He has completed his Basic Mountaineering Course from the prestigious Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi, where he earned an ‘A’ grade. Over the years, he has climbed several challenging pinnacles across the Sahyadri mountain range in Maharashtra, showcasing his rock climbing and mountaineering skills.
As a cyclist, Mahesh has organized and led several long-distance rides. He has successfully led the Pune to Goa cycling trip multiple times, and has twice completed the ambitious Pune to Kanyakumari journey. He has also led the high-altitude and demanding Manali to Leh to Khardungla cycling expedition twice, a true test of endurance and leadership.
In river rafting, Mahesh brings solid experience from various rivers across India. He has rafted the Ganga at Rishikesh multiple times, tackled the rapids of the Kundalika River in Kolad (Maharashtra), and explored the Kali River in Dandeli (Karnataka), making him well-versed with different rafting terrains.
Mahesh has also organized and led several high-altitude treks, including the Everest Base Camp, Roopkund, Dayara Bugyal, and Chandrakhani Pass in the Himalayas. In the coming months, he will continue to lead a number of exciting treks in both the Sahyadri and Himalayan regions, sharing his knowledge and love for the outdoors with fellow adventurers.