Spend an evening at an eco-village near Shahapur: sunset lake dip, a guided astronomy session with telescopes, campfire treats, and a morning rice workshop with local farmers. A hands-on, low-impact night beneath the Western Ghats.
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The evening arrives over the Sahyadris with a low, cooling light; villagers move down to the lake and the water dares you to take a last warm dip before night. Hosted by the Deshmukh family in a quiet eco-village near Shahapur, this one-night program pairs hands-on village life with a professional astronomy session that puts the Milky Way in plain sight.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12–18 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; includes light walking through fields and optional short treks.
Wildlife
History
The Western Ghats are an ancient range shaped by Deccan basalt flows and centuries of agrarian communities; rice cultivation has structured local life for generations.
Conservation
Guides emphasize low-light etiquette to protect dark-sky quality and support community-based, low-waste meals that prioritize local sourcing.
Reserve your spot on the Stargazing: The Greatest Show On Earth! today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Pack a warm midlayer
Night temperatures in the Sahyadris drop quickly; bring a fleece or light insulated jacket for comfort during stargazing.
Bring a headlamp with red mode
A headlamp preserves night vision and lets you move around the campsite without disturbing the astronomy session.
Insect protection
Apply DEET or picaridin-based repellent and bring long sleeves after dusk — mosquitoes are active near lakes.
Respect the village
Ask before photographing residents or farm activities, and remove shoes inside homes to honor local customs.
Warm midlayer or jacket
Keeps you comfortable during cool, dewy nights when temperatures drop.
winter
Headlamp with red light
Hands-free light preserves night vision and minimizes disruption during stargazing.
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
For the supervised lake dip at sunset; water can be cool after sundown.
summer
Insect repellent
Reduces bites near lakes and fields during evening and early morning.
summer