Depart Dhule in a private tempo traveler with the group of 15 kids; quick briefing and roll-call at Dhule Bus Stand before hitting the highway toward Saptashrungi Garh.
Arrive near Saptashrungi foothills; short tea and breakfast break with hot chai and local snacks from Shivaji Tea Stall to energize the group for the climb.
Begin the ascent to Saptashrungi Mata Temple, taking the stepped path-guide will lead the kids and explain the temple's legend and rituals.
Darshan and group photo at Saptashrungi Mata Temple; allow time for offerings, light aarti if available, and a brief storytelling session about the shrine for the children.
Explore the immediate temple complex and viewpoints around Saptashrungi Garh, letting kids enjoy panoramic valley views and short nature walks with supervision.
Return descent to base; stop for restroom break and to pack snacks from the vendor area, buying local sweets like peda for the kids.
Board the vehicle for the drive toward Saputara, with a planned comfort stop en route for refreshments and stretching at Gondane Rest Point.
Arrive Saputara; check into a pre-booked lunch spot such as Hotel HillTop Restaurant for a kid-friendly thali and brief rest before afternoon activities.
Leisurely lakeside walk around Saputara Lake, letting the kids feed ducks and enjoy the landscaped gardens; hire a paddle boat from Boating Club Saputara for a 20-30 minute ride.
Visit Gira Falls Viewpoint (short drive) for a quick nature stop and photos; staff will supervise the children while they admire the waterfall from the safe viewing area.
Head to HillTop Restaurant or a nearby cafe for an ice-cream/social snack break and rest; organize a light group activity (sing-along or snack game) to keep energy up.
Explore Sunset Point Garden area with a gentle guided nature trail for kids to spot local flora and learn about tribal crafts from a nearby stall.
Visit Saputara Tribal Museum (short educational stop) where children can see traditional artifacts and enjoy a brief storytelling/demonstration by a local guide.
Return to the vehicle and begin the drive back toward Dhule, planning a comfort stop at Gondane Rest Point for refreshments and restroom use.
Dinner stop at a hygienic roadside restaurant such as Shree Krishna Dhaba (or pre-booked Dhule roadside eatery) for a warm, kid-friendly meal before the final leg home.
Resume journey to Dhule with quiet activities on board (storytelling, sing-along) and periodic leg-stretching breaks as needed for the children.
Arrive Dhule; final roll-call and debrief at Dhule Bus Stand and help children collect belongings before dispersal to homes.
Short supervised play and refreshment break at Saputara Lake Garden; arrange juice boxes and light snacks from Lakeview Snack Stall while kids stretch and use restrooms.
Group heads to Sunset Point for an organized viewing; guide will narrate a short nature story and take a group photo as the sun begins to dip.
Visit Saputara Ropeway Lower Station area to enjoy the evening ambiance and let children watch the lights come on; brief safety talk before any voluntary short rides (pre-booked).
Early dinner at Hotel HillTop Restaurant or pre-arranged banquet - serve warm, kid-friendly meals (dal, rice, roti, mild curry) and ensure allergy-safe options.
Board the tempo traveler and begin the return drive toward Dhule, starting with a calm sing-along and quiet games to keep the kids settled for the long drive.
Comfort stop at Gondane Rest Point for restroom use, stretching, and hot beverages; quick headcount and redistributing any leftover snacks to the children.
Resume the final leg to Dhule with soft lighting on the vehicle and a bedtime-story session led by a chaperone to help younger kids relax and nap.