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Karnala Monsoon Trek from Mumbai
Just a short drive from Mumbai, the Karnala Trek is a perfect blend of history, forest hiking, and birdwatching. Nestled within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary, this easy-to-moderate trek near Panvel offers scenic views, ancient fort ruins, and a rich variety of flora and fauna—ideal for a quick weekend escape into nature.
🏞️ Why Choose Karnala?
Karnala Fort, perched atop a hill at around 1,500 feet, offers:
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A lush forest trail through protected sanctuary land
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Historical ruins of a 13th-century hill fort
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A dramatic funnel-shaped pinnacle visible from the Mumbai-Goa highway
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Spectacular views of the Matheran and Prabalgad ranges
The Karnala Bird Sanctuary is also home to 150+ bird species, including the Malabar whistling thrush, paradise flycatcher, and grey hornbill, making this trek a treat for both hikers and birders.
🥾 What to Expect on the Trek
The Karnala Trek is one of the most beginner-friendly and family-friendly hikes near Mumbai. With The Tern Travellers, you get:
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Guided trail through the bird sanctuary with certified trek leaders
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Educational insights into the local ecology and fort history
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Photography stops at scenic viewpoints and wildlife spotting zones
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Breakfast and packed snacks
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Optional birdwatching sessions (especially early morning departures)
During the monsoon season, the trail becomes even more magical with mist, waterfalls, and dense green canopies.
🧭 Ideal For:
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Beginners and families with kids
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Weekend hikers from Mumbai, Thane, or Navi Mumbai
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Birdwatchers and nature photographers
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School and college nature clubs
🌿 Eco-Sensitive Trekking
Since Karnala is a protected sanctuary, we follow strict forest rules, avoid plastic, and promote responsible trekking practices. All trips are led in small groups with Leave No Trace principles.
📌 Quick Facts:
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Location: Panvel, Navi Mumbai
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Difficulty: Easy to Moderate | Duration: 1.5–2 hours ascent
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Best Time to Visit: June to February
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Trip Type: Day trek with optional birdwatching focus
Walk through a forest alive with birdsong and end with a hilltop view—The Karnala Trek with The Tern Travellers is your perfect weekday or weekend nature reset.
How to book?
- Click on the "BOOK NOW" button.
- Select your departure date and click on pay and book button.
- Select your ticket type and quantity. (If you have a coupon code, apply at this stage)
- Fill out your personal details and proceed with reviews & payment.
- Select your payment type (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking) and proceed.
- Once your tickets are booked, you will receive confirmation via email. (Please provide valid email id)
- A WhatsApp group link will be sent to your WhatsApp number 8 hours prior to the departure. (Please provide WhatsApp number while booking)
- Event Details and Trek Leaders details will be shared on that WhatsApp group only.
Please Note
- If you wrongly booked for different date or batch. And you want to change date within 3 days of departure, then transfer charges will be applied which will be Rs. 200/- per person.
Itineraries
Day 1
Mumbai - Karnala - Mumbai
05:00 am - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate. ( https://goo.gl/maps/65qVB7H4swdFjjWs6 )
05:10 am - Leave for the trek.
05:20 am – Pick up at Virwani Bus Stop, Goregaon. ( https://goo.gl/maps/youofNYahBSwqsms8 )
05:30 am - Pick up at Gundavali Bus Stop, Andheri East. ( https://goo.gl/maps/gorbeX9fencdiqfh8 )
05:40 am - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop, Bandra. ( https://goo.gl/maps/CAsqYFeK8aTRBk9B7 )
05:45 am - Pick up at Sion station circle. ( https://goo.gl/maps/96zHLvMh8k2X2bWU9 )
06:00 am - Pick up at Diamond Garden, Chembur. ( https://goo.gl/maps/y2rbSdA3VyMhoudC7 )
06:25 am - Pick up at Vashi Plaza. ( https://goo.gl/maps/uY6ZEs9hyiviHfKQ9 )
06:55 am - Pick up at McDonald's, Kalamboli. ( https://goo.gl/maps/EJksuJiNC8uVFaoM7 )
07:30 Reach at base village and have breakfast.
08:00 Start ascending.
10:30 Reach on top and explore.
12:00 Start descending.
13:30 Reach at Base. Have Lunch & rest
16:00 start return journey towards Mumbai.
18:00 Approx. arrival at Mumbai. (Depends upon traffic)
- 1 veg Breakfast and 1 veg Lunch
- Mumbai to Mumbai travel by non-Ac private vehicle* (By Bus option)
- Panvel to Panvel travel by Local vehicle (By train option)
- Forest entry charges
- Trek Leader expertise charges
- E-certificate
- GST 5%
- Travel till base village and back (without transport option)
- Entry fee for foreign nationals
- Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
- All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above.
- All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather.
- Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.
Things to Carry
- 2/3 liters of water
- Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on trek
- Good Torch must with extra battery
- Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars
- Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets
- One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters with rain cover
- Winter jacket
- Sun Cap and Sunscreen
- Personal First aid and Personal Medicine
- Rain wear
- Identity Proof
- Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles
Cancellation Policy and Charges
- 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
- 50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
- No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date
- No show No Refund.
- Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
- Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another person against cancellation.
- If the event gets canceled we will refund "Trek Amount" only.
- If the event is canceled due to any natural calamity, political unrest or other such reasons beyond our control the same cancellation policy will apply.
- Refunds won't be issued if you cannot attend the event due to heavy rains, floods, traffic jams, car breakdowns or a personal medical emergency.
- Your booking cannot be shifted to another date if you cannot attend the event due to heavy rains, floods, traffic jams, car breakdowns, or a personal medical emergency.
- If your area is prone to flooding, traveling from a flooded area, heavy traffic, heavy rains, missing the train, or any other reason, if you cannot attend the event, we won't issue a refund or shift you to another date.
- Management won't be held responsible if you are stuck due to heavy rains, traffic jams, personal emergencies or floods during the event.
- If you are bringing kids, please understand the possibility of getting stuck or delayed. You might have to stay back due to heavy rains, floods, bus breakdowns, and rush at the trekking destination. We won't be able to refund or shift you to another date. You will have to wait it out till the weather clears.
- Due to bad weather, floods, sudden changes in government rules, and overcrowding at the destination trek, the organizer has the right to change the trekking destination.
- During the trek , due to any circumstances seen or unseen trek leader has the right to cancel the trek for safety reason. No refund shall be issued.
Our Trek Event Rules
- Kindly carry one Identity proof, at least for the trek with your address.
- We all are going for an adventurous and exciting trekking expedition; please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR.
- The leader's decision will be final, and all the members should abide by it.
- We do not destroy or dirty the archaeological, historical monuments, natural habitat on the trek.
- Swimming is not allowed in the lake or water tank on the forts. Locals use that water for drinking.
- Putting your feet in water tanks or on the canon is not allowed on our treks.
- Any addiction is strictly prohibited, e.g. drinking, smoking, chewing tobacco anyone caught doing it will have to exit the trek without a refund and travel back on own expense.
- People caught smoking or drinking alcohol will be asked to exit the event on an immediate basis.
- Please do not carry or wear any valuables, ornaments, jewellery, etc. If carried, then we Do Not take any liability for the same.
- Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking, or any adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events, you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any accident or compensation in whatsoever manner.
- We should strictly follow the code of conduct to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from our group or outside.
- Listening to music on earphones or Bluetooth speakers is not allowed while trekking.
- Bluetooth speaker not allowed inside the homestay or camping tents.
- Drinking/smoking,/eating is not allowed inside the tents.
- If you damage the tent, break the tent poles, you will have to pay us for the whole new tent on MRP.
- If you are late for the bus pickup and are not reachable on the phone during your bus pickup, the trek leader will leave without you, and we will provide no refund.
- Please check things to carry and wear trekking shoes on our treks.