JANUARY
Suryamal,
Khodala Dates- 9th – 10th
Jan., 2021 (1N/2D – Mumbai to Mumbai)
Highest peak in Palghar,
located at 1800ft above MSL. The place far away from modernization and that
makes it a perfect Gateway from busy city life.
Camp Charges: Rs. 6,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 9th Jan. and return on 10th Jan. by
7.30pm. (Subject to traffic)
Last Date to register: 31st
December, 2020
Morachi Chincholi and Lonar Dates- 23rd – 26th Jan, 2021 (3N/4D – Mumbai to Mumbai)
We will enjoy a homestay (on
the way to Lonar) at Morchi Chincholi where villagers live in harmony with pea
fowls. Lonar, recently declared as ‘Ramsar Site’ - is a National Geo-Heritage
Monument; the only crater in Basaltic rock formed by a meteorite impact in
India and is ranked 3rd biggest in the world.
Camp Charges: Rs. 12,500/- (Includes:
Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from Mumbai to
Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1, Dadar
(East) on 23rd (Saturday) and return on 26th (Tuesday) by
7.30pm (Subject to traffic)
Last Date to register: 12th
January, 2021
Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary Dates- 6th to 7th
(1N/2D)
Important forest near Mumbai
as it encompasses two major lakes - Tansa and Vaitarna that provide major water
supply to this mega city.
Camp Charges: Rs. 5,750/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 6th Feb (Saturday) and return on 7th Feb
(Sunday) by 7.30pm (Subject to traffic).
Last Date to register: 20th
January, 2021
Little Rann of Kutch, Gujarat Dates- 16th to 21st (5N/6D – Mumbai to Mumbai)
Internationally, this area
is recognized for its natural geomorphological value and has high biodiversity
conservation significance. We will be visiting ‘Thol bird sanctuary’ as well.
Camp Charges: Rs. 23,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Safaris, Stay, Food and Travel by private
bus from Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony
Road No.1, Dadar (East) on 16th Feb (Tuesday) and return on 21st
Feb (Sunday) by 7.30pm (Subject to traffic).
Last Date to register: 27th
January, 2021
Rishikesh
Birding Dates- 2nd
to 6th (4N/5D-Delhi-Delhi)
Generally visited as a
pilgrimage but various varieties of residents as well as migratory birds are
seen here.
Camp Charges: Rs. 18,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets
Delhi-Haridwar-Delhi 3AC). Flights or train tickets can be booked by us at
additional cost (at actuals).
Last Date to register: Register
soon fast filling
Nandur Madhameshwar Dates- 20th to 21st (1N/2D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
It is the first Ramsar Site
of Maharashtra, attracts plenty of bird species in winter.
Camp Charges: Rs. 6,250/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 20th Mar (Saturday) and return on 21st
Mar (Sunday) by 7.30pm (Subject to traffic).
Last Date to register: 8th
March, 2021
Kattikkulum,
Waynad Dates- 30th
March to 4th April (5N/6D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
Kattikkulum falls under
Begur Forest range. Begur is among the several hidden gems of Wayanad Dist.
Amaizing flora and Fauna of the ‘Western Ghats’ can be observed here.
Camp Charges: Rs. 20,750/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Safaris, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets
(3AC) from Mumbai–Kannur–Mumbai).
Last Date to register: 29th
December, 2020
APRIL
Bhigwan Dates- 10th to 11th
April (1N/2D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
The Birding paradise in
Maharashtra.
Camp Charges: Rs. 6,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 10th April (Saturday) and return on 11th
April (Sunday) by 7.30pm (Subject to traffic).
Last Date to register: 29th
March, 2021
Similipal,
Bhubaneshwar & Konark Dates- 25th
APRIL to 4th May (9N/10D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
The grasslands, thick wooden
slopes, ridges and wildlife of this National park would absolutely mesmerize
you.
Camp Charges: Rs. 30,000/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Safaris, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets
(3AC) from Mumbai–Bhubaneshwar-Mumbai).
OR
Rs. 25,000/- Dates;
27th Apr to 2nd May [5N/6D] (Includes: Permissions,
Entry fees, Safaris, Stay, Food and Travel from Bhubaneshwar-Bhubaneshwar).
Last Date to register: 5th
January. 2021
MAY
Kasauli, Solan Dates- 12th to 16th May (4N/5D-Chandigarh-Chandigarh)
Surrounded by dense forest
and snow-clad mountains, Kasauli is home for several species of Himalayan flora
and fauna.
Camp Charges: Rs. 21,000/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food, and Travel from Chandigarh–Chandigarh).
Flight tickets to-&-from Chandigarh can be arranged by us at extra cost (at
actuals).
Last Date to register: 3rd
April, 2021
Betla,
Netarhat, Dalma, Jharkhand Dates- 29th
May to 6th June (8N/9D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
Satpuda range from Central
India meets the Chhota Nagpur plateau on eastern side here. Netarhat is
also home for many primitive tribes who have been residing in its hills in
harmony with nature.
Camp Charges: Rs. 35,000/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Safaris, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets
(3AC) from Mumbai–Ranchi-Mumbai). Last Date to register: 20th
February, 2021
OR
Rs. 31,000/- Date:
30th May to 5th June [6N/7D] (Includes:
Permissions, Entry fees, Safaris, Stay, Food and Travel from Ranchi-Ranchi).
Last Date to register: 15th April, 2021
JUNE
Malshej Dates- 12th to 13th
June (1N/2D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
Amaizing flora and fauna of
Sahyadri can be observed here in this lovely mountain pass of Western Ghats.
Camp Charges: Rs. 6,500/- (Includes:
Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from Mumbai to
Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1, Dadar
(East) on 12th June (Saturday) and return on 13th June
(Sunday) by 7.30PM (Subject to traffic)
Last Date to register: 22nd
May, 2021
JULY
Bhimashankar Dates- 9th to 11th
July (2N/3D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
This sanctuary is frequented
by nature lovers due to its natural beauty and biodiversity.
Camp Charges: Rs. 11,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 9th July (Friday) and return on 11th July
(Sunday) by 7.30PM (Subject to traffic)
Last Date to register: 24th
June, 2021
Belgaon Dates- 21st to 25th July (4N/5D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
Get drenched in Belgaon
rains while walking and exploring the unique flora and lesser fauna of the
area.
Camp Charges: Rs. 12,750/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets (3AC)
from Mumbai–Belgavi-Mumbai).
Last Date to register: 18th
March, 2021
Chittorgarh,
Bhaisrogarh & Dhariyawad Dates- 13th
to 19th August
(6N/7D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
Nice blend of History and
Biodiversity… truly an essence of Rajasthan.
Camp Charges: Rs. 27,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Safari, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets
(3AC) from Mumbai–Kota-Mumbai).
Last Date to register: 10th
April, 2021
Dapoli Dates- 28th to 31st August (3N/4D-Mumbai-Mumbai)
Forest, historical temple,
caves and monsoon flora and fauna of Konkan along with yummy food will truly
detoxify your mind, body and soul.
Camp Charges: Rs. 13,750/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 28th Aug (Saturday) and return on 31st
August (Tuesday)
Last Date to register: 2nd
August, 2021
Vinchurni Dates- 23rd to 26th
September (3N/4D
Mumbai-Mumbai)
Grassland ecosystem are
already under threat. Remnants of some grassy patches can be observed during
this camp.
Camp Charges: Rs. 13,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 23rd Sept (Thursday) and return on 26th
Sept (Sunday) by 7.30PM (Subject to traffic).
Last Date to register: 1st
September, 2021
Kaas Dates- 29th to 30th September (1N/2D Mumbai-Mumbai)
Good opportunity for plant
lovers to observe indigenous and endemic plant diversity.
Camp Charges: Rs. 7,000/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 29th (Wednesday)
and return on 30th (Thursday) by 7.30PM (Subject to traffic).
Last Date to register: 1st
September, 2021.
OCTOBER
Phansad Dates- 9th to 10th
October (1N/2D Mumbai-Mumbai)
Phansad is a very promising
destination, it offers variety of sightings and peace of mind to all nature
enthusiasts.
Camp Charges: Rs. 5,750/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 9th Oct (Saturday) and return on 10th Oct
(Sunday) by 7.30PM (Subject to traffic)
Last Date to register: 14th
September, 2021
Pachmarhi, Bori, Madhai Dates- 17th to 24th October (7N/8D Mumbai-Mumbai)
Get in-sink with nature. Experience
beautiful Satpuda along with India’s oldest forest preserve-established in
1865.
Camp Charges: Rs. 30,000 (Includes:
Permissions, Entry fees, Safari, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets (3AC) from Mumbai–Pipariya-Mumbai).
Last Date to register: 14th
June, 2021
November
Nallamalai,
Kurnool Dates- 7th to 13th
November (6N/7D Mumbai - Mumbai)
The flowing Krishna River
adds magic to the Eastern Ghats and the vivid landscapes of Nallamala supports
various life forms.
Camp Charges: Rs. 25,000 (Includes:
Permissions, Entry fees, Safari, Stay, Food, Travel, Train tickets (3AC) from Mumbai–Guntakal-Mumbai).
Last Date to register: 5th
July, 2021
Matheran Dates- 27th to 28th November (1N/2D Neral - Neral)
Smallest hill station of the
Western Ghats it has always been a charming place for all nature lovers.
Camp Charges: Rs. 4,500/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by shared taxi from Neral
to Neral).
Last Date to register: 1st
November, 2021
DECEMBER
Jawhar Dates- 11th to 12th
December (1N/2D Mumbai - Mumbai)
Jawhar is home to various
Tribes and has a rich historical background that will take you back to the 15th
Century.
Camp Charges: Rs. 6,250/-
(Includes: Permissions, Entry fees, Stay, Food and Travel by private bus from
Mumbai to Mumbai). Bus will start at 6.30am sharp from Hindu Colony Road No.1,
Dadar (East) on 11th December (Saturday) and return on 12th
December (Sunday) by 7.30PM (Subject to traffic)
Last Date to register: 22nd
November, 2021
Lakshadweep Dates- 24th to 30th December (6N/7D Agatti - Agatti)
The kaleidoscopic underwater
view at Lakshadweep is not only breathtaking but also very rich in marine
biodiversity. One doesn’t has to know swimming as one can enjoy the marine life
while snorkeling. You can also opt for scuba diving and other water sport as
per wish (at extra cost). Kindly make sure to get in-touch with us before
making any payments as ILP is required to visit Lakshadweep.
Camp Charges: Rs. 49,500 (Includes:
Permissions, Permits to Lakshadweep, Entry fees, one snorkeling session, Stay,
Food, Travel from Agatti–Agatti).
Last Date to register: 15th
September, 2021.
Rules & Regulations to be followed
during OikoEssence Camps & Trails
1. Oikoessence Nature Camps and trails are educational camps and not luxury camps or picnics.
2. Basic necessities will be provided
like rooms on double or triple shared basis, simple and wholesome vegetarian
food (tea/coffee, breakfast, lunch, and dinner), clean accommodation and
toilets. During visits to remote forest areas participants will have to use
common washrooms or open air toilets and rough it out.
3. During multiple accommodation facilities at the camp site participants must
adjust to them and no separate accommodation will be provided. The group leader
will decide the room allotments and the participants in the room, no
alterations will be done.
4. Participants must follow strict discipline and no misbehavior will be
tolerated any participant found doing so may be requested to leave the camp.
5. Detailed program/itinerary of the following day will be briefed one day in
advance.
6. Participants have to adhere to the given itinerary and no alterations by the
participants will be entertained.
7. Participants should strictly follow the instructions of the group leader.
8. Smoking and consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
9. Participants should take care of their belongings & valuable articles
& will be solely responsible for them.
10. No portage will be provided.
11. Mineral water will not be provided unless mentioned.
12. OikoEssence will not be responsible for any mishap or catastrophe.
13. Wear comfortable walking shoes and never wear any high heels foot wear.
14. Please carry Water bottle, Cap, Torch, Mosquito repellents, Personal
medicines and toiletries.
15. Do not wear any kind of perfume or deodorant while in the sanctuary.
16. Do not carry any music system or MP3, etc. in forest area.
17. Do not carry any inflammables and do not light fire in the forest area.
18. Do not tease any wild animal or destroy habitat of the Park or Sanctuary.
19. Carry clothes according to climate and season (do not wear red, white or any
bright/fluorescent colours).
20. If a camp is canceled by OikoEssence for reasons such as lack of enough
participation, unless any expense is incurred, a 100 % refund will be given.
Participants who cancel their seats prior to cancellation of the camp will not
get a complete refund. 50% of the total camp cost will be deducted for
cancellation done 15 days prior to the commencement of camp. After that no
refund will be given.
21.
Vehicles/transport used for local sightseeing/safaris etc mentioned in the programme
are Non-AC private vehicles.
Payment
Details: Payments are
accepted by Cash/Cheque/NEFT (should in Favor of – ‘Oikoessence
Edutours LLP’). Before transferring any amount, participants
must inform us either by Email/phone. Our bank details are as follows:
State Bank of India
A/c name: Oikoessence Eduours LLP
A/c No.: 37485993230, Current Account
IFSC: SBIN0003428
Address: N. M. Joshi Marg, Lower parel, Mumbai: 400013
HDFC Bank
A/c name: Oikoessence Eduours LLP
A/c No.: 50200029911271, Current Account
IFSC: HDFC0009040
Address: N. M. Joshi Marg, Mumbai: 400011
