Prabalmachi Fireflies Special Trek & Camping

Prabalmachi fireflies trek will be one of a kind of experience you shouldn’t miss this firefly season! Located between Panvel and Matheran, this popular weekend trekking and camping destination comes alive just before the monsoon. Situated atop the Kalavantin Durg, the site offers a panoramic view of the Panvel city, and the magnificent Prabalgad and Kalavantin Durg! What makes the experience unique is that in the pre-monsoon, you get to witness innumerable fireflies glowing around in the dark, lush, quiet terrains and meadows of Prabalmachi. Fireflies are insects which glow due to the chemical reaction occurring in their body. The phenomenon is called as a bioluminescence. Fireflies illuminate themselves to attract mates, prey or protect themselves from predators. The lush green scenic surroundings and cool breeze adds up to the Prabalmachi fireflies night trek experience.

The Prabalmachi fireflies trek is a medium level trek with the journey starting from Mumbai and Pune. Gear up for a unique experience at Prabalmachi fireflies trek away from chaos that will enthrall you and leave you refreshed through the core. What else does one want in this utterly busy world? Prabalmachi is a little hamlet hiding in the hills, so close to our megacity! It offers a picturesque backdrop of two gigantic Sahyadri peaks–Prabalgad and Kalavantin. Leave behind the city chaos and lose yourself to the mountains by spending some fun time.. Just walk along the dense forest and quietly observe these bio-luminescent bodies twinkling all around. Yes, it’s a moment to feel surprised and get awed by these little wonders.

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What’s Included

• ✔ Food: Dinner and Breakfast with Tea at Prabalmachi
• ✔ Twin Sharing Tented Accommodation With Bedding at Prabalmachi
• ✔ Trikon Trekking Expertise Charges.
• ✔ Can we reach Prabalmachi base village using our own transport?You can reach the campsite in your own vehicle or assemble at the Panvel Railway Station at the given time near the ticket counter, where you will meet the team leader and other trekking companions. The team then will move towards the base village Thakurwadi.
• ✔ How to reach Panvel from Pune for Prabalmachi Fireflies trek?The easiest way to reach Panvel from Pune is take a bus from Pune. You may also board an express train that halt at Pune to reach Panvel, or drive your way by road through Pune – Lonavala – Shedung Phata Panvel in your own vehicle.