Bhandardara Lakeside Camping

 Bhandardara is a huge lake, located near Igatpuri, in the Western Ghats of India. It is one of the best places in Maharashtra to experience camping in-between nature.                                              

Camping at Bhandardara is a unique camping experience which you may have never experienced till now. Surrounded by the Turquoise pristine water, it will be the best experience of camping you ever had, During monsoon and post-monsoon period, it's natural beauty increases much folds with numerous small & medium seasonal waterfalls and glowing greenery. As the night approaches the weather becomes cooler and very pleasant.

Cars will be provided to a min group of 5 people.

You can also take Public Transport like S.T Bus and Sharing Car(Balero) which are available from Kasara Railway Station to reach our Campsite. 

Length: 1 day and 1 night camping at Bhandardara. 

Height: 2430 ft above sea level

Best season: Round the year

Accommodation timing: You have to reach Bhandardara by 4 - 5 PM in the evening. Its a 1 day and 1 night camping arrangement.

Costs-

INR- Per Adult-1550/-

        Per Kid-1000/-(4 to 9 years)

Highlights :-

Bonfire

Unlimited Veg and Non Veg Starters

Unlimited Veg, Non Veg and Jain Buffet Dinner

BBQ

Boating(Only if there is no rain and the weather conditions are favourable and safe)

BYOB

Breakfast

Itinerary:- 

Camp Check-in time: 5 PM (Day 1)

Camp Check out time: 11 AM (Day 2) 

Day 01: Arrival at Bhandardara Campsite

04:00 pm - Reach the Campsite.Note-First halt will be at the Guest house located 10 minutes from the lakeside.

05:00 pm - Freshen up and have some delicious snacks with Tea.

06:00 pm – Go to lakeside where tents will be placed.Go for Boating(6.00 PM to 7.00PM) only if the weather is favourable.

07:30 pm Enjoy Barbeque,(Veg/Non-veg limited),Starters, BYOB,Dance,Games etc

9:30 pm - Delicious dinner will be served (Veg/Non-veg unlimited food)

11:00 pm - Campfire, Games, Romantic Music along lake side.

00:00 am - We call for the day and get into our tents for a sound comfortable sleep.

DAY 2

07:30 am Wake up,freshen up at the guesthouse which is located 10 minutes from lakeside

8.00 am to 9:00 am  Boating(Only if there are no rains and the weather is safe for boating)

9.30am to 10:30 am-Breakfast

11:00 am-Goodbye with lovely memories.

Inclusion: 

Night stay at Tents Placed at Lakeside or alternative accommodation if the weather is not safe for lakeside camping.

1 evening snacks and Tea, Evening Unlimited Starters ( Veg and Non Veg Both) , 1 Dinner (Veg ,Non Veg and Jain), & 1 breakfast for every night stay

BBQ (Veg/Non-Veg) Boating-Evening-6.00 pm to 7.00pm Morning-8.00 am to 9.00.am

Amenities: 

Security

Parking

Tent Stay

Mineral Water

Washroom (indian)

Pick up/ drop facilities (Paid)

Expertise Fee

First Aid Kit 

Exclusion: 

Anything not included in inclusion

Bottled water, extra food, extra bed etc. and any other cost which is personal in nature

Medical & Travel insurance

Igatpuri/Kasara to Bhandardara gaon campsite transportation or any other transportation

Sightseeing charge to Murudeshwar, Kokan kada, Sandhan Valley etc. by hired/arranged car.

Precautions taken at the venue with respect to Covid -19

- Temperature Check

- Regular Sanitization would be done

Cancellation Policy:

100% amount to be paid in advance to book the trip.

If the booking is canceled 10 days or before the event date then 50% of the booking amount will be refunded.

If the booking is canceled 6 days before the event date then no refunds will be given, but 50% of the booking amount will be compensated for the next event.

No show = No refund. 

Disclaimer: 

The tour is weather based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last minute alterations if weather conditions deteriorate. Camp Managers decision will be the final and binding.

Things to Carry: 

Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Driving License)

Comfortable Footwear

Water bottle (2 litres each person)

Mosquito Repellent Cream

Extra Set of Clothes

Sunscreen

Sunglasses

Waterproof Bag

Compulsory Torch with Extra batteries

Blankets or (Chaddar)

Electoral 1 pack

Medicine if required

Portable Mobile Charger

Bluetooth Speakers is must for group

Towel

Camera

 Frequently Asked Questions: 

How to reach Bhandardara: 

To reach Bhandardara you need to reach either Kasara or igatpuri. Both railway stations are near to Bhandardara. Kasara to Bhandardara distance is 60 km and Igatpuri to Bhandardara distance is 45 km by road. You will get state transport buses from railway station. Or you can hire share jeeo and private car also. From kasara it will take around 2 hours to reach Bhandardara. Bhandardara camping takes place in Bhandardara gaon beside the lake 

If you are coming via your private transport then you can follow the below route to reach Bhandardara

Mumbai > Igatpuri > Ghoti (Turn right) > Pimpalgaon (Turn right) > Bhandardara Dam 

Before you come please understand the following facts about Bhandardara weekend lakeside camping: 

Useful Facts about Bhandardara lakeside camping 

Good, Clean, Permanent Western & Indian washroom facilities are available (not attached to camps as camps are situated just beside the Waterbody). Permanent washrooms are available approx. 10 mins away from the camping place.

Ample parking facilities are available for vehicles

The place is safe & secure as camp organizers & caretakers are local and they will be available 24*7 

It will be best if you bring your own car as from Igatpuri or Kasara to Bhandardara hired transportation is generally costly. Also, you will have convenience during sightseeing.

From Kasara it takes approx. 2 hours to reach Bhandardara. Private Cars available(We will arrange Transportation for you if you book our 'With Transportation" Package subject to a group of 5 pax.