Kaas Plateu The Valley of Flowers
| 50 Shades of Monsoon | Nature at is best | Waterfalls and Streams | Misty weather |
Type : Plateau Tour
Grade: Easy
Region: Satara
Date : 9th Sep & 23rd Sep
When it comes to UNESCO world heritage Sites, Maharashtra's very own valley of flowers at Kaas has its own unique micro climate due to which during the last phase of monsoon, it becomes home for thousands of flower varieties, some of which are endemic only to the plateau. Woven by the master weaver and artisan, mother nature, the endless carpets of flowers and lots of butterflies all around the Kaas Plateau will sweep you off your feet. The name Kaas originates from Kaasa tree, botanical name Elaeocarpus glandulosus. It is home to about 1500 species of plants including 450 species of wild flowers out of which 33 are endangered.
Best time to visit :Timing is crucial if you wish to see Kaas in all its natural splendour. The best time to visit is September although the flowering starts from mid-August and lasts until October.During the flowering season from mid August to October a riot of colours will treat the eyes.
Itenerary:
Meet up our Trek Leaders at :
Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar East by 11:00PM. (Saturday night)
Bus journey starts at sharp 11.15pm
Enroute Antakshari, Dumb charades and Mafia in Bus.
Reach the Base Village by 6:00AM.
Have your breakfast along with the necessary instruction about the tour.
Reach Kaas Pathar and Explore the mesmerizing bed of flowers.
Our photographers would be all set to click you.
Move towards Kaas Lake.
Have lunch and start proceeding back to Mumbai.
Reach Mumbai Late Evening depending on traffic Conditions.
Bus Pickup Points :
11.00 pm Dadar Swaminarayan Temple
11:30 pm K Star Mall, Chembur
12:15 am Vashi (Below the flyover)
12:30 am Kharghar - Hotel 3 Star
Cost Includes:
Breakfast, Lunch & Evening refreshment for the day
Transportation from Dadar to Dadar (Non-AC Bus).
Toll Charges, Taxes and other govt /local body fees.
Kaas Entry Fees (govt charges)
Expertise Charges.
Exclusion :
Camera Charges
Anything other than mentioned above in inclusions.
Things to carry
Identity proof
Good trekking shoes and extra pair of floaters
Mosquito / Insect Repellants
Extra pair of clothes
Water (minimum 2 ltrs) Compulsory
Some ready to eat food like biscuits, plum cake etc.
Medicines (if you need any), Glucon D / Electrol / Enerzyl Powder
(We will have a basic first aid kit with us)
Toiletries, Cap / Scarves and Sunglasses
Rain gear windcheater / raincoat / poncho
Haversack to put all your things
Monsoon Tips
Pack your clothes, camera, phone etc in polythene bags while packing
Wear shoes with good grip and ensure shoes are in good condition and can withstand being wet for long.
Carry floaters to wear as a backup or after the trek.
Social media connect
https://www.facebook.com/MischiefTreks
https://www.instagram.com/MischiefTreks
WhatsApp : 7719800777 for details and booking
Monsoon Tips
Pack your clothes, camera, phone etc in polythene bags while packing
Wear shoes with good grip and ensure shoes are in good condition and can withstand being wet for long.
Carry floaters to wear as a backup or after the trek.
Social media connect
https://www.facebook.com/MischiefTreks
https://www.instagram.com/MischiefTreks
WhatsApp : 7719800777 for details and booking