BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mumbai Hikers - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Mumbai Hikers 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/Dili BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0900 TZOFFSETTO:+0900 TZNAME:+09 DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261201T153000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261201T183000 DTSTAMP:20260524T112856Z CREATED:20260524T112856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T112856Z UID:88170-1796139000-1796149800@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Exploring Antarctica (From India) DESCRIPTION:Dates: 6th Nov \nExperience the magic of the Antarctic Peninsula\, home to dramatic ice formations and towering peaks. Enjoy guided Antarctica tours through icy waters\, spot humpback whales breaching in the distance\, and witness massive glaciers calving into the ocean. For the ultimate adventure\, consider kayaking in Antarctica\, camping on ice\, or even taking a polar plunge into the frigid Southern Ocean. \nDay 1: Reach Buenos Aires\, capital of Argentina.Rest to overcome the jet lag of long flight. \nDay 2:Take a flight to Puerto Iguazú. \nDay 3: Explore the gigantic Iguazu falls located at the junction of three countriesOvernight flight from Iguazú to Ushuaia \nDay 4: Reach Ushuaia & Rest \nDay 5:We start a cruise in the afternoon. In the evening we sail along the famous Beagle Channel and the scenic Mackinlay Pass. \nDay 6 and 7:We cross the Drake Passage. The first sightings of icebergs and snow-capped mountains indicate that we have reached the South Shetland Islands\, a group of twenty islands and islets. \n Day 8 to 11:We hope to navigate some of the most beautiful waterways (depending on the ice conditions): the Gerlache Strait\, the Neumayer Channel\, and the Lemaire Channel\, the latter are narrow passages between towering rock faces and spectacular glaciers. We plan to make at least two landings per day \nDay 12 & 13:We cross the Drake Channel (northbound) \nDay 14:We arrive at the port of Ushuaia in the early morning and disembark after breakfast. We can take an afternoon or evening flight to Buenos Aires. \nDay 15: Return flight from Buenos Aires to India \nFees: Rs.11\,50\,000 \nPayment Schedule:2L – for registration (non-refundable)5L – 90 days before trip (50% non-refundable)4.5L – 10 days before trip (50% non-refundable) \nIncludes: – Visa – 4 nights Hotel with breakfast – 9 nights cruise with all meals – 3 domestic flights as per itinerary – Travel in Argentina – Medical Evacuation Insurance (for cruise journey) – Travel Insurance in Argentina – Arrival and departure taxes\, port charges etc. – Shore excursions and activities during cruise journey – Entry charges at Iguazú – SIM card with data in Argentina \nExcludes – International flight from India to Argentina – Lunch & dinner on land (apart from cruise) – Any escalation in cost due to flight delays\, flight cancellations\, unforeseen incidents\, weather etc. – Gratuity and tips \nContactMr. Krishna Kuya – 9326393025 (WhatsApp)9820285295 (Gpay) URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/exploring-antarctica-from-india/ LOCATION:Primrose Rachana Garden\, Mulund West)\, Mumbai\, India 400082\, Maharashtra\, Primrose Rachana Garden\, Mulund West)\, Mumbai\, India 400082\, Maharashtra ORGANIZER;CN="DarkGreen Adventures":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261205T023000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261205T053000 DTSTAMP:20260524T112856Z CREATED:20260524T112856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T112856Z UID:88171-1796437800-1796448600@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Rann of Kutch Festival DESCRIPTION:“Kutch nahi dekha toh Kuch nahi dekha!” \nRann Utsav is a carnival of music and natural beauty of White Rann. Visiting on Full Moon Day is the most unique experience when the landscape is shimmering and feels Heaven on Earth. \nHighlights: – Walk on the white dessert – Stay in one of the traditional Bhungas or tents.(triple sharing basis) – Witness the Utsav\, one of the most profound celebrations of India. – Shop Kutch’s colorful handloom & handicraft – Traditional dinners\, folk music and live performances. – Camel ride in the desert – Dholavira – World Heritage site \nFriday late night23:45 – Board 22903 BDTS Bhuj SF Exp. \nSaturday\,10:30 – Reach Samakhiali station and proceed towards Dholavira (3hrs). 13:30 – Check in to your rooms and fresh up.14:30 – Have lunch and then explore the famous excavations of Harappan culture. You might also spot Chinkara\, Nilgai and flamingoes.18:00 – We can visit the sunset point of Dholavira20:00 – Dinner and campfire \nSunday\,09:30 – Proceed towards kalo dungar\, the highest point in Kutch region. Later we move towards the Rann of Kutch\, a fabulous natural wonder. This vast\, shining salt desert stretches for miles and comes to life during the Rann Utsav festival.Watch the sun descending and the changing color of the White Rann. Have fun watching live art performances. \nMonday\,Check out and move toward Bhuj city. We can do shopping in the markets of Bhuj before lunch.Board 22904 Bhuj BDTS SF Exp at 4pm. \nTuesday\, (Early morning)Reach Bandra by 5am \nFees – Rs.15\,999 per personFor booking you need to pay Rs.7999 non-refundable advance. Max 14 people in a batch \nInclusions: – Accommodation in Bungas (Traditional kutchi style house) on double sharing basis – 3 AC train tickets – All meals (except during train journey) – Sightseeing as per Itinerary – AC Vehicle for Sightseeing – All Permits \nExclusions: – Food during train journey – Personal Expenses like Camel ride\, Water bottles\, etc. – Anything not mentioned in the inclusions \nContact:Mr. Krishna Kuya – 9326393025 \nThings to be carried: – At least 1-liter personal water bottle (compulsory\, all time in your bag) – Clothing according to schedule and activities – We appreciate people carrying juice packets\, dry fruits\, energy bars etc. URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/rann-of-kutch-festival/ LOCATION:DarkGreen Adventures\, Bhandup\, Navi Mumbai (New Mumbai)\, 400042\, IN ORGANIZER;CN="DarkGreen Adventures":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261205T103000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261205T133000 DTSTAMP:20260524T112856Z CREATED:20260524T112856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T112856Z UID:88172-1796466600-1796477400@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Best of Egypt (9 days) DESCRIPTION:Dates: Nov to Feb \nEgypt is a country linking northeast Africa with the Middle East. It dates to the time of the pharaohs. Millennia-old monuments sit along the fertile Nile River Valley\, including Giza’s colossal Pyramids. \nDay 1\,Arrival at Cairo\, the capital city of Egypt. In the evening\, we will go for a walk in the downtown and taste local Egyptian food. \nDay 2\,In the morning\, we will travel to Dahsur Red Pyramid. We can go inside them.Later\, we will visit the Royal Museum of Egypt (it has actual mummies).In the evening\, we will visit the AL-Azhar Mosque and the Khan-E-Khalili market. \nDay 3\,In the morning\, we will go to the Giza Necropolis to see the Great Pyramids of Giza\, Sphynx and the Papyrus Institute.In the late afternoon\, we will travel to Alexandria. \nDay 4\,Alexandria sightseeing – Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa; ancient Roman theater etc. After lunch we will visit Bibliotheca\, which is the largest collection of ancient books and arts. Evening at the Citadel of Qaitbay. \nDay 5\,Travel to Siwa early in the morning. Rest in noon. In the afternoon we will go for the desert Safari. It will include a range of activities like driving over the sand dunes\, coffee in the vast sea of sand and then dinner/campfire below the stars. \nDay 6\,For sunrise we can go to the mountain of the dead (not scary).After breakfast\, we will have a relaxing time in the salt lakes of Siwa where you can float without any effort due to the high amount of salt.In the late afternoon\, visit the market of Siwa for shopping authentic local desert products.Then\, Overnight bus to Cairo. \nDay 7\,Morning flight from Cairo to Luxor – the sight of ancient ThebesWe explore the east bank – Karnak Temple\, – Luxor temple\, \nDay 8\,In the early morning\, we will go for the sunrise hour Hot Air Balloon ride.In the afternoon\, we will explore the west bank of Luxor – Valley of the Kings\, – Medinet Habu \nDay 9\,Take morning flight to Cairo. At Cairo\, you can board the return flight to India or spend another day in Cairo \nFees: Rs.84\,999 per person – Non-refundable advance: Rs.34\,999 – Remaining amount to be paid at least a week before the trip \nIncludes: – Visa cost – Local SIM card with data pack – Accommodation as per itinerary – Travel in bus\, cabs etc. as per itinerary – Breakfast & Lunch – Desert Safari at Siwa with dinner – Hot Air Balloon at Luxor – Entry charges at the sights mentioned in itinerary – Guides for Karnak temple\, Giza Pyramids\, Catacombs and Bibliotheca – DGA Goodies \nExcludes: – Flight tickets (expected 50k INR) – Tips etc. – Dinner (we will guide you) – Any activity or sights not mentioned in itinerary – Any escalation in cost due to delay/cancellation of flights/visa \nContact: Mr. Krishna Kuya9326393025 (Call\, WhatsApp) 9820285295 (Gpay\, Paytm) \nThings to be carried – Appropriate clothing and footwear for all days and activities – Passport and photocopy of passport – Universal Power Adapter – Some cash in USD is recommended – Sun protection (umbrella\, hat\, sunscreen) \nList of Recommended Flights:1. India to Cairo (reach Day 1 morning)2. Cairo to India (take-off on Day 9 noon or later)3. Cairo to Luxor on Day 7 morning 4. Luxor to Cairo on Day 9 morning URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/best-of-egypt-9-days/ LOCATION:DarkGreen Adventures\, Bhandup\, Navi Mumbai (New Mumbai)\, 400042\, IN ORGANIZER;CN="DarkGreen Adventures":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261211T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261211T200000 DTSTAMP:20260520T114318Z CREATED:20260520T114318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T114318Z UID:88037-1797008400-1797019200@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:पन्हाळगड ते पावनखिंड ऐतिहासीक मोहीम DESCRIPTION:� इतिहास चालत अनुभवायचा असेल तर…या रणभूमीवर एकदा पाऊल टाकायलाच हवं! \n� पन्हाळगड ते पावनखिंड �शौर्य\, त्याग आणि पराक्रमाची ऐतिहासिक पदभ्रमंती मोहीम! \nछत्रपती शिवाजी महाराजांच्या इतिहासातील सर्वात थरारक आणि प्रेरणादायी घटनांचा साक्षीदार होण्याची सुवर्णसंधी…वीर बाजीप्रभू देशपांडे\, शिवा काशीद आणि मावळ्यांच्या बलिदानाने पावन झालेल्या या ऐतिहासिक वाटेवर चला अनुभवूया स्वराज्याचा अभिमान! � \n� दिनांक: ११-१२ जुलै� प्रवास: कोल्हापूर • पुणे • मुंबई \n� मोहीमेमध्ये समाविष्ट:� प्रवास व्यवस्था� जेवण व्यवस्था� मुक्काम व्यवस्था� प्रथमोपचार सुविधा� अनुभवी ट्रेक लीडर व गाईड \n� धुक्याने भरलेले घाट\, इतिहासाची साक्ष देणाऱ्या वाटा आणि मावळ्यांच्या पराक्रमाची प्रेरणा…ही फक्त ट्रेक नाही\, तर स्वराज्य अनुभवण्याची एक अविस्मरणीय मोहीम आहे. � \n� संपर्क: ८७८८९६५८६८ / ७०५७९०००९१� Insta id: @firasti_adventures \n#पन्हाळगड_ते_पावनखिंड#शिवराय#बाजीप्रभूदेशपांडे#सह्याद्री#महाराष्ट्र_ट्रेकिंग URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/%e0%a4%aa%e0%a4%a8%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%b9%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b3%e0%a4%97%e0%a4%a1-%e0%a4%a4%e0%a5%87-%e0%a4%aa%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a4%a8%e0%a4%96%e0%a4%bf%e0%a4%82%e0%a4%a1-%e0%a4%90%e0%a4%a4%e0%a4%bf/ LOCATION:Online event ORGANIZER;CN="Firasti Adventures":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261212T213000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261214T003000 DTSTAMP:20260603T061345Z CREATED:20260603T061345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T061345Z UID:88231-1797111000-1797208200@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:Geminid Meteor Shower | Pune | Mumbai । 12th Dec 2026 DESCRIPTION:Watch Geminid Meteor Shower from Camping Site Near PuneEvent Dates: December 12-13\, 2026 \nLocation: Nisargshala Camping Site\, Near Pune \nExperience the magic of the Geminid Meteor Shower at the Nisargshala camping site\, near Pune! Join fellow stargazers for a special night under one of the best meteor showers of the year—at a campsite with zero light pollution. \nThis December\, experience the magical Geminid Meteor Shower 2026 under the pristine night sky. With the waning moon creating perfect dark-sky conditions\, you’ll get a spectacular view of meteors streaking across the heavens. Escape the city lights of Pune and Mumbai\, and join us at Nisargshala’s overnight stargazing camp for an unforgettable celestial adventure. \nWhy Join This Meteor Shower Camp?Best Meteor Viewing Conditions: Observe meteors in a pollution-free sky with minimal moonlightExpert Astronomy Guidance: Learn constellations\, planets\, and deep-sky objects with professional astronomy experts and high-quality telescopes.Comfortable Camping: Enjoy tent stays amidst nature with clean facilities and a safe environment.Engaging Activities: Laser-guided night sky tour\, Telescopic observations\, Astronomy discussions\, Meteor counting sessionsNature Escape: Reconnect with nature away from Pune and Mumbai’s hustle\, surrounded by forests and hills.Camp ItineraryDay 1 : \n04:00 PM – Check-in and campsite orientation05:30 PM – Evening tea & snacks06:30 PM – Stargazing session and sky orientation09:00 PM – Veg Dinner under the stars10:00 PM – Meteor shower observation and guided discussionsOvernight: Tent stayDay 2 : \n05:00 AM – Early morning meteor viewing08:30 AM – Breakfast09:00 AM – Nature walk & reflection session10:30 AM – Check-outCamp Fees10 yrs and above 10 yrs : ₹2\,500 per personBelow 9 yrs: ₹1\,500 per childBelow 4 yrs: ₹200 per childIncludes: Tent stay\, astronomy sessions\, guided sky tour\, tea/snacks\, dinner\, and breakfast. URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/geminid-meteor-shower-pune-mumbai-%e0%a5%a4-12th-dec-2026/ LOCATION:Nisargshala\, Nisargshala Velhe MH\, India\, Pune\, 412212\, IN ORGANIZER;CN="Nisargshala":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dili:20261231T193000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dili:20270101T133000 DTSTAMP:20260524T112857Z CREATED:20260524T112857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T112857Z UID:88173-1798745400-1798810200@mumbaihikers.org SUMMARY:New Year 2027 Camping | 31st Night Celebration DESCRIPTION:🎉 Nomads Presents: New Year 2026 Camping | 31st Night Celebration 🎉✨ Welcome the New Year under a sky full of stars! ✨ \nGet ready for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve as Nomads invites you to a magical night of camping\, music\, bonfire & celebrations at Bhandardara—one of Maharashtra’s most scenic lakeside destinations.Whether you’re looking to escape the city crowds\, meet new travel lovers\, or simply celebrate the 31st night in nature\, this trip has everything your heart desires! \n🌟 Event Highlights \n✔️ Lakeside camping ✔️ Music & New Year vibes✔️ Warm & lively bonfire sessions✔️ Group games and fun activities✔️ Unlimited dinner + BBQ + snacks✔️ Fireworks (as per regulation)✔️ Stargazing and peaceful lakeside sunrise✔️ Meet fun-loving travelers & make unforgettable memories \n📅 Date: 31st December 2025 – 1st January 2026📍 Location: Nomads Camping Grounds Lakeside\, Maharashtra🕒 Reporting Time: Afternoon on 31st Dec \n🎊 Why Celebrate New Year with Nomads? \nNomads brings together adventure seekers\, travel enthusiasts and nature lovers for a safe\, friendly and festive New Year experience. Expect good vibes\, great music\, and a beautiful start to 2026! \n🎒 Inclusions \nEvening tea & snacks \nVeg/Non-veg BBQ \nDelicious unlimited dinner \nMidnight celebrations \nBreakfast on 1st Jan \nTents\, bedding & camping gear \nOrganizer support & safety assistance \n🤩 Perfect For \nSolo travelers • Friends groups • Couples • Adventure lovers • Nature enthusiasts • Anyone who wants a unique New Year celebration! \n🚌 Travel Options \nSelf-drive or group transport options available (details on request). \n🔥 Limited Slots! \nBook your spot before it fills up.Let’s welcome 2026 at Bhandardara the Nomads way—under the stars\, by the lake\, with amazing people! \n👉 For Registrations & Details:Message us on Facebook / WhatsApp / Instagram📞 Contact Number – 9773331193 URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/new-year-2027-camping-31st-night-celebration/ LOCATION:Nomads Camping Grounds Bhandardara\, Nomads Camping Grounds Bhandardara ORGANIZER;CN="Nomads":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR