Overview

Recommended for  All Age Groups

Come join us on an exciting journey of exploring and learning! This "I Explore" program is open to people of all ages. This three-day program, organized by Foliage Outdoors, invites everyone to discover habitats around Pune. With the guidance of our knowledgeable Naturalist, you'll explore various landscapes such as Wetlands, an Evergreen Forest, and Grasslands around Pune. You'll have the opportunity to observe and experience these environments up close, discovering animals, birds, butterflies, insects, plants, trees, and more.

Throughout the program, you'll embark on three unique one-day outings to different locations near Pune. These outings will take place on three consecutive Sundays. For more details about our exciting plans, take a look at the comprehensive schedule below.


BATCH DATES:
Batch 1:
Bhigwan 03 Sept  | Rehkuri 10 Sept | Tamhini 17 Sept

Batch 2: Bhigwan 24 Sept | Rehkuri 01 Oct| Tamhini 08 Oct

Batch 3: Bhigwan 15 Oct | Rehkuri 22 Oct| Tamhini 29 Oct

 

3 Sundays Available on request
Batch Dates and Charges
date & duration price
  • Sorry no more departures available. You could get in touch with us at info@foliageoutdoors.com if you'd like to make a booking.
  • Highlights
    • A unique Explore and Learn Program
    • Explore 3 habitats in 3 days
    • Visit - a Grassland, an Evergreen Forest and a Wetland
    • Blackbucks, Flamingos, Winged wonders and much more
    • Get up close and personal with the living world around you
    • Hands-on experience through nature-oriented activities
    • Learn about different habitats, flora and fauna through fun and interactive activities
    • Pune to Pune escorted trip
    Itinerary
    1st Sunday Bhigwan - Explore the Wetland, observe
    0630 Hrs:           Reporting at Foliage Outdoors Office, Kothrud.
    0645 Hrs: Depart for Bhigwan with breakfast enroute.
    1000 Hrs: Reach Bhigwan and Explore the Wetland Ecosystem on a boat and on foot. Kids will be able to watch many waterbirds closely. Observe the wildlife and interconnections of various natural elements of the Rich Wetland.
    1300 Hrs: Lunch.
    1330-1430 Hrs:  Leave Bhigwan and proceed to Mayureshwar Wildlife Sanctuary.
    1500 -1700 Hrs: Explore the Mayureshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, which is a unique scrubland habitat. Keep an eye out for the graceful Indian gazelle among other wildlife.
    1730 Hrs: Leave for Pune with a short tea/snacks break en route.
    1930 Hrs: Return to Foliage Outdoors Office, Kothrud
      (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks)
     

    2nd Sunday

    Rehkuri - Explore the Grasslands, observe the Blackbucks (A Day Visit)

    0630 Hrs: Reporting at Foliage Outdoors Office, Kothrud.
    0645 Hrs: Depart for Rehekuri Wildlife Sanctuary with breakfast en route.
    1100 Hrs: Reach Rehekuri and Explore the Sanctuary. Observe the wildlife and interconnections of various natural elements of this grassland habitat famous for the Blackbucks.
    1300 Hrs: Lunch.
    1330-1430 Hrs: Interaction with locals and Forest department officials. Engage in various learning exercises to know more about the habitat.
    1500 Hrs: Depart for Pune.
    1630 Hrs: Break for hi-tea and washrooms.
    1830 Hrs: Return to Foliage Outdoors Office, Kothrud
      (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks)
     
    3rd Sunday Tamhini - Explore the Evergreen Forest, observe life in a Sacred Grove (A Day Visit)
    0630 Hrs: Reporting at Foliage Outdoors Office, Kothrud.
    0645 Hrs: Depart for the evergreen forests of the Tamhini region with breakfast enroute.
    1000 Hrs: Reach Tamhini and Explore the Evergreen forest on foot. Kids will be able to observe various natural elements of the Evergreen Forests. This forest is also a great place to see the origin of a river. 
    1300 Hrs: Lunch.
    1330-1430 Hrs: Interaction with locals and various learning exercises.
    1500 Hrs: A visit to a sacred grove will complete the Exploration.
    1600 Hrs: Depart for Pune.
    1630 Hrs: Break for hi-tea and washrooms.
    1800 Hrs: Return to Foliage Outdoors Office, Kothrud
      (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks)
    Inclusions/Exclusions

    What is included in the tour

    • Travel by private chartered coach.
    • 3-day visits
    • All meals are as per the itinerary.
    • Entry fees wherever applicable.
    • All activities as mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Services of Foliage Outdoors experts well equipped with First Aid.

     

    What is NOT included in the tour

    • Cold Drinks / Personal expenses of any kind
    • Medical Expenses, if incurred.
    • Camera Charges.
    • Any other charges not mentioned in the "Charges Include" list.
    • GST

     

    Camp Category
    Wildlife - Students