Foul Weather: Destiny 2012
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Expo: MUSA KA MASALLA
Musa ka Musalla peak stands at an altitude of 4050 meters at the junction of Siran and Kaghan valleys. The name translates to Moses’ Mat which has different stories associated with it. While some believe it to be named after a local shepherd with the name of Musa who used to pray at the peak here, some even attribute it to the prophet Moses. There is a small flat structure made up of different stones and marked with colorful flags of type one finds in all the shrines of this region. On a clear day, the summit offers exciting panoramic views of the entire area and surroundings.
One can reach here through Mansehra/Shinkiari. Public transport is available from Mansehra for Mandakucha with a fare of Rs. 150 per head (May 2010). The road goes through Jabori and takes around 2-3 hours. One can also hire a hiace van or a jeep that can be taken up to Jacha village. Porters can be taken from Mandakucha village. From the starting point, the trek to the top of Musalla takes 8-10 hours. One can camp at Bikhi or Khori on the way which is 4-5 and 6-7 hours of trek from Mandakucha respectively.
Team Members:
Danish, Raheel, Yahya Hassan, Rab Nawaz, Nouman,
EXPECTED PLAN
Days, Timings & fares:
Friday
0900hrs- 1400hrs Ibd to Mansehra (Public Transport 200/-)
1400hrs- 1800hrs Mansehra to Manda kucha (jeep) to Jacha village (trek)
Saturday
Roam into region. Towards musa ka masalla (till snow bound)
Sunday
1100hrs------------ back to Islamabad
Expenditure For 5 people:
Fares: 400 X 5 = 2000/- (up to mansehra)
2000+2000 (jeep)
Food: 4000 (chicken and beef boiled at home)
2000 for accessories (NAAN, onion, Tomatoes, other spices)
Estimated budget for 5 people: 12000
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Days, Timings & fares:
Friday
0800hrs- 1200hrs Ibd to Mansehra (Public Transport 200/-)
1300hrs- 1800hrs Mansehra to Manda kucha to Jacha village (jeep +trek)
Saturday
0800hrs – 1800hrs jacha 2 village to manna (just opposite to khori or gali)
Sunday
0700hrs-1500hrs Manna to mainda kucha village
1600hrs – late night mainda kucha to shinkiyari to mansehra to ibd
Actual Expenditure for a Team of 5 People
15000/-
3000 per head
