Prabalmachi Fireflies Camping 2024

• Identity proof (Must)
• A bottle of water (At least 2 Litters) Must
• Camera (on your own risk)
• Some ready to eat food - Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
• Raincoat, rain poncho, or windcheater
• Extra Pair of dry clothes
• ORS, Glucose, Electrol, Personal Care Medicine those which you require usually.
• A good a trekking shoe, and extra pair of floaters and socks
• Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
• Cap
• A haversack to put in all the things to be carried, so that one has ones hands-free while trekking.

• In case it rains Jeep is only available half the way as the road becomes not motorable, the participant will have to walk 8 km till pickup point.
• Due to visitor rush during this period, jeeps are sometimes unavailable or overbooked, the participant is requested to wait patiently for their jeep.
• If it rains, we'll try for homestay.
• Missing the train is missing Rajmachi Fireflies Trek, no refund will be provided.

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Important:

• Avoid wearing precious Jewelry while trekking, as Bhatakna won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
• Please take tickets till Panvel
• Missing the train means missing the trek, no refunds would be entertained by Bhatakna

• Consuming liquor or any kind of Alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed. Anybody found smoking or consuming alcoholic drinks will be expelled from the event without refund.

• Though trekking is a fun-filled activity, it demands good amount of physical fitness. If you are under medication, please carry your medicines. During the trek, leaders will have over the counter medication for temporary treatment, so do give a heads up to them if you need any medical assistance.

Mandatory instructions for fireflies festival:

1. Keep min 50 feet distance.
2. Don't touch the fireflies and trees/Branches as well.
3. Avoid torch or use it with green colour filter only for route.
4. Zero noise(no music/keep silent).
5. Smoking/Alcohol/Deo/Perfume all are strictly prohibited.

1. Is Prabalmachi Camping safe for solo female travelers?

Yes, it is completely safe for female and solo travelers.

2. Where are fireflies found around Prabalmachi?

Fireflies can be spotted at Prabalmachi plateau in Sahyadris just a few weeks before the beginning of the monsoon. The perfect time to visit is during premonsoon or the start of monsoon. These play around in large numbers at night, however, ensure not to make much noise or light any torch.

3. Is the Prabalmachi trek difficult?

Prabalmachi trek is easy and can be done by beginners as well.

4. When is the best time to visit Kalavantin Durg?

The best time to visit Kalavantin Durg is from November to March. Monsoons are pleasant too, however, rains can make the trail much more dangerous and difficult.

5. Would I get connectivity in my cell phone?

You will get very limited connectivity during the trek. Also, in a few areas, there might be no connectivity at all.

6. What type of food will I get?

You will be served locally cooked meals. However, proper care of hygienic food will be taken.

7. How much time is required to ascend Kulvantin Durg?

You can complete the ascend in 3-4 hours, depending on person to person.

8. Is Kalavantin Durg Trek difficult?

In terms of difficulty, the Kalavantin trek is a moderate level trek. With a little bit of experience and good endurance, one can complete this trek.

9. Can we stay in our tents?

Most definitely yes! On the Prabalmachi plateau, you can set up your tents and get the camping feels.

10. What if I have a medical emergency?

We always carry a first aid kit with us. The guides and volunteers are first aid certified. If the problem increases, we will quickly get you to the closest medical attention possible.

11. Are toilets available on the trek route?

Proper toilets are not available on the route. Toilets will be available in the Thakurwadi village and Prabalmachi village where you can freshen up.

12. What is the cheapest way to get to the base village?

The cheapest way to get from Mumbai to Thakurwadi base village is via train. Take a train from Mumbai (Dadar) to Panvel Station and from Panvel take a auto till Thakurwadi. The Approx cost would be 400 rs one side.

1. Rs.500 Advance payment is Non Refundable 
2. 75% refund if notified via phone conversation 8 or more days prior to the event date.
3. 50% refund if notified via phone conversation 4 to 7 days prior to the event date.
4. No refund if the cancellation requested is less than 3 days prior to event date
5. No show No Refund.
6. Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
7. Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another person against cancellation.
8. If Trek get cancelled, we will refund "Trek Amount" only.