Fireflies Special: Rajmachi - Kondana Caves Trek

Rajmachi is among the most stunning trekking destinations in the Sahyadris. Our adventure starts from Khopoli and Lonavala, heading towards Rajmachi by vehicle on an off-road path, ensuring an exciting experience. Upon reaching Rajmachi, we will embark on a brief hike to Rajmachi Lake and the historic Godhaneshwar Temple.

Highlights:

• Tungarli Dam.
• Homestay at Rajmachi.
• Local homemade cuisine.
• Hike to Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts.
• Ancident Kondana caves.
• Fireflies sighting

Trek facts:

• Grade: Easy
• Endurance: Moderate
• Highest Elevation: 826M
• Trek Distance on Day 2: 11KM approx.
• Start point: Tungarli
• End point: Kondiwade

Itinerary from Mumbai:
Day 1

• Reporting at Khopoli Railway Station – 02:45PM (Board 12:20PM Khopoli Fast Local from CSMT, Please refer to M-Indicator for other stop timings)
• Travel by hired jeep from Khopoli to Rajmachi - 2 hours
• Event Briefing & Introduction – 15 min.
• Visit the anicent Godhaneshwar temple & nearby lake, witness the sunset.
• Dinner Break – 1 hour.
• Short walk in the jungle to witness fireflies.
• Homestay at Villager's house.
• Bedtime

Day 2:

• Wake-up Call – 05:00AM
• Hike to the twin forts Shrivardhan and Manaranjan - 3 hours.
• Fresh up & Breakfast – 1 hour.
• Descent hike to Kondana caves and Kondhane village - 4 hours.
• Lunch break at the village - 1 hour.
• Return journey to Karjat Railway station – 45 minutes.

Itinerary from Pune:
Day 1

• Reporting at Lonavla Railway Station – 04:30PM. (Board 03:00PM Lonavla - Pune Local Train)
• Travel by hired vehicle from Lonavla to Tungarli dam - 20 minutes.
• Event Briefing & Introduction – 15 min.
• Hike from Tungalri to Udhewadi (Rajmachi) - 3 hours.
• Dinner Break – 1 hour
• Homestay at Villager's house.
• Bedtime

Day 2:

• Wake-up Call – 05:00AM
• Hike to the twin forts Shrivardhan and Manaranjan - 3 hours.
• Fresh up & Breakfast – 1 hour.
• Descent hike to Kondana caves and Kondhane village - 4 hours.
• Lunch break at the village - 1 hour.
• Return journey to Karjat Railway station – 45 minutes.
• Prefer express train departing after 4:30PM to Pune from Karjat.

How to Reach
From Mumbai:
By train – Board 12:20PM Khopoli Fast Local from CSMT
From Pune:
By train – Board the 03:00PM Pune to Lonavla local train.

From Mumbai: ₹1700
Included

• Transport by hired vehicle from Khopoli Railway Station to Rajmachi on Day 1, Kondhane village to Karjat Railway Station on Day 2.
• Veg Dinner on DAY 1, Breakfast, Veg Lunch on DAY 2.
• Village Homestay on sharing basis.
• Forest entry fee & our Expertise.

Excluded

• Any personal expenses

From Pune: ₹1500
Included

• Transport by hired vehicle from Lonavla Railway Station to Rajmachi on Day 1, Kondhane village to Karjat Railway Station on Day 2.
• Veg Dinner on DAY 1, Breakfast, Veg Lunch on DAY 2.
• Village Homestay on sharing basis.
• Forest entry fee & our Expertise.

Excluded

• Any personal expenses
• Travel to Pune from Karjat.

Registration Process:
Step 1: Book Your Seat at https://www.ramblersindia.com/event-info/rajmachimay2026

• Scroll below and select your ticket. Click on Checkout, fill in your details, and choose your preferred mode of payment. (Refer to the Manual Payment option if you wish to pay via UPI/NEFT.)
• Once completed, you will receive an email containing your ticket and the mandatory disclaimer form.

Step 2: Fill Mandatory Disclaimer Form

• After payment confirmation, participants must complete the participation disclaimer form accurately to provide necessary information.
• Compliance with the disclaimer is mandatory for participation in the event.

Step 3: WhatsApp Group Creation

• On the day of departure, a WhatsApp group will be created in the evening.
• All registered participants will be added to the group, which will serve as the official platform for communication, updates, and coordination during the event.

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