Matheran Nature Trail on 24th July 2016

Welcome to the Mountains of Monsoon!! 

As its a monsoon season, one will experience the real beauty of Matheran. Experience the green mat and the moving curtains.

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a guided Nature Trail in the evergreen forest of Matheran on Sunday, 24th July 2016.

Bio Diversity you can study - Flowers, Reptiles, Birds and Mammals (Subject to sightings)

Do not miss the opportunity to witness the uniqueness of Matheran.

Waterfall Rappelling at Bekare Waterfall 2016

Rappelling down the waterfall is an experience of a lifetime! The sound of the cascading water along with the mist & spray that accompanies it makes the descend, a thrilling experience.

One can also choose to relax in a safe pond with a mini cascading waterfall which in itself is Therapeutic.

Join us for this One Full Day of Mind Blowing Adventure Rush.

Batch 1: Saturday, 6th August 2016
Batch 2: Sunday, 7th August 2016

Water Rafting at Kundalika River

Rafting or white water rafting is a challenging recreational outdoor activity using an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other bodies of water. This is usually done on white water or different degrees of rough water, in order to thrill and excite the raft passengers.

We at Nisarga Bhraman have arranged an adventure trip of River Rafting in the Kundalika River at Kolad. 

Batch 1 - Saturday, 9th July 2016
Batch 2 - Saturday, 16th July 2016

One Day Trek to Matheran via Garbet Plateau on 10th July 2016

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a one day trek to the Matheran via Garbet Plateau on Sunday, 10th July 2016.

Photo Clicked by - Mario Mascarenhas

About the place: 

Matheran is a most famous Hill Station situated in Karjat Tahsil, Raigad District of Maharashtra and the smalled in India. It is located on the range of Western Ghats at height of 800 m (2625 Feet) above sea level. The name Matheran means either ‘Forest on Top’ or ‘Woodland overhead’. Matheran as a Hill Station was discovered by a British, Mr. Huge Mallet, the then Collector of Thane, in 1850.

Wild Amboli Weekend trip

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a 'Wild Amboli Expedition' to study and photograph Herpetofauna and Biodiversity of Amboli.

Batch 1: 18th June 2016

About the place -

Amboli is a small hill-station nestled in the western ghats at the height of 710 meters above the sea level. This hill station in Sindhudurga district is knoknown as 'Cheerapunji of Maharashtra'. Its one of the cleanest and greenest hill stations for the wildlife. A dream destination for Naturalists, Amboli literally blossoms in the monsoon. A walk on green misty trails, beautiful scenery, waterfalls, a loads of biodiversity and delicious konkani food makes it a perfect location for a short trip.

Trek to Dudhsagar Waterfall

We at Nisarga Bhraman invites you to visit spectacular Dudhsagar Waterfall and a Jungle Trek.

Batch 1 on 17th – 18th September 2016

Batch 2 on 24th – 25th September 2016

About Dudhsagar Waterfall -

Region: Goa (Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary)
Difficulty Level: Easy
Endurance Level: Medium

Wildlife Trip to Sasan - Gir

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a wildlife trip to Sasan - Gir which is the only home for Asiatic Lions in India. Grab the opportunity to experience the wilderness.

Tour Dates - 14th April to 17th April 2016

Tour Duration - 3 Days & 2 Nights 

About Sasan Gir -

Gir National Park & Wildlife Sanctuary comprises 1412 sq km of deciduous forest interspersed with semi - evergreen and evergreen flora, acacia, scrub jungle, grasslands and rocky hills. Fed by perennial and seasonal rivers and streams, the sanctuary has large water bodies like the Kamleshwar Dam that are good for crocodiles and birds. It is the last abode of the big and regal predator Asiatic lion (Panthera leo persica), an endangered species.

One Day Trek to Tung Fort on 27th Sept 2015

Nisarga Bhraman invites you to one day monsoon trek to Tung Fort on Sunday 27th Sept 2015




About the place -

Grade: Easy
Endurance : Easy
Base Village: Tungwadi / Peth Shahapur

Tung fort is also named as Kathingad fort. The fort is conical in shape. The Fort was built by the Adil Shahi dynasty. Its shape and structure suggest that its main function was as a watchtower guarding the rout to Pune city. From top of the fort we can easily locate Lohgad, Vidsapur, Tikona and a lot of area in the Maval region of the Pawana and Mulshi valley

Wildlife Trip to Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve on 25th March 2016

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a wildlife tour to Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve on the long weekend of Good Friday on 25th March 2016.

Date: 25th March to 27th March 2016

Duration: 3 Days & 2 Nights

Jungle Safari: 4 nos

Image downloaded from - http://www.sociocosmo.com/

About Tadoba:

Tadoba Tiger reserve borrows its name from the local Tribal lord Taru. Legend has it that lord Taru was killed in a fight with a Tiger. The people from adjoining villages held a procession in honour of the lord until the government banned the procession ever since the forest was declared a Tiger Reserve.

The forest is famous for carnivore animals such as Tiger, Leopard, Bears, Wild Dogs and Hyenas. It also has a rich population of Spotted Deer, Sambar Deer and Indian Gaur i.e Wild Oxe. The forest is spread over 625 sq. km. Of the total 625 sq. km, Tadoba National Park constitues 116.55 sq. km. which was created in the year 1955. Rest of the area is called the Reserve. In Tadoba, recorded species consist of 45 species of Mammals, 279 species of Birds, 94 species of Butterflies, 26 species of Spiders, 30 species of Reptiles.

Ranathambor Tiger Safari on 22nd January 2015

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a trip to visit the land of Tigers – Ranathambore (Sawai Madhopur) on 22nd Jan 2016. Utilize the long weekend of the republic Day and join us for the amazing experience in the wilderness.

Tour Date: 22nd January 2016 to 26th January 2016

Duration: 3D / 2N

About Ranathambore: Ranathambore, the hunting place for the Maharajas of Jaipur in the earlier time, now the famous Tiger Reserve of Rajastan in India. One of the best place to see a majestic predators in the wild.

Ranathambore National Park is in Sawai Madhopur District of Rajasthan state and is located at the junction of the Aravalli and Vindhya hill range.

One Day Trek to Kothaligad on 30th August 2015

Kothaligad is one of the famous forts in Maharashtra located near Karjat and is ideal for a day hike in Monsoon. Join s as we, at Nisarga Bhraman have arranged a one day trek to Kothaligad (Peth Fort) on Sunday, 30th August 2015. 

About the Fort - 

Height: 3100 Feet above MSL

Grade: Easy +

Region: Karjat

Kothaligad is a small Fort, situated to the east of Karjat near Ambivali village. It is one of the famous treks in the Karjat area and popular amongst travellers because of its small height and easy climbing. It is also known as the Fort of Peth because of its vicinity to Peth village at its base. There is a small temple and large cave at the base and a chimney like tunnel to the top of the fort. This pinnacle is carved from inside and a staircase is hewn out of rocks  to reach the top. That is a probable reason the fort is known as Kothligad. Caves on the top were used for storage of ammunition. Many water cisterns, Fortification wall, Craved entrance, Canon, Cave with decorated carvings on pillars and Local Daity Bhairav are situated on the fort. Padargad, Peb, Matheran, Siddhagad, Bhimashankar mountain range can be seen from the fort.

One Day Trek to Thanale Caves on 16th August 2015

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a one day monsoon trek to Thanale Caves on Sunday, 16th August 2015 

About the place - 

Grade: Easy
Endurance : Easy
Base Village: Thanale

Thanale Caves is group of 23 Buddhist Caves located near Sudhagad in Raigad, 18 km from Pali. These caves are simple and belong to the first century B.C. It has two Chaityas, two Stupas and rest are Viharas. It is said that during fight with British Vasudev Balwant Phadke took shelter in these caves.

Tour to Junagadh - Somnath & Sasan Gir on 4th Nov 2015

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a wildlife Trip to Sasan Gir, the only adobe for Asiatic Lion in India along with Historical Cities of Junagadh and Somnath.

Tour Date: 4th Nov to 7th Nov 2015

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights

About Sasan Gir - Gir National Park & Wildlife Sanctuary comprises 1412 sq km of deciduous forest interspersed with semi - evergreen and evergreen flora, acacia, scrub jungle, grasslands and rocky hills. Fed by perennial and seasonal rivers and streams, the sanctuary has large water bodies like the Kamleshwar Dam that are good for crocodiles and birds. It is the last abode of the big and regal predator Asiatic lion (Panthera leo persica), an endangered species.

Wildlife Trip to Pench National Park on 29th Oct 2015

The raised stress levels due to work & commute; the pollution that is no longer just felt but is visible; and many more are the things that every city dweller strives to get away from! Join us at Nisarga Bhraman as we head out to explore the calm and clean Jungle of Pench in Madhya Pradesh.

Get ready to experience the Wilderness in Pench...

Tour Date: 29th October 2015 to 31st October 2015

Duration: 3D / 2N

About Pench: Located in the southern boundery of Madhya Pradesh and the districts of Seoni and Chhindawara, the Pench Tiger Reserve is named after the Pench river, flowing through the Satpura Hills. Pench Tiger Reserve and its neighbourhood is the original setting of Mowglee and Sherkhan (Rudyard Kipling's most famous work, The Jungle Book).

Pench National Park, comprising of 758 SQ Kms, out of which a core area of 299 sq km is the national park and and remaining 464 sq km is the buffer area. Rich in its biodiversity, its terrain defined by hills, valleys and the occasional precipitous slope, Pench is an important ecosystem supporting an abundance of flora and fauna, including a rich variety of aquatic life.

One Day Trek to Peb Fort on 5th July 2015

The fort of Peb, located conveniently close to Matheran is a wonderful weekend getaway for most Mumbaikars and Punekars; interested in trekking. The hike to the fort is of medium grade and takes around 2.5 hours if climbed from Neral or 1.5 hrs from Matheran, which allows one the experience of walking on the tracks of the Neral - Matheran Mini Train. The fort is impressive and the view from the top is mind blowing. 

Nisarga Bhraman is heading to the Fort Peb / Vikatgad near Matheran on Sunday, 5th July 2015 for a one day trek. We will be climbing it from Matheran route. Join us for this enjoyable yet adventurous hike.

Nature Trail in Matheran on 5th July 2015

Welcome to the Mountains of Monsoon!! 
As its a monsoon season, one will experience the real beauty of Matheran. Experience the green mat and the moving curtains.

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a guided Nature Trail in the evergreen forest of Matheran on Sunday, 5th July 2015.

Bio Diversity you can study - Flowers, Reptiles, Birds and Mammals (Subject to sightings)

Do not miss the opportunity to witness the uniqueness of Matheran.

Waterfall Rappelling at Bhivpuri

Rappelling down the waterfall is an experience of a lifetime! The sound of the cascading water along with the mist & spray that accompanies it makes the descend, a thrilling experience.

One can also choose to relax in a safe pond with a mini cascading waterfall which in itself is Therapeutic.

Join us for this One Full Day of Mind Blowing Adventure Rush.

Batch 1: Sunday, 19th July 2015
Batch 2: Saturday, 8th August 2015
Batch 3: Sunday, 23rd August 2015

Wildlife trip to Tadoba on 15-16-17 May 2015

The raised stress levels due to work & commute; the pollution that is no longer just felt but is visible; and many more are the things that every city dweller strives to get away from! Join us at Nisarga Bhraman as we head out to explore the Jungle of Tadoba in Chandrapur, Maharashtra.

Nisarga Bhraman invite you all for a wildlife tour to Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve on 15th May 2015.

Duration: 3D / 2N
Date: 15th May to 17th May 2015

About Tadoba:

Tadoba Tiger reserve borrows its name from the local Tribal lord Taru. Legend has it that lord Taru was killed in a fight with a Tiger. The people from adjoining villages held a procession in honor of the lord until the government banned the procession ever since the forest was declared a Tiger Reserve.

The forest is famous for carnivore animals such as Tiger, Leopard, Bears, Wild Dogs and Hyenas. It also has a rich population of Gaur i.e Wild Oxe. The forest is spread over 625 sq. km. Of the total 625 sq. km, Tadoba National Park constitues 116.55 sq. km. which was created in the year 1955. Rest of the area is called the Reserve.

Lakeside Camping at Salter, Lonavala on 31st January 2015

Nisarga Bhraman invites you to Car/ Bike ride & camping near Lonavala on 31st January & 1February 2015.

Place: Saltar Lake (Ambay Valley)
Ride: ~ 200 km
Meeting Point: Lonavala @ 2:00 pm near Kumar resort



Around 50 km drive from Lonavala will take us to the camp site, we will pitch up the tents on the bank, followed by cleaning activity and introduction. Campfire and barbeque will add to the flavor of star gazing.
Next day post breakfast we will start our journey back to town.

Overnight Trek to Rajgad on 6th & 7th Dec 2014

Chatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaj had spent about 26 years of his life on the fort Rajgad. He ruled over the Maval mulukh around Pune and Rajgad is a witness of most of the major incidents happened in Shivaji Maharaj's personal and political life. We at Nisarga Bhraman have arranged a trek to fort Rajgad to hear those important historical events and to explore places where those happened. The information will be provided by a well known personality - Shri Sadanand Apte. 

Join Nisarga Bhraman as we embark on a journey to one of the Mightiest of all forts, Rajgad on 6th and 7th December 2014.