Fireflies Special Bhandardara Camping

2 Days 1 Night
  • 50-100
  • Camp Stay
  • May and June
  • Fireflies and Stargazing
  • Veg, Non-Veg, and Jain

Overview

Bhandardara is a huge lake, located near Igatpuri, in the Western Ghats of India. It is one of the best places in Maharashtra to experience camping in-between nature. In Bhandardara right before the monsoon hits the ground fireflies get ready to gleam their light at the brightest in the forest area beside the lake. Fireflies can be seen only 15 to 20 days before monsoon during their mating season. Join us and give yourself in, to a camping night beside the breathtaking ranges of Sahyadri as you catch sight of the glorious fireflies.

 Train schedule and reporting time:

  1. CSMT- 10:00 am (10:16 am train time)
  2. Byculla- 10: 05 am (10:23 am train time)
  3. Dadar- 10:15 am (10:29 am train time)
  4. Kurla- 10:20 am (10:36 am train time)
  5. Ghatkopar- 10:25 am (10:40 am train time)
  6. Mulund- 10:38 am (10:53 am train time)
  7. Thane- 10:41 am (10:57 am train time)
  8. Dombivali- 10:58 am (11:13 am train time)
  9. Kalyan- 11:05 am (11:21 am train time)
  10. Kasara – 12:34 pm

Note: Request you to be on time as we shall not be responsible in case you miss your train by any chance.

Trip Highlights

  • Fireflies sighting
  • Umbrella waterfall
  • Boating
  • HikerWolf Trip Leaders

Dates

  • Saturday May 24, 2025
    Sunday May 25, 2025
  • Saturday May 31, 2025
    Sunday June 1, 2025
  • Saturday June 7, 2025
    Sunday June 8, 2025
  • Saturday June 14, 2025
    Sunday June 15, 2025

Cost

Campsite To Campsite: ₹1,499/-
Kasara To Kasara / Nashik To Nashik: ₹2,299/-

Pickup Points

Kasara railway station

Pickup points from Nashik

  • Dwarka
  • CBS

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Fireflies Special Bhandardara Camping

    • Reach Kasara Station by 1:00 pm, meet our fellow travellers & take local transportation to our beautiful lakeside venue at Bhandardhara. Witness the most amazing Unbearable waterfall en route to our campsite
    • On arrival, you will be welcomed with a welcome drink. set your soul free and have a  pleasant walk along the Bhandardhara Lake which has a serene feel to itself.
    • Enjoy the lovely sunset and let your mind express its likelihood to the silent breeze!
    • To begin with the evening, we will have an interactive icebreaker session with various fun team games and activities. While the games are still on, it’s time for lip-smacking Barbeque.
    • Let’s Party!!! We have also arranged a special musical evening for you folks, so get ready to dance to your heart’s content. 
    • Dinner will be served around 10:30  pm. After dinner, we visit the sites where the fireflies come to greet us. The scene is quite an experience on its own when you take a stroll through the night. The dark sky in the backdrop and the yellow blinking lights of these creatures is just a perfect combination of beauty. 
    • After giving such a wonderful treat to our eyes, we will return to our campsite to sit beside the campfire to exchange camping special stories.
    • After calling it a day, we’ll get into our tents for a sound comfortable sleep.

  • Day
    02

    Fireflies Special Bhandardara Camping

    • GOOD MORNING! Wake up earlier to witness refreshing water in front of your campsite. Freshen up soon and adore the beautiful morning bliss greenery with a sip of a hot cup of tea coffee!
    • Go boating in the pleasing water of Bhandardara Lake (only if the water level is sufficient) and click some dashing selfies. 
    • At 10:30 am With a bunch full of beautiful experiences and lasting cheerful memories, we bid a final goodbye to the mesmerising segment of the life journey!
    • We will reach back to Kasara at around 2 pm

Download Itinerary

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Cost Includes

  • Local transportation from Kasara to Campsite and Back
  • Umbrella Waterfall
  • Welcome drink
  • Evening snacks (Jain food available)
  • Starters (Veg/ Non-Veg/Jain)
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast (Day 2) (Jain food available)
  • Boating (Depending on weather conditions)
  • Comfortable tent stay
  • Fun-loving games & activities
  • Basic First Aid Kit
  • HikerWolf Expertise
  • A lot of memories

Cost Excludes

  • Mineral water
  • Train tickets from Mumbai to Kasara and Back
  • Insurance
  • 5% GST and processing fees
  • Anything not mentioned in the above inclusion list

Things To Carry

  • Identity Proof
  • Water Bottle (Minimum 2-3 litres)
  • 3 Extra Pair of Clothes
  • Flipflops or Sandals
  • Carry all your luggage in a shoulder bag/ rucksack
  • Personal Medications, if any.
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Power Bank
  • An extra bag to keep your wet clothes
  • Torch
  • A shawl or jacket as it will be cold, and you may require it while sleeping
  • Sanitary Kit

Note

  • Firefly sightings are dependent on weather conditions. Ideally, this is the best time to sight them. However, we do not take responsibility for low firefly sightings.
  • Do not carry any valuables. Please take care of it in case you are carrying the same. We will not be responsible if you lose them by any chance.
  • We acknowledge that weather conditions are beyond our control. In the event of cloudy weather or any natural/man-made calamities, refunds will not be provided. Rest assured, we have alternate plans and indoor activities in place to ensure a seamless experience in case of sudden climate changes during the event.
  • HikerWolf reserves the rights to cancel the trip if the minimum batch size does not suffice. 
  • For those keen on wide-field astrophotography, please bring along a tripod for your cellphone/DSLR.

Enquiry Form

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FAQs

Can I join solo?

Of course, you can, we always have people joining solo and they go back home making many new friends.

Is this event kids friendly?

Yes, the event is kids friendly

How much do I have to pay for my kid?

Kids below 5 years- Free

From 5 years to 10 years- 30% OFF

Above 10 years- full payment

Can we get a 2-person tent?

Yes, if you’ll are joining as a couple

Is this event happening on private property?

Yes

Are drinks allowed at this event?

Yes, but you’ll have to bring your own booze

Is this event pets friendly?

Yes

Is car parking available at the venue?

Yes

How and when will your team coordinate with me?

We make a WhatsApp group of all the participants, besides, one day before the event, and share all the necessary details in it.

Will I get Jain food?

Yes

Will there be proper washroom facilities on the campsite?

Yes, there are proper well-constructed toilets available near the campsite.

Will you be providing us with blankets and bedding?

Yes