Want an excuse to take some time off and go into a fairy world? You have it. Imagine a festival where thousands of fireflies light up the night sky in mesmerising patterns making you feel straight out of a Disney movie. The Fireflies Festival in Maharashtra offers just that—a breathtaking experience where you can spot thousands of these little creatures as they light up during their mating season. As it takes place at the beginning of the monsoon, it will predominantly happen in June.
There are multiple locations spanning the western ghats of Maharashtra, we have summarised some of the most beginner-friendly points that are not just great for fireflies, but otherwise also provide a picture-perfect atmosphere that will make you feel like you have been transported into a fairy world.