Make this Christmas and New Year risky with our guidebook to the most exciting getaways
New Year's eve travel feature
Cost: Rs 5,350
From: December 31 to January 1
Email: info@someplaceelse.in.
Call: 9833163486
Checklist
>> Carry your trash back to the city.
>> Pack a power bank to charge your electronic devices.
>> Stay hydrated.
>> Pack winter clothes for nights.
Also read: Your ultimate holiday guide for Christmas, New Year's Eve
A night trek
Sign up for a trek in the Western Ghats this Christmas Eve under the moonlight, at Harihar Fort. A moderate trek, this two-day trip includes travel by an airconditioned vehicle, expert guidance, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Cost: Rs 4,000
From: December 25 to 27
Log on to: bookings.odati.com
Groove to the music in Diu
A combination of food, festival, music and adventure, Festa De Diu is supposed to be Asia’s largest beach festival. One can take a hot air balloon ride, bungee jump in the sea, attend performances of artistes such as Hard Kaur and Benny Dayal and even participate in the Diu liberation week carnival. There’s a community Christmas tree too.
Till: February 13
Log on to: www.festadiu.com
Rock climbing
Manori offers a day of rock climbing, a view of the sea and proximity from the city. An easy grade climb, the operators promises good equipment and a location that is tucked away from the holiday crowds expected over the long Christmas weekend. The cost includes breakfast, lunch and refreshments.
Cost: Rs 1,800
On: December 25
Log on to: bookings.odati.com
New Year by the river
Listen to Folk artistes as you camp by Barvi River in a jungle. Enjoy a camp fire as well as barbecue starters, star gazing, fishing, or swim in a river and an artificial pond, opt for a bullock cart ride and a countryside hike. Stay options include dome tents, cottage tents and cottages. You can also extend your stay for New Year.
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Cost: Rs 2,900 per head, twin sharing
From: December 31 to January 1
Log on to: www.offbeatmandala.com/2015/10/happy-new-year-camping-2016.html
Beach camping
Soak yourself for a trippy beach camping weekend getaway at the lesser explored beach of Revdanda. Located close to the city, about 17 km ahead of Alibaug, Revdanda beach is a clean, uncrowded and peaceful beach to camp. Participate in water sports or just play beach volleyball. They offer BBQ equipment too.
Cost: Rs 2,500 per head (min 6 people)
From: December 25
Log on to: www.getsetcamp.com
