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Lonavala

Monsoon Magic in the Sahyadris

Recommended

2 days

Best time

June – September

Entry fee

Free

Food / day

450

About

A charming hill station in the Sahyadri range, famous for waterfalls, lush valleys, and the iconic Bhushi Dam. Perfect monsoon getaway from Mumbai or Pune.

Must-see highlights

Bhushi Dam monsoon overflow
Tiger's Leap cliff viewpoint
Karla Buddhist Caves (2nd century BC)
Chikki & fudge shopping
Rajmachi Fort trek (15km)
Bhaja Caves & waterfall
Lohagad Fort circuit
INS Shivaji Military museum (Khadakwasla)
Pawna Lake camping & sunrise
Visapur Fort hike
Tungarli Lake nature walk

On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Lonavala 2km · Pune Airport 65km

Nearby attractions

KhandalaKarla CavesBhaja CavesVisapur FortRajmachi Fort

How to get here

MumbaiLonavala

train · 1.5h

150

approx.

PuneLonavala

train · 1h

80

approx.

MumbaiLonavala

bus · 2.5h

200

approx.

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Best Time to Visit

June – September (monsoon), October – February (pleasant)

Nearest Transport

Lonavala2 km
Pune Airport65 km

Stay Options

budget700/night
mid2,000/night
luxury6,000/night

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Peak (80+) Good (60+) Fair Avoid

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