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FIREFLIES SPECIAL TREK
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A natural phenomenon of its kind that one can witness only once a year. Fireflies are actually winged beetles that produce bioluminescence during twilight. The adults lit up their lower abdomen by a chemical reaction which is a courtship behavior. It is to attract mates and prey. The larvae of Fireflies are also known as glowworms. Isn’t this one of those creations of nature which can blow you with its facts?
Our team of experts and rich knowledge of a decade in the field of Wildlife will take you on such a trail where you witness green, yellow, red lights around you lit. The whole forest looks like a Christmas decorated tree with lights all over.
Register for this one of its kind phenomenon and see the rising sun from Konkankada. The sight is mesmerizing and will be remembered always.
Quick Details
Type: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Trekking
No of days:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 02
Grade: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Beginners
Travel Duration: 3-6hrs (One way)
Travel Distance:Â 150-220kms (One way)
Region: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Bhimashankar/Kalsubai/Ratangad
Range: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Sahyadris
Elevation:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -
Dates |
Itinerary |
Meals |
Acco |
Day 1 |
Mumbai – Base Village – Night Trail for fireflies  |
ES, D |
 Tents |
Day 2 |
Morning trek/trail, Activity – Base – Mumbai |
B, L |
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The itinerary is subject to change as per location & leaders decision on spot.Â
Itineraries
Day 1
Fireflies Watching
Day 1:
1330Hrs: Report at starting point 15mins prior to departure. Board bus and start road journey.
Reaching time for different locations are different
1830Hrs: Reach Kothaligad Campsite
2000Hrs: Reach Kalsubai Campsite
2100Hrs: Reach Sandhan Valley campsite
2100Hrs: Local cuisine dinner at Base
2200Hrs: Stay in Homestay/Tents (If rains than homestay)
2200Hrs: A night trail scouting some fireflies’ activity/Jungle trek.
2330Hrs: Call it off
Day 2
Hike Kothaligad
Day 2:
0530Hrs: Wake up call.
0730Hrs: Morning Hike
0900Hrs: Breakfast will be served.
1000Hrs: Activity (Rappelling OR Swimming pool, Archery, River tube kayak OR Bullock Cart ride
1230Hrs: Freshen up & relax
1300Hrs: Lunch
1430Hrs: Prepare for departure
1530Hrs: Departure for Mumbai
Trip officially ends.
Includes:
Sandhan Valley |
Kothaligad |
Kalsubai |
Return AC transportation Dinner to Lunch meal cycle Tent stay (2-4 sharing) Campfire Night trail (Scavenger hunt) Rappelling Professional Mountain guide & naturalist Trek Leader First Aid Kit Expertise & Service fee GST 5%Â Booking Convenience fee |
Return AC transportation Dinner to Lunch meal cycle Tent stay (2-4 sharing) Campfire Night trail (Scavenger hunt) Morning hike Archery, Swimming Pool Professional Mountain guide & naturalist Trek Leader First Aid Kit Expertise & Service fee GST 5%Â Booking Convenience fee |
Return AC transportation Dinner to Lunch meal cycle Tent stay (2-4 sharing) Campfire Night Jungle trek Bullock cart ride Professional Mountain guide & naturalist Trek Leader First Aid Kit Expertise & Service fee GST 5%Â Booking Convenience fee |
- Any other transport from origin of participant to meeting point.
- Additional meals or services
- Any expense of personal nature
- Any additional use of transport
Any other item specifically NOT mentioned in includes.
There are 3 different campsite for witnessing the annual fireflies event. Namely Peth (Karjat), Samrad (Sandhan), Bari (Kalsubai base forest).
The difference in the cost is due to the travelling distance from Mumbai which eventually affects the total pricing. Peth being closer to Mumbai than other 2 locations, hence the price for it is lower than the rest.
Payment policy
PAYMENT SCHEDULE |
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Adult |
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At the time of booking |
50% |
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03 days prior to departure |
100% |
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Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation period |
Cancellation Charges on Cost |
21 – 14 days |
25% |
14 – 07 days |
50% |
07 – 03 days |
75% |
Less than 03 days or No show |
100% |
Location |
Pick up time (ETA) |
Drop Time (ETA) |
Borivali National Park Junction |
01:30pm |
09:15pm |
Andheri WEH Metro Junction |
02:00pm |
08:45pm |
Bandra Kalanagar-BKC Junction |
02:15pm |
08:15pm |
Sion Purple Metro link |
02:30pm |
07:45pm |
Vashi (Bridge End) |
04:00pm |
06:45pm |
Belapur |
04:30pm |
06:30pm |
Kalamboli (McDonalds) |
04:45pm |
06:00pm |
JVLR junction |
02:45pm |
07:30pm |
Mulund Check naka |
03:15pm |
07:15pm |
Thane Cadbury Junction |
03:45pm |
07:00pm |
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For Peth refer chart Sion to Kalamboli & for Bari/Samrad refer chart from Sion to Thane Jn.
- It is assumed that the Guests booking the tour are medically fit to travel on tour and also that he/she is aware about the tour programme and the different activities that shall be undertaken during the tour. In case of any health related issues on tour, Guests are expected to be equipped to handle it on their own. Tour Manager can give assistance in such cases but it will not be possible to give complete attention.
- Payment of the registration amount only shows that the Guest is interested in going for the tour. All the services like hotel accommodation voucher, drivel details, etc. shall be confirmed only on receipt of the full and final payment.
- The Tern Travellers reserves the right to cancel and forfeit the paid amount in case of non-payment of full tour cost before departure.
- For any reason if The Tern Travellers bears any cost on behalf of the Guest, he/she must reimburse the amount to the Company within the designated time.
- The Tern Travellers reserves the rights to modify or alter the tour itinerary in case of force majeure conditions (Political reason/Natural Calamities). Changes shall be informed to Guests at the earliest. Guests shall pay any additional charges applicable in such cases. Other than force majeure for any other unavoidable circumstance, if the Company curtails or cancels a certain day’s sightseeing, refund for the concerned portion of the sightseeing/tour shall be given to the Guests. The Company will not be responsible for any other kind of refund.
- Transport provided for the entire tour is as per group size. Skipper has rights to allocate as per the group size.
- Twin sharing accommodation is provided at all locations. In case of Extra Adult, mattress will be provided.
- In case Guest misses any meal for any reason, no refund will be given.
- Tour managers will be assisting travellers throughout the tour and they will not be responsible for loss of any Guest’s baggage or any kind of personal belongings. Guests will be solely responsible for their bags and belongings. Guests should follow information and instructions given by tour managers. The Company is not responsible for the consequences that may result from not following such instructions.
- Alcohol and narcotics are strictly prohibited.