Bangalore Jeepers Trip to Kolar Gold Fields – July 28th, 2018

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Bangalore Jeep Club

BJC Jeepers notorious for their punctuality, arrived at the start point minutes before the scheduled time including the Big Daddy Willys.  The Big Daddy Willys lead the way for all other Jeepers and for the first time ever the JCs were lined up according to their colours, with blue at the front as it is the colour that shows creativity and intelligence followed by contrasting colours to end with Red at tail depicting our passion & love for Jeep.

It was a spectacular view in the form of a snake crawling at a good speed, as the roads were curvy for the entire stretch. The Cobra with army green Willys head and colourful from head to tail – blue, black, white, silver and red had a stunning representation of the reptile on the road.

This was a great feast for eyes to the public en route and the coloured line up of convoy added more flavours. BJC Jeepers also well-known for admiringly over-speeding during every drive, were crawling in this drive with full respect to the Big Daddy leading the way.

After the delayed breakfast of Bangalore’s famous savory joint, the convoy continued the journey to Kurudmale Ganesha Temple to seek the blessings of supreme. Jeepers followed the convoy leading to off-roading activities with a short delay due to break in convoy while crossing multiple highways. The organisers helped to bring the lost Jeepers back to convoy and arriving at BEML Land for basic off-roading experience and to form the Legendary Jeep using the JCs.

It was a tremendous effort by Jeepers and their family to plan and align the JCs in forming the JEEP image. The entire BJC and later the Jeep community across India were astonished by the creativity and execution of such an innovative concept. This turned out to be the best breath taking moment for all Jeepers of BJC.

All Jeepers intended to go for lunch point were diverted to the second off-roading venue – the cyanide mountain. A quick off-roading experience on the dusty lands, took away the hunger from all, now it was the lead Jeep’s role to push back all other Jeepers to lunch point.

A delayed lunch at the golf resort and sharing memories of the drive with fellow Jeepers, there comes the curtain down for another remarkable drive. Jeepers started to wind off for the the day and head back to their homes. The cause for this drive was to donate all old clothes and toys to Samarthan Trust, all the Jeepers passed on their respective collections to a fellow Jeeper who had taken the lead and responsibility to hand over to the trust.

A few Jeepers spent more time for tea and planning for next drives, thus concluding the day with the memories of the Legendary Jeep formation.

Original Agenda/Itinerary:

  • 6:45 AM – Meeting point at Hoskote Toll (https://goo.gl/maps/s2nNEqYdeau)
  • 7:00 AM – Convoy Departure to Breakfast point (https://goo.gl/maps/iccKtMWG1V32)
  • 8:00 AM – Breakfast at Maiyas Restaurant, Kolar (Individual direct payment basis)
  • 9:00 AM – Convoy Departure to Kurudumale Ganesha Temple.
  • 9:45 AM – Kurudumale Ganesha Temple (https://goo.gl/maps/3dNeGmtjenJ2)
  • 10:30AM – Convoy Departure
  • 11:30AM – Off-roading at BEMLLand (Convoy will wait for all Jeepers to finish off-roading)
    • Off-roading at Cyanide Mountain (https://goo.gl/maps/NtgXXXz7sDH2)
    • Pass through Little England / Photo stop
  • 2:30 PM – Lunch at Zion Hills Golf County (Buffet Lunch – Cash to be paid on the spot to Lead Jeeper) (https://goo.gl/maps/YgVMKQHVwH92)
  • 4:00 PM – Disburse and Depart to Bangalore (follow the convoy for a Jeepers tea break)

Guidelines:

  • Please bring Umbrellas / Poncho and warm clothings for kids to this drive.
  • Emergency items like Towing Cable, Jump Start Wires, Belt cutters, Tyre inflators, Oxygen cylinder mini Axe / shovel, dust mask and First-Aid kit will be available with fellow Jeepers.
  • Follow the convoy always and keep an eye on the Jeep in front and back of you.
  • Give way to non Jeepers and DO NOT obstruct other traffic – follow convoy guidelines.

Indian Jeepers – North Meetup – 15 Jul, 2018

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Indian Jeepers

Hello Indian Jeepers-North

It’s time for another Jeepers Meetup

This time we have planned it in NOIDA.

Contact Here to be part of it.

Register with JeepAG Here.

Itinerary

  • Date – 15 th July 2018
  • Assemble at- DnD (just after crossing toll plaza, on the NOIDA side)
  • Meeting time : 1000 hrs 
  • Leave for Venue :  1030 hrs 
  • Drive & Off-Roading : 2 hrs approx. 
  • Lunch : 1300 hrs 
  • Venue for lunch: The Grand Venice Mall, Greater NOIDA

Bangalore Jeep Club’s Mini Meet at Willy’s Top Cafe – 6th Jul, 2018

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Midnight Meet @ Willys Top Cafe, Bangalore

Jeepers from BJC had a get-together with a short notice as usual – to witness the thrilling Brazil-Belgium FIFA at the distinguished JEEP Themed Cafe in Jayanagar, Bangalore.

The Cafe owned by a Jeep enthusiast hosted an exclusive seating only for Jeepers – an after closing hours service upon our request.  We were whole heartedly welcomed by Mr. Aadesh the owner of this joint, who was equally thrilled to serve us late night for being from Bangalore Jeep Club.

The Cafe was designed with every details around the corner associated to the parts of JEEP. The swing seatings, benches resembling the rear seating of Willys, chairs with shock absorbers, bar stools from the tyre rims and the most highlighted one at the wash room – the wash basin made of inverted Engine / Gear Box with a steering tap, the mirror housed on the collapsible wind screen of JEEP Willys are a few to name… believe it or not there are much more to dig out.

The signature dishes served was uncommon and juicy with few cold coffee / mocktails. And obviously the mildest of the Hookas perfectly blended with flavours again recommended by them.

A little disheartening performance from our favorite team was atoned by the ambience of the Cafe and Jeepers sharing their experiences.

Jeepers departed post match with a heartfelt thanks to the Cafe for their warm hospitality beyond service hours and looking forward for the next meet / trails.

Bhutan Trail – Oct 13-23, 2018

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The flag off to the much awaited trail to Bhutan is on 13th Oct at Kolkata.

Route Map:

Itinerary:

  • Day 1, Sat, 13-Oct, Start from different location of KOLKATA to meet at Dankuni Toll plaza at 7 am. Reach MALDA after driving about 320km. Stay at Hotel Golden Park.
  • Day 2, Sun, 14-Oct, Start from MALDA at 7 am towards the destination Bhutan and reach PHUENTSHOLING which is about 400kms drive. Relax at Park Hotel.
  • Day 3, Mon, 15-Oct, Complete Permit formalities & Explore Phuentsholing.
  • Day 4, Tue, 16-Oct, Leave PHUENTSHOLING by 8 am and drive about 165km to reach THIMPHU. Check in at Dechen Boutique Hotel and take Permit Extension for Punakha. Enjoy Local Sightseeing. Evening for the Relaxation.
  • Day 5, Wed, 17-Oct, Explore Thimphu, Visit Taksin preserve, Folk heritage museum and Buddha statue. Evening for shopping or relaxation.
  • Day 6, Thu, 18-Oct, Check out at 7 am and Drive to Punakha via Dochula Pass. It takes 3 hours to cover the 90km beautiful stretch. Reach Punakha & check in at Khuru Resort. Explore Punakha, Visit Punakha Dzong , Suspension bridge etc.
  • Day 7, Fri, 19-Oct, Leave PUNAKHA at around 7 am and drive about 130 km via Haa Valley and Chelela Pass admiring beauty of the nature enroute to reach the final destination in Bhutan, which is PARO. Check in at Tiger Nest Resort. Evening for walk around or relax at the resort.
  • Day 8, Sat, 20-Oct, Enjoy Paro local Sightseeing, Visit Tigers nest (6 hour up down trek from base), Lakhang Monastery and Rikhung Dzong.
  • Day 9, Sun, 21-Oct, Say good bye to Bhutan and drive the day to reach CHALSA DOOARS which is about 260km from Paro. Check in at Sinclairs Retreat Dooars. Enjoy the beautiful property & relax.
  • Day 10, Mon, 22-Oct, Leave CHALSA in the morning to drive 300 km for the final stopover at MALDA. Relax overnight at Hotel Golden Park.
    Day 11, Tue, 23-Oct, Leave MALDA by 9 am to back home with wonderful memories of the trip.

Leh Ladakh Expedition #JeepTrio #CompassTrio – 10-23 June, 2018

15 Days  (Delhi – Patnitop – Leh – Ladakh – Manali – Delhi)

The unbelievable Landscape amid blue sky high snow clad peaks is a sight that is probably the
inspiration behind the famous Persian saying: “Gar firdaus, ruhe zamin ast, hamin asto, hamin asto,
hamin ast” (if there is a heaven on earth, it is here).Welcome to “Ladakh”

Route Attractions:
Delhi- Ludhiana- Patnitop – – Sonmarg – Zozila Pass- Gumri post- Drass (kargil War Memorial)– Kargil –Lamayuru- Fotu La- Leh Ladakh –
Khardung La- Nubra Valley- Sumur- Hunder-Turtuk- Agham shyok-Pangong Lake- ChangLa – Karu- Hall of Fame- Leh Palace- 3 Idiot school-
Gurudwara patthar sahib- thiksey monastery-Shanti stupa- Tanglang La- Moore plains- suraj Tal – Tso Moriri – Tso Kar- sarchu – Pang – Keylong –
sisu -Tandi-Khoksar- Rohtang Pass – Manali – Chandigarh- Delhi.

 

Day Wise Itinerary

 

Day 1 : Delhi – Patnitop (655 kms)

Reach Patnitop by afternoon. Patnitop is one of the beautiful hill stations which is famous for picturesque surroundings, walking clouds. This is first day to warm up and practice your riding skills in hills (around 50 km ride in mountains)Reach patnitop in late afternoon. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Patnitop. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 2 : Patnitop to Srinagar/Sonmarg– (185 KM)

We will be riding in mountains today The view and roads in patnitop is just amazing, we will cross asia’s largest tunnel today reach Srinagar by evening. Explore Srinagar (Dal lake) and beautiful gardens and floating market. Enjoy evening by dal lake. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay.
Note3rd Day stay can be changed from Srinagar to sonmarg (which is 70 km from Srinagar) depending on the situation in Srinagar.

Day 3: Srinagar/Sonmarg – Kargil – 200 KM

Srinagar – Sonamarg – Zojilla La Pass- Gumri Post – Drass – Kargil war memorial- Kargil

Wake up early and start enjoy Breakfast. start journey toward Kargil. We will cross through sonmarg and Zozila pass today, very tough ride. will cross Drass , and Kargil war memorial . We will halt at Drass and pay homage to our War heroes at Kargil War memorial, situated at Drass sector, Where 1999 war was fought.. Reach kargil by evening. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 4: Kargil to Leh. (211 km)

Kargil – Mulbek – Namik La – Fotu La – Lamayuru – Khalsi – Saspul – Basgo – Nimmoo – Leh – Khaltse – Lamayuru –Fotu-La- Nimmu

Wake up early and start journey after Breakfast. Today the ride will be smooth and beautiful roads, We will cross through Fotu La, Namki La, Lamayuru and Moonland. This route offer some breath-taking Landscapes. While after that we will cross “Magnetic Hill” and “Gurudwara pathar sahib”. The famous “Hall of fame” will also fall in this route. Reach Leh by evening. Enjoy Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

Day 5: – Leh.

Day at leisure.Wake up late and after breakfast enjoy your day. Explore the main attractions in the city .On this day no need to rush you are free to explore Leh, visit markets and Gurudwara patthar sahib, magnetic hills, Hall of fame, Shanti stupa, Thiksey Monastery, Alchi Choskor Monastery, Likir Monastery,Leh , Royal Palace, and local Tibetan market evening will be at leisure. Dinner will be served at Hotel. Enjoy your overnight stay.

Day 6: Leh to Khardung-Lato Nubra Valley (Hunder) (120 KM)

Leh – South Pullu – Khardung La Pass – North Pullu – Khardung Village – Sumur- Khalsar Village – DiskitMonastary – Hunder (Nubra Valley)

Start early morning after breakfast start journey to Khardung -La passes 18380 Ft. The all terrain highest motor able road in the World. Further continue the journey toward Nubra Valley. Next halt will be at Siachen base Camp at North pullu.E enjoy the scenic beauty of hunder and reach the sand dunes to capture beautiful evening.Start journey further toward Hunder. Hunder is most popular for the camel rides in the high altitude cold desert. The camel safaris are done on Bactrian Double-humped Camels which are reminder the bygone era of Silk Route trade. Reach hotel by evening .Dinner and overnight stay in Nubra with bonfire.

Day 7: Hunder to Turtuk & Back to Hunder(Nubra valley) (80 KM)

Hunder (Nubra Valley)- Turtuk- Nubra ValleyHunder.

Enjoy yummy organic breakfast in Hunder and explore near destination-Turtuk Hunder to Turtuk is
nothing less than exceptional. Apart from being remote, Turtuk is unique for various reasons. While whole Ladakh is a Buddhist dominated area, Turtuk follows Islam as its primary religion. Everything from apricots, apples, tomatoes, cauliflowers, and cabbages grow in Turtuk.Turtuk is a gallery of unspeakable beauty it is a colourful portrait. The last big village before Turtuk is Bogdang, a largely Sufia Noorbakhshia dominated area, where no one was allowed to buy a television until recently. Later return back to Nubra valley. Enjoy your stay with lots of local story of this area.

Day 8:Hunder (Nubra Valley)to Pangong Tso-(120 KM)

Hunder (Nubra Valley) – Diskit Village – Khalsar Village – Agham Village – Shyok Village – Durbuk – Tangtse – Spangmik (Pangong Tso)

Enjoy the most yummy food in mid of no where. After breakfast we will go to sand dunes enjoy the bacteria camel ride and photo shoot at Diskit. This is the famous silk route.After some fun start journey toward pangong lake. The route is less travelled, but the most adventures one. Be ready to test your riding skill. Reach Pangong Lake by afternoon. The camps are the best place to stay in Pangong, enjoy the scenic beauty of most famous lake, the view from camp is majestic. Spend evening in Camps at lake. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in camp.

Day 9: Pangong -Tso to Leh Ladakh (140 km)

Spangmik (Pangong Tso) – Tangtse – Chang La – Sakti – Karu – Leh

After breakfast we will go the famous point (3 Idiot) at Pangong lake, enjoy the photo shoot at the lake, Be ready with your cameras and phone to click pics.The view in morning will take your breath away. After some fun at lake, start journey toward to Leh, We will cross Chang La today another highest pass, be ready to witness fresh snowfall at this point, halt for Tea in mid. Start journey again and reach Leh by evening. Stay overnight in hotel. Dinner will be served in hotel only.

Day 10: Leh to Tso-Moriri – Tso Kar(220 km)

Leh – Karu – Upshi – Kumdok – Kere – Chumathang – Mahe – Sumdo – Karzok (Tso Moriri)

Start journey in morning after breakfast to Tso Moriri. Mighty, endless, vast, abundant, clear, beautiful and pure… Tso Moriri, at a distance of around 220 km from Leh is a high altitude mountain lake at a height of around 4500 m. Although its not as big as Pangong Tso, but beautiful enough to take your heart away. halt for Tea in mid. Stay overnight with dinner.

Day 11: Tso-Moriri to Sarchu (230 km)

Tso Moriri (Karzok) – Tso Kar – More Plains – Pang – Lachung La Pass – Namik La Pass – Gata Loops – Sarchu

Today we will start journey from Tso- Moriri to another small lake :ie Tso- Kar (80 km) and will proceed further toward Sarchu. Enjoy the most beautiful sights that will take your breath away but a mix of good roads and bad await us on our way to sarchu. We will cross Moore Plains, Pang, Gata Loops (Total 21). Reach sarchu in evening, enjoy overnight stay in camps with Dinner. camps are of A grade standard with attach toilets.

Day 12: Sarchu to Manali (225 km)

Sarchu – Killing Sarai – Baralacha La – Xing Xing Bar – Darcha -jispa– Keylong – Tandi – Koksar – Rohtang pass–Manali

Start early morning from sarchu to Manali after breakfast. we will cross baralacha-la-pass (16,040 ft).And witness another beauty Suraj Tal further we will start journey toward manali We will cross Rohtang pass also so be ready for rough riding. Reach manali in evening.
Surrounded by majestic hills and woody forests, the quaint charm of Manali has captured the world’s attention and has become one of the most visited tourist destinations in India. The pristine River Beas flows right through the town, creating a mesmerising and spellbinding landscape. Nestled at one end of the Kullu Valley, Manali is a popular hill station with attractions such as the Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley nearby. Enjoy overnight stay with Dinner in Hotel.

Day 13 : Manali – Delhi – (517 KM)

Manali – Kullu – Bhuntar – Mandi – Bilaspur – Chandigarh – Ambala – Karnal – Sonipat – Delhi

Wake up early and start journey after Breakfast. Reach chandigarh by afternoon. Chandigarh is the best-planned city in India, with architecture which is world-renowned, and a quality of life, which is unparalleled.

 

Eastern Jeepers Trip to Chandipur & Dagara – 16-17th Jun, 2018

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Jeepers from Kolkata & Bhubaneswar went for an overnight trip to the beaches of Chandipur & Dagara.

Chandipur is a beautiful beach lies between Kolkata & Bhubaneswar. Its almost 270 km from Kolkata & 210 km From Bhubaneswar.

Original Agenda:

Jeepers alongwith their families would leave on 16th early morning in their Jeep from their respective starting points at Kolkata & Bhubaneswar.

Teams would Meet & Greet at Chandipur in the noon and would check-in at Panthanivas  – the only hotel on Chandipur Beach.

Jeepers would enjoy the day & Evening at Chandipur.

17th Morning, post breakfast will be the check-out.

And next destination will be The Dagara Beach. It’s an unspoiled & unexplored beach which is some 75km from Chandipur by road (36km via coastal route). Jeepers would enjoy free car driving (within safe limits) on the flat stretch of Golden Sand Beach.

Late afternoon would be the time to say goodbye and take back happy memories of the First Jeep Trail by Eastern Jeepers Club.

Bangalore and Madras Jeep Clubs Trip to Kolli Malai – 9-10 June, 2018

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Jeeping to Kolli Hills (Mountain of Jeepers / Mountain of Death) 

BJC & MJC

A drive to Kolli Hills jointly organized trail from Bangalore Jeep Club and Madras Jeep Club on 9th / 10th June 2018, had a mammoth participation registered for 21 JCs.  A couple of them had to opt out at last moment due to some personal issues, but were with us virtually for our entire drive. 

An atypical delay in start off due to an unexpected long queues at the Toll just before our meeting point, deferred our scheduled by one hour. The Jeepers were able to cover up the delay by reaching the next breakfast point on time to have an astounding and yummy breakfast at Sri Muruga Bhavan – a country side restaurant.  Must try their famous Ghee Roast and Idlis with a traditional serving on banana leaf. MJC Jeepers also cruised to reach this infamous spot on the dot.

After the scrumptious breakfast we headed to our next PIT stop / refueling point near Kalangani to be welcomed by a representative of a NPO – Leaf Society. This stop was also to handover the donations to Leaf Society – the cause of this drive to support the tribal community children’s education through them. All Jeepers and their respective accompanying enthusiasts donated generously for the welfare of the children. 

A quick photo shoot and kicking off from this point to be headed through narrow lanes of village limits to join the District Highway to Kolli Hills, the intelligent Google maps identified that Jeepers are using it’s guidance and it deviated us from normal path and took us for a short off roading to start the trails to ascend the hills.

Jeepers were thrilled with maneuvering capabilities of JCs in accomplishing the 70 strenuous hair pin bends with an ease. The JCs convoy lead by Volvo was a breathtaking view to by passers and on coming traffic gave way to our convoy with due respect. A quick stop atop hill for photo shoot and couple of Jeepers trying their foot capabilities to the rock on the mountain. 

Steering to the resort to start with an appetizing lunch and later check in for a short relaxation before the next program.  Jeepers savored the delicious varieties of mangoes which were handpicked in the morning by JeepHR. 

A quick scrutiny and trespassing by our Jeeper gang-leader on the surroundings led us to shuffle our scheduled program and move on to an off roading experience with 3 levels to descend the hill and return back through the unsurfaced narrow track with steep inclinations.  A perfect guidance by fellow Jeepers shove back all the Jeeps from the dead-end path, Jeepers also accomplished a dusk climbing up through those narrow path. 

Back to resort it was time for fun and everyone eyeing to win the challenge to own the Jeep Wrist Watch.  The table aside the bonfire was filled with loads of the Scotches, Rums and what not – the toast was raised by all Jeepers with a Jagermeister.  Jeepers shared their experiences with their beast and a lot of leg-pulling to fellow Jeepers.  This was also a dais to update on the history of Jeepag and it’s forthcoming developments about our Group. The party continued even after the dinner and went on till midnight.  The scheduled late night 150 minutes’ drive was cancelled owing to safe drive practice policies of Jeepers. 

Day 2 started off with Jeepers at breakfast table and later distribution of BJC ‘T’ Shirts to everyone.  An additional off roading was accomplished for the Jeepers who had missed out the first day’s adventures.  After checkout from resort and a group photoshoot in tees, we Jeeped back to descend the spectacular hair pin bends.  Jeepers lined up once touching the main highway to greet and see off the MJC Jeepers and cherishing the wonderful drive spent together. 

The convoy proceeded towards the next Lunch stop at another famous “Ambur Star Biriyani” for a mouth watering Biriyani and a prettily packed beeda. 

Another quick coffee break at Adhith Bhavan and a drone shoot of the convoy, all Jeepers drifted back to Bangalore with colossal memoirs of the drive and flooding the amazing pictures on group. 

There ends this Journey, marking a beginning for the next drive.

Original Itinerary:

 

DAY 1 – 9th June 2018

06:30AM – Meeting Point – BJC /WW

Attibele Toll Plaza

Follow the convoy and please stick on to your position from start point.

Maximum speed limit 140kmph.

 

07:30AM – Coffee Break & Meeting Point for MJC (route 1)

Sree Saravana Bhavan – Krishnagiri 

on Salem Highway

Opposite to Boat House.

 

08:30AM – Breakfast

Saisangeet, Dharmapuri

After hearty breakfast drive down towards Salem and take bypass towards

Salem-Namakkal Highway. 

 

11:30PM – Refuelling at BP COCO, Kalangani

Take left towards Kalangani-Kolli Hills road just after the BP COCO Petrol

Pump.

 

12:30PM – PIT Stop at Karavalli

Stop before the start of first hair pin bend – for grabbing some snacks and

drinks, also slight relief for the Tyres and brake pads.

Drive through challenging 70 hair pin bends struggling through passing

trucks and narrow roads. 

 

01:30PM – Semmedu – Meeting Point for MJC (route 2)

 

02:00PM – Lunch at Silverline Retreat Hotel

Checkin and relax, enjoy the picturesque view from the hotel at 3500 feet ASL.

 

04:00PM – Visit to Arappaleeswar Temple / Water Falls.

Advisable to squeez into fellow Jeep due to limited parking place near

temple.

A must visit ancient and very popular temple, the water falls is just next

to temple but need to descend by foot and not in Jeep. 

 

Tentative (waiting for confirmation from Hotel Agent/guide) A Short drive to Coffee / Pepper Plantation.

 

06:00PM – Back to Hotel and at leisure 

Exchange experiences with fellow Jeepers and especially with our CM about his drive to London.

Note : There is no Bar / Drinks available at this hotel, please carry your

own if required.

 

DAY 2 – 10th June 2018

10:00AM – Checkout and Descend the Hills

Drive smoothly and control the speed with lower gears, AT owners have no

other option but try not to keep foot always on brakes or use manual lower gears.

 

11:30AM – PIT Stop at Karavalli.

Give a break for the Tyres and Brakes to cool down sufficiently. 

Head towards Salem Highway – follow the convoy. 

 

01:00PM – Lunch Stop at Salem Toll

Hotel Salem Saravana Bavan just before the Toll after cross Salem Bypass. 

 

03:30PM – PIT Stop at KRP Dam, Krishnagiri

Disburse BJC / MJC / WW and Jeep back to home.

Happy Jeeping…