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Lonavala

Monsoon Magic in the Sahyadris

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2 daysIdeal stay₹700From / nightFreeEntryJune – SeptemberBest windowLonavalaNearest rail · 2 km

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.

Pairs well with

Pune· 1h awayMumbai· 2h awayMahabaleshwar· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 75
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — lush green landscapes but risk of leeches, leeches, and landslides. Road access may be disrupted. (high crowds.)

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On the map

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

Nearest transport

Lonavala2 km
Pune Airport65 km

Stay options

budget₹700/night
mid₹2,000/night
luxury₹6,000/night

Best time to visit

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

How to get here

Mumbai → Lonavala

train · 1.5h

₹150

approx.

Pune → Lonavala

train · 1h

₹80

approx.

Mumbai → Lonavala

bus · 2.5h

₹200

approx.

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