Velas Turtle Festival With Bankot Fort & Harihareshwar Temple

Velas Turtle Festival With Bankot Fort & Harihareshwar Temple

Velas Turtle Festival With Bankot Fort & Harihareshwar Temple

Trek Highlights

Easy-Moderate

Difficulty Level

~ 2 hours

Trekking Time

2 km

Distance Covered

30

Max People On The Trek

Get ready to witness the magical moments at the Velas Turtle Festival, where you will witness the miracle of baby Olive Ridley turtles hatching and making their way to the sea! This is an experience you won't want to miss. Join the conservation efforts, snap some awesome pics for the 'gram, and create memories that will last a lifetime. So pack your bags, grab your squad, and let's head to Velas for a lit time with some cute turtles!
Get ready to witness the magical moments at the Velas Turtle Festival, where you will witness the miracle of baby Olive Ridley turtles hatching and making their way to the sea! This is an experience you won't want to miss. Join the conservation efforts, snap some awesome pics for the 'gram, and create memories that will last a lifetime. So pack your bags, grab your squad, and let's head to Velas for a lit time with some cute turtles!
Get ready to witness the magical moments at the Velas Turtle Festival, where you will witness the miracle of baby Olive Ridley turtles hatching and making their way to the sea! This is an experience you won't want to miss. Join the conservation efforts, snap some awesome pics for the 'gram, and create memories that will last a lifetime. So pack your bags, grab your squad, and let's head to Velas for a lit time with some cute turtles!

Itinerary

🎯Day 1

➡️ 09:00 PM: Pick up from Kharadi by-pass

➡️ 09:10 PM: Pick up from (opposite to) Pheonix Marketcity, Viman Nagar

➡️ 09:30 PM: Pick up from Shivaji Nagar, Bank of Maharashtra

➡️ 10:15 PM: Pick up from Wakad - Indian Oil Petrol Pump (Sukhwani Petrol Pump)

➡️ 10:30 PM: Shivaji Chowk- Hinjewadi Phase 1

➡️ 11:00 PM: Pick Up from Hinjewadi Phase 3 Megapolis

🎯Day 2

➡️ 05:00 AM: Reach base village, freshen up

➡️ 06:30 AM: Enjoy the beautiful sunrise & behold for the magical moment of baby turtles taking their first steps towards the sea

➡️ 07:30 AM: Have breakfast

➡️ 10:30 AM: Depart for Bankot Fort

➡️ 12:30 PM: Explore Bankot Fort

➡️ 01:30 PM: Have Lunch

➡️ 02:30 PM: Leave for Harihareshwar Temple via ferry

➡️ 06:00 PM: Start Return Journey

➡️ 10:30 PM: Back to Pune (Tentatively)

Trip ends but the beautiful memories stay forever

Inclusions

🚌 Travel via Non AC Private Bus from Pune to Pune

🌳 Entry Fee

🧗‍♂️ Certified Mountaineer Expertise

🥘 Food: 1 Breakfast (Poha + Tea) & 1 Veg Lunch (Veg Thali)

🚤 Ferry charges

⛑️ Emergency Basic First Aid

Exclusions

• Any expense of personal nature i.e. packaged drinking water/ tea/ coffee/ cold drinks etc. while travelling.

• Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

How To Prepare For Adventure

• Carry 2-3 liters of water for the trek & stay hydrated.

• Carry light snacks & fruits for the trek.

• Take out your trek pants, trekking/sports shoes (Mandatory).

• Sunscreen.

• Cap to protect you from sun.

• Carry your personal medication if any.

• Extra Pair of clothes (if required).

• Flip flops for your return journey (expert advise).

Payment Details

Trek Cost:

₹ 1,899

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For bookings, do check the availability of the trek.

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Phone Pay UPI ID: unhike@ibl

Trek Rules

• Age Limit: 8 years and above Kids below 16 years to be accompanied with parents.

• Smoking and drinking is strictly prohibited on trek.

• Littering during the trek is prohibited.

• Do not carry valuable things like jewellery or any other things.

• The sponsors/performers/organizers are not responsible for any injury or damage occurring due to the event.

• Timings mentioned are based upon prior experiences. However, the timings may vary depending upon external factors such as traffic, group speed, route/ weather conditions etc.

Cancellation And Refunds

In case of cancellation of trek (1D or 1D/1N) :

  • 3 weeks prior to the trek: 100% refund as Unhike Voucher

  • 2 week prior to the trek: 50% refund as Unhike Voucher

  • 1 week prior to the trek: NO REFUND

  • Cancellation on grounds of sickness/ periods: One can transfer the seat to their friend. However, we as organizers cannot help one find last moment replacement or refund the amount

  • No show No Refund


In case of cancellation of trip/trek (2+ Days):

  • 60 days prior to the trip: 100% refund as Unhike voucher

  • 30 days prior to the trip: 50% refund as Unhike voucher

  • Less than 30 days prior to the trip: NO REFUND

  • No show No Refund


We rarely cancel any of our events. However,

  • In case we are unbale to meet the minimum number of participants for our event i.e. 12 participants. Unhike reserves the right to cancel the event & refund the "booking amount".

  • In case of any change/cancellation of the event due to any reasons before departure, Unhike will refund “booking amount” only.

  • In case of changes/cancellation of the event after departure arising from circumstances amounting to “force majeure” or for any other reason beyond our control, Unhike shall not be liable to refund the amount already deposited. Suitable alternative arrangements will be made whenever possible.