Oikoessence
With Nature in Mind
For details and registrations get in
touch with us on
Email id: oikoessence@gmail.com; Ph:
9969440476 / 9869611810
Please go through the Rules &
Regulations, given at the end of this schedule, to be followed during Oikoessence
Camps & Trails before registering.
Residential Nature Camps
January, 2016
23rd – 24th January,
2016 – Mhasa village and Gorakhgad Maharashtra
Experience
the village fair of Mhasa. The village holds an annual fair on full moon day of
the ‘Poush’ (Indian lunar calendar) month. Good chance to observe great variety
of bullocks that are sold during this event along with other regular village
fair market. Explore the Gorakhgad and its biodiversity. The aim of this trail
will be the biodiversity observation and not to reach the top of the fort.
Camp charges: Rs. 3250/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, home-stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 4th
January, 2016.
Meeting
point and time: Bus will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar station
(E) at 6.30am sharp.
30th – 31st January,
2016 – Nandur Madhameshwar
The
shallow water ponds of Nandur madhmeshwar are filled with lot of silts and
organic matter that attract variety of birds turning this place in a good
birding sight.
Camp charges: Rs. 4300/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport (by private vehicle) Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 13th
January, 2016.
Meeting
point and time: Bus will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar station
(E) at 6.30am sharp.
February, 2016
20th – 21th
February – Bhigwan
Ujani -
A man made dam on Bhima river located near Bhigwan, attracts a lot of birds
during winters.
Camp charges: Rs. 4300/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 3rd
February, 2016.
Meeting
point and time: Bus will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar station
(E) at 6.30am sharp.
26th – 28th
February – Talasari and Silvassa
Talasari
is a rural taluka of Thane district and hold good variety of biodiversity in
its forest. Silvassa is derived from a Portuguese word – Silva referring to
‘wood’. However, we will be having birding and nature walks in gardens of
Silvassa and forests of Talasasari.
Camp charges: Rs. 7250/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 10th
February, 2016.
Meeting
point and time: Bus will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar station
(E) at 6.30am sharp.
March, 2016
8th – 13th March,
2016 – Kaziranga and Nameri
Learn
more about grassland ecosystems in largest undivided are of Brahmaputra Valley
and observe majestic faunal beauty like Gaur, One Horned Rhinoceros and Swamp
deer. The last house of White winged wood dove – The Nameri National Park and
tiger reserve is one of the richest and most threatened reservoirs of
India.
Camp charges: Rs. 25,250/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport (by private vehicle) from Guwahati to Guwahati.
Flight
tickets for Mumbai-Guwahati-Mumbai can be booked at actual (in addition to charges mentioned above).
Registration before: 4th
January, 2016.
25th – 27th March,
2016 – Velas
This
coastal village of Maharashtra is about 200 kms away from Mumbai and is a
crucial site for nesting of olive ridley turtles.
Camp charges: Rs. 4000/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport (by private vehicle) Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 9th
March, 2016
Bus
will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar Station (E) at 6.30am sharp.
April, 2016
12th – 19th April,
2016 – Ghatgarh, Sattal, Pangot and Jageshwar, Uttarakhand
Explore
the Himalayan biodiversity, people and their culture by visiting Ghatgarh. It
is a birding paradise. Sattal is one for the few unpolluted and unspoiled
freshwater biomes in India. Pangot- a popular hill station near Nainital also,
known for its birds. Surrounded by Deodar forest, the cluster of Jageshwar
temples depicts the ancient culture and design.
Camp
charges:
Plan –
A (Mumbai – Mumbai)
Camp Charges: Rs. 38,750/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food (except during flight and train journey), stay and transport
Mumbai to Mumbai. (flight tickets - Mumbai-Delhi-Mumbai)
Registration before: 25th December,
2015.
Plan –
B (Delhi – Delhi)
Camp Charges: Rs. 32,750/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Delhi to Delhi.
Registration before: 15th February,
2016.
21st – 25th April,
2016 – Gir National Park
Last
refuge for the Asiatic lions – the Gir national park gives a memorable
experience of dry deciduous forests in the semi arid western part of India.
Camp charges: Rs. 12,000/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 16th December,
2015.
Journey
Details: Mumbai - Veraval –Mumbai 3Ac.
21st April, (Thursday),
2016: Departure by 19005 Saurashtra Mail from BCT at 20.25hrs. Reach Veraval at
15.45hrs on 22nd April, 2016.
24th April (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 59460 VRL BCT Pass Ex from Veraval at 13.20hrs. Reach BCT at
07.10hrs on 25th April, 2016.
May, 2016
6th – 14th May,
2016 – Great Himalayan National Park
Explore
the Western Himalayan culture and biodiversity. The Great Himalayan National
Park is a part of Himalayan biodiversity Hotspot which is a home of several
threatened faunal species.
Camp charges: Rs. 20950/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 1st
January, 2016.
Journey
Details:
6th May (Friday), 2016:
Departure by 12953 AUG KR RAJ EXP from BCT at 17.40hrs. Reach H Nizamuddin at 10.55hrs
on 7th May, 2016.
13th May (Friday), 2016:
Departure by 12954 AUG KR RAJ EXP from H Nizamuddin at 16.50hrs. Reach BCT 09.45hrs
on 14th May, 2016.
26th – 30th May,
2016 – Pench National Park
The
safaris in the Land of Mogli i.e. Pench National Park will help in
understanding therichness of biodiversity of the Satpuda ranges.
Camp charges: Rs. 13,850/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 21st January,
2016.
Journey
Details: second sleeper class
26th May (Thursday),
2016: Departure by 12289 Nagpur Duronto from Mumbai CST at 20.15hrs. Reach
Nagpur at 07.20hrs on 27th May, 2016.
29th May (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 12290 Nagpur CSTM Duronto from Nagpur at 20.40hrs. Reach
Mumbai CST at 07.55hrs on 25th February, 2016.
June, 2016
11th – 12h June,
2016 – Paachgani
Located
in the middle of five hills / platues the Paachgani offers scenic beauty and
variety of biodiversity to campers.
Camp charges: Rs. 3850/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 2nd June,
2016.
Bus
will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar station (E) at 6.30am sharp.
23th – 27th June,
2016 – Archeological Aurangabad - Ajanta, Ellora, Paithan and Daulatabad
Explore
ancient Indian art and architecture of UNESCO World Heritage monuments in
Aurangabad.
Camp charges: Rs. 7,850/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 19th
February, 2016.
Journey
Details:
23rd June (Thursday),
2016: Departure by 17617 Tapovan Express from Mumbai CST at 06.15hrs. Reach Aurangabad
at 13.15hrs on 24th May, 2016.
26th June (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 11402 Nandigram Exp from Aurangabad at 21.35hrs. Reach
Mumbai CST at 05.35hrs on 27th June, 2016.
July, 2016
9th – 10th July,
2016 – Siddhagad
Siddhagad
is known for its wonderful forest surroundings. Walking towards Siddhagad in
monsoon will be a pleasant experience.
Camp charges: Rs. 3800/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 27th June,
2016.
Bus
will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar Station (E) at 6.30am sharp.
August, 2016
12th – 16th August,
2016 – Mandu and Bagh caves, Madhya Pradesh
Wrapped
in lush green surroundings Vindhyas the Mandu is perfect example of Afghan
architecture. Bagh caves are known for mural paintings by master painters of
ancient India.
Camp charges: Rs. 8650/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 6th
April, 2016.
Journey
Details:
12th August (Friday),
2016: Departure by 12961 Avantika Express from BCT at 19.10hrs. Reach Indore JN
BG at 09.15hrs on 13th August, 2016.
15th August (Monday),
2016: Departure by 12962 Avantika Exp from Indore JN BG at 16.25hrs. Reach BCT
at 06.10hrs on 16th August, 2016.
26th – 29th August,
2016 – Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
This
unique wildlife sanctuary is located near Karad, Maharashtra. It is almost
entirely man-made with an area of about 10.87sq kms.
Camp charges: Rs. 4500/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 21st
April, 2016.
Journey
Details:
26th August (Friday),
2016: Departure by 171411 Mahalaxmi Express from Mumbai CST at 20.23hrs. Reach Kirloskarwadi
at 04.43hrs on 27th August, 2016.
28th August (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 171412 Mahalaxmi Exp from Kirloskarwadi at 22.25hrs. Reach
Mumbai CST at 07.25hrs on 29th August, 2016.
September, 2016
24th – 25th September,
2016 – Kaas Plateau
Listed
under UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Kaas plateau is a home for many
indigenous and endemic plants especially ground flora. Flowering of Balsams,
Utricularias and Karvi bushes offers a spectacular view. It is a very good
opportunity for plants lovers to observe variety of monsoon plant diversity.
Camp charges: Rs. 4250/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 9th
September, 2016.
Bus
will leave from Swaminarayan temple opposite Dadar station (E) at 6.30am sharp.
October, 2016
6th – 10th October,
2016 – Toranmal and Baripada
Toranmal
is one of less crowded hill stations of Maharashtra. Explore this part of
Satpuda range and its flora and fauna. A very good example of community work
can be seen in Baripada village. Villagers came together for protection of
their own forest and also formed a Forest Protection Committee to strengthen it
further.
Camp charges: Rs. 6950/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 9th June,
2016.
Journey
Details: 3AC
6th October, (Thursday),
2016: Departure by 59441 Ahmedabad Pass from BCT at 22.40hrs. Reach Nandurbar
at 12.45hrs on 7th October, 2016.
9th October (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 51118 DHI CSN Pass from Dhule at 19.20hrs. Reach Mumbai CST at
04.05hrs on 10th October, 2016.
12th – 16th October,
2016 – Jaisalmer
Explore
the golden city of Jaisalmer and Sam sand dunes which are part of the Thar
dessert.
Camp charges: Rs. 17,000/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport from Jodhpur to Jodhpur.
Registration before: 28th July,
2016.
Flight
tickets from Mumbai-Jodhpur-Mumbai or from any other city to-n-fro Jodhpur can
be booked at extra cost (at actuals).
November, 2016
2th – 6th November,
2016 – Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary, Chattisgarh
Chattisgarh
holds tremendous amount of biodiversity. Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary is a
Tiger Reserve and is close to Amarkantak - the origin of River Narmada.
Camp charges: Rs. 14,500/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 28th June,
2016.
Journey
Details: 3AC
2nd November (Wednesday),
2016: Departure by 12261 Howarh Duronto from Mumbai CST at 17.15hrs. Reach Bilaspur
JN at 09.55hrs on3rd November, 2016.
6th November (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 12860 Gitanjali EXP from Bilaspur JN at 00.45hrs. Reach CSTM 21.20hrs
on 6th November, 2016.
20th – 26th November,
2016 – Hampi, Badami and Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary
Hampi
and Badami both are renowned World Heritage sites and have architectural
marvels. Get a chance to observe Karadi –
Local name for Sloth Bear in its natural habitat at Daroji.
Camp charges: Rs. 14,800/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 15th
July, 2016
Journey
Details:
20th November (Sunday),
2016: Departure by 17322 LTT Hubli Exp from LTT at 21.15hrs. Reach Badami at 13.48hrs
on 21st November, 2016.
25th November –
Overnight Sleeper bus Journey from Hampi to Goa.
26th November (Saturday),
2016: Departure by 12052 Janshatabdi Exp from Madgaon at 14.30hrs. Reach Dadar
at 23.05hrs on 26th November, 2016.
December, 2016
10th – 14th December,
2016 – Kumbhalgadh Sanctuary, Rajasthan
Named
after the impressive historic fort of Kumbhalgarh, the sanctuary is located in
Aravali hills. One can observe good number of fauna.
Camp charges: Rs. 15,550/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food, stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 5th
October, 2016
The
cost includes food, stay and transport from Udaipur to Udaipur.
Flight
tickets from Mumbai-Udaipur-Mumbai or from any other city to-n-fro Udaipur can
be booked at extra cost (at actual).
24th – 30th December,
2016 – Vedanthangal, Pichavaram and Puducherry (Pondicherry)
Vedanthangal
bird sanctuary is a sanctuary protected by locals and one can observe many
species of birds. Mangroves of Pichavaram are truly magnificent. Puducherry is
a union territory of India. Influence of French architecture is a unique
feature of its housing.
Camp charges: Rs. 18,350/- per head. 10% discount for a child below 12 yrs.
The
cost includes food (except train journey), stay and transport Mumbai to Mumbai.
Registration before: 20th August,
2016.
Journey
Details:
24th December (Saturday),
2016: Departure by 11017 Karaikal Exp from LTT at 12.05hrs. Reach Chennai
Egmore at 11.008hrs on 25th December, 2016.
28th December (Wednesday),
2016: Departure by 11006 Chalukya Exp from Puducherry at 20.30hrs. Reach Dadar
at 05.45hrs on 30th December, 2016.
Participants should bear their own
expenses for travel and food and entry tickets (wherever required). Oikoessence
will not bear any expenses for participants, unless mentioned.
Carry cap, sunglasses, and rainwear
according to the season.
Prior registration is compulsory.
Duration of the trail will vary depending
upon the sightings. However tentative duration is mentioned in the schedule.
Group
size - 5-20 participants.
Registrations will be on first come first
serve basis.
May, 2016
1st May, 2016 – Observe
Maharshtra Day with Nature.
Walk
from Cotton green to Byculla zoo.
Meeting
point: Cotton green station (vashi end of Platform no. 2). Meeting time:
7.30am. Duration: 3 hrs
Charges – Free
June, 2016
5th June, 2016 – Tansa
Wildlife Sanctuary.
Spend
the world environment day in natural forest surroundings and help us in
dispersing seeds of indigenous plants in the nearby area of Tansa.
Meeting
point: Swaminarayn temple, Dadar east. Bus will start at 6.30am sharp.
Charges – Rs. 1000/- per head. The cost includes Food (breakfast, lunch
and evening tea); Travel by private vehicle Mumbai-Mumbai.
July, 2016
24th July, 2016 – Yeoor
Have a
look at monsoon flora and lots of arthropods in Yeoor forest range.
Meeting
point: Patonapada, Yeoor; Time: 8.00am, Duration: 3 hrs
Charges – Free. Park entry fee and guide fee has to be paid
by participants.
August, 2016
7th August, 2016 – Sagargad
machi.
Situated
in Alibaug, this fort gives a spectacular view of Alibaug region.
Meeting
point: Swaminarayn temple, Dadar east. Bus will start at 6.30am sharp.
Charges – Rs. 1000/- per head. The cost includes Food (breakfast, lunch
and evening tea); Travel by private vehicle Mumbai-Mumbai
September, 2016
18th September, 2016 – Prabal
machi.
Located
in between Panvel and Matheran this place holds variety of monsoon flora.
Meeting
point: Swaminarayn temple, Dadar east. Bus will start at 6.30am sharp.
Charges – Rs. 1000/- per head. The cost includes Food (breakfast, lunch
and evening tea); Travel by private vehicle Mumbai-Mumbai
October, 2016
2nd October, 2016 – Animal
Hospital campus, Parel (subject to permission)
The
campus of the animal hospital is one of the few green patches left in the city
of Mumbai. It houses varieties of tree species that attracts variety of lesser
fauna.
Meeting
point: Main gate of animal hospital, Parel; Time: 8.00am, Duration: 3 hrs
Charges – Free.
November, 2016
27th November, 2016 – Owalekarwadi
Owalekarwadi
planned butterfly habitat and attracts good number of butterflies.
Meeting
point: Owala village bus stop; Time: 08.00am, Duration: 3 hrs
Charges – Free. Entry fee for the Owalekarwadi has to be
paid by participants.
December, 2016
18th December, 2016 – Elephanta
Island
Elephanta
is a world renowned heritage site. But, the flora and fauna of natural
environment cannot be ignored.
Meeting
point: Ticket counter, Gateway of India; Time: 8.00am, Duration: half day
Charges – Free. Entry fee/s and guide fee has to be
paid by participants. Please note that participants should bear their ferry
charges Mumbai-Elephanta-Mumbai.
Tasty
Trails
: April, 2016
Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd
April, 2016 – Tasty Trails to Matunga East and Dadar West
Matunga
and Dadar both are famous for their authentic cuisines. Dadar west has lot to
offer when it comes to variety of Maharashtrian food and Matunga east serves
taste of Southern India. Last Date to register: 28th March, 2016.
This
program will be conducted four batches (twice at each place). Details are as
follows-
2nd April –
Batch 1 – Time:
7.30am to 12.00pm; Place - Matunga East; Meeting point – Entrance of
Ramnarayan Ruia College, Matunga east; Charge
– 550/- per head.
Batch 2 – Time: 05.00pm to 8.00pm; Place – Dadar
west; Meeting point – entrance of Nakshatra mall; Charge – 300/- per head.
3rd April –
Batch 3 - Time: 7.30am to 12pm; Place – Dadar west;
Meeting point – entrance of Nakshatra mall; Charge – 300/- per head.
Batch 4 - Time: 05.00pm to 8.00pm; Place - Matunga
East; Meeting point – Entrance of Ramnarayan Ruia College, Matunga east; Charge – 550/- per head.
(Please
note at each food joint pre-decided vegetarian dishes will be served. However,
one can order anything else at extra cost)
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 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 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 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 walkman, 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.
