5 Perfect Weekend Getaways Destinations Near Mumbai
Mumbai is the city that never sleeps! It is the largest metropolitan in India where the hustle bustle of the big city life can get on our nerves. After days of working hard, everybody needs a weekend to relax and get some peace away from chaos of the city. The best part about this city is that it is surrounded by numerous places which are perfect for weekend getaways. So here are the 5 perfect places for weekend getaways near Mumbai.
Karjat
Karjat is situated on the basin of river Ulhas. It is a small village which is around 62kms away from Mumbai. Karjat is a small Konkan town famous for its beautiful mountains, magnificent rock-cut cave temples and ancient forts. Karjat also offers amazing activities like rock climbing, trekking, white water rafting, Waterfall climbing, rappelling, boating and picnics. The best time to visit Karjat is july to September.
Alibaug
Alibaug, around 95 kms away from Mumbai, is the perfect weekend getaway destination. The destination can be reached by road or a ferry ride from south of Mumbai. The beautiful 17th century Kolaba Fort with the cravings of tigers and elephants, the magnificent Korlai Fort build by Portuguese in 1521 and the Janjira Fort with huge walls and cannons gives us a sense of the ancient history of Maharashtra. Alibaug has beautiful beaches like Nagaon beach and Varsoli beach and offers amazing water activities and sports. The best time to visit Alibaug is between October and July.
Kamshet
Kamshet, just 105 kms away from Mumbai, is best known for paragliding and flying schools. It is a beautiful place surrounded by Western Ghats and gives us a closer look at the village life with muddy huts, village markets and paddy and sunflower fields which provides an awesome view while you can enjoy doing paragliding and soaring. Not only paragliding, Kamshet is filled with beautiful places like Bhandar Dongar, Raikar Farm, Uksan Dam, Vadivali Lake, Bhairi Cave, Bedsa Saves, Karla Caves and Kondeshwar Temple. The best time to visit this place is between October and May.
Lonavala-Khandala
Lonavala-Khandala, being the popular twin hill resorts, is a very popular holiday destination among the tourists and locales of Mumbai. It is the perfect place to escape into the hills and enjoy trekking and camping. Just 93 kms away from Mumbai, Lonavala and Khandala consists of amazing places to visit like Duke’s Nose, Korigad Fort, Tiger’s Leap, Lohagad, Karla & Bhaja Caves, Bushy Dam, Bedsa Caves, Pavna Lake, Tungarli Lake and Lonavala Lake. The best time to visit is between October and May.
Nashik
Nashik, also known as the Wine Capital of India, is around 167 kms away from Mumbai. It has some of the popular and oldest vineyards in the nation including the popular Sula Winery, York Winery and Tasting Room and Sula Vineyards. Nashik is the perfect place for all the wine lovers who love to indulge themselves in the wine tasting tour or enjoy the crush grapes in barrels. Alos, there are many beautiful religious destinations like Mhasoba Temple, Trimbakeshwar and Muktidham that are worth exploring.
