Fireflies Trek to Rajmachi Fort
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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  • Trip introduction

    Night trekking through the rough greenery of the Rajmachi forests offer a spectacular experience of spotting glowing fireflies in the darkness of the night. On this fireflies trek to Rajmachi, you'll venture out into the wilderness and catch views of these exotic insects glowing between trees, in the bushes, up in the sky, behind rocks and all around you. Apart from exploring the mystical natural phenomenon of fireflies, you'll also trek to the twin hill forts of Shrivardhan and Manarajan to catch a glorious sunrise. You'll also visit the nearby Uday Sagar Talav and the Shiva Temple before the trip ends.

    Rich in natural beauty, the fireflies trek to Rajmachi is ideal for nature lovers and urban dwellers looking to plan a weekend getaway into the heart of nature.

    Destination

    Perched atop the rugged mountains of the Western Ghats, the Rajmachi Fort sits at an altitude of 2,710 feet alongside the twin hill forts of Shrivardhan and Manarajan. With close proximity to Lonavala, the fort is an often frequented destination for nature enthusiasts from Mumbai and Pune. On this fireflies trek to Rajmachi, you'll be staying in tents pitched near the base village of Rajmachi Fort. After short treks around the campsite to spot glowing fireflies, you'll sleep in alpine tents and wake up to a beautiful morning at the campsite.

    Destination highlights

    • • Witness magical, glowing insects on a fireflies trek to Rajmachi.
    • • Trek to the forts of Shrivardhan and Manarajan.
    • • Visit the Uday Sagar Talav and Shiva Temple.
    • • Spend the night in the wilderness of dense forests.

    Fine print

    Rules on the trip

    Travellers are required to adhere to the instructions of the trek leader during the fireflies trek to Rajmachi Fort.

    Consumption of alcohol, drugs, tobacco products and cigarettes is strictly prohibited during the trek.

    Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.

    Cancellation policy

    For cancellations made more than 6 days before departure of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: 75% refund.

    For cancellations made 3-6 before departure of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: 50% refund.

    For cancellations made less than 3 days before departure of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: No refund.

    No show: No refund.

    All refunds will be processed after deducting any transaction charges.

    Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

    The meeting point for this fireflies trek to Rajmachi Fort is the Lonavala railway station at 17:00 hrs. Travellers from Mumbai may board the 14:30 hrs Sinhagad Express from CST while travellers from Pune may board the 15:00 hrs Pune-Lonavala train from Pune station.

    The tour operator reserves the right to cancel or alter the itinerary of the fireflies trek to Rajmachi Fort to maximize the safety of travellers as well as staff.

    Travellers will be required bear any additional costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.

    Trip details

    Pick up point
    Lonavala railway station at 17:00 hrs
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    Drop off point
    Lonavala railway station at 13:30 hrs
    Mode of transport
    Public transport
    Start point
    Rajmachi Village
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    End point
    Rajmachi Village
    Time of departure
    05:00 PM
    Time of return
    01:30 PM

    Activity Details

    Total trekking time
    3 hrs
    Total distance covered
    5 kms
    Start point elevation
    2296 feet
    Maximum elevation
    2710 feet
    Minimum elevation
    2047 feet
    Average per day distance
    5 kms

  • Day 1 of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: Spot fireflies

    Arrive at the ticket counter on platform no. 1 of the Lonavala railway station by 17:00 hrs. Here, you'll meet your fellow trekkers and move to the base Rajmachi village via local, public transport. You'll reach the village in a hour where you'll find and set up your campsite for the night. Soon, you'll head out to spot fireflies in the greenery near Rajmachi. You'll take a short break at night to have dinner before resuming your journey to spot fireflies in the forests near Rajmachi. You'll return back to the campsite a little before midnight and retreat into your tents. Overnight at Rajmachi in tents.

    Day 2 of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: Trek to Rajmachi, return to Mumbai

    After an early morning wake up call, you'll trek to the nearby twin hill forts of Shrivardhan and Manarajan to catch a beautiful sunrise. Trek back to the campsite for breakfast. You'll also visit the Uday Sagar Talav and Shiv Temple before lunch at the campsite. Post lunch, you'll leave for the Lonavala railway station and arrive by 13:30 hrs. You can board a train back to your base city from the railway station. Your trip ends here.

    Day 1 - Milestone

    Start point
    Lonavala
    End point
    Rajmachi
    Day start time
    02:30 PM

    Day 2 - Milestone

    Start point
    Rajmachi
    End point
    Lonavala
    Day start time
    06:00 AM
    Trekking distance
    5 kms
    Trekking time
    3 hrs
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  • Includes / Excludes

      Includes
    • Travel arrangements from Lonavala-Lonavala in local, public transport
    • Any technical equipment required for trekking
    • Alpine tents and mattresses
    • All meals from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 2
    • Services of an experienced trekking guide
    • Permit charges, entry fees and camping charges
    • Basic first aid kit
    • All applicable taxes
      Excludes
    • Travel costs between base city and Lonavala
    • Extra blanket
    • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.
    • Personal expenses such as tips to staff, additional meals or beverages etc.
    • Travel or medical insurance
    • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

    What to Wear

      What to Wear
    • Quick-dry apparel
    • Trekking footwear
    • Windcheater or jacket
    • Raincoat or poncho
    • Shirt/t-shirt and track pants
      What not to Wear
    • Expensive jewellery or gadgets
    • Denim jeans
    • Hard luggage such as suitcases

    Equipment / Gear

      We Provide
    • All equipment required for camping
    • Alpine tents and mattresses
    • Any technical equipment required for the trek
    • Basic first aid kit
      You need to get
    • Rucksack (with rain cover)
    • ID proof
    • Extra blanket
    • Insect repellent
    • Water bottle
    • Torch (extra batteries)
    • Sunscreen lotion and lip balm
    • Dry snacks (biscuits, energy bars etc.)
    • Personal toiletries

    Medical Kit

    • • Specific personal or prescribed medication, personal first-aid kit.

  • Day 1 of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: Spot fireflies

    Overnight at Rajmachi campsite in tents.

    Your trip begins as you arrive at the ticket counter on platform no. 1 of the Lonavala railway station by 17:00 hrs. Travel to the base village of Rajmachi will be arranged via local, public transport. Today's meal package includes dinner, served at night after a journey through the forests of Rajmachi to spot fireflies. Make sure to eat lunch before reporting to the start point at Lonavala railway station and carry additional dry snacks in case you get hungry during transit. You'll be accommoda

    Day 2 of the Rajmachi Fort fireflies trek: Trek to Rajmachi, return to Mumbai

    Your trip ends before nightfall.

    Today's meal package includes breakfast and lunch. Breakfast will be served after you return back from the trek to the twin hill forts of Shrivardhan and Manarajan. Lunch will be served after you return back from the visit to Uday Sagar Talav and Shiv Temple. Your trip ends as you reach Lonavala railway station by 13:30 hrs.

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  • Marker on map shows trip start point.