Question 1

Is Karawaan really non-profit? How does expense sharing work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We share actual costs (transport, food, permits, safety gear) equally. We share a cost sheet before the trip, and refund any surplus or donate it to local villagers. No agency margins.

Question 2

Is the community family and pet friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most treks are family-friendly. Well-socialized, vaccinated pets are welcome on beach camps and select trails.

Question 3

What is your 'Leave No Trace' policy?

Accepted Answer

Zero litter. No plastic left behind. We respect wildlife and carry back all waste to leave trails cleaner than we found them.

Question 4

Who leads these treks? Are they safe?

Accepted Answer

Certified Mountain Safety Experts with 8+ years of Sahyadri experience. We carry full medical kits, monitor weather, and verify route safety.

Question 5

What types of experiences do you organize?

Accepted Answer

Sahyadri treks, waterfall hikes, beach camping, stargazing, and offbeat rural stays. We avoid crowded commercial spots.

Question 6

How can I join Karawaan?

Accepted Answer

Join our WhatsApp announcement channel! We post upcoming plans, vote on destinations, and coordinate expense sharing.

Question 7

Is it spelled Karawaan, Karwaan, or Karwan?

Accepted Answer

We are Karawaan (with two a's) — from 'karwaan', the Hindi-Urdu word for a caravan of travellers. However you spell it — Karwaan, Karwan, or Karawaan — you've found Pune's non-profit trekking and travel community.

Question 8

Where is Karawaan based, and which treks do you run near Pune?

Accepted Answer

Karawaan is based in Pune, Maharashtra. We run weekend and one-day treks across the Sahyadris — Rajgad Fort, Torna, Lohagad, Visapur, Sinhagad, Kalsubai Peak, Harishchandragad, and the Devkund waterfall — plus night treks, monsoon hikes, and corporate team treks for companies in Pune and Mumbai.