Overview

About Samrad Camping 2025

Join us for the greatest Samrad Firefly Festival experience in Sandhan Valley. Camping is suitable for couples, families, and children and is located a short distance from Mumbai. Enjoy a wonderful experience at our Sandhan Valley Fireflies Festival in Samrad. The Fireflies put on a sparkling midnight show in the heart of Maharashtra's western ghats. Sandhan Valley is also known as the Valleys of Shadow, and as the sun sets, numerous fireflies illuminate the surroundings. Samrad serves as the base village for Ratangad and the Sandhan Valley. From the village, you can see Ratangad, Ajoba Fort, and Kalsubai Peak. This is the ideal location for astrophotography.

Sandhan Valley Fireflies Camping Event Details

  • Region: Bhandardara
  • Cost: Rs. 1849/- per person
1 Night 2 Days Available on request Kasara, Maharashtra
Highlights
What makes this tour special
  • Watch the twinkling fireflies under the night sky.
  • Safe Campsite for Women, Girls, Solo Travelers, Groups, and Couples.
  • Group tents: 3/4 sharing.
  • Witness the magnificent spectacle of fireflies producing a fascinating glow.
  • Ideal for nature lovers of all ages, this activity provides a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable outdoor experience.
Itinerary

Travel Schedule

We’ll be boarding the below train from our nearest local station. Train timings are shared below for convenience.

Meeting Point: Kasara Railway Station at 02:00 pm

11:46 am: CST
11:53 am: Byculla
11:59 am: Dadar
12:06 pm: Kurla
12:10 pm: Ghatkopar
12:26 pm: Thane
12:39 pm: Dombivli
12:48 pm: Kalyan
01:21 pm: Asangaon
01:58 pm: Kasara

Itinerary

Day 1: Saturday

  • 02:00 pm: Meet the Team at Kasara station and move towards Samrad Village by local transport
  • 06:00 pm: Reach Base village – Samrad, freshen up
  • 06:30 pm: Have evening snacks
  • 06:45 pm: Introduction round and brief on rules and regulations to be followed by everyone at the event
  • 07:30 pm: Visit Kokankada and go for the jungle trails and see fireflies
  • 09:30 pm: Dinner time; enjoy local cuisines specially cooked for us. Lots of fun.
  • 10:30 pm: Games and lots of fun. If tired, you can retire and take a rest in a tent.

Day 2: Sunday

  • 06:00 am: Wake up call, freshen up
  • 06:30 am: Have garma – garam breakfast. at the campsite
  • 07:00 am: Explore some part of Sandhan Valley and Rappelling
  • 10:00 am: Back to the Village
  • 10:30 am: Start return journey towards Kasara by local transport
  • 02:40 pm: Reach Mumbai and bid adieu with a promise to meet soon

Event Fee: Rs.1849/- per person. Payment, once done, is non-refundable; do check for availability before making a payment.
 

Booking Procedure:

  • Click on the "BOOK NOW" button.
  • Select your date & proceed.
  • Select the number of TIckets. (If you have a coupon code, apply at this stage.)
  • Fill in our personal details and proceed.
  • Select your payment type (UPI, debit card, credit card) and proceed.
  • Once your tickets are booked, you will receive a confirmation email and WhatsApp on your Number 
  • WhatsApp group will Make and will add you in the Group one day prior to the Departure 
  • Further details about the trip will be shared on that WhatsApp group 1 day prior to the trip.

Health & Fitness:

For instant energy, carry glucose powder, energy drinks, or chocolates. Though trekking is a fun-filled activity, it demands a good amount of physical fitness. If you are under medication, please carry your medicines. During the trek, leaders will have over-the-counter medication for temporary treatment, so do give a heads-up to them if you need any medical assistance. 

Monsoon Precaution Measures:

  • Use trekking shoes with a good grip to avoid slipping.
  • Take precautions against bugs. 
  • Carry first aid & necessary gear.
  • Protect your valuable items like cameras, phones, IDs, etc., with an extra plastic cover and then put them in your bag. 
  • Keep in touch with a friend and family member.
  • It is important to make note of all emergency contacts and numbers.

Tips :

  • A haversack to put in all the things to be carried so that one has one`s hands free while trekking.
  • Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas. Avoid wearing gold and other ornaments.
  • Smoking and the consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited. 

Why Bookmytrekandtours for Sandhan Valley Fireflies?

  • 6 years of experience in organizing Sandhan Valley Firefly Camping with safety.
  • Served over 200+ customers last year with amazing reviews.
  • Limited participants with the best services.
  • Travel always in an AC bus.
  • We provide one trek leader for every group of 10 people.
  • Things to Carry

  • Identity Card
  • 2 liters water
  • Trekking Shoes
  • Enerzyl powder or Glucon D powder
  • Snacks & biscuits
  • Extra pair of clothes
  • Clean napkin or towel
  • Raincoat/poncho/windcheater (Avoid umbrella)
  • Cap, sunglasses, scarf
  • Haversack or backpack (No sling bags)
  • Camera (optional)
  • Please carry personal medicines if any
  • Hand Sanitizer
     
  • IMPORTANT:

  • Avoid wearing precious Jewelry while trekking, as Book My trek and tours won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
  • Consuming liquor or any kind of alcoholic substance is prohibited. Carrying any kind of substance that’s illegal is not allowed. Smoking is strictly not allowed. Anybody found smoking or consuming alcoholic drinks will be expelled from the event without a refund.
  • Dear Rangers, always remember SHOES are your best companions on a trek! Please wear a good pair of trekking shoes and not sports or running shoes. Make sure they are durable and firm enough to withstand tough conditions. You can carry floaters to wear only after the trek is completed. Feel free to contact the trek leader before the trek in case of any confusion.

    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
  • Event tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
  • Event tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.
  • If Trek gets canceled, we will refund the "Trek Amount" only.

     

    BOOK MY TREK AND TOURS POLICIES :

  • Seats will be reserved only after full payment.
  • A detailed schedule of the trek will be given later to registered participants on the WhatsApp group.
  • Organizers have the right to modify or change the schedule if required.
  • Organizers hold the right to cancel any event and refund with prior notice.
  • We strictly follow a no alcohol, no drugs, and no litter policy.
     

    Disclaimer: 

    The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.

Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Transportation from Kasara to Samrad to Kasara by private vehicle.
  • Evening snacks- Saturday
  • Breakfast- Sunday
  • 1 Dinner (Veg/Non-Veg) (Saturday)
  • Tent – 3 People Sharing Basis. or Homestay
  • Local guidance
  • First aid and first attender assistance in case required
  • Do read our terms and conditions before registration
  • ​Adventure Geek Expertise

What is NOT included in the tour

  • All kinds of extra meals / soft drinks were ordered.
  • Insurance, tips, porters, bottled mineral water, aerated drinks etc.
  • Any kind of personal expenses.
  • Any kind of cost which is not mentioned in the cost included above.
  • All expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like roadblocks, and bad weather.
Pickup point
Directions.
Kasara Railway Station, Kasara, Maharashtra, India View on Map