Overview
Rajmachi Fireflies
As we await the upcoming monsoon season's first showers, we welcome the season of fireflies. Western Ghats jungles will soon twinkle with a small light, and this period is the mating season for fireflies. Enjoy Firefly camping at Rajmachi Village near Lonavala. Fireflies Festival at night covers the forest with small twinkling lights.
About Rajmachi Firefly Festival?
Pre-monsoon during May and June months you can spot thousands of fireflies around Mumbai and Pune. Rajmachi Fort Trek and Camping is the best location in Maharashtra to spot fireflies. We will be trekking till the base village of Rajmachi Fort total trek distance of 8 km one way. Spot fireflies after sunset around the Udhewadi village. Fireflies are called Kajawa in Marathi.
About Rajmachi Fort
Rajmachi Fort has two forts Shirvardhan and Manaranjan which were built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj during the 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is a 16 km trekking distance from Lonavala Station. Rajmachi Fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat which was an old trade route. Rajmachi peak has two stable structures the Shrivardhan fort and Manaranjan Fort. Places to visit in Lonavala during monsoon the fort is covered with fog and mist. Lonavala sightseeing you can spot Rajmachi Killa from Khandala there is a dedicated viewing point.
1 night 2 days
25 May, 01 Jun, 08 Jun, and more
Inclusions/Exclusions
What is included in the tour
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Travel by bus from Pune.
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Tented stay / basic homestay(if it rains)
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Homely cooked Dinner
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Some music /chill games at night
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Breakfast
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Trekfit Leaders to keep you engaged
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Souveniers
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1 Veg Dinner, 1 veg Breakfast
What is NOT included in the tour
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Lunch
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Any extra water/snacks purchased
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Entry fee for foreign nationals
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Mineral water/lime water/ purchased for personal consumption
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All kinds of Extra Meals / soft drinks ordered.
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Any kind of personal expenses.
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Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost includes above.
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All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather.
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Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required.
Highlights
What makes this tour special
Highlights of Event Fireflies Festival 2024
Popular trek cocooned in the laps of Sahyadri Mountain ranges of Western Ghats
Shrivardhan Ballekilla stands tall at a height of 2750 feet overlooking the Borghat Pass
Watch pre-monsoon clouds formation
Excellent Location for Astrophotography around the new moon
Gratifying Home-cooked Local Food
Rajmachi Firefly Trek 2024 Event Details
Shirvardhan Fort Height 2710 feet approx.
Nearest City Lonavala, Karjat
Stay on sharing basis at Tent or villager's house (depend upon weather)
Separate stay for females and males
Fireflies Depend on whether (if monsoon is started)
Shrivardhan Fort Exploration.
Local Village Food.
Itinerary
09:45 PM: Report to the Trek Leaders at Sb road Jw marriot hotel opposite side Livespace mall
( We request you have dinner before boarding the bus or bring packaged dinner. We won't take a Hault for Dinner. )
10:15 PM: Pickup from Wakad
12:00 AM : Entry base village on the way explore fireflies
12:30 AM : Reach Base Village. Enjoy the view of the mesmerizing view of Fireflies on the way. Get Relaxed. Tent allotment by Trek leaders.
Enjoy the overnight camping stay with strangers turned into the family under the sky full of stars, and enjoy the view of lightning fireflies. Have rest and reenergize yourself for the next morning trek.
05:30 AM: Wake up call, Get freshen up
06:30 AM: Start trek to Rajmachi Fort (Shrivardhan Fort)
07:30 AM: Reach the peak and enjoy a beautiful view of sunrise and the surrounding. Click photos.
08:30 AM: Start descending to the base village
09:30 AM: Reach base village, relax, and have breakfast
11:00 AM: Start return journey to Pune by Private Bus
02:30 PM: Reach Pune. Goodbye until the next time!!!
Things to Carry
2/3 liters of water
Proper face mask
Sanitizer
Trekking Shoes provide more grip and comfort on the trek
Good torch must with an extra battery
Sleeping bag or two bed-sheets
Warm clothes
Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars
Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets
One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters
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
Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet
Double pack your valuables / phones in plastic bags
Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet
Cost
1300/- per person
