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Experience the enchanting glow of fireflies with our Fireflies Camping near Mumbai. Perfect for nature lovers, families & weekend travelers. Book your spot today!

As summer gives way to the monsoon, the forests near Mumbai light up—literally! Fireflies camping near Mumbai is one of the most magical experiences you can have during May and early June. These tiny bioluminescent insects create a surreal atmosphere, blinking in perfect harmony amidst lush green forests. If you’ve been dreaming of a peaceful escape into nature that feels straight out of a fairytale, fireflies camping in Mumbai is the perfect weekend getaway.

Fireflies festival Mumbai 2025 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.

Register for one of its kind fireflies festival event near Mumbai 2025. Book your seats now. 

Quick Details

Type:                    Hike/Trail

No of days:         01 night 01 day

Grade:                 Beginners

Trek Duration:   1hr

Trek Distance:    3kms 

Elevation:            5500ft

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

09:00am

06:00pm

Sion Circle

09:15am

05:50pm

Priyardarshini (Chembur)

09:30am

05:45pm

JVLR

10:00am

05:30pm

Mulund Toll

10:15am

05:15pm

Thane Teen Haath Naka

10:30am

05:00pm

Bhiwandi Naka (Kalyan Bhiwandi Bypass)

11:30am

04:00pm

Itineraries

Day 1

Mumbai – Base Village – Night Trail for fireflies

09:00am: Report at starting point 15mins prior to departure. Board bus and start road journey.

Refer chart above

01:00pm: Halt for Lunch Enroute (Lunch on own cost)

02:00pm: Resume Journey

0500pm: Reach Campsite – Evening Tea Snacks

0630pm: Evening Trail

0900pm: Local cuisine dinner at Camp

1000pm: A night trail scouting some fireflies’ activity/Jungle trek.

1200am: Call it off

Day 2

Morning trek/trail – Base – Mumbai

0700am: Wake up call.

0730am: Morning Hike & Birdwatching

0900am: Breakfast will be served.

1000am: Freshen up & relax

1030am: Prepare for departure 

1100pm: Departure for Mumbai

  • Return AC Transport Dadar to base** (from Mumbai)
  • Return Non AC transport in Sumo from Kasara to base** (from Kasara) 
  • 1 night stay in Tent with mattresses on double/triple/four sharing 
  • Day 1 Evening Tea + Day 2 Lunch buffet meals Veg / Jain / Non-Veg
  • Field Guide and information sheet
  • Open sky Fireflies documentary screening  
  • Professional wildlife Naturalist host of the trail
  • 2 Guided Night trails 
  • 1 Guided Forest Hike / Trek 
  • Trek Leader
  • Trip expertise
  • Gift Souvenir
  • GST 5%

***With Transport Options

  • 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.
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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.

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