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SUMMARY:Fireflies Special Trek to Rajmachi - 10 June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Event Name:- Fireflies Special Trek to Rajmachi \nTotal Seats:- 20Grade: EasyHeight:- 2700 ftCost – 1450/- Per person \nAbout Fireflies:Fireflies or lightning bugs make light within their bodies. This process is called bioluminescence and is shared by many other organisms\, mostly sea-living or marine organisms. Fireflies light up to attract a mate. To do this\, the fireflies contain specialized cells in their abdomen that make light. Silvery waterfalls\, streams\, lush green forests and meadows\, in the thick of all this is a spectacle of Magical Fireflies in the most luminous way! Leave behind the city chaos and lose yourself to the mountains by spending some fun time with the glowing fireflies. \nAbout Rajmachi:-Rajmachi (Udhewadi) is a small village in the rugged mountains of Sahyadri in Maharashtra. The fortification at Rajmachi consists of two forts\, namely Shrivardhan Fort and Manaranjan Fort. Rajmachi Fort is a popular trekking destination. It is a very famous fort located near famous hill stations of Maharashtra\, Lonavala and Khandala. Historically\, Rajmachi fort was a strategic fort to control Borghat (ghat between Khopoli and Khandala on Mumbai-Pune route) which was a historical trade route. The fort played a strategic role in the First Anglo-Maratha War. Rajmachi Fort has been declared as a protected monument. \nRajmachi Fireflies Festival 2023 \nDay 1: SaturdayMeeting Point – Lonavala Railway station Platform No. 1 near ticket counter i.e Exit GateMumbai People – Please catch 11019 – Konark ExpressPune People – Please catch 03.00 pm Pune-Lonavala local. \nTrain Details from Mumbai \nCSMT – Konark Express (11019)Mumbai Cst (CSTM) – 2:00 pmDadar (DR) – 2:12 pmThane (TNA) – 2:33 pmKalyan Junction(KYN) – 2:55 pmLonavala (LNL) – 4:30 pm \nPune-Lonavala local timetable03.00 pm – Pune Staion03.05 pm – Shivaji Nagar03:20 pm – Pimpri03.24 pm – Chinchwad03.45 pm – Talegaon04.20 pm – Lonavala \n04.30 pm Meet Leader at Lonavala Station  04.45 pm – Move to Rajmachi fireflies festival Village08.00 pm – Reach Rajmachi fireflies festival and freshen up.Enjoy Fireflies in the Jungle till dinner time.08.30 pm – Dinner.Post Dinner again night walk for Fireflies 10.30 pm – Retire for the day \nDay 2: Sunday06:00 am Wake up call and freshen up.06:30 am Trek to Shrivardhan Fort.09:00 am Back to base village and enjoy breakfast.10.00 am Start our Return Journey Back to Lonavala by Local Transport12:30 pm Reach Lonavala and catch train04:00 pm Reach Mumbai/Pune \nCost Includes:-Transport from Lonavala Rajmachi Base and Back by Pvt vehicle.Home OR Tent StayDay 1 Dinner\, Day 2 BreakfastEntry fee.Expertise Charges \nExcludes:Train Tickets From Mumbai/Pune to Lonavala.Mineral water and other Drinks (Soft)Any kind of insurance.Anything other than above-mentioned inclusions. \nThing to carry:– Extra pair of clothes– Sweater/Extra Blanket (We promise it would be cold at night.)– Torch with extra batteries.– Photo ID card.(must)– Some ready to eat food (plum cakes\, biscuits)– Drinking water– Rucksack to carry all things. ( No handbags/jholas)– Sports Shoes/Trekking Shoes (Compulsory)– Camera (Optional) \nPayment DetailsName of the Account: Vinay k GuptaA/c # 319102010805655 (saving)IFSC code :ubin0535826Bank Name : Union Bank of IndiaBank Address: Princess street Branch\, Mumbai. \nCall Vinay:- 9004675388 \nWhatsapp: https://wa.me/919004675388 \nOnce amount is transferred please send the transaction id/details via email/Whatsapp. \nIf call goes unattended drop a msg alone with your name and event we will get back to you. \nRegistration will be accepted ONLY through Phone Call/SMS or WhatsApp \nRules :– Camp leader’s decision will be final and binding.– Adventure Geek reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice.– Please do not carry or wear any valuables\, ornaments\, jewellery\, etc. If carried\, then we Do Not take any liability for the same.– The campsite has a strict NO Smoking/Drug/Alcohol Policy.– All timings mentioned above are tentative. \nCancellation and Refund applicable on the whole tour cost :• If cancellation done prior to 6 days of outing 75% will be refunded.• If done prior to 3 days of outing 50% will be refunded• After that no refund will be provided. \nHappy Camping\,Adventure Geek#camping #camp #Fireflies #rajmachi #Lonavala #weekend#event #trek \nfacebook.com/events/1298728400723673/
URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/fireflies-special-trek-to-rajmachi-4/
LOCATION:Lonavala Hill Station\, Lonavala Hill Station
CATEGORIES:Fireflies Festival,Trekking
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Geek - Explore the Unexplored":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:Fireflies Season Rajmachi Trek with Homestay - 10 June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Experience Fireflies along with hiking to the twin forts at Rajmachi. We travel from Lonavla/ Khopoli to Rajmachi. Once we reach Rajmachi\, embark on a hike towards Rajmachi Lake and Godhaneshwar Temple. This time\, you’ll have the chance to witness the mesmerising display of fireflies during the night. It’s a truly enchanting experience to see these tiny creatures light up the surroundings. We will stay at a villager’s house for a homestay experience. Enjoy the warm hospitality and relish homemade local food. \nThe next day we set out to hike the twin forts of Shrivardhan and Manaranjan. These forts offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Explore the historical structures\, enjoy the trekking experience\, and soak in the natural beauty of the region. \nHighlights: \nFireflies sighting \nHomestay at Rajmachi \nLocal homemade cuisine. \nHike to Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts. \nItinerary from Mumbai: \nDay 1 \nReporting at Khopoli Railway Station – 02:45PM (Board 12:20PM Khopoli Fast Local from CSMT) \nFor Pune Participants: Reporting at Lonavla Railway Station – 04:30PM \nTravel by hired jeep from Khopoli to Lonavla – 45 minutes. \nSnacks break (at your own expense) \nTravel by hired jeep from Lonavla to Rajmachi –  1 ½ hours. \nEvent Briefing & Introduction – 15 min. \nHike to the interiors to witness the fireflies – 2 hours. \nDinner Break – 1 hour \nHomestay at Villager’s house. \nBedtime \nDay 2: \nWake-up Call – 05:00AM \nHike to the twin forts Shrivardhan and Manaranjan – 3 hours. \nFresh up & Breakfast – 1 hour. \nReturn journey to Khopoli Railway station – 2 hours. \nItinerary from Pune: \nDay 1 \nReporting at Lonavla Railway Station – 04:30PM \nTravel by hired jeep from Lonavla Railway station to Rajmachi –  1 ½ hours. \nEvent Briefing & Introduction – 15 min. \nHike to the interiors to witness the fireflies – 2 hours. \nDinner Break – 1 hour \nHomestay at Villager’s house. \nBedtime \nDay 2: \nWake-up Call – 06:00AM \nHike to the twin forts Shrivardhan and Manaranjan – 3 hours. \nFresh up & Breakfast – 1 hour. \nReturn journey to Lonavla Railway station – 1 ½  hours. \nHow to Reach \nFrom Mumbai: \nBy train – Board 12:20PM Khopoli Fast Local from CSMT \nFrom Pune: \nBy train – Board the 03:00PM Pune to Lonavla local train. \nFor Mumbai: ₹1600 \nIncluded \n✔ Transport by hired vehicle from Khopoli Railway Station \n✔ Veg Dinner on DAY 1 \n✔ Breakfast on DAY 2 \n✔ Homestay on sharing basis \n✔ Forest entry fee \nExcluded \n✘ Travel to Lonavla \n✘ Any personal expenses \nFor Pune: ₹1400 \nIncluded \n✔ Transport by hired vehicle from Lonavla \n✔ Veg Dinner on DAY 1 \n✔ Breakfast on DAY 2 \n✔ Homestay on sharing basis \n✔ Forest entry fee \nExcluded \n✘ Travel to Lonavla \n✘ Any personal expenses \nHow to Register: \nStep -1: Book your seat through online payment on our website (UPI/ NEFT details available on Manual Payment Mode). \nStep-2: Fill up the Mandatory participation disclaimer form\, which will be sent after payment confirmation. \nStep -3: We will create a WhatsApp group of the registered participants in the morning on the day of the event departure for coordination. \nfacebook.com/events/716603960474477/
URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/fireflies-season-rajmachi-trek-with-homestay/
LOCATION:Rajmachi – 22 June 2022
CATEGORIES:Fireflies Festival,Trekking
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SUMMARY:Fireflies Special - Rajmachi Night trek and camping - 10 June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Elite Adventures Club presents  \nFIREFLIES SPECIAL – RAJMACHI FOREST TREK & CAMPING! \nBatches:-B1 – 27th MayB2 – 03rd JuneB3 – 10th JuneB4 – 17th June \nCost – ₹1349 from Pune(including private travel\, Tent stay\, food\, Trek Expertise\, Forest Entry\, First Aid) \nLimited seats available \nSwarup 7875621273Soham 7821011415 \n#trek #trekking #weekend #nature #naturelover #hiking #hikinglover #mountains #adventure #adventuretime #travel #weekendfun #incredibleindia #inspiretravel #trekkingtime #travelvsn #firelies #Rajmachi #treklover #summertrek #weekend #maharashtra #hikingadventure #jungle #fireflies \nfacebook.com/events/184087301256827/
URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/fireflies-special-rajmachi-night-trek-and-camping-3/
LOCATION:Rajmachi Fort – 20 June 2022\, RAJMACHI Fort\, Pune\, IN
CATEGORIES:Fireflies Festival,Trekking
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SUMMARY:Rajmachi Firefly Trek | Mumbai Mountain Hikers. - 10 June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Rajmachi Firefly Trek | Mumbai Mountain Hikers. \nRajmachi one of the place where we easily spot Firefly. Every year before monsoon we celebrate firefly festival. End of May and start of June fire fly are started to visible. There some location in Maharshtra Firefly are spotted and huge amount of people use to go for Firefly. Fire Fly belong to the Lampyridae family of insects. They have soft body. The female fly attract to Male fly for matting that is why they produce light. \nRajmachi Fort was a strategic fort which was made in 17th century by CHHATRPATI SHIVAJI MAHAJ. The height of the is about 2750 feet. Rajmachi has one of the most Ariel view from the top. Waterfall\, Dam and green valley are sounded near the Rajmachi. There are two fort names is Manaranjan Fort The west part of the Rajmachi fortification is Manranjan Fort near the Rajmachi village. It was built to keep a watch on the plateau below the Manranjan hills.and other is The fort is in the eastern parts of Rajmachi town\, Shrivardhan Fort is an ancient fort\, which is closely associated with the Maratha rulers. The fort’s construction reflects Maratha style of architecture and the grand entrance of the Shrivardhan Fort is in semicircular shape. The fort covers charming Buddhist caves.The fort played a strategic role in the First Anglo-Maratha War. Rajmachi Fort has been declared as a protected monument. \nSome Information of Rajmachi·       Category: Firefly & Trek·       Grad: Easy·       Endurance: Easy·       Height: 2710 feet·       Location: LonavalaRajmachi Firefly Trek | Mumbai Mountain Hikers. \nRajmachi one of the place where we easily spot Firefly. Every year before monsoon we celebrate firefly festival. End of May and start of June fire fly are started to visible. There some location in Maharshtra Firefly are spotted and huge amount of people use to go for Firefly. Fire Fly belong to the Lampyridae family of insects. They have soft body. The female fly attract to Male fly for matting that is why they produce light. \nRajmachi Fort was a strategic fort which was made in 17th century by CHHATRPATI SHIVAJI MAHAJ. The height of the is about 2750 feet. Rajmachi has one of the most Ariel view from the top. Waterfall\, Dam and green valley are sounded near the Rajmachi. There are two fort names is Manaranjan Fort The west part of the Rajmachi fortification is Manranjan Fort near the Rajmachi village. It was built to keep a watch on the plateau below the Manranjan hills.and other is The fort is in the eastern parts of Rajmachi town\, Shrivardhan Fort is an ancient fort\, which is closely associated with the Maratha rulers. The fort’s construction reflects Maratha style of architecture and the grand entrance of the Shrivardhan Fort is in semicircular shape. The fort covers charming Buddhist caves.The fort played a strategic role in the First Anglo-Maratha War. Rajmachi Fort has been declared as a protected monument. \nSome Information of Rajmachi·       Category: Firefly & Trek·       Grad: Easy·       Endurance: Easy·       Height: 2710 feet·       Location: Lonavala \nHighlight:·       Aerial View From The Top·       Kataldhar Water Fall View·       Ancient Shiva Temple Near Udaysagar Lake·       Kalbharaiv temple at the base of Manranjan and Shrivardhan Fort·       Cave curve in rock·       Fort in ruin condition build.       Fee: 1000/- \nHighlight:·       Aerial View From The Top·       Kataldhar Water Fall View·       Ancient Shiva Temple Near Udaysagar Lake·       Kalbharaiv temple at the base of Manranjan and Shrivardhan Fort·       Cave curve in rock·       Fort in ruin condition build \nRegistration:Mumbai Mountain HikersCall/Whatsapp: 8108408191Email:mumbaimountainhikers@gmail.com \nmumbaimountainhikers.com/tours/rajmachi-firefly-trek-125633 \nfacebook.com/events/6595964557103000/
URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/rajmachi-firefly-trek-mumbai-mountain-hikers-5/
LOCATION:Lonaval\, Lonaval
CATEGORIES:Trekking
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SUMMARY:Rajmachi Fireflies Trek - 10 June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Rajmachi Fort (Killa) is one of the many historical forts in the rugged hills of Sahyadri mountains (Western Ghats). It consists of two twin forts  Shriwardhan and Manaranjan\, with a wide machi (plateau) surrounding the two Balekillas. Udhewadi is a small village of about 60 households (as per 2011 census report) situated on the machi\, at the southern foot of Manaranjan Balekilla of Rajmachi Fort. \nITINERARY \nDay one : 10th June 23 \n7:13 AM  DADAR (DECCAN EXPRESS (11007) \n7:55 AM  KALYAN JN (DECCAN EXPRESS (11007) \n9:38 AM  LONAVALA (DECCAN EXPRESS (11007) \n10:00 AM  Meet at Lonawala station ticket counter \n10:30 AM  Leave for Udhewadi village. \n11:30 AM  Reach Udhewadi village. \n12:30 PM  Lunch and rest \n2:30 PM  Ascending towards Shrivardhan fort. \n4:00 PM  Reach at Shrivardhan and explore \n8:30 PM  Dinner & Camp fire \n10:30 PM  Night walk for watching Fireflies. \n12:00 AM  Good Night \nDay two : 11th June 23 \n7:00 AM  Wakeup call fresh up \n8:00 AM  Start ascending Manoranjan Fort \n9:30 AM  Start descending to Manoranjan Fort  \n9:00 AM  Breakfast and visit rajmachi lake \n12:30 PM  Lunch and rest \n2:00 PM  leave for Lonavala \n4:16 PM  LONAVALA (DECCAN EXPRESS (11007) \n6:38: PM  DADAR (DECCAN EXPRESS (11007) \nTrek contribution: Rs 1550/- \nIncludes: \nTrain Travel from Dadar to Lonavala and back \nJeep Travel from Lonavala to Udhevadi and back \n2 Veg meals & one nonveg meal \n2 Veg breakfasts \nFort entry and expertise charges \nExclusion: \nItem/event not mentioned in the inclusion list \nPersonal expenses\, additional meal & Breakfast \nCost of Emergency medical evacuations if any \nNote: \nAdvance Rs 200 to be paid for Train reservations on or before 27th May 23 (Nonrefundable and Path explorer will not take a guarantee of train reservations) \nBalance payment to be made on or before 3rd June 23 \nCancellation  policy: \n•No refund after 4th June 23 \n•No show no refund. \nThings you need to carry / Follow \nWear good trekking shoe and Carry extra Sandals \nPlease carry personal First Aid and Medicine \nTorch with new batteries -compulsory \nSleeping Mat/ Bag & Blanket \nSome ready to eat food. Plum cakes\, Biscuits etc. \nMinimum two pair of  cloths & Jacket for winter season \nWater (at least 2 -3 Liters) \nCarry alternate phone & power bank for charging \nPrecaution and Safety \nKindly carry dry bag for clothes\, wallet\, camera\, phone\, \nWear full sleeves / cap / full pants / dark color clothes \nUse Odmos or other repellents to keep mosquitoes away \nInform Family / Friends about trek details and carry Identity proof \nPlease avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry \nAvoid taking selfies near risky places & listening to music on earphones or speakers \nTrek Rules: \nSmoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited. \nDon’t take any shortcuts since that may cause you & others lot of trouble \nStrictly prohibited: littering  plastic / inorganic waste (e.g.bottles\, wrappers) in nature during the trek activity.  \nListen to Trek leader and always stay in group\, Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding. \nTelephonic confirmation is mandatory\, if unable to contact send us a text message. \n“Path Explorers” reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. \nEach trek teaches oneself how to appreciate the beauty of nature\, how to get adjusted with the situation\, Challenges and the importance of planning & organizing the things \nContact us on \nPath Explorers \nPratiksha Kumkar –9970024800 \nMahesh Shimpi    –8329935985 \nfacebook.com/events/1031325314943620/
URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/rajmachi-fireflies-trek/
LOCATION:Rajmachi – 22 June 2022
CATEGORIES:Fireflies Festival,Trekking
ORGANIZER;CN="Path Explorer's":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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