Stargazing near Mumbai and Camping Or Cottage Stay
Based on the popular stargazing events near Asangaon Partoli Village (often at villages), here is a potential itinerary for a basic cottage staycation
A peaceful weekend getaway from the city lights to the clear, dark skies near Asangaon. This staycation combines the comfort of a basic village cottage/dormitory stay with a professionally guided astronomy and stargazing session using high-powered telescopes. Enjoy local cuisine, cosmic conversations, and a tranquil natural setting.
Starlit Escape: Asangaon Stargazing Camping & Nature Retreat
Event Itinerary - Stargazing Camp Near Mumbai
Day one - Stargazing and Camping Near Mumbai / Asangaon Partoli Village
Board local from Mumbai CSMT on Saturday
Train timings CSMT - Asangaon fast Local
- 01:13 pm CSMT
- 01:20 pm Byculla
- 01:26 pm Dadar
- 01:33 pm Kurla
- 01:37 pm Ghatkopar
- 01:53 pm Thane
- 02:09 pm Dombivli
- 02:19 pm Kalyan
- 02:54 pm Asangaon Stargazing
COST FOR TENTS STAY = 1600/- PER PERSON
TRAVELLING FRON STATION TO STATION + 200/- PP
COST FOR SHARING BASES A/C COTTAGE = 2000/- PER PERSON
What is included in the tour
- 🏡 Accommodation: 1 Night Stay in a Tents Also Available Basic Cottage or Dormitory On Extra Cost (Usually on a triple/quad-sharing basis).
- 🍔 Meals: Evening Snacks/High Tea, Dinner (Veg/Non-Veg - typically local village style), and Next Day's Breakfast.
- 🔭 Stargazing Session: Professional Astronomy Expertise Charges, use of high-powered Telescopes, and guided sessions (Constellation/Planetary/Deep Sky Observation).
- 🚗 Local Transport: Pick-up and Drop-off from Asangaon Railway Station to the campsite/cottage (If booked as an all-inclusive package).
What is NOT included in the tour
- 🚆 Train Tickets: Travel cost from your origin city (e.g., Mumbai) to Asangaon Railway Station and back.
- 🥤 Personal Expenses: Cold drinks, packaged water, chips, and any items not listed in inclusions.
- 💊 Medical: Any medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- 💡 Anything not mentioned in the 'Inclusion' section.
- ✨ Naked-Eye Stargazing: Witness the clear night sky, far from urban light pollution.
- 🔭 Telescopic Observation: View planets, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae through high-quality astronomical telescopes.
- 🌌 Astronomy Guidance: Learn about constellations, celestial myths, and basic astrophotography techniques from an expert.
- 🌄 Scenic Sunrise: Enjoy the beautiful sunrise over the Sahyadri mountains/Ajoba hills.
- 🏡 Cottage Stay: Experience the simplicity and warmth of a basic village cottage or homestay environment.
- By Public Transport: Take a Central Railway Local Train from Mumbai (e.g., CST/Dadar/Thane) to Asangaon Station. Your group organizer will arrange for local transport (like shared jeeps or a bus) from Asangaon Station to the base village/cottage site (e.g., Dehne/Mahuli).
- By Private Vehicle: Drive directly to the designated campsite/cottage location. The exact GPS location will be shared by the organizer. Parking is usually available.
The best time for stargazing is generally during the winter months (October to May), when the skies are typically clear and free from monsoonal clouds and excessive atmospheric moisture. The period from November to February offers the coldest, clearest, and darkest skies.
- Mahuli Fort: A popular trekking destination and historical site near Asangaon.
- Ajoba Hills: A scenic trekking spot.
- Bhatsa Dam / Tansa Dam: Large reservoir and dam sites offering scenic views (often 15-20 km away).
