
Astrocamp Sandhan Valley
Host's Largest Telescope in Mumbai
1N/2D
Open
AC Bus
Tent
Veg/Jain
Stargazing
Arc Educators in presents Astrocamp @sandhan valley. Travel + stargazing + trekking + camping + Milky way ( March to May) all in one event. Astrocamp Sandhan Valley is a unique stargazing event held in the picturesque region of Bhandardhara, nestled in the Western Ghats. This event offers a perfect blend of adventure and astronomy, allowing participants to experience the pristine beauty of the night sky in a remote, light-pollution-free environment. The camp typically includes guided stargazing sessions, astrophotography opportunities, and discussions on celestial phenomena. Surrounded by the natural grandeur of Sandhan Valley, it's an ideal experience for astronomy enthusiasts, campers, and nature lovers looking for a celestial adventure.
Upcoming Events
- Multiple Dates





Event Details
1) Time : 6 PM to 12PM
2) Place : Sandhan Valley near Bhandardara
3) Camping with tent stay
4) Stargazing and Telescopic observations of Saturn, Moon, Jupiter, Venus and many more celestial objects
5) Milky-way Photography ( March to May ) , Campfire and Activities Session
6) Sandhan Valley- Half descend trek (Optional)
7) Sanitized stay with Social distancing regulations
8) Homely Jain/Veg Food, Breakfast and Snacks
9) Basic Indian washrooms


Event Itinerary
Itinerary :
Mumbai : EX Dadar 10:00 AM - Meeting at Dadar near Pritam Dhaba
5:30 PM - Arrival at Sandhan Valley base village
6:00 PM - Evening Snacks and Relaxing time.
7:00 PM - Introduction to Stargazing
9:30 PM - Telescopic Observation
10:00 PM - Dinner Break
11:00 PM - Games and Activities
12:00 AM - Midnight Sky session
01:00 AM - Telescopic Observation
02.00 AM- Campfire
07:00 AM - Wake up call
07:30 AM - Breakfast
08:00 AM - Departure for Sandhan valley half descend trek
01 :00 PM - Lunch at base village
02:00 PM - Departure from Sandhan Valley base village
08:00 PM - Arrival at Dadar
Self Travel : Anyone wants to travel in their own vehicle details of location will be sent personally after registration
Pricing
Ticket Type | Price |
---|---|
Couple Tent | 400 |
Kids : Campsite to Campsite | 1500 |
Adult : Campsite to Campsite | 2000 |
Adults : Mumbai to Mumbai | 2800 |
Kids : Mumbai to Mumbai | 2300 |
Things to note
☑️ Costing includes 📥 :
1) AC Bus transportation from
Mumbai : Andheri, Bandra, Dadar, Ghatkopar & Thane
2) 3 Tea + 1 Breakfast + 1 Snacks + 1 Dinner + 1 Lunch.
3) Entry fee + Camping tent for stay, with 3 people sharing per tent.
4) 2 Person tent for couples available with Rs 200 extra per person.
5) Stargazing Expertise Charges
6) Sandhan Valley Trek charges
🛍️ Things to Carry :
1) Water bottle
2) Mask compulsory
3) Sanitizer
4) Shoes
5) Warm clothes, blanket, Head cap to protect from extreme cold weather.
6) Personal Torch and medicine (if any)
7) Mosquito repellent cream
8) Anything to munch during the stay
9) Extra cloths
✅ Advisory :
1) Above schedule can change depending on sky conditions and travel duration.
2) Alcohol, smoking and chewing tobacco is strictly not allowed during the camp.
3) Don't travel if you have any symptoms or if you have been around someone with Covid in the past 14 days.
4) Polluting campsite is strictly prohibited.
5) Basic Indian Washroom is available 3-4 mins walk from campsite.
6) Participants are responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
7) The organizers reserve all the rights to change / deviate/ cancel the plans without prior notice.
8) Fees will refunded only if organizers call off the event.
9) Rain, cloud cover is beyond the control of the organizer and in such cases, one has to wait till the clouds clear.
10) If at all due to extreme bad weather or unavoidable circumstances the program needs to be cancelled, the participants will be notified by Mail/WhatsApp a day earlier or before 11 A.M. on the day of the program.
❌ Excluding cost 💵:
1) Any food or beverages included in the itinerary.
2) Lunch on day 1
Cancellation Policy :
Full Refund if cancelled 10 days prior to the event 50 %if cancelled between 9-4 days prior to the eventNo Refund on 3 day prior or same day of the event
For more details contact :
Sameer : 9821505273
Prashant : 9930108404