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Magical Firefly Sightings
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Lakeside Tent Camping
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Bonfire & Music
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Guided Nature Trail
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Scenic Sahyadri Views
What is included in the tour
- Tent stay with bedding
- Evening snacks, dinner, breakfast & tea
- Access to campsite games: table tennis, carrom, archery, chess, giant swing, etc.
- Firefly forest night trail with guide
- Music & Dance session
- Basic first aid & Camp Manager
- Pune to Pune transport (if opted)
What is NOT included in the tour
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Travel cost for self-drive participants
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Bottled water, soft drinks, and extra snacks
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Personal purchases, souvenirs, or activities not mentioned
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Medical, evacuation or emergency charges (if any)
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Any damage to camp equipment will be chargeable
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Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Cost Per Person:
- Child Below 10 Years (Without Travel) - 799
- Per Person (Without Transport) - 1,499
- Child Below 10 Years (Kasara to Kasara) - 1,699
- Per Person (Kasara to Kasara) - 2,399
- Child Below 10 Years (Pune to Pune) - 1,899
- Per Person (Pune to Pune) - 2,599
Travelers who have opted for the self-drive package should directly reach the Campsite after 3 pm. (Please keep offline google maps downloaded as there is a network issue at Bhandardara and try to reach the campsite before 5 PM).
Pickup locations from Pune:
- 09:00 AM: Novotel Hotel, Viman Nagar
Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ooiRmYvZeR8iL1ju5
- 09:30 AM: J.M. Corner, JM Road
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/AiFcddEyN29LNTjs6
- 09:45 AM: Bremen Chouk, Aundh
Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rQVD6gJyRMdMFLFYA
- 10:00 AM: MSRTC Bus Stop, Nashik Phata
Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Gz1tj9mdShCk1bu57
Pickup locations from Kasara:
- Travelers joining from Kasara are supposed to join us at Kasara Railway Station by 1 pm.
Day 1:
- 03:00 PM: Arrive at Bhandardara in the afternoon and check in to the camping site
- 04:00 PM: Relax and explore the surrounding areas, Tent allotment
- 05:00 PM: Evening High tea and snacks
- 06:00 PM: Return to the tents and rest
- 08:00 PM: Bonfire and activities
- 09:30 PM: Enjoy a delicious dinner at the camping site
- 10:30 PM: After dinner, take a trail to spot fireflies in the nearby forest
- 11:00 PM: Reach the Firefly's spots and observe the mesmerizing display of Fireflies
- 11:30 PM: Briefing on fireflies and their habitat by a local expert
- 01:00 AM: Return to the campsite and spend the night in tents
Day 2:
- 06:00 AM: Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise over the hills
- 08:00 AM: Have breakfast at the campsite
- 10:00 AM: Check-out from the campsite (Self-drive batch)
- 10:30 AM: Depart for Pune/Kasara/Mumbai
- 06:00 PM: Reach Pune/Mumbai and bid adieu to your fellow trekkers.
Note:
- The itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances. This itinerary can be customizable based on your preferences and the availability of activities for private batches. Also, it's important to follow safety guidelines and respect the environment while exploring the wilderness.
- Firefly sightings are dependent on natural conditions; while we provide the best facilities as per inclusions, their visibility is subject to environmental factors.
Adventure Club Pune invites you to witness one of nature’s most enchanting spectacles - the Bhandardara Fireflies Trail and Camping experience.
Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Sahyadri ranges, this trail offers a rare opportunity to observe thousands of fireflies lighting up the forest just before the onset of monsoon. The quiet charm of Bhandardara, combined with the surreal glow of these bio-luminescent insects, creates a truly magical atmosphere.
This experience includes overnight camping by the lakeside, soulful music, warm bonfire sessions, and local-style meals. It's an ideal getaway for nature lovers, adventure seekers, photographers, and anyone looking to unwind in the lap of nature.
Join us for a peaceful yet captivating journey into the wild - where memories are made under a sky full of stars and forests lit by fireflies.
Things to Carry:
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Valid Government ID Proof
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Light Cotton Clothes
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Extra Pair of Clothes
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Towel
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Personal Toiletries
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Comfortable Shoes
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Power Bank
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Torch or Headlamp
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Small Backpack
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Light Shawl or Bedsheet
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Mosquito Repellent
Rules and Regulations:
- Silence during firefly spotting (no flash or loud noise)
- Music will be turned off by 10:00 PM
- Respect locals, nature, and fellow campers
- Follow the guide's instructions, especially during trails
- Camp property damage will be chargeable
- Firefly sightings depend on weather and season (best May-June), for non-sightings, refund will not be provided.
- Throwing garbage on trails is strictly not allowed.
- Playing loud music in the mountains/Forest is prohibited.
- Trek Leader's decisions on any particular situation will be final for the mutual benefit of the participants.
- If the behavior of any trekker is likely to cause distress or harm to themselves, our member of staff or other team members, reserve the right to terminate their trip at any time and they will have to make their own arrangements; we will not be liable for any expenses incurred as a result. We will not entertain any claims arising due to such action.
- In case of any injuries/illness on a mountain/river/waterfall during a trip/activity, Adventure Club Pune as a company or our local staff will not be responsible. We provide adequate human staff support in these areas to ensure the basic safety of the trekker. The participants must bear all the expenses that may arise in case of medical necessity or emergency conditions.
- Wearing any valuables, ornaments, jewelry, etc. is prohibited.
- You should strictly follow the code of conduct, to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from our group or outside.
Cancellation Policy:
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for more information on cancellations and refunds. 📝
https://www.adventureclubpune.com/terms-and-conditions
