It is believed that Parvathamalai is formed when a piece of rock fell from Sanjeevi hill when Lord Anjaneya was carrying it and this has seven folds. So it’s also called as Sanjeeva Parvathamalai. There is a 2000 year old Shiva temple on top of the hill. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Mallikarjunaswamy. An Ashram (Mounaguruswamy Ashram) is under construction next to the temple on the top and free food (Annadhanam) is provided to the visitors.
Parvathamalai is a hill standing tall at approximately 4560 ft above sea level. The hill is located south-west to Chennai close to Thenmathimangalam village in Thiruvannamalai District, Tamil Nadu about 20 Km from Polur which in turn is 35 Km from Thiruvannamalai. Kadaladi which is about 25 Km north of Thiruvannamalai, is another route to reach the base of the hill.
The "Kadapaarai padhai" is considered to be the toughest part of the trek, the climb was very steep on the barren rocks and this stretch is bit difficult. It is punctuated by iron rods drilled into the rocks and chains to assist for a sharp ascent.
This hill is an ideal place for birding and is also popular for its medicinal plants.
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Chennai to Chennai – Day trip |
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Day Trip: |
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- Early Morning – Departure to Parvathamalai (185 Km - Departure should not be later than 0600 hrs)
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- Arrival at the base of Parvathamalai hill
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- After freshen up / relaxation for few minutes, start the uphill trek (4 to 5 hrs steep climb)
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- On arrival at the top of the hill, visit the 2000 year old Shiva temple (Lord Mallikarjunaswamy)
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- Lunch on top of the hill (Packed lunch)
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- Relaxation on the hill top for an hour (One gets an excellent view of the surrounding beauty that includes the Javadhi hill ranges, a dam, the holy Thiruvannamalai hill, etc. along with nice breeze)
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- Start the descending trail (3 to 4 hrs)
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- Arrival at the base of the hill
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- After freshen up / relaxation for few minutes, departure from Parvathamalai
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- Late Evening – Arrival at Chennai. Trip ends.
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Note: |
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- Trek category – Hard to very hard trek (Recommended only to passionate trekkers)
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- Wearing footwear is generally restricted on the last stretch of the climb on the rock (around 700 feet). It is also safe to remove the footwear and climb bare foot on this stretch.
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- Overnight stay on top of the hill can also be organized on request (subject to feasibility).
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The Package Cost |
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(The Package cost depends on the Group Size / Mode of Transport / Food Preference / Other Connected Services) |
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Food |
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- Simple vegetarian food will be served during the complete trip
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(Non-Veg menu can be organized at additional cost on prior information & subject to feasibility) |
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Package cost includes: |
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- Overnight stay accommodation at the Forest Guest House / Resort / Hotel / In open (subject to the location of the visit)
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- Food as mentioned in the itinerary
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- Basic Survival Ration, in case if trekking is involved
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- Entry fee into the Reserve Forest
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- Bonfire (Subject to feasibility & permission from concerned authorities)
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Package cost does not include: |
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- Transportation from own location to destination and back (can be organized at additional cost)
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- Food other than mentioned in the itinerary
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- Entry fee into any other places of visit
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- Camera charges / Safari charges / Dharshan charges, etc
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- Snacks during bonfire (can be organized at additional cost on prior information & subject to feasibility)
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- Personal expenses, if any
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Note: |
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- The trip can be customized as per the group’s exact interest.
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- No guarantee will be given on sighting any wildlife / Birds / Plants, etc during the trek.
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- Since the area of visit may have only the basic amenities for stay, it’s advisable to carry own bed sheet / blanket along with personal toiletries for overnight stay.
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- All participants are requested to carry their personal medicines, if any.
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- All participants are requested to carry a bed sheet (this can be a standby in case of any shortage of the same in the Forest Guest House).
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- It’s the responsibility of the coordinating person / team leader of the participating group to collect and maintain the emergency contact details of each participant.
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- Outdoor activities are not mandatory and will be subject to weather as well as feasibility conditions.
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- All participants are requested to follow the law of nature to ensure that the ecology of the mother earth is preserved at its best.
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- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the forest area.
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- Basic Survival Ration will be provided by the organizer, subject to the exact need / feasibility.
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- The area of visit is under the control of Forest Department and there may be any last minute restriction to enter into the assigned area without prior notice
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- The organizer is not responsible for any untoward incident if happens during the course of the trip. However, basic precautions will be taken by the organizer to ensure that the trip ends in a good note.
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Mongoose Nature Trails Activities |
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(Subject to feasibility / time availability / permission from concerned authorities) |
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Nature Activities: |
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- Trekking (Mild / Medium / Hard Treks)
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Wild Crafts: |
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- Fun & Learn with Rope Knots
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- Improvised Chopsticks, etc.
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Hobbies: |
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- Solving the Rubik’s Cube (Basic), etc.
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General: |
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- Self Defence Basics (Body Techniques / Nunchaku / Silambam)
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- Life Saving / First Aid (Basics), etc.
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| "Knowing is not doing; Doing is doing" |
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I hear, I forget! I see, I remember!! I do, I understand!!! |
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Explore a Memorable Experience!!! |
