BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mumbai Hikers - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mumbaihikers.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mumbai Hikers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T180000 DTSTAMP:20260301T011825Z CREATED:20260301T011825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T011825Z UID:70678-1773993600-1774202400@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Agnishikha Girls Empowerment Camp DESCRIPTION:OverviewAt Agnishikha\, we believe every teenage girl has an inner power waiting to be unlocked. Our unique empowerment camp teaches essential life skills\, safety awareness\, and self-love through fun\, interactive workshops and group experiences. Join us for a transformative journey that nurtures confidence\, resilience\, and personal growth in a supportive\, safe environment. \nWhy Choose Agnishikha?Specialized workshops designed for teenage girls to understand their bodies\, emotions\, and strengths. \nInteractive activities such as creative art therapy\, self-defense basics\, and personal safety education. \nExpert facilitators dedicated to fostering a judgment-free\, inclusive\, and empowering space. \nFocus on physical\, emotional\, and social well-being for holistic growth. \nDiscover how Agnishikha stands apart by equipping girls with the tools they need for a confident life. \nWhat Makes Our Camp Unique?Emphasis on celebrating individuality and building self-esteem through engaging\, hands-on sessions. \nIntegrating science-backed knowledge about hormones\, body changes\, and emotional health with practical skills. \nCultivating resilience and independence in fun and supportive group settings. \nSafe space for open conversations on body autonomy\, consent\, and digital awareness. URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/agnishikha-girls-empowerment-camp/ LOCATION:Nisargshala\, Nisargshala Velhe MH\, India\, Pune\, 412212\, IN ORGANIZER;CN="Nisargshala":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T194500 DTSTAMP:20260409T060145Z CREATED:20260301T011826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060145Z UID:70679-1774036800-1774122300@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Velas Turtle Festival Tour from Mumbai By Mischief Treks DESCRIPTION:Velas Turtle Festival! ? by Mischief Treks \nDetails on: tours/velas-turtle-festival \nJoin us for an unforgettable eco-adventure on the serene Velas Beach in Ratnagiri\, Maharashtra! ?✨ From March to April 2026\, witness one of nature’s most magical spectacles the newborn Olive Ridley turtle hatchlings taking their very first journey toward the Arabian Sea. ?? \n? What to Expect:? See tiny turtle hatchlings emerge from the sand and crawl to the sea a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience?️ Relax on pristine Velas Beach and soak in the coastal beauty? Visit iconic local sights like Bankot Fort and Harihareshwar?️ Enjoy authentic Konkani meals and village homestay hospitality?‍?‍? Perfect for families\, solo travellers\, couples & nature lovers? Optional AC bus pickup from Mumbai (depending on plan) \n? Festive Season: March 06 – April 26\, 2026 (multiple weekend batches)? Location: Velas\, Ratnagiri\, Maharashtra ??? Supported by community-led conservation efforts\, this trip blends wildlife\, culture\, and eco-tourism in a truly meaningful way. \n? Why You Should Join:✨ Witness a heart-warming natural wonder✨ Experience local culture and homestays✨ Make memories that matter✨ Support turtle conservation and sustainable travel \n? Book your spot now & be part of something special!? Link to booking page \n#VelasTurtleFestival #MischiefTreks #WildlifeWonder #EcoTourism #TravelIndia ??? \nfacebook.com/events/4282307422084511/?event_time_id=4282307475417839 URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/velas-turtle-festival-tour-from-mumbai-by-mischief-treks/ LOCATION:Velas Beach\, Velas Beach CATEGORIES:Tours,Trekking ORGANIZER;CN="Mischief Treks - 24 November 2022":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T210000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T204500 DTSTAMP:20260409T060148Z CREATED:20260313T103203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060148Z UID:70900-1774040400-1774125900@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Velas Turtle Festival DESCRIPTION:Witness the miracle of life! Join Mumbai Travel Club for the 2026 Velas Turtle Festival. Watch baby Olive Ridley turtles take their first steps toward the ocean in a heartwarming\, eco-friendly experience. \n? DEPARTURE: Borivali\, Goregaon\, Andheri\, Sion\, Vashi\, Kalamboli? DATES: Every Friday Night Departure (Season: March 6 – April 26\, 2026)? COST: ₹3\,100 (With AC Travel) | ₹2\,100 (Self-Drive)? WHATSAPP TO BOOK: +91 70217 88764 \nTOUR HIGHLIGHTSHatching Witness: See baby turtles released on Velas Beach.Heritage: Visit the historic Bankot Fort with coastal views.Scenic Ferry: Take a boat to the Harihareshwar Temple & Beach.Authentic Stay: Local village homestay with traditional Konkan meals. \nITINERARY AT A GLANCEFriday Night: Pickup from Mumbai (9:00 PM onwards).Saturday: Reach Velas\, witness turtle release\, Bankot Fort\, and sunset.Sunday: Morning turtle release\, Harihareshwar visit\, and return to Mumbai. \nINCLUSIONS✅ AC Bus Travel (Mumbai to Mumbai)✅ Homestay Accommodation✅ Meals: 2 Breakfast\, 1 Lunch\, 1 Dinner (Traditional Veg)✅ Ferry Charges & Expert Guide \nHOW TO BOOKMessage us directly on Facebook or WhatsApp at +91 70217 88764 to check slot availability. \n#VelasTurtleFestival #MumbaiTravelClub #OliveRidley #Konkan #TurtleSighting #MumbaiWeekend #EcoTourism #mumbai #weekendevents #weekend #travel \nfacebook.com/events/26182439911421367/?event_time_id=26182439934754698 URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/velas-turtle-festival-2026-tour-from-mumbai-by-mumbai-travel-club/ LOCATION:Velas Beach\, Velas Beach CATEGORIES:Tours END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T220000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060148Z CREATED:20260313T103204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060148Z UID:70901-1774044000-1774209600@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Velas Turtle Festival – Witness Nature’s Magical Moment DESCRIPTION:Experience one of nature’s most heart-touching spectacles — hundreds of baby Olive Ridley turtles taking their first journey toward the sea. \nEvery year\, the quiet coastal village of Velas becomes the stage for a remarkable conservation effort where endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles hatch and make their instinctive journey into the Arabian Sea. \nVelas hosts the famous Velas Turtle Festival\, attracting nature lovers\, wildlife enthusiasts\, and responsible travellers from across the country. \nThe village accounts for nearly 40% of sea turtle nests along the Maharashtra coastline\, making it one of the most important turtle conservation sites in India. \nAlong with the turtle hatchling experience\, we will also explore the historic Bankot Fort and relax at the scenic Shrivardhan Beach. \nThis trip is perfect for nature lovers\, photographers\, families\, and weekend travellers looking for a meaningful eco-experience. \n⸻ \n? Trip Dates \n20- 22 March \nDeparture: Friday 10:00 PMArrival: Sunday ~8:00 PM \n⸻ \n? Departure & Pickup Points (Pune) \n? 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM pickups from: \n• Shivajinagar• Wakad \n11:30 PM – Exit Pune city and drive towards Tamhini Ghat \n⸻ \n? Trip Itinerary \nDay 1 – Saturday | Velas Turtle Hatchling Experience \n05:00 AM – Reach Velas & freshen up \n06:30 AM – Walk to the beach for Turtle Hatchling Release – Batch 1 ? \n08:00 AM – Return to homestay for breakfast \n09:00 AM – 01:00 PMRelax at the beach / beach games / explore the village \n01:00 PM – Lunch (Vegetarian) \n02:00 PM – Visit Bankot Fort \n04:00 PM – Tea & refreshments \n05:30 PM – Turtle Hatchling Release – Batch 2 ? \n07:00 PM – Return to homestay \n08:30 PM – Dinner (Pure Vegetarian) \nOvernight stay at Velas homestay \n⸻ \nDay 2 – Sunday | Coastal Exploration \n05:00 AM – Wake-up call \n06:30 AM – Beach visit for Turtle Hatchling Release – Batch 3 \n08:00 AM – Breakfast at homestay \n09:00 AM – Depart from Velas \n11:00 AM – Reach Shrivardhan Beach \nRelax on the beach or enjoy optional adventure rides like: \n• Banana Boat• Jet Ski \n⚠ These activities are self-sponsored and not included in the trip cost. \n12:30 PM – Traditional Coastal Maharashtrian Lunch (Veg / Non-Veg) \n02:30 PM – Depart for Pune \n08:00 PM – Expected arrival in Pune (±2 hrs) \n⸻ \n? Stay Details \nVelas is an eco-tourism village\, so hotel accommodations are not available. \nWe will stay in local village homestays with: \n• Shared rooms• Basic bedding with mattresses• Clean modern toilets• Authentic home-cooked Maharashtrian food \nThis experience allows travellers to support the local community and turtle conservation efforts. \n⸻ \n? Trip Cost \n₹3600 per person \nKids below 5 years – FreeFor seat in bus (2days) – ₹1200⸻ \n✅ Inclusions \n• Pune to Pune transport• Toll & parking• Homestay accommodation• Meals: \nDay 1 – Breakfast\, Lunch\, Tea\, DinnerDay 2 – Breakfast & Lunch \n• Boat charges• Trip manager & guides• First aid support• Visit to Bankot Fort• Visit to Shrivardhan Beach \n⸻ \n❌ Exclusions \n• Personal expenses• Beverages or snacks• Personal medication• Adventure rides at Shrivardhan beach \n⸻ \n⚠ Cancellation Policy \nNo refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of departure. \nSeat confirmation only after 50% advance payment. \n⸻ \n? Bookings & Enquiries \nOutdoor Ventures \n? Vibha+91 9960250894+91 9022391067 \n? outven7@gmail.com \nFollow us:Instagram: @outdoor__venturesFacebook: @outdoorventures7 URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/%f0%9f%90%a2-velas-turtle-festival-witness-natures-magical-moment/ LOCATION:Velas Beach\, Velas Beach ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Ventures":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T220000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060148Z CREATED:20260313T103205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060148Z UID:70902-1774044000-1774209600@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Guhagar Turtle Festival DESCRIPTION:Witness one of nature’s most magical moments — baby Olive Ridley turtles emerging from their nests and crawling toward the sea for the very first time. \nThe peaceful coastal town of Guhagar hosts the beautiful Guhagar Turtle Festival\, celebrating the conservation of endangered Olive Ridley Sea Turtle. \nDuring the nesting season\, hundreds of hatchlings break out of their shells and instinctively move toward the Arabian Sea\, creating a heart-warming spectacle for nature lovers. \nAlong with the turtle festival\, this trip also explores the hidden gems of the Konkan coast — ancient temples\, scenic beaches\, authentic Konkani culture\, and a thrilling crocodile safari. \nPerfect for nature lovers\, photographers\, wildlife enthusiasts\, and travellers looking for a meaningful eco-experience. \n⸻ \n? Trip Location \nGuhagarKonkan Coast\, Maharashtra \nDuration: 2 Nights | 2 Days \n⸻ \n? Trip Highlights \n• ? Witness baby turtles hatch and crawl toward the sea• ? Relax at the pristine Guhagar Beach• ? Visit the sacred Vyadeshwar Temple• ? Explore the serene Velneshwar Beach• ? Seek blessings at Hedvi Dashbhuja Ganpati Temple• ? Enjoy authentic Konkani home-cooked meals• ? Stay in a traditional Konkani homestay \n⸻ \n? Trip Cost \nPer Person (with transport): ₹4200⸻ \n? Travel \nPune to Pune AC Bus Journey \nComfortable overnight travel with multiple pickup points. \n⸻ \n? Stay \nAuthentic Konkani Homestay Experience \n• Shared accommodation• Comfortable bedding• Clean washrooms• Delicious home-cooked Konkani food \nExperience the true culture and hospitality of the Konkan region. \n⸻ \n? Detailed Itinerary \nDay 0 – Friday | Departure \n? 09:00 PM – Departure from Pune by AC Bus \nOvernight journey towards Guhagar \n⸻ \nDay 1 – Saturday | Turtle Festival & Konkan Exploration \n05:00 AM – Reach Guhagar Beach \n? Witness the magical moment of turtle hatchlings emerging and moving towards the sea \n09:00 AM – Traditional Maharashtrian breakfast at homestay \n11:00 AM – Visit Vyadeshwar Temple \n12:30 PM – Relax at Guhagar Beach \nExplore local markets for: \n• Konkani spices• Mango products• Handmade crafts \n02:30 PM – Authentic Konkani Lunch \n05:00 PM – Head to the beach for Turtle Festival activities \n• Turtle hatchling release• Conservation awareness sessions• Beach activities• Sunset views \n08:00 PM – Dinner at homestay \nOptional night walk on the beach ? \n⸻ \nDay 2 – Sunday | Beaches\, Temples & Return \n07:00 AM – Morning turtle hatchling viewing at beach \nLearn about turtle conservation efforts by local volunteers \nBreakfast at homestay \nVisit Velneshwar Beach \nLater visit Hedvi Dashbhuja Ganpati Temple \nExplore scenic Konkan coastline \n02:00 PM – Lunch \nStart return journey to Pune \n09:00 PM – Expected arrival in Pune (depending on traffic) \n⸻ \n? Meals Included \n• Breakfast• Lunch• Dinner (Day 1) \nAuthentic Konkani cuisine \n⸻ \n✅ Inclusions \n• Pune to Pune AC Bus Travel• Homestay Accommodation• Meals as mentioned• Turtle Festival Visit• Temple Visits• Local Exploration• Trip Leader / Tour Manager• First Aid Support \n⸻ \n❌ Exclusions \n• Personal expenses• Snacks & beverages• Adventure activities• Personal medication \n⸻ \n? Bookings & Enquiries? Vibha Bisht+91 9022391067 / 9960250894 \n? outven7@gmail.comInstagram: @outdoor__ventures URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/%f0%9f%90%a2-guhagar-turtle-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Guhagar Beach\, Guhagar Beach ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Ventures":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T230000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T040000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060145Z CREATED:20260301T011827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060145Z UID:70680-1774047600-1774065600@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Midnight Cycling in Mumbai by Mumbai Travel Club DESCRIPTION:Mumbai Midnight Cycling by Mumbai Travel Club \n?️ BOOK TICKETS: facebook.com/events/936859849000595/?event_time_id=936861795667067 URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/midnight-cycling-in-mumbai-by-mumbai-travel-club/ LOCATION:Mumbai\, Mumbai\, IN CATEGORIES:Mumbai Cycling ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mumbaihikers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-from-2026-03-20-10-12-53.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR