{"id":1005,"date":"2020-11-11T18:19:58","date_gmt":"2020-11-11T12:49:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/karlotravel.com\/?p=1005"},"modified":"2020-11-11T18:22:21","modified_gmt":"2020-11-11T12:52:21","slug":"lets-weekend-top-5-places-near-mumbai-for-refreshing-getaway-for-a-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/index.php\/2020\/11\/11\/lets-weekend-top-5-places-near-mumbai-for-refreshing-getaway-for-a-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s weekend: top 5 places near Mumbai for refreshing getaway for a weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Codiv-19 a global pandemic had the travel of billions of\npeople on hold. And after the emotional, physical and mental turmoil that each\none of has gone through in past 9 moths we all deserve a break. If nothing a\ntiny little weekend fun to help with our Monday blues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So here are top 10 places to visit in Maharashtra to replenish, revitalize yourselves, enjoy:<strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lonavala<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/lonavla-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/lonavla-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/lonavla-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/lonavla-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lonavala is not only known for beautiful scenery but also\nspectacular and placid landscapes and weather making it one of the most desirable\nlocations for a relaxing tranquil getaway for the weekend. This place is rich\nin its greenery, waterfalls, lakes, gardens, streams and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Major attractions: <\/strong>Lion\u2019s point, Bushi Dam, Kune falls, Della adventure park, Tungarli lake, sunil\u2019s celebrity wax museum, valvan dam, lonavala wax museum, Aadi shakti Mata temple, tiger point.<\/li><li><strong>Distance from Mumbai:<\/strong> 83 kms<\/li><li><strong>Best time to visit:<\/strong> between June to February<\/li><li><strong>Activities:<\/strong> trekking, campaign.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Karjat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"816\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/karjat.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/karjat.jpg 816w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/karjat-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/karjat-768x418.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Snuggled on the Ulhas river basin, Karjat has a lot of experience to\noffer from vistas of nature to fort and mountains. The ancient rock cut temple\nis one of the most eye-catching spots for travellers making it one of the most\npopular weekend getaway destinations for Mumbaikars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Major attraction: <\/strong>Lord\u2019s point, Songiri fort, Bhivgad fort, Sondai fort, Morbi Dam, Bhivpuri waterfall, Ulhas valley, Kothaligad fort, Bhor Ghat.<\/li><li><strong>Distance from Mumbai: <\/strong>62 kms <\/li><li><strong>Best time to visit:<\/strong> June to October<\/li><li><strong>Activities:<\/strong> White water rafting, boating, rappelling and picnics.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alibaug<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1009\" width=\"580\" height=\"304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a.jpg 800w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alibaug is\none of the best destinations famous for its beaches an its rich ancient traces\nof history. Alibaug has to offer a lot of various activities for the hidden\nadventurer in you. From water sports to bird sanctuaries you name it and\nAlibaug has it all. If you are adventurous and into water sports this is the\nplace to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Major attractions: <\/strong>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.<\/li><li><strong>Distance from Mumbai:<\/strong> 95 kms<\/li><li><strong>Best time to visit: <\/strong>October to July<\/li><li><strong>Activities: <\/strong>campaign, kayaking, trekking, water sports<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kolad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kolad-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1011\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are an adventure soul and are\ninto river rafting or water sports, Kolad is the way to go. Besides the\nadventure side to it. There is the you can enjoy the tranquil landscapes,\nscenery and beautiful waterfalls too. The place is for both the adventurer and\nthe calm ones. To add to the list trekking and campaign is also something you\ncould do here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Major attractions: <\/strong>Kansi Falls, Kundalika River, Kuda Caves, Tamhini Falls, and Tala<\/li><li><strong>Distance from Mumbai: <\/strong>120 kms<\/li><li><strong>Best time to visit:<\/strong> June to February<\/li><li><strong>Activities: <\/strong>Boating, Kayaking, River rafting, Sightseeing, Paragliding, Trekking, Hiking, Rappelling.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Igatpuri<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/igatpuri.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1012\" width=\"580\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/igatpuri.png 692w, https:\/\/karlotravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/igatpuri-300x226.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Igatpuri could be rightly called as\none of the most beautiful, mesmerising and romantic getaways for the couples in\nor near Mumbai. wonderfully tucked away in the middle of a scenic and peaceful\nlandscape of the Western Ghats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With some of the world-class hikes\nranked from reasonably arduous to mild, this is really the best vacation spot\nnear Mumbai that promises to sublimate your enthusiasm for trekking.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This place is also famous for its\nage-old Vipassana Meditation, and to practise this art of spirituality, people\nfrom around the world come to this place<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Major attractions:<\/strong> Dhamma Giri Vipassana, Myanmar Gate, Vihigaon\nFalls, Teen ladki chowk, Kasara Ghat, Talegaon Dam, Ghanta Devi Mata temple.<\/li><li><strong>Distance from Mumbai: <\/strong>120 kms<\/li><li><strong>Best time to visit: <\/strong>June to March<\/li><li><strong>Activities: <\/strong>Hiking,\ntrekking, campaign, sightseeing, meditation, spirituality<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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