Arrive at Nature Trails Durshet by 07:00 AM where rooms will be allocated on arrival; settle in and take a short stroll around the lodge’s shaded compound to breathe in the fresh Western Ghats air. Enjoy a leisurely buffet breakfast at the property’s dining pavilion from 08:30-10:00 AM featuring local Maharashtrian specialties and fresh fruit to fuel your day of activities.
After a relaxed lunch at 01:30 PM in the open-air dining area, head to the Adventure Zone from 03:00-04:30 PM for a mix of zipline/ropes-course challenges and a refreshing dip in the resort’s swimming pool or a playful Raindance session. Later, unwind with hi-tea on the terrace at 04:30-06:30 PM, watching monsoon-kissed treetops and planning an evening of games and music.
As dusk falls, join a fun treasure hunt at 07:00 PM across the property’s nature trails, followed by a lively campfire from 07:00-09:30 PM with live music and dance where guests can roast marshmallows and swap stories. Conclude the night with a warm dinner served at 09:30-10:00 PM in the dining pavilion before returning to your cottage for a restful night, ready for tomorrow’s nature walk and sessions.
Wake early for a guided morning walk along the misty Durshet nature trail from 07:30-08:30 AM, led by the lodge naturalist who will point out endemic Western Ghats flora, birdcalls and the small stream that threads the property. Return to the dining pavilion for a hearty breakfast from 08:30-10:00 AM featuring local fare and freshly brewed filter coffee to refuel before the day’s learning session.
From 10:00 AM-1:00 PM join the interactive money management session in the open-air conference lawn — practical tips, group exercises and real-life budgeting scenarios tailored for travelers and families. After a relaxed lunch at 01:00-02:30 PM on the terrace, depart mid-afternoon for the scheduled industry visit (03:00-05:00 PM) to a nearby eco-friendly enterprise where you’ll tour production processes, meet local artisans and learn how sustainable practices are applied in the region.
Unwind with hi-tea on the terrace at 05:00-06:30 PM while watching the valley light change, then return to the lodge for an evening of music and dance around the campfire from 07:00-09:30 PM — expect singalongs, local folk performances and marshmallow roasting under starlight. Cap the night with leisurely conversations and a comfortable return to your cottage, ready for the early start and Imagica trip on Day 3.
Wake before dawn at 06:00 AM for a final, peaceful moment on the cottage verandah as the valley fills with morning light, then enjoy a light breakfast at the dining pavilion from 08:30-09:00 AM with freshly brewed filter coffee and local snacks to fuel the day. After checking out and vacating rooms by 09:30 AM, board the coach for the short transfer to Imagica, chatting about highlights from the Nature Trails stay and snapping last photos of the Western Ghats scenery.
Arrive at Imagica in time to dive into rides and themed zones — choose adrenaline hits like Nitro and Scream Machine or gentler attractions in the Imagica Studios area while grabbing a quick lunch within the park; this lively afternoon contrasts beautifully with the quiet of Durshet. Share group photos on the park’s Lake-side promenade, pick up a souvenir from the marketplace, and relax on a family-friendly ride before the onward journey.
Depart Imagica in the late afternoon with souvenirs and tired, happy smiles, enjoying mellow conversation on the coach as the sun sets over the Mumbai-Pune expressway and you reflect on the three-day escape. Arrive at your onward drop-off point or city by early evening, feeling refreshed from nature trails, enriched by learning sessions, and uplifted by the campfire camaraderie and amusement-park finale.