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Camping in the Hills – Prabalmachi

Camping in the Hills – Prabalmachi

Price

1299

Duration

2 days

Trip Type

Min Age

16

Max People

25

Meeting Point

Overview

Prabalmachi is the base village to two of the most popular trekking destinations around Mumbai. It is an ideal place for camping with breathtaking views of the Panvel region and the majestic Kalavantin and Prabalgad.

Kalavantin Fort built at the peak of a rocky plateau is situated between Matheran and Panvel in the Western Ghats. The fort top commands an excellent view of the surroundings with Prabal in the front. Kalavantin Fort is an adjoining hill (pinnacle) to Prabalgad.

Our campsite, Prabalmachi village, is located at a height of 1500ft from sea level on the Prabal plateau, a part of Western Ghats.

Included/Excluded

  • Panvel to Panvel Transport
  • Evening tea and Dinner on Day 1
  • Breakfast & Tea on Day 2
  • Accommodation in Tents
  • Entry Fees & Permit
  • Campfire
  • Expertise and Guide charges
  • First Aid
  • Washrooms & Changing rooms facilities
  • Anything other than the above-mentioned things
  • Any Personal Expenses

Tour Plan

Day 1

  • 4:00 pm – Report at Panvel Station Ticket Counter , meet the team and leave for base village in our private vehicle
  • 4:45 pm – Reach Thakurwadi
  • 5:00 pm – Start trek towards Prabalmachi after a brief intro session
  • 6:30 pm – Reach campsite at Prabalmachi, settle in your tents
  • 7:30 pm – Prepare for a night under the sky, have delicious local cuisine for dinner, play a few games, share stories (especially ghost stories), make new friends and enjoy the campfire
  • 11:30 pm – Off to the tents for a sound sleep (For those who are very sleepy :P). Day Ends

Day 2

  • 05:00 am – Wake up call, we leave for kalavantin early morning(those who want to)
  • 07:00 am – Reach the peak, bask in the surrounding beauty and start the return journey
  • 08:30 am – Reach Prabalmachi, freshen up, have breakfast and prepare to leave
  • 10:00 am – Start descend towards Thakurwadi (After a mandatory group pic!!!)
  • 11:00 am – Reach Thakurwadi, say your goodbyes with a promise to meet again, leave for Panvel Station in our private vehicle. This brings us to the end of our trip, Or rather just the beginning of your adventures with Wandering Souls

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General price: Per Person () 999 / ticket | With Travel from Panvel () 1299 / ticket
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FAQs

How will you contact me once I register?

We will be mailing you the details a day or two before the event.

Can I come alone?

Yes, many of our participants are solo travellers.

Is it safe for a female solo traveller?

It is completely safe for a female solo traveller as our representatives will be there with you all the time. Moreover, most of our events have 60% female participation.

Can we smoke or drink alcohol?

Smoking or drinking alcohol is prohibited.

What if I have a medical emergency?

We will carry first aid kit with us. The coordinators will be first aid certified. If the problem increases, we will quickly get you to closest medical attention possible.

Will I get cellular connectivity during the trek and at campsite?

You will get limited connectivity during the trek. At the campsite you will get connectivity.

What is the pickup location for Prabalmachi Camping?

The Pickup location is Panvel station ticket Counter, and the reporting time is 4.00pm

Would I get cellular connectivity during the trek?

You will get limited connectivity during the trek.

Will I be able to do this trek? I have not trekked before.

We encourage you to come and experience the trek with us. Trekking is not about speed and our representatives will be there to encourage you to complete the trek

What is the age limit for this trek?

The age limit for the trek is 18 years with no upper limit. Participants below the age of 18yrs need to be accompanied by a guardian

Can I Bring my Car?

Yes, you can bring your car. Parking is available at the base village

Are washrooms available during the trek?

You will not get washrooms during the trek. Washrooms are available at the base village.

What type of food will I get?

We will be having locally cooked breakfast & dinner

Do I need special shoes?

We recommend trekking shoes or good quality sports shoes with firm sole

Things to Carry

  • Identity Proof (Mandatory)
  • Bottle of Water (at least 2 litres)
  • Torch with extra batteries
  • Ready to eat food like plum cakes, dry fruits etc.
  • Cap, Camera
  • Exrta Bedsheet / Pull Over / blanket /Sleeping Bag (A pair would be provided)
  • Good Trekking shoes
  • Jacket / Wind cheater as it could get cold in the night
  • Personal care stuff, ORS, medicines which you require usually
  • Haversack to put all the things in, please do not carry sling bags or jholas

Disclaimer

  • Basic Washroom facility (Indian Toilets) available at the campsite, it is a camping activity and not a leisure trip so one needs to prepare themselves accordingly.
  • Smoking and drinking alcohol are strictly prohibited.
  • Please avoid wearing Gold and other jewellery.
  • A planned activity or programs may be cancelled or revised depending on the weather or any other unavoidable circumstances.
  • We require atleast 8 participants to conduct the event. In a unlikely case where we don’t get the requisite number of participants, you have an option for FULL Refund or shifting to any other event.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation charge of 15% would be deducted from the booking if cancelled 2 days before the event
  • No refund would be granted if cancelled within 2 days of the event

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