What are you doing this Monsoon??
At Mulshi Dam Backwaters
Let the
common not take away your uncommon.
The onset
of monsoon and every city dweller is already making a list of weekend gateways.
Indeed the saturated moments should be replaced by peaceful
ones, and what more than doing something different to rejuvenate.
Navja Waterfall
This year
don't head to the usual Monsoon Getaways near Mumbai & Pune like Malshej,
Matheran & Lonavala which will certainly entice
you to visit them. Infact, this monsoon explore something exceptional. I am not trying to cover monsoon tourist
places but some great monsoon experiences.
The huge scape and the reverse waterfall near Trambakeshwar, Nashik
9 unusual monsoon experiences around Mumbai & Pune
A twilight at Bhandardhara
Koyna Dam
The Fireflies Symphony
Experience
the show of a million fireflies paint the sky with some scheduled unison. Be a
part of this spectacular natural phenomenon which attracts many an
eco-tourists. This phenomenon happens once in a year before the augment of heavy
monsoon and is a definite go go. The mating season gathers thousands of
fireflies who offer a symphony of lights. The darkness explores the best in
them.
Experience
these events near Mumbai & Pune at Purushwadi Village, Bhandardhara and
Rajmachi Fort.
You are
still in luck to catch them as starting of June is the right time to witness the grand
show. We are not blessed with heavy rains yet, and will be fortunate enough
to experience the show thus.
Do your bit, give a
boost to rural tourism. Come back with some ideal experience.
Refer to link
for Fireflies Show -
https://www.eventshigh.com/mumbai/fireflies
Photo Courtesy - www.eventshigh.com
Waterfall Rappelling
Waterfalls
are enticing . Have the thrill of rappelling a waterfall. Let fear not be your
companion, and try what is your first
such experience. Let you heart pound when you rapel through the torrential falls, the slippery
surfaces and emerge with the sheer pleasure of having experienced something
unique.
Vihigaon,
Bekare, Dodhani, Dudhiware, Madap & Kondana Waterfalls are some of
the waterfalls favoring waterfall rappelling.
Refer to
Kink for Waterfall Rappelling Events -
http://www.365hops.com/blog/6-thrilling-spots-for-waterfall-rappelling-around-mumbai-and-pune/
Waterfall Rappellig at Vihigaon Falls, Jawhar
Bursting Dams
Dams have
been a very compelling experience for me. Man made developments which could be productive as well as equally
destructive. The dams harness unfathomable strengths, an epitome of power and
energy as well as undisputed beauty.
I relate overflowing
dams to prosperity and consider it a delightful sight.
Come
monsoon identify the dams in your vicinity and check how the dams make the
landscapes go ethereal. Watch the show of clouds and the patter of rains. All
in the comforting feel that there are still such beautiful places untouched by
cities.
Dams like
Mulshi, Koyna , Varasgaon Dam - Lavasa, Temghar Dam, Lavasa , Jog Dam, Malshej ,
Manikdoh- Junnar can be well explored as you can go around the circumference of
the dam waters. Some dams are under tight security and do not allow trespassing.
The same should be respected.
Bursting Temghar Dam at Lavasa
Sunrise at Jog Dam Reservoir, Malshej Ghat
Beautiful Sunset at Morbe Dam Backwaters
Koyna Dam the largest in Maharashtra
Bird Watching & Species Watching
Some birds
are guests of the season as they are easily spotted then. Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher
the smallest of the kingfisher species are found active in monsoons.
ODKF as its known in the birding fraternity is a vibrantly colored bird and
makes it presence shown in Karnala Bird Sanctuary and Chiplun to name a few
places in Western Ghats, India. Monsoon being the breeding time, they are mobile and can be spotted near streams and densely shaded forests.
Experience the vibrant show-off of the fan throated lizard. Pre-monsoons is the breeding season and time to attract females. The males display an attractive fan of colors ranging from blues to reds to attract females as well as to ward off other males.
Oriental Dwarf Kingfishers
Fan Throated Lizard - Sitana at Satara
Macro Photography
The Macro world is captivating and engaging. While the naked eye can let go many
things, the macro world remains elusive . Coming monsoons,
explore the macro world through macro photography.
Delve in a world that is tiny yet intriguing
and once you enter the macro world, you will take every step with caution.
Refer to the different Macro Photography
events at -
http://dcpexpeditions.com/listWorkshop.php?category=22
Insects mating
Drossera Indica a few centimeters big insectivorous plant shot at Satara
Landscape Photography
Hold on to what glory you experience, the
cloud stories and the rain dramas. Capture some beautiful vistas, which would
remain your digital memory in the ages to come.
Bring a refining edge to your photography skill
and capture some great landscapes .
Start your travelogue or boast on your social pages with your wonderful
pictures.
Refer to the different Landscape
Photography events at -
http://dcpexpeditions.com/listWorkshop.php?category=24
Attempts at Landscape Photography at Satara
Landscape Photography at Satara
River Rafting
The thrill and the fear go swinging with every crest and trough
of the lashing rapids. Oh what a thrill, you will say as you drench in the
first spurt of river water and then you will not realize how soon the journey
ended, as all you had was a fun filled adventure.
Head along to Kundalika river at Kolad, or little down South
to Dandeli in Karnataka.
Let the adrenaline flow within make you realize,
Yes, I am alive and I am doing this!!
Refer to the Kundalika river rafting event at -
http://www.kundalikarafting.in/?gclid=CIeTq8qXx9QCFdISaAod-C8OXQ
Image Courtesy - www.thrillophilia.com
Treks
There is no thrill parallel to trekking.
The Western Ghats have the beautiful chain of Sahyadris, bestowed with a rich
history of 300 plus hill forts. Treks throughout the years are pleasure, but
monsoons holds its own charm. The hill grounds are a carpet of exotic
wildflowers over the changing months of monsoons. September is the best time to
experience the brush of vibrant colors.
If you are any guilty of being overweight and
not working out, event organizers are conducting some "Fitness Treks",
which means burning calories and at the same time being one with nature.
Jivdhan Fort
Shepherds at Salher- Salota Trek
Forest Trails
Some cannot take to trekking, cannot
take the heights or experience physical limitations and wish to stay grounded, be
happy there is something for you too. Forest trails in
monsoons are a great way to check on the gurgling brooks, roaring waterfalls, plenty
of rains. Walk the forest path under the sheet of rains and have the feel of
being a drenched child again. Catch up on some flora of the season. Enjoy the
scent of the wild and the feel of the rains on you.
You will certainly return as a different
person after the walk - Indeed, Happy !!
Forest Trail at - Vardayini
Avoid
·
Avoid
the hill stations in monsoons. The monsoons in hill stations are rumblings and tantrums of nature and will
leave you in no scope to explore.
·
Avoid
being over adventurous. Know when you have to step back.
·
Monsoons
is an equally inviting time for serpents. Watch out while stepping on greener
pastures.
·
Selfies
are good, but during monsoons, remain in protected limits before taking
selfies.
·
Be
good to nature, be a responsible citizen and don't litter. Inculcate in your
kids the same habit.
·
While
on adventure trips always be guided by an expert.
·
Do
not venture for treks alone. A company is always good for sharing and caring.
·
Make
the use of mobile apps predicting climate to avoid torrential rains and disruptions before planning your trips.
·
Always
carry warm clothes & dry food on a
monsoon trip.
Beautiful journeys are partly because of companions - Salher Trek
Have a safe monsoon.
Text by - Jyoti Rane
Photos by - Amit Rane & Jyoti Rane
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