BHANDARDARA Fireflies Camping 2025

"Experience the Magical Fireflies of Bhandardara - A Dreamlike Escape into Nature"

Event Name: Bhandardara Fireflies Camping 2025
Event Dates: 10 May 2025
17 May 2025
24 May 2025
31 May 2025
07 Jun 2025
Location Bhandardara
Height 2400 feet approx
Duration 1 night and 1 day
Event Highlights
  • Located in the most beautiful part of Bhandardara
  • Camping tents with camping mat (Double)
  • Board games are available at Bhandardara Lake View Camping
  • Common washrooms
  • Lake view

Event Details

Imagine a night where the stars descend from the skies and dance around you—welcome to *Fireflies Bhandardara*, where nature puts on its most enchanting show. As dusk settles over the tranquil blue-green waters of Bhandardara Lake, a million fireflies light up the lush green landscape like nature's own fairy lights.

Set up camp by the serene Arthur Lake and witness the hills come alive with shimmering dots of golden light. This isn't just a camping trip—it's a surreal experience that feels straight out of a dream. The stillness of the lake, the whispering breeze, and the rhythmic flicker of countless fireflies create a spellbinding atmosphere you won't forget.

The magic happens just once a year. During the pre-monsoon months of May and June, fireflies emerge in full force for their brief yet beautiful mating season. For a few precious weekends, you get to step away from the chaos of city life and step into a glowing wonderland of nature.

**Firefly Weekend Camping** at Bhandardara is a limited-time spectacle—lasting only until the monsoon begins. So, if you're looking for a peaceful, picture-perfect getaway filled with awe and wonder, now is the time to book your spot.

Don't just dream of magic—*live it* under the starry sky, among the twinkling fireflies of Bhandardara.

Fireflies Festival Information

Pre-monsoon is the perfect time for the fireflies mating and you can see the millions of fireflies fluttering about in the dismal environment. They are called by different names in English it is called Fireflies, In Marathi Kajawa and in Hindi it is called Jugnoo. The flashes of fireflies on a warm summer night remind many of us of our carefree childhood sense of wonder. With firefly season almost upon us, their enchanting light displays will soon spark our curiosity and capture our imaginations.

There are about 2,000 firefly species and still much unknown information and riddles from our professionals to be covered.

  • Fireflies belong to the beetle order; they are not flies.
  • They complete their cycle of life and die before the monsoon begins.
  • Fireflies are among the many species that are bioluminescent, meaning that they can produce their own light.
  • Male fireflies focus on finding a mate.
  • Female fireflies sit immobile and only flash back when they see a male firefly with a particularly impressive display.
Plan A - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping without transport
  • Bhandardara firefly festival camping price Child - Age 4 to 9 Years - Rs. 1299 per person
  • Bhandardara firefly festival camping price Adult - Age 10 years and above - Rs. 1549 per person
Plan B - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping with transport - Kasara to Kasara
  • Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 1699/- (per person)
  • Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 2099/- (per person)
Plan C - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping From Mumbai - Ac bus
  • Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 3199/- (per person)
  • Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 3699/- (per person)
Plan D - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping From Pune - Non-ac bus
  • Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 2699/- (per person)
  • Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 3299/- (per person)

ITINERARY


Plan A - With Transportation (Kasara to Kasara)

Day 1 Saturday
  • Train Time Table
  • Catch CSMT - Kasara local
  • CSMT - 12.30 pm
  • Byculla - 12.37 pm
  • Dadar - 12.43 pm
  • Kurla - 12.50 pm
  • Ghatkopar - 12.54 pm
  • Mulund - 01.06 pm
  • Thane - 01.12 pm
  • Dombivli - 01.28 pm
  • Kalyan - 01.37 pm
  • Kasara - 02.47 pm
  • 03.00 pm - Meet the team at Kasara station & start move towards campsite.
  • 05.00 pm to 06.00 pm - Get Relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea
  • 06.00 pm to 07.00 pm - Fun activities
  • 07.30 pm to 08.30 pm - BBQ Time
  • 08.30 pm to 10.00 pm - Dinner Time
  • 10.30 pm - Depart for Fireflies Forest
  • 12.00 am - Back to Campsite
Day 2 Sunday
  • 07.00 am - Wake up and freshen up
  • 08.00 am to 09.00 am - Breakfast Time
  • 10.00 am - Checkout and move towards Kasara Station
  • 12.00 pm - Disperse at Kasara railway station

Plan B Without Transportation (Reach the Campsite by Own)

Day 1 Saturday
  • 04:00 pm - Arrive at the campsite. Tent allotment & check-in formality
  • 04:30 pm to 06:00 pm - Get relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea
  • 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm - Fun activities
  • 07:30 pm to 08:30 pm - BBQ Time
  • 08:30 pm to 10:00 pm - Dinner Time
  • 10:30 pm - Depart for Fireflies Forest
  • 12:00 am - Back to Campsite
Day 2 - Sunday
  • 08:00 am - Get fresh
  • 09:00 am to 10:00 am - Breakfast
  • 10:00 am - Checkout

Plan C (Mumbai to Mumbai by Ac bus)

Day 1 - Saturday - Kajwa Mahotsav Bhandardara
  • 08:00 am - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate.
  • 08:00 am - Leave for the camping.
  • 08:30 am - Pick up at Andheri WEH.
  • 08:45 am - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on the highway), Bandra.
  • 09:00 am - Pick up at Sion station circle.
  • 09:15 am - Amar Mahal, Ghatkopar.
  • 09:30 am - Pick up at Teen Hath Naka, Thane.
  • 10:15 am - Pick up at Kalyan Bypass, Kalyan.
  • (Will halt for lunch on the way, lunch will be on your own cost)
  • 03:00 pm - Arrive at the campsite. Tent allotment & check-in formality.
  • 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm - Get relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea (High Tea Timings 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm).
  • 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm - Fun activities.
  • 07:30 pm to 08:30 pm - BBQ Time.
  • 08:30 pm to 10:00 pm - Dinner Time.
  • 10:30 pm - Depart for Fireflies Forest.
  • 12:00 am - Back to Campsite.
Day 2 - Sunday - Kajwa Mahotsav Bhandardara
  • 08:00 am - Get fresh.
  • 09:00 am to 10:00 am - Breakfast
  • 10:00 am - Checkout and Start return journey.
  • 04:00 pm - Approx. arrival at Borivali.

Plan D (Pune to Pune by non-Ac bus)

Day 1 - Saturday - Fireflies Bhandardara camping
  • 08:45 am - Meet us at McDonald's, Deccan. (Google Maps)
  • 09:00 am - Move towards the base village.
  • 09:20 am - Pick up at New Shivaji Nagar bus stop. (Google Maps)
  • 09:40 am - Pick up at Nashik Phata. (Google Maps)
  • Lunch is on the way. (by your own)
  • 04:30 pm - Arrive at the campsite. Tent allotment & check-in formality.
  • 04:30 pm to 06:00 pm - Get relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea.
  • 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm - Fun activities.
  • 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm - Music.
  • 09:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Dinner Time.
  • 10:30 pm - Depart for fireflies forest.
  • 12:00 am - Back to Campsite.
Day 2 - Sunday - Kajwa Mahotsav Bhandardara
  • 08:00 am - Get fresh.
  • 09:00 am to 10:00 am - Breakfast
  • 10:00 am - Checkout and Start return journey.
  • 04:00 pm - Approx. arrival at Pune.

What is included

  • Accommodation in Tents on Multiple Sharing basis. (Double)
  • Veg / Non Veg Meals during the camping
  • Hi-tea with snacks
  • Dinner - Roti, Rice, 1 subzi gravy, 1 dal, 1 Chicken Gravy, salad, achar, dessert
  • Breakfast - Tea, coffee, Bread butter/jam, one main dish
  • Bonfire - if weather permits
  • Local support at Campsite
  • All permissions and expertise
  • Kasara to Kasara travel by local vehicle (Plan A)
  • Mumbai to Mumbai travel by private vehicle (Plan C)
  • Pune to Pune travel by private vehicle (Plan D)

What is Excluded

  • Any other meals than mentioned in inclusions
  • Tax as applicable
  • Any transportation (Plan A)
  • Travel till Kasara and back (Plan B)
  • Mineral water/lime water/purchased for personal consumption
  • All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered
  • Any kind of personal expenses
  • Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost including above
  • All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather
  • Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required

Carry with you

  • 2/3 litres of water.
  • Blanket or 2 bed sheets.
  • Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.
  • Ready to eat food (biscuits, chips).
  • Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.
  • Good Torch must with an extra battery.
  • One Day Backpack 20 to 30 litres.
  • Sun Cap and Sunscreen.
  • Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.
  • Identity Proof.
  • Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect you from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.

Cancellation Policy

75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.

50 % refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.

No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to the event date

No show No Refund.

Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.

Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another person against cancellation.

If the event gets canceled we will refund "Trek Amount" only.

If the event is canceled due to any natural calamity, political unrest or other such reasons beyond our control the same cancellation policy will apply.

Refunds won't be issued if you cannot attend the event due to heavy rains, floods, traffic jams, car breakdowns or a personal medical emergency.

Your booking cannot be shifted to another date if you cannot attend the event due to heavy rains, floods, traffic jams, car breakdowns, or a personal medical emergency.

If your area is prone to flooding, traveling from a flooded area, heavy traffic, heavy rains, missing the train, or any other reason, if you cannot attend the event, we won't issue a refund or shift you to another date.

Management won't be held responsible if you are stuck due to heavy rains, traffic jams, personal emergencies or floods during the event.

If you are bringing kids, please understand the possibility of getting stuck or delayed. You might have to stay back due to heavy rains, floods, bus breakdowns, and rush at the trekking destination. We won't be able to refund or shift you to another date. You will have to wait it out till the weather clears.

Due to bad weather, floods, sudden changes in government rules, and overcrowding at the destination trek, the organizer has the right to change the trekking destination.

During the trek , due to any circumstances seen or unseen trek leader has the right to cancel the trek for safety reason. No refund shall be issued.