Wondering where to catch the mesmerizing glow of fireflies near Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik? In this article, we’ll guide you through the best firefly spots that are perfect for camping, trekking, or simply watching the magic of bioluminescence unfold. We've also provided an interactive map to make your firefly-hunting adventure even easier!
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Check out our map of firefly spots near Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik. These are some of the most popular locations to witness the mesmerizing glow of fireflies during their mating season:
| Location | Distance & Time | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Fireflies Festival – Bhandardara | 170 km (3.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Prabalmachi | 52 km (1.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Rajmachi | 90 km (2.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Karjat | 70 km (2 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Igatpuri | 120 km (3 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Kothaligad | 90 km (3 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Purushwadi | 190 km (4.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Malshej Ghat | 130 km (3.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Sandhan Valley | 180 km (4.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Kalsubai | 180 km (5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Harihar Fort | 185 km (5.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Dehne | 95 km (3 hours) | View |
| Location | Distance & Time | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Fireflies Festival – Bhandardara | 170 km (3.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Prabalmachi | 105 km (2.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Rajmachi | 80 km (2 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Karjat | 100 km (2.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Igatpuri | 230 km (5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Kothaligad | 120 km (3 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Purushwadi | 210 km (5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Malshej Ghat | 130 km (3.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Sandhan Valley | 200 km (5.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Kalsubai | 190 km (5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Harihar Fort | 225 km (5.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Dehne | 170 km (4 hours) | View |
| Location | Distance & Time | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Fireflies Festival – Bhandardara | 70 km (2 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Prabalmachi | 160 km (4 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Rajmachi | 160 km (4.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Karjat | 150 km (4 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Igatpuri | 45 km (1 hour) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Kothaligad | 145 km (4 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Purushwadi | 80 km (2.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Malshej Ghat | 130 km (3.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Sandhan Valley | 110 km (3 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Kalsubai | 80 km (2.5 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Harihar Fort | 50 km (2 hours) | View |
| Fireflies Festival – Dehne | 130 km (4 hours) | View |
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Explore important articles to help you plan better, travel safer, and enjoy the real glow of fireflies:
Please avoid bringing your pets to Fireflies Locations.
There have been past incidents where local forest dogs have attacked visiting pet dogs and brutally injured the pets. For their safety and the safety of others, pets are strictly not recommended at any firefly location or forest zone.
This is a natural "Wildlife zone" not a pet-friendly tourist location.
| Service | Contact |
|---|---|
| Fireflies Festival India Helpline | +91-9136148694 |
| Forest Dept | +91-8007011223 |
| Local Police | Dial 100 |
| Women’s Safety Helpline | Dial 1091 |
| Fireflies Festival WhatsApp | +919136148694 |
| Medical Emergency | Dial 108 |
| Fire Brigade | Dial 101 |