Overview/Itinerary

About Bhandardara Dam Camping:

The campsite will be at Bhandardara which is in the interiors of Maharashtra and one of the darkest spot in our  state with least amount of light pollution you will witness the darkest night sky possible. One may see the Milky Way with their naked eyes and spot numerous stars and galaxies that are never visible from the city. For all astrophotography lovers, we'll be taking some killer star-trails and Milky Way pictures. Its goanna be a treat for your lenses. Or if you get tired, you may chill in one of the open tents and immerse yourself under the sky filled with gazillion stars. 

Highlights of the Bhandardara Fireflies Camping

  • Lakeside Camping
  • Stay in tents with Mat and Blanket
  • Enjoy sunset
  • Veg / Non-veg unlimited dinner
  • Music
  • Clean washrooms available

 

Bhandardara Fireflies Camping Cost

  • Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 899/- (per person)
  • Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 1499/- (per person)

 

Bhandardara Fireflies Camping Itinerary

Day One - Saturday Bhandardara lake camping

05:00 pm to 06:30 pm - Evening Tea & Snacks

06:00 pm to 07:30 pm - Photoshoot, Sports, Enjoying sunset

07:00 pm to 08:30 pm - Enjoy DJ music & dance

08:00 pm to 09:30 pm - Unlimited Dinner: Enjoy veg / non veg testy and higenic home-made  food

09:30 pm to 11:00 pm - Fireflies Sightseeing: Way to sightseeing of fireflies with common guide for all (2km from campsite)

Night stay in tent.

 

Day Two – Sunday 

07:30 am to 09:00 am - Morning Tea & Breakfast.

10:00 am - Check out from the Bhandardara Campsite.

 

 

Note

  • The sighting of fireflies is a natural phenomenon that depends on weather conditions. We can hope to have a beautiful experience of exploring nature in their presence.
  • Participants have to pay forest entry charges at Bhandardara toll gate.
  • Please try to reach before time, as forest department will not allow late entry.
  • Fireflies site is 2 km from this campsite. You'll have to drive 2 km for same.
Overnight Available on request Bhandardara, Maharashtra
Dates and Rates
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    Inclusions/Exclusions
    What we'll give/What we won't

    What is included in the tour

    • 1 Evening tea and snacks, 1 Dinner and 1 Breakfast
    • Tented stay on sharing basis (with 1 mat and 1 blanket)
    • Treks and Trails charges

    What is NOT included in the tour

    • Any transportation 
    • 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 includes above.
    • All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather.
    • Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.
    Things to Carry
    Things to Carry
    • 2/3 liters of water.
    • Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.
    • Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.
    • Good Torch must with extra battery.
    • One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters.
    • Comfortable footwear
    • Extra pair of clothes and towel
    • Sun Cap and Sunscreen.
    • Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.
    • Identity Proof.
    • Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect 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.
    FAQ
    Frequently Asked Questions

    1. Going in lake water is not allowed

    2. Personal car parking’s at owner’s risk - route will be provided via Google maps. 

    3. Camp Site is safe for Women  

    4. We have 60 - 40 % or more Male - Female ratios on our events 

    5. Kids below 15 with Parents supervision only 

    6. Food preference only local cooked available 

    7. Limited phone connectivity available for most cellular services 

    8. Local jeeps used for Transport can accommodate 10 people 

    9. Registration against 100% upfront payment only, on the spot payment not accepted 

    Pickup point
    Directions.
    Bhandardara, Maharashtra 422604, India