14th Jul MONSOON TREK TO MATHERAN FROM DHODANI VILLAGE
Sun Trekking through densely forested hills during rains is a unique experience. Myriad life forms are seen in the misty, cloud laden forests. Watch out for Malabar Whistling Thrush, Orange-headed Thrush, and Puff-throated Babbler; Stink-horn Mushroom and Balsam flowers. Trek Grade: Difficult Age Limit: 14-60 years Group
Leaders: Mr. Vinod Patil & Mr. Prasad Karve
Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu Halwai) at 06:30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m. and Vashi (Vashi Jn.) 07:10 a.m.
Participants will return by late evening.
Charges: For members Rs. 700/- per head and for non-members Rs. 750/- per head.
Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail at
bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and packed lunch. Be prepared for
rains.
14th Jul MALSHEJ GHAT TRAIL
Sun Situated 154 km away from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai, Malshej Ghat is known for misty hilltops,
gushing waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes. Malshej has a good variety of flora and fauna. It is home to
Maharashtra’s state animal, the shy Malabar Giant Squirrel. Trek Grade: Easy Group Leaders: Ms Prachi
Galange & Mr. Vithoba Hegde Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu Halwai) at 06:30
a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m., Thane (Cadbury Jn.) at 07:10 a.m. and Kalyan (Birla
College) at 07:40 a.m. Charges: For members Rs. 900/- per head and for non-members Rs. 950/- per head.
Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail at
bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and packed lunch. Be prepared for
rains.
21st Jul SHILONDA TRAIL – SANJAY GANDHI NATIONAL PARK
Sun With the monsoon in full force, join BNHS for a morning at Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). One can see myriad small life forms during this time, and large mammals like Spotted and Sambar Deer can sometimes be spotted here. The trail leads through fine forest dominated by bamboo and ends at the first stream. Grade: Easy (Simple walk for 1.5 km each way, however the walk from the main gate to the trail is about 15–20 min.)
Reporting: Members to meet inside SGNP, beyond the Ticket Counter under the large map of SGNP at
07:30 a.m. Group Leaders: Mr. Vinod Patil & Ms Parveen Shaikh Charges: Rs. 150/- for members, Rs. 200/
- for non-members (includes Forest Department charges and BNHS expertise only). Registration*: On the
spot. For further details e-mail: bnhs.programmes@gmail.com or call Hornbill House at 022-22821811, 022-
22871202. Note: Participants have to buy the entry ticket at the main gate. Kindly carry adequate water and
packed breakfast. The programme should conclude by 11:30 a.m. Be prepared for rains.
21st Jul MALSHEJ GHAT TRAIL
Sun If you have missed the previous Malshej Ghat trail, here is another chance to visit Malshej Ghat which is
famous for misty hilltops, gushing waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes. Malshej has a good variety of
flora and fauna. It is home to Maharashtra’s state animal, the shy Malabar Giant Squirrel. Trek Grade: Easy
Group Leaders: Ms Prachi Galange & Mr. Vithoba Hegde Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near
Chandu Halwai) at 06:30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m., Thane (Cadbury Jn.) at
07:10 a.m. and Kalyan (Birla College) at 07:40 a.m. Charges: For members Rs. 900/- per head and for nonmembers Rs. 950/- per head. Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail
atmail to:bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and packed lunch. Be
prepared for rains.
27th Jul NATURE TRAIL TO NAGLA FOREST
Sat Explore the lesser known forest in Nagla Block of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Situated to the north of
Bassein Creek, Nagla Block is considered to be one of the most highly rewarding walks. With the monsoon
now in its first spell watch the forest transform. It is really a treat for the nature lover, one can see flowers like
Commelina, Smithia, Balsam, Begonia, and many more varieties on the trail. Grade: Easy Group leaders:
Mr. Vandan Jhaveri & Mr. Vinod Patil Charges: Rs. 700/- for members and Rs. 750/- for others (Charges
include transportation, entry and BNHS expertise). Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu
Halwai) at 6.30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 6:50 a.m., Thane (Cadbury Jn.) at 7.10 a.m. and
Patlipada bus stand (Hiranandani Junction on Ghodbunder Rd.) at 7.20 a.m. Registration*: Call Hornbill
House at 22871202/ 22821811 or e-mail: bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Note: Kindly carry adequate water
and breakfast. The group should be back in Dadar by 1.00 p.m. Be prepared for rains.
28th Jul KARNALA FORT TREK
Sun Famous as a Bird Sanctuary, Karnala is also popular among trekkers. A steep climb, then a ridge traverse
takes you through dense forest and vistas of green carpeted hills of Karnala. Perfect time to see wildflowers,
insects and birds like Malabar Whistling Thrush, and Shaheen Falcon. Trek Grade: Difficult Age Limit: 14–60
years Group Leaders: Mr. Vinod Patil & Mr. Prasad Karve Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near
Chandu Halwai) at 06:30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m. and Vashi (Vashi Jn.) 07:10
a.m. Participants will return by late evening. Charges: For members Rs. 700/- per head and for non-members
Rs. 750/- per head. Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail at
bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and pack lunch. Be prepared for rains.
Sun Trekking through densely forested hills during rains is a unique experience. Myriad life forms are seen in the misty, cloud laden forests. Watch out for Malabar Whistling Thrush, Orange-headed Thrush, and Puff-throated Babbler; Stink-horn Mushroom and Balsam flowers. Trek Grade: Difficult Age Limit: 14-60 years Group
Leaders: Mr. Vinod Patil & Mr. Prasad Karve
Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu Halwai) at 06:30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m. and Vashi (Vashi Jn.) 07:10 a.m.
Participants will return by late evening.
Charges: For members Rs. 700/- per head and for non-members Rs. 750/- per head.
Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail at
bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and packed lunch. Be prepared for
rains.
14th Jul MALSHEJ GHAT TRAIL
Sun Situated 154 km away from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai, Malshej Ghat is known for misty hilltops,
gushing waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes. Malshej has a good variety of flora and fauna. It is home to
Maharashtra’s state animal, the shy Malabar Giant Squirrel. Trek Grade: Easy Group Leaders: Ms Prachi
Galange & Mr. Vithoba Hegde Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu Halwai) at 06:30
a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m., Thane (Cadbury Jn.) at 07:10 a.m. and Kalyan (Birla
College) at 07:40 a.m. Charges: For members Rs. 900/- per head and for non-members Rs. 950/- per head.
Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail at
bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and packed lunch. Be prepared for
rains.
21st Jul SHILONDA TRAIL – SANJAY GANDHI NATIONAL PARK
Sun With the monsoon in full force, join BNHS for a morning at Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). One can see myriad small life forms during this time, and large mammals like Spotted and Sambar Deer can sometimes be spotted here. The trail leads through fine forest dominated by bamboo and ends at the first stream. Grade: Easy (Simple walk for 1.5 km each way, however the walk from the main gate to the trail is about 15–20 min.)
Reporting: Members to meet inside SGNP, beyond the Ticket Counter under the large map of SGNP at
07:30 a.m. Group Leaders: Mr. Vinod Patil & Ms Parveen Shaikh Charges: Rs. 150/- for members, Rs. 200/
- for non-members (includes Forest Department charges and BNHS expertise only). Registration*: On the
spot. For further details e-mail: bnhs.programmes@gmail.com or call Hornbill House at 022-22821811, 022-
22871202. Note: Participants have to buy the entry ticket at the main gate. Kindly carry adequate water and
packed breakfast. The programme should conclude by 11:30 a.m. Be prepared for rains.
21st Jul MALSHEJ GHAT TRAIL
Sun If you have missed the previous Malshej Ghat trail, here is another chance to visit Malshej Ghat which is
famous for misty hilltops, gushing waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes. Malshej has a good variety of
flora and fauna. It is home to Maharashtra’s state animal, the shy Malabar Giant Squirrel. Trek Grade: Easy
Group Leaders: Ms Prachi Galange & Mr. Vithoba Hegde Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near
Chandu Halwai) at 06:30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m., Thane (Cadbury Jn.) at
07:10 a.m. and Kalyan (Birla College) at 07:40 a.m. Charges: For members Rs. 900/- per head and for nonmembers Rs. 950/- per head. Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail
atmail to:bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and packed lunch. Be
prepared for rains.
27th Jul NATURE TRAIL TO NAGLA FOREST
Sat Explore the lesser known forest in Nagla Block of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Situated to the north of
Bassein Creek, Nagla Block is considered to be one of the most highly rewarding walks. With the monsoon
now in its first spell watch the forest transform. It is really a treat for the nature lover, one can see flowers like
Commelina, Smithia, Balsam, Begonia, and many more varieties on the trail. Grade: Easy Group leaders:
Mr. Vandan Jhaveri & Mr. Vinod Patil Charges: Rs. 700/- for members and Rs. 750/- for others (Charges
include transportation, entry and BNHS expertise). Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu
Halwai) at 6.30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 6:50 a.m., Thane (Cadbury Jn.) at 7.10 a.m. and
Patlipada bus stand (Hiranandani Junction on Ghodbunder Rd.) at 7.20 a.m. Registration*: Call Hornbill
House at 22871202/ 22821811 or e-mail: bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Note: Kindly carry adequate water
and breakfast. The group should be back in Dadar by 1.00 p.m. Be prepared for rains.
28th Jul KARNALA FORT TREK
Sun Famous as a Bird Sanctuary, Karnala is also popular among trekkers. A steep climb, then a ridge traverse
takes you through dense forest and vistas of green carpeted hills of Karnala. Perfect time to see wildflowers,
insects and birds like Malabar Whistling Thrush, and Shaheen Falcon. Trek Grade: Difficult Age Limit: 14–60
years Group Leaders: Mr. Vinod Patil & Mr. Prasad Karve Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near
Chandu Halwai) at 06:30 a.m., Chembur (near Diamond Garden) at 06:50 a.m. and Vashi (Vashi Jn.) 07:10
a.m. Participants will return by late evening. Charges: For members Rs. 700/- per head and for non-members
Rs. 750/- per head. Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 022-22821811, 022-22871202 or e-mail at
bnhs.programmes@gmail.com Please carry adequate water, breakfast and pack lunch. Be prepared for rains.