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  • Trip introduction

    The presence of brightly-coloured yellow fireflies all around you is what makes this night trek to Prabalmachi a captivating experience. You'll hike uphill through the wilderness in the silent night, with fluttering fireflies decorating your path. At the Prabalmachi plateau, you'll spend a night in cosy alpine tents for a fun night in the mountains with your friends. You can stay up late, stargazing at the clear, night sky with twinkling stars and lose yourself to breathtaking views of glowing fireflies.

    Destination

    Located at the foothills of the Western Ghats, Prabalmachi is a small village in the shadows of the towering peaks of Prabalgad Fort and Kalavantin Durg. The village has a silent and pleasant ambiance as it takes you away from the bustling city and serves a base village for trekkers hiking up the two mountain peaks. The Prabal plateau opens up to breathtaking views of the valley, a great spot to catch the morning sunrise from the top. You'll stay in cosy alpine tents pitched on the plateau, surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery.

    Destination highlights

    Spot glowing fireflies on this trek to Prabalmachi. | Stay in cosy alpine tents pitched at the Prabal plateau. | Get gorgeous views of the morning sunrise from your campsite.

    Activity Details

    14 years and above

    NA

    Trip details
  • Day 1 of the fireflies trek to Prabalmachi: Spot fireflies!

    Report to Panvel railway station by 18:00 hrs. Here, you'll hop into a private vehicle and travel at the base village, Thakurwadi. Begin the trek to Prabalmachi and spot flickering fireflies all around as you ascend the trail. At Prabalmachi, you'll have a hot dinner, set up your camp and head out for a short hike to explore nocturnal views of the village. Overnight in tents at Prabalmachi.

    Overnight in alpine tents at Prabalmachi.

    You'll be served a hot dinner after reaching Prabalmachi. You can spend the rest of your time exploring the place illuminated by fireflies. Overnight stay will be in tents. Please make sure to carry a blanket since sleeping bags will not be given.

    Day 1 Milestone

    Thakurwadi

    Prabalmachi

    18:00 PM

    Food

    Dinner

    Veg
    Day 2 of the fireflies trek to Prabalmachi: Return to Karjat

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  • Cancellation policy

    For cancellations made 8 days or more before departure of the Prabalmachi fireflies trek: 75% refund.

    For cancellations made 4-7 days before departure of the Prabalmachi fireflies trek: 50% refund.

    For cancellations made less than 4 days before departure of the Prabalmachi fireflies trek: no refund.

    In case of no show: no refund.

    All refunds will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.

    Rules on trip

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

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

    Travellers are required to follow all instructions of the trek guide during the fireflies trek to Prabalmachi.

    Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

    Travellers from Mumbai can board the local train to Panvel departing CST railway station at 16:35 hrs in order to reach the pick-up point on time. Travellers may board the same train from their nearest railway station.

    Please carry a blanket or bed sheet for overnight use during tent stay since sleeping bags will not be provided.

    The tour operator reserves the right to cancel or alter the itinerary of the fireflies trek to Prabalmachi to maximize the safety of travellers as well as staff. Any additional cost arising from such a change in itinerary will be borne by the travellers.

    Travellers are requested to be punctual in arriving at the pick-up point of the fireflies trek to Prabalmachi. Tardiness in reaching the pick-up point will lead to missing the departure without any refund.
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  • Includes / Excludes

    Includes

    • Travel arrangements between Panvel and Thakurwadi in a private vehicle

    • Accommodation in tents for 1 night on a triple/quad-sharing basis
    • Meal package including dinner on day 1 and breakfast on day 2
    • Services of experienced trek leader and support staff
    • All applicable taxes

    Excludes

    • Travel arrangements between your home city and Panvel

    • Personal expenses such as extra meals or beverages, apparel or gear etc.
    • Costs due to unforeseen circumstances like bad weather, natural calamities etc.
    • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

    What to Wear

    What to Wear

    • Comfortable shirts/t-shirts and track pants
    • Trekking shoes
    • Raincoat or poncho
    • Not to wear - Expensive gadgets or jewellery

    What not to Wear

    • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
    • Restrictive clothing
    • Flip-flops

    Equipment / Gear

    We Provide

    • Transfer to Panvel railway station and back

    You need to get

    • Backpack
    • Blanket or bed sheet
    • Water bottles (2+ litres)
    • Dry snacks (energy bars, chocolates etc.)
    • Personal toiletries
    • Torch (with extra batteries)
    • Govt-issued ID card

    Medical Kit

    • Please carry any prescribed medication and a personal first-aid kit.