BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mumbai Hikers - ECPv6.17.0//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: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:20260321T200000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T194500 DTSTAMP:20260409T060145Z CREATED:20260301T011830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060145Z UID:70684-1774123200-1774208700@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=4282307468751173 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:20260321T213000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T223000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060148Z CREATED:20260313T103211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060148Z UID:70909-1774128600-1774132200@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:MAHA_Uniscape DESCRIPTION:Translate to english ? *महा-युनिस्केप २०२६ – १.० (१२ महिने – १२ गड)* *संकल्पना:* भारताचा युनेस्को नामांकित ‘मराठा लष्करी भूप्रदेश” *दुर्ग क्रमांक : ३* सुवर्णदुर्ग (सागरी किल्ला) *दिनांक : २२ मार्च २०२६ – रविवार* *स्थान:* हर्णे (दापोली)\, रत्नागिरी. सहलीची रूपरेषा : प्रवासाचा मार्ग आणि अंदाजे वेळ : • पुणे – दापोली प्रवास : २१/३/२०२६ – शनिवार रात्री ९ वाजता पुण्यातून ( विश्रांतवाडी) प्रस्थान o संचेती – डेक्कन – राजाराम पूल – लोकमत ऑफिस (सिंहगड रोड ) – चांदणी चौक – ताम्हिणी मार्गे – दापोली येथे आगमन • मुंबई /ठाणे – दापोली प्रवास : २१/३/२०२६ – शनिवार रात्री ९ वाजता मुंबईतून ( कांदिवली ) प्रस्थान o कांदिवली – घोडबंदर रोड/पवई मार्गे – कॅडबरी जंक्शन – कळवा / मुलुंड चेक नाका (हायवे) – ऐरोली – पनवेल मार्गे दापोली येथे आगमन • दापोली बस स्टॅन्ड वर दोन्ही टीम एकत्र येऊन हर्णे येथील होमस्टे कडे प्रस्थान करतील (अंदाजे ४ ते ५ वाजेपर्यंत) • हर्णे होमस्टे येथे आगमन आणि विश्रांती (सामायिक रूम्स मध्ये) – ६:३० वाजेपर्यंत • ६:३० ते ७:३० फ्रेश होणे आणि चहा -नाश्ता पूर्ण करणे. • ७:३० ते ८:०० ओळखसत्र आणि सामानाची आवराआवर करणे • ८:०० हर्णे बंदराकडे प्रस्थान • ८:३० ते ९:०० बोटीने सुवर्णदुर्ग पर्यंतचा प्रवास • ९:०० ते ११:३० पर्यंत सुवर्णदुर्ग हेरिटेज वॉक • ११:३० पर्यंत किनाऱ्याकडे प्रवास सुरु • १२:०० ते १२:३० पर्यंत कनकदुर्ग आणि १२:४५ ते १:३० पर्यंत गोवा /हर्णे दुर्ग वॉक • २ ते ३:३० दरम्यान दुपारचे जेवण\, थोडी विश्रांती • ३:३० वाजेपर्यंत हर्णे येथून प्रस्थान • ९ ते १० वाजेपर्यंत पुणे – मुंबई मध्येआगमन अपेक्षित • नोंद : प्रवासाचे अंतर आणि वेळ अगदी कट टू कट असल्याने प्रवास सुलभ व्हावा यासाठी सर्वांनी वेळेचे बंधन पाळणे अत्यंत आवश्यक आहे \n? MAHA-Uniscape 2026 – 1.0 (12 Months – 12 Forts)Concept: India’s UNESCO-Nominated “Maratha Military Landscapes”Fort No.: 3 – Suvarnadurg (Sea Fort)Date: 22 March 2026 – SundayLocation: Harnai (Dapoli)\, Ratnagiri \nTrip Outline \nTravel Route and Tentative Schedule \n• Pune – Dapoli Journey:Departure from Pune (Vishrantwadi) at 9:00 PM on Saturday\, 21 March 2026Route:Sancheti – Deccan – Rajaram Bridge – Lokmat Office (Sinhagad Road) – Chandani Chowk – via Tamhini – Arrival at Dapoli \n• Mumbai / Thane – Dapoli Journey:Departure from Mumbai (Kandivali) at 9:00 PM on Saturday\, 21 March 2026Route:Kandivali – via Ghodbunder Road / Powai – Cadbury Junction – Kalwa / Mulund Check Naka (Highway) – Airoli – Panvel – Arrival at Dapoli \n• Both teams will assemble at Dapoli Bus Stand and proceed to the homestay at Harnai (expected arrival between 4:00 – 5:00 AM). \nDay Schedule \n• Arrival at Harnai Homestay and rest (shared rooms) – until 6:30 AM• 6:30 – 7:30 AM: Freshen up and tea / breakfast• 7:30 – 8:00 AM: Introduction session and packing up belongings• 8:00 AM: Departure for Harnai Port• 8:30 – 9:00 AM: Boat ride to Suvarnadurg Fort• 9:00 – 11:30 AM: Suvarnadurg Heritage Walk• 11:30 AM: Start return journey toward the shore• 12:00 – 12:30 PM: Kanakdurg Fort Walk• 12:45 – 1:30 PM: Goa / Harnai Fort Walk• 2:00 – 3:30 PM: Lunch and short rest• 3:30 PM: Departure from Harnai• Expected arrival in Pune / Mumbai: 9:00 – 10:00 PM \nNote \nSince the travel distances are long and the schedule is tightly planned\, it is extremely important for everyone to strictly adhere to the timings to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey. ? URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/maha_uniscape-2026-fort-no-3-suvarndurg-heritage-tour/ LOCATION:Pune Vishrantwadi\, Pune Vishrantwadi CATEGORIES:Tours END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR