shammy @varunc.. It was one hell of a drive and I am glad that I met so many wonderful people and made so many new friends..!! I was waiving Good Bye to everyone again and again as I could not take it to my brain that it is all over..!! Waiting for the next BIG drive now and heart fully want everyone who were part of this drive + many more to join us!!! Will share pictures from my OP5 soon as I am going through the "After Break Madness" in office... 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karthik Pavan G Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Hello all, It was great experience travelling with you guys. Made new friends,shared experiences, lots of memories, laughter. I truely cherished Every moment of the trip. Ferformances the last before night were truly amazing zing zing Thanks admins . Thanks all. Karthik 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Beautiful pictures Karthik, it was wonderful meeting you. Will meet again very soon in our weekend drives..!! Lots of love to Tanvi baby until then <3 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 hours ago, sagar said: Here are a few pictures clicked during the meet. Fantastic pictures! 18 hours ago, HarshitaH said: USP of India Drive is that we explore lesser explored places which is why I try my best to never miss a drive. Great to hear from you. 2 hours ago, Sridhar Tandra said: It was one hell of a drive Yeah, the drive is fantastic. 2 hours ago, Sridhar Tandra said: Will share pictures from my OP5 Waiting for them, share your top 10 pictures. You can share more pictures on the report topic, once it is live. If you have any rafting pictures please do share them. 53 minutes ago, Karthik Pavan G said: It was great experience travelling with you guys Same with you Karthik. Great captures. So far Tanvi is youngest in the group. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 3 minutes ago, Ranger said: So far Tanvi is youngest in the group. I will get my daughter to our next drive and she will be the youngest..!! Quote Waiting for them, share your top 10 pictures. You can share more pictures on the report topic, once it is live.If you have any rafting pictures please do share them. Sure, will do in next half an hour. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karthik Pavan G Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 33 minutes ago, Sridhar Tandra said: Beautiful pictures Karthik, it was wonderful meeting you. Will meet again very soon in our weekend drives..!! [emoji4] Lots of love to Tanvi baby until then Thank you so much bro.. sure!!! 23 minutes ago, Ranger said: Same with you Karthik. Great captures. So far Tanvi is youngest in the group.[emoji4] She is more interested to travel than me.. [emoji1] 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prabhum Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 SOME moments you experience while travelling end up completely blowing you away, in ways you'd never have expected. They stay with you forever, and years later you still smile at the fond memories.The urge to stand at the edge and push yourself to try something that makes you conscious of being in that situation is what Adventure is.... The journey is never about the destination, it’s about the fun!I acknowledge each and every one who was part of the Drive, we added another memory for life....India Drive is all about experiencing Life and Celebrating Life.... [emoji120] [emoji120] 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 hours ago, Karthik Pavan G said: Hello all, It was great experience travelling with you guys. Made new friends,shared experiences, lots of memories, laughter. I truely cherished Every moment of the trip. Superb pictures . All of us have had a wonderful time interacting with you and your family too karthik. You have carried some great spirit during the drive in spite of being stressed out as you were driving it solo throughout. Kudos to all the patience and efforts. Hope it had paid off well and has made your drive more than worthy. Looking forward to meet you for the next drive 20 hours ago, HarshitaH said: Joining India Drive was the best thing I did in August 2016. @HarshitaH It feels so glad to hear it from you that you have had an amazing time throughout the drive. Looking forward to see some best of the pictures from your end. We will keep you informed about the upcoming drives. 3 hours ago, Sridhar Tandra said: Will share pictures from my OP5 soon as I am going through the "After Break Madness" in office... @Sridhar Tandra It always feels good to hear a positive note about the drive from travel enthusiasts like you. In no time, we shall organise a quick drive and catch up soon. Waiting to see some of the lovely captures from your end. Especially, the rafting pictures and the ones clicked at the top of the Tikona fort 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sridhar Tandra Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 All Hail OP5..!! Here are top pics from me Here are my top pictures..!! Tikona Captured.. Met Bruno up there..!! Will add few more pics from Rafting shortly..!! 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rakeshgongalla Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 I've been part of this group for almost two years however it was my first drive or wasn't it?? That's my feeling after my first drive with India Drive. Photos? Please check your cameras you have more photos of mine than yours [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] Thank you all for making this one of the most memorable trip! Frematho frawns!!! 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 1 hour ago, prabhum said: I acknowledge each and every one who was part of the Drive, we added another memory for life....India Drive is all about experiencing Life and Celebrating Life.... beautiful pictures @prabhum. We sure had a lovely time which is worthy enough to cherish it for a lifetime. The drive through the rains and the innumerous sightings of the waterfalls throughout alongside a wonderful crew made this event successful and thanks for being responsible for this :). To my surprise, I've finally seen harsha talk in this drive and the next one is not so far to take him to the next level 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sruthi Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 twins (red polos ) 2 siblings (white n red creta) two family members (Baleno n Alto) one silver lady (aspire) one big brother from a different mother (Duster to cretas ) one bad guy ( ecosport) awesomeness overloaded drive 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted August 29, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 19 hours ago, prabhum said: I acknowledge each and every one who was part of the Drive, we added another memory for life....India Drive is all about experiencing Life and Celebrating Life Nice to hear that from you. Had a great time listening to your life experiences at Tikona fort. 18 hours ago, Sridhar Tandra said: All Hail OP5..!! Here are top pics from me Fantastic pictures (as usual) 18 hours ago, rakeshgongalla said: Thank you all for making this one of the most memorable trip! It was great meeting you, you are most drenched member in the whole trip. 13 hours ago, Sruthi said: 2 twins (red polos ) 2 siblings (white n red creta) two family members (Baleno n Alto) one silver lady (aspire) one big brother from a different mother (Duster to cretas ) one bad guy ( ecosport) awesomeness overloaded drive Nice one, waiting for your pictures! Water crossing video #indiadrive #monsoon #roadtrip #meetup #mulshi #tamhinighat #westernghats #travel #traveling #TFLers #vacation #visiting #instatravel #instago #instagood #trip #holiday #photooftheday #fun #travelling #tourism #tourist #instapassport #instatraveling #mytravelgram #travelgram #travelingram #igtravel A post shared by India-Drive (@indiadrive) on Aug 28, 2017 at 3:43am PDT https://www.instagram.com/p/BYVaUY6n9QU/ 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagar Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 @Sridhar Tandra Lovely pictures bro. Waiting for more 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saran Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 Lovely pics guys. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinaygoudk Posted August 30, 2017 Report Share Posted August 30, 2017 Hi guys...as said by everyone it was awesome trip with an amazing FERFORMANCES in the climax. Looking forward for more trips. Superb pics guys!!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinith Posted August 31, 2017 Report Share Posted August 31, 2017 Few clicks from my side 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gowtham Posted September 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2017 Waiting for more pictures, I have seen so many members carrying DSLR. Specially Maroon Creta, Red Polo (Suhas/Vinay) and Doctor Also can someone share few rafting pictures? Our pictures are stuck with Ankit 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinaygoudk Posted September 1, 2017 Report Share Posted September 1, 2017 Hi guys, Few pictures from my side. More pics yet to come...!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prabhum Posted September 1, 2017 Report Share Posted September 1, 2017 1 hour ago, Ranger said: Waiting for more pictu
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