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Matheran apart from being a tourist attraction is also well known for its flora and fauna. Many endangered species has been recorded in Matheran by naturalists. This Trip is basically planned to explore Matheran forest for reptiles, amphibians and other nocturnal animals. This trip will be accompanied by a Herpatologist who will help you with identification and photography techniques.
Itinerary:
Leave for Neral by Karjat Local train from CST starting at 1.40 pm (fast train). Reach Neral by 3.30 pm. We will move towards Matheran by Local Taxi. We will be entering Matheran Forest by 4.30 pm.
Session One : Start exploring forest right from the beginning till main Market via small trails relax over tea and snacks.
Session Two : Later around 7.00 pm we will start with our second forest trail in search of reptiles. Explore the mysterious world of frogs, reptiles, spiders and so on. Try hands on macro- photography and compose some super shots of these hidden jewels. Return to market area for Dinner.
Session three : Post dinner around 10.00 pm we will be doing our third trail in the forest. This trail will be the longest and the most exciting one! Experience the thrill of nocturnal life. Observe the wildlife in its raw form and get to know more these amazing creatures. Return to our home stay by 2.00 – 2.30 am. Rest at the home stay.
At dawn, walk back to the Dasturi naka still observing and looking for the beautiful herpetofauna of Matheran. Catch the first train back to Mumbai. Transfer from Matheran to Neral station will be local taxi.
