Bhandardara Camping - Muthkhel

About

Details about the Destination

Bhandardara Camping is 75 km from Nashik and 165 km from Pune. The campsite is on the banks of Arthur Lake, also known as Bhandardara Lake. Having been graced with generous natural vegetation, water bodies, and gorgeous sites, Bhandardara Lake Camping is a prime tourist spot in Maharashtra. It is a one-of-a-kind experience one must not miss out on! Bhandardara Lake Camping is best known for its adventure sports, fabulous sightseeing, best resort places, and breathtaking climate. Located 50 kms from Kasara railway station, our campsite is a hotspot of tourism for its natural beauty. This camp by the lake is a great place to stay and enjoy a getaway in the lap of nature. The best time to visit Bhandardara Lake is during the months of October to February, Bhandardara lakeside camping includes tent stays for 2 to 5 people, unlimited food for three meals, a fun-filled barbeque and musical night, outdoor games, and a bonfire.

Attraction

• camping in Tent on sharing basis
• Bonfire
• Lakeside Camping
• Enjoy a panoramic view of the Surrounding

Day 1 : Saturday

• 02:00 pm: Meet the Team at Kasara station and move towards Muthkhel Village by local transport
• 05:00 pm: Reach Base village - Freshen up
• 05:30 pm: Welcome Drink
• 06:00 pm: Have evening snacks & Tea
• 06:30 pm: Enjoy watching the sunset and have good fun time
• 08:00 pm: Its time to BBQ(Veg & Nonveg - Limited)
• 09:30 pm: Dinner time; enjoy local cuisines specially cooked for us
• 11:30 pm: Story telling and lots of fun, If tired can retire and take rest in tents

Day 2 : Sunday

• 07:00 am: Wake up call, freshen up
• 08:00 am: Have garma - garam breakfast
• 08:30 am: Explore surroundings
• 09:00 am: Boat Ride
• 10:00 am: Checkout & Start return journey towards Kasara by local transport
• 12:30 pm: Reach Kasara Station
• 02:40 pm: Reach Mumbai and bid adieu with a promise to meet soon

Train Timings:

We will be boarding the below train from nearest local station. Train timings are shared below for convenience:
CSMT-Kasara Local

• 11:42 am CSMT
• 11:49 am Byculla
• 11:55 am Dadar
• 12:02 pm Kurla
• 12:06 pm Ghatkopar
• 12:22 pm Thane
• 12:33 pm Diva
• 12:38 pm Dombivli
• 12:47 pm Kalyan
• 01:21 pm Asangaon
• 01:58 pm Kasara

Meeting Point : Kasara Railway Station at 02:00 pm

Mandatory:

• Identity proof
• 2 Ltrs of water
• Electoral powder, 2 lemons, ready to eat items (Protein bars, chikki etc.)
• Torch with extra batteries, pocket knife
• Personal medicines
• Good trekking shoes preferably ‘Action’ brand - Trekking Shoes
• Haversack/backpack to carry all things.

Optional

• Cap, Camera
• Spare floaters, slippers, or light canvas shoes
• Windcheater, scarves, jackets, extra pair of socks and clothes
• Avoid wearing Gold and other jewellery

Includes

• Travel from Kasara to Kasara
• Welcome drink
• BBQ (Veg or Non-Veg Limited)
• Dinner (Veg or Non-Veg Unlimited)
• Morning Breakfast
• Tent Stay - Sharing basis
• Boat Ride
• Local guidance
• Forest Entry Fee
• First aid
• WE Experties Charges

Excludes

• All kinds of extra meals / soft drinks ordered
• Insurance, tips, porters, bottled mineral water, aerated drinks etc.
• Any personal expenses
• Any expenses incurred due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances like road blocks, bad weather

• Transfer Rs.2099/- per person. Payment once done is non-refundable, do check for availability before making a payment.
• Kindly SMS or whatsapp on 9004294910, after you transfer the amount.
• Own Transport : Child(6 to 10 Year) 799/- per person
• Own Transport : Adult 1499/- per person
• With Transport : Child(6 to 10 Year) 1399/- per person
• With Transport : Adult 2300/- per person
• Carry enough water with you and do not resort to any other water source without any assistance
• Disclaimer: Sighting of fireflies is a natural phenomenon and is completely based on the rains, so if it rains heavily we may see less or no fireflies

• Floaters and sandals are not allowed
• Do not carry purse, side sling bags not allowed
• Eco-Tourism etiquettes to be followed. Trek is in the Eco / culturally -sensitive area
• Do not litter the place as it is in great need of being maintained and adopted
• Leader/ Organizer will not be responsible for any accident, mishap or compensation in whatsoever manner
• We should strictly follow the code of conduct, to avoid troubling our fellow trekkers or other people from our group or even locals
• Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited
• Trek leader’s decision will be final and binding
• Team "Wanderlust Express’ reserves all the right to change / deviate / cancel the plans without prior notice.