Codiv-19 a global pandemic had the travel of billions of people on hold. And after the emotional, physical and mental turmoil that each one of has gone through in past 9 moths we all deserve a break. If nothing a tiny little weekend fun to help with our Monday blues.
So here are top 10 places to visit in Maharashtra to replenish, revitalize yourselves, enjoy:
Lonavala
Lonavala is not only known for beautiful scenery but also spectacular and placid landscapes and weather making it one of the most desirable locations for a relaxing tranquil getaway for the weekend. This place is rich in its greenery, waterfalls, lakes, gardens, streams and much more.
- Major attractions: Lion’s point, Bushi Dam, Kune falls, Della adventure park, Tungarli lake, sunil’s celebrity wax museum, valvan dam, lonavala wax museum, Aadi shakti Mata temple, tiger point.
- Distance from Mumbai: 83 kms
- Best time to visit: between June to February
- Activities: trekking, campaign.
Karjat
Snuggled on the Ulhas river basin, Karjat has a lot of experience to offer from vistas of nature to fort and mountains. The ancient rock cut temple is one of the most eye-catching spots for travellers making it one of the most popular weekend getaway destinations for Mumbaikars.
- Major attraction: Lord’s point, Songiri fort, Bhivgad fort, Sondai fort, Morbi Dam, Bhivpuri waterfall, Ulhas valley, Kothaligad fort, Bhor Ghat.
- Distance from Mumbai: 62 kms
- Best time to visit: June to October
- Activities: White water rafting, boating, rappelling and picnics.
Alibaug
Alibaug is one of the best destinations famous for its beaches an its rich ancient traces of history. Alibaug has to offer a lot of various activities for the hidden adventurer in you. From water sports to bird sanctuaries you name it and Alibaug has it all. If you are adventurous and into water sports this is the place to go.
- Major attractions: Korlai Fort, Akshi Beach, Kihim Beach, Hirakot Fort, Kolaba Fort, Keneshwar Mandir, Alibag Fort, Vikram Vinayak Temple and Varsoli Beach, Underi, Nagaon Beach and Murud Janjira.
- Distance from Mumbai: 95 kms
- Best time to visit: October to July
- Activities: campaign, kayaking, trekking, water sports
Kolad
If you are an adventure soul and are into river rafting or water sports, Kolad is the way to go. Besides the adventure side to it. There is the you can enjoy the tranquil landscapes, scenery and beautiful waterfalls too. The place is for both the adventurer and the calm ones. To add to the list trekking and campaign is also something you could do here.
- Major attractions: Kansi Falls, Kundalika River, Kuda Caves, Tamhini Falls, and Tala
- Distance from Mumbai: 120 kms
- Best time to visit: June to February
- Activities: Boating, Kayaking, River rafting, Sightseeing, Paragliding, Trekking, Hiking, Rappelling.
Igatpuri
Igatpuri could be rightly called as one of the most beautiful, mesmerising and romantic getaways for the couples in or near Mumbai. wonderfully tucked away in the middle of a scenic and peaceful landscape of the Western Ghats.
With some of the world-class hikes ranked from reasonably arduous to mild, this is really the best vacation spot near Mumbai that promises to sublimate your enthusiasm for trekking.
This place is also famous for its age-old Vipassana Meditation, and to practise this art of spirituality, people from around the world come to this place
- Major attractions: Dhamma Giri Vipassana, Myanmar Gate, Vihigaon Falls, Teen ladki chowk, Kasara Ghat, Talegaon Dam, Ghanta Devi Mata temple.
- Distance from Mumbai: 120 kms
- Best time to visit: June to March
- Activities: Hiking, trekking, campaign, sightseeing, meditation, spirituality