Bhandardara Fireflies Camping 2025 | Firelfies Festival Bhandardara (Fireflies Mumbai, Pune)

Overview / Itinerary

Bhandardaraa Fireflies Camping 2025

**Experience the Magical Fireflies of Bhandardara – A Dreamlike Escape into Nature**

Imagine a night where the stars descend from the skies and dance around you—welcome to *Fireflies Bhandardara*, where nature puts on its most enchanting show. As dusk settles over the tranquil blue-green waters of Bhandardara Lake, a million fireflies light up the lush green landscape like nature’s own fairy lights.

Set up camp by the serene Arthur Lake and witness the hills come alive with shimmering dots of golden light. This isn’t just a camping trip—it’s a surreal experience that feels straight out of a dream. The stillness of the lake, the whispering breeze, and the rhythmic flicker of countless fireflies create a spellbinding atmosphere you won’t forget.

The magic happens just once a year. During the pre-monsoon months of May and June, fireflies emerge in full force for their brief yet beautiful mating season. For a few precious weekends, you get to step away from the chaos of city life and step into a glowing wonderland of nature.

**Firefly Weekend Camping** at Bhandardara is a limited-time spectacle—lasting only until the monsoon begins. So, if you’re looking for a peaceful, picture-perfect getaway filled with awe and wonder, now is the time to book your spot.

Don`t just dream of magic—*live it* under the starry sky, among the twinkling fireflies of Bhandardara.

Fireflies Festival Information

Pre-monsoon is the perfect time for the fireflies mating and you can see the millions of fireflies fluttering about in the dismal environment. They are called by different names in English it is called Fireflies, In Marathi Kajawa and in Hindi it is called Jugnoo. The flashes of fireflies on a warm summer night remind many of us of our carefree childhood sense of wonder. With firefly season almost upon us, their enchanting light displays will soon spark our curiosity and capture our imaginations.

There are about 2,000 firefly species and still much unknown information and riddles from our professionals to be covered.

The following things we know or we have learned about firefly.

1. Fireflies belong to the beetle order; they are not flies.

2. They complete their cycle of life and die before the monsoon begins.

3. Fireflies are among the many species that are bioluminescent, meaning that they can produce their own light.

4. Female fireflies sit immobile and only flash back when they see a male fireflies with a particularly impressive display.

Fireflies Bhandardara Camping Highlights

Located in the most beautiful part of Bhandardara,

Camping tents with camping mat

Board games are available at Bhandardara Lake View Camping

Common washrooms

Lake view

Plan A - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping without transport

Bhandardara firefly festival camping price Child - Age 4 to 9 Years - Rs. 999 per person

Bhandardara firefly festival camping price Adult - Age 10 years and above - Rs. 1399 per person

Plan B - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping with transport - Kasara to Kasara

Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 1399/- (per person)

Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 1999/- (per person)

Plan C - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping From Mumbai - Ac bus

Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 2999/- (per person)

Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 3499/- (per person)

Plan D - Bhandardara Fireflies Camping From Pune - Non-ac bus

Child (4 to 9 yrs): Rs. 2599/- (per person)

Adult (10 yrs and above): Rs. 3199/- (per person)

Event Itinerary

Plan 1 – With Transportation (Kasara to Kasara)

Day 1 – Saturday

Train Time Table

Catch CSMT – Kasara local

CSMT – 12.30 pm

Byculla – 12.37 pm

Dadar – 12.43 pm

Kurla – 12.50 pm

Ghatkopar – 12.54 pm

Mulund – 01.06 pm

Thane – 01.12 pm

Dombivli – 01.28 pm

Kalyan – 01.37 pm

Kasara – 02.47 pm

03.00 pm – Meet the team at Kasara station & start move towards campsite.

05.00 pm to 06.00 pm – Get Relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea

06.00 pm to 07.00 pm – Fun activities

07.30 pm to 08.30 pm – BBQ Time

08.30 pm to 10.00 pm – Dinner Time

10.30 pm – Depart for Fireflies Forest

12.00 am – Back to Campsite

Day 2 – Sunday

07.00 am – Wake up and freshen up

08.00 am to 09.00 am – Breakfast Time

10.00 am – Checkout and move towards Kasara Station

12.00 pm - Disperse at Kasara railway station

Plan 2 Without Transportation (Reach the Campsite by Own)

Day 1 – Saturday

04:00 pm - Arrive at the campsite. Tent allotment & check-in formality

04:30 pm to 06:00 pm - Get relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea

06:00 pm to 07:00 pm - Fun activities

07.30 pm to 08.30 pm – BBQ Time

08.30 pm to 10.00 pm – Dinner Time

10.30 pm – Depart for Fireflies Forest

12.00 am – Back to Campsite.

Day 2 – Sunday

08:00 am - Get fresh

09:00 am to 10.00 am - Breakfast

10:00 am – Checkout

Plan C (Mumbai to Mumbai by Ac bus)

Day 1 - Saturday - Kajwa Mahotsav Bhandardara

08:00 am - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate.

08:00 am - Leave for the camping.

08:30 am - Pick up at Andheri WEH.

08:45 am - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on the highway), Bandra.

09:00 am - Pick up at Sion station circle.

09:15 am - Amar Mahal, Ghatkopar.

09:30 am - Pick up at Teen Hath Naka, Thane.

10:15 am - Pick up at Kalyan Bypass, Kalyan.

(Will halt for lunch on the way, lunch will be on your own cost)

03:00 pm - Arrive at the campsite. Tent allotment & check-in formality

04:00 pm to 06:00 pm - Get relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea (High Tea Timings 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm)

06:00 pm to 07:00 pm - Fun activities.

07.30 pm to 08.30 pm – BBQ Time

08.30 pm to 10.00 pm – Dinner Time

10.30 pm – Depart for Fireflies Forest

12.00 am – Back to Campsite

Day 2 - Sunday - Kajwa Mahotsav Bhandardara

08:00 am - Get fresh.

09:00 am to 10.00 am - Breakfast

10:00 am - Checkout and Start return journey.

04:00 pm - Approx. arrival at Borivali.

Plan D (Pune to Pune by non-Ac bus)

Day 1 - Saturday - Fireflies Bhandardara camping

08:45 am - Meet us at McDonald`s, Deccan. (https://goo.gl/maps/vDqyKCHanhSMxG1M6)

09:00 am - Move towards the base village.

09:20 am - Pick up at New Shivaji Nagar bus stop. (https://goo.gl/maps/SfmCVQFKPsGLZtcc7)

09:40 am - Pick up at Nashik Phata. (https://goo.gl/maps/3FkGAuJrKrkip2wj6)

Lunch is on the way. (by your own)

04:30 pm - Arrive at the campsite. Tent allotment & check-in formality

04:30 pm to 06:00 pm - Get relaxed with the beautiful scenery at High Tea

06:00 pm to 07:00 pm - Fun activities

07:00 pm to 09:00 pm - Music

09:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Dinner Time

10:30 pm - Depart for fireflies forest.

12:00 am - Back to Campsite

Day 2

08:00 am - Get fresh.

09:00 am to 10.00 am - Breakfast

10:00 am - Checkout and Start return journey.

04:00 pm - Approx. arrival at Pune.

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.

Please try to arrive on time, as the forest department will not allow late entry.

Please Inform us about your medical issue in advance.

Participants will be responsible for their own belongings and health issues.

Avoid wearing gold or other costly jewelry.

If it rains, stay will be in the homestay

We cannot control the weather, so please bear with us in providing you with the best alternative in that situation

The Trek leader`s decision will be final and binding.

For Jain food, we required a minimum of 3-4 participants.

For Kasara transport we required a minimum of 8 participants.

Please carry a blanket or bedsheets.

Bhandardara Fireflies Camping 2024 ✨

Get ready for a magical summer escape at Bhandardara Kajava Mahotsav! Watch thousands of fireflies light up the night sky as you camp by the serene lakeside, surrounded by lush hills and charming villages.

Limited time only – before the monsoon begins!

Over 500 guests joined us last year – don’t miss out!

Book your spot now for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Maharashtra!

Inclusion

Accommodation in Tents on Multiple Sharing basis. (Double)

Veg / Non Veg Meals during the camping

Hi-tea with snacks

Dinner - Roti, Rice, 1 subzi gravy,1 dal, 1 Chicken Gravy, salad, achar, desert

Breakfast - Tea,coffee,Bread butter/jam, one main dish

Bonfire - if weather permits

Local support at Campsite

All permissions and expertise

Kasara to Kasara travel by local vehicle (Plan A)

Mumbai to Mumbai travel by private vehicle (Plan C)

Pune to Pune travel by private vehicle (Plan D)

Exclusion

Any other meals than mentioned in inclusions

Tax as applicable

Any transportation (Plan A)

Travel till Kasara and back (Plan B)

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 including above

All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, bad weather

Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required

Things to Carry

2/3 litres of water.

Blanket or 2 bed sheets

Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars.

Ready to eat food (biscuits, chips)

Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets.

Good Torch must with an extra battery.

One Day Backpack 20 to 30 litres.

Sun Cap and Sunscreen.

Personal First aid and Personal Medicine.

Identity Proof.

Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect you from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles.