- Overview
- The Plan
- Inclusions
- Exclusions
- FAQ
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- Hotel Used
- Important Note
- Payment and Cancellation Policy
Fireflies festival Mumbai 2023 budget friendly trip witnessed just before the monsoons arrive and dark forests. The ideal dates would be end of May to mid June. It is an annual 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.
Fireflies are tiny creatures that light up the night sky. They are a type of beetle and can be found all over the world. There are many different types of fireflies, but the most common are the common firefly and the glowworm.
Fireflies use their light to attract mates and to find food. They can also use their light to ward off predators.
Fireflies are very important to ecosystems. They help to keep ecosystems lit at night, which helps to keep things like plants and animals alive.
The festival is an annual event that takes place near Mumbai. It is a celebration of the natural phenomenon of fireflies. During the festival, people can enjoy the sight of thousands of fireflies lighting up the night sky. The festival also features music, food, and other activities.
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.
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Quick Details
Type: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Trail
No of days:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 01 night 01 days
Grade: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Beginners
Travel Duration: 3hrs (One way)
Travel Distance: 100kms (One way)
Region: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Palghar
Range: 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 -
Fireflies festival event near Mumbai an annual 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.
Pick up & Drop Chart:
Location |
Pick up time (ETA) |
Drop Time (ETA) |
Dadar TT Chandu Halwai |
02:00pm |
03:00pm |
Sion Circle |
02:15pm |
02:45pm |
Bandra Kalanagar-BKC Junction |
02:30pm |
02:00pm |
Andheri WEH Metro Junction |
02:45pm |
01:45pm |
Goregaon Oberoi Mall Jn |
03:00pm |
01:30pm |
Kandivali Growel Mall Jn |
03:15pm |
01:15pm |
Borivali National Park Jn |
03:20pm |
01:00pm |
Dahisar Check Naka |
03:30pm |
12:45pm |
Kashimira Jn |
03:40pm |
12:30pm |
Vasai Phata Jn |
04:15pm |
12:00pm |
Itinerary
Day |
Plan |
Meals |
Acco |
Day 1 |
Mumbai – Base Village – Night Trail for fireflies  |
S, D |
 Dorm AC |
Day 2 |
Morning trek/trail – Base – Mumbai |
B |
 |
Itineraries
Day 1
Mumbai - Camp - Fireflies Observation
02:30pm: Report at starting point 15mins prior to departure. Board bus and start road journey.
Refer chart above
0600pm: Reach Campsite – Tea Snacks
0700pm: Evening Trail looking for Fireflies
0900pm: Local cuisine dinner at Camp
1000pm: A night trail scouting some fireflies
1200am: Call it off
Day 2
Hike - Camp - Departure
0630am: Wake up call.
0700am: Morning Birdwatching & Hike
0900am: Breakfast will be served.
1000am: Freshen up & relax – Check Out
1030am: Prepare for departure
1100am: Departure for Mumbai
Trip officially ends.
- Return AC Transport Dadar to Camp
- 1 night stay in AC Dorms with Clean washrooms
- Day 1 dinner + Day 2 breakfast buffet meals Veg
- Professional wildlife Naturalist host of the trail
- GST 5%
- 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.