Fireflies Event - Rajmachi

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Trek India In Prablamachi-  A Fireflies Special Event

| Fireflies And Their Mating Dance | Tent Stay |

Type: Hill Fort
Grade: Easy
Region: Panvel

Heya peeps! Looking for more share of fireflies without having to travel too far?

Well, leave it on us then. Trek India has got wonderful plans for you to enjoy another fun-filled weekend with fireflies, homestay, and authentic home-cooked food. 
 

Prabalmachi is situated between Matheran and Panvel in Raigad District in Maharashtra, India. A rustic village, the base of Fort Prabalgad and Kalavantin, is filled with greenery and is away from hustle and bustle of the city.

The height of the Prabalmachi village is 390 meters above sea level. The Prabalgad Fort stands at an elevation of 2,300 feet in the Western Ghats. The fort was previously known as Muranjan until it was taken over and renamed by the Maratha forces under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharajs rule.

The fort has a Ganesh temple and some unidentified stone ruins. Its sister fort is Irshalgad. Right next to Prabalgad, to its north, lies the steep Kalavantin fort.

Prabalmachi provides an amazing view of the two forts standing tall and facing each other. The mild breeze in the evening and traditional food by the villagers add to the experience.

About Fireflies:

Fireflies belong to the family of beetles, and not flies as they are commonly mistaken for. These nocturnal winged beetles use bioluminescence, a chemical reaction when oxygen combines with luciferin, which is present in the lower abdomen of the insect to produce light. 

All fireflies glow as larvae. Bioluminescence serves a different function in the larvae than in adults. It appears to be a warning signal to predators, for, the larvae contain chemicals that are either distasteful or toxic.

The adult male beetles use light to primarily attract their mates. The interested female flashes back from her lower perch and the male flies overhead. What a romantic way of courting!

The first few showers of monsoon are the best time to witness the fireflies since this is the time best fit for fireflies to start darting around. Fireflies cannot tolerate heavy raindrops and die. So, make sure you get to witness these lightning bugs with us.

ITINERARY:

Day 1:

06:45 pm Meet the Team at Panvel station and move towards Thakurwadi by local transport

07:30 pm Reach Base village, freshen up, gear up for the trek

07:45 pm Introduction round and brief on rules and regulations to be followed by everyone on the event

08:00 pm Start the trek, Reach plateau by 09.00 pm and explore the surrounding

10:00 pm Dinner time; enjoy local cuisines specially cooked for us followed by the bonfire and lots of fun. If tired can retire and take rest in tents.

Day 2:

06:00 am Wake up call, freshen up and recharge with the Garma-garam breakfast.

08:30 am Start descending post breakfast along with the beautiful memories from the event

10:00 am Start return journey towards Mumbai by local transport

10:45 am Reach Mumbai and bid adieu with a promise to meet again.

INCLUSIONS:

• Transportation from Panvel to Thakurwadi & Return 
• Dinner & Breakfast & Tea
• Tents Stay 
• Trek India expertise charges
   

EXCLUSIONS:

• Train tickets
• Any other expenses that are not mentioned above
• Any personal expenses

YOU CARRY:

• Identity proof
• Dinner for Saturday
• Torch with extra batteries (V. Imp. Please don't forget) 
• Sleeping bag / Mats / Sheets (Important) 
• Good trekking shoes and an extra pair of floaters
• Extra pair of clothes
• Water (minimum 2 liters) Compulsory 
• Some ready to eat food like biscuits, plum cake etc. 
• Medicines (if you need any), Glucon D / Electrol / Energy Powder (We will have a basic first aid kit with us) 
• Toiletries, Cap / Scarves, and Sunglasses

CAUTION:

• Wear full clothes
• Avoid wearing jewelry
• Consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited
• We are expecting rains. Please pack your belongings accordingly
• Carry windcheater/poncho