Date: Sunday, 19 July 2026, 23th August;2026
Age group: 11–14 years
Programme: Huppya Explorers — Beyond Trails by Nisargshala
Duration: One day
Travel: Non-AC bus from Pune
Location: Kokandiva Fort region, Sahyadri
Difficulty: Moderate
Fee: ₹1,699 per head
Group size: Maximum 30 participants
Kokandiva is not just a trek—it is a journey into the wild character of the Sahyadris.
For Huppya Explorers, this monsoon trail brings together forest paths, old fort routes, misty ridges and the quiet thrill of reaching a place that feels far away from everyday life. Along the way, participants learn how to move as a team, read the terrain, respect the mountain and stay steady when the trail becomes muddy, windy or uncertain.
This is for young explorers ready to go a little beyond the familiar.
What participants will experience
- Monsoon trek through the Kokandiva fort region
- Forest paths, misty ridges and Sahyadri views
- Introductory navigation and route-reading activities
- Fort stories and landscape observation
- Group trekking discipline and teamwork
- Nature observation and trail journaling prompts
- Confidence-building through a real, moderate outdoor challenge
Suggested itinerary
06:00 am — Reporting and departure from Pune
08:30 am — Breakfast en route / near base village
09:30 am — Reach base village; safety briefing and warm-up
10:00 am — Begin Kokandiva Trek
12:30 pm — Trail break, observation activity and snacks
01:30 pm — Packed lunch
02:15 pm — Continue trek / fort exploration as conditions permit
03:30 pm — Begin return towards base village
05:00 pm — Evening refreshments and departure for Pune
08:30–09:00 pm — Expected arrival in Pune
The final route, timings and turnaround point will depend on rain, visibility, wind, trail condition and the group’s pace.
Inclusions
- Non-AC bus travel from Pune
- Breakfast, packed lunch and evening refreshments
- Guided Kokandiva trek
- Trained Nisargshala trail leaders
- Nature-learning and navigation activities
- First-aid support
- Pre-event parent/participant briefing and packing checklist
Exclusions
- Rainwear, trekking shoes and personal gear
- Personal medicines
- Food or purchases outside planned meals
- Expenses arising from an emergency route or transport change
What to carry
- Trekking shoes or sports shoes with strong grip
- Raincoat / poncho
- Small day backpack
- Minimum 1-litre water bottle
- Extra T-shirt, trousers and socks
- Light towel
- Dry bag / zip pouch for phone and valuables
- Personal medication, if required
- Cap and a small snack such as dry fruits
Safety note
Kokandiva is a moderate monsoon trek. Participants must be comfortable walking for several hours on uneven, slippery and muddy terrain. Nisargshala may alter the route, skip exposed sections or change the turnaround point if weather and trail conditions demand it.
