10 Most Amazing Monsoon Destinations in Maharashtra

Monsoons are magical and memorable in India!

⎯ By Viniti Srivastava ｜👍💟📨

10 Most Amazing Monsoon Destinations in Maharashtra. 

Among the all destinations in India, Maharashtra reserves most amazing places for travelers. Maharashtra, which quietly waits for the rains and then suddenly refresh the Life with lush green fields, valleys and scenic beauty of  hills, mounted with dark clouds will definitely pleased you. Here are top 10 most visiting and popular destinations are: 

1. Malshej Ghat : 

The Malshej Ghat is a popular hill station, nestled in the western ghats of Sahyadri hills of Maharashtra. The place turns beautiful during the monsoons with lush green valleys and during September visitors especially come for watching pink flamingos, gathered near the lakes. The waterfalls of Malshej Ghat is popular among the trekkers and nature lovers.

2. Lonavala & Khandala : 

Both are situated in western ghats of Sahyadri hills. These two hill stations are full of scenic beauty and surrounded with lush greenery that will give you a superfine experience in monsoon. The Tiger Hill, exploring Bhaja Caves, Lohaghar Fort, Bushi-Dam, camping at Pawna Lake, trek to Canyon Valley, hot air balloon safari are the must to do and visit options. The luxury resorts and hotels are popular options for their beautiful ambiance, night life, food and hospitality. 

The waterfalls are all most everywhere you can see, even on the sides of the roads. The western express high-way drive through tunnels make it more exciting for long drive lovers. The view of dark clouds and wet green grass valleys till the horizon will  amazed everyone to fall in love with nature. 

                                           

3. Igatpuri : 

This Hill station has stunning green valleys, most elevated Railway tracks, quaint old fort, waterfalls, dense forest and majestic mountains make an ideal place for Nature Lovers specially During Monsoons. The Activities to do in Igatpuri are : riding, cycling, trekking, Tent camping etc. 

                                            

4. Satara : 

The mesmerizing Beauty of this place increases during monsoon when it turns into Stunning flowers valley. This beautiful Hill station situated at Western Ghats of Sahyadri Hills of Satara District. It is the part of World Heritage of Botanical Gardens having 100 Varieties of Flowers. Tourist have excitement for visiting this place during September just after monsoon end. 

                                            

5. Mahabaleshwar : 

Mahabaleshwar and Panchagani are the neighbors hill station in Satara district of Maharashtra. The pleasant climate, Green valleys and Ghats at an elevation of 4370 feet above sea level are the best Destinations for the nature lovers and trekkers. It is quite near to Panchgani in distance and both are often coupled together in a single trip. The  Mapro Garden, Bollywood Wax museum, Elevated Wai-Ghat, Cheese Factory,  Mahabaleshwar Temple, Lake Rides and Out-doors Sports must visit and do by anyone who is planning for These two cities.

                                            

6. Kolad : 

This amazing place is situated in Raigad district of Maharashtra, Famous for an adventure, water rafting and other water-adventure sports. The Famous Kundalika river is the fastest flowing river of Maharashtra and the Waterfalls around the city make it more Sporty for trekkers. 

                                       

7. Matheran :  

It is The Most Exciting, Mesmerizing and less Populated Monsoon Destination in the west Indian state of Maharashtra. The Toy Train that runs between, Neral  and Matheran station, Gives you a pleasant Travel Trip,  that goes up and down though out the Green valleys and Memories during Monsoon. The Panorama Point , Louisa Point, Echo Points are the main views of waterfalls and the ancient Prabal Fort is must to visit. 

                                           

8. Karjat : 

A sub district city in Raigad district in the state of Maharashtra, Karjat is a popular and picturesque location for One Day Picnic. It spans over the regions of the Western ghats of Sahayadri ranges. The banks of the Ulhas river is famous for Water-rafting for adventurers. The panoramic sites, Huge Gardens, Rocky plateau magical greenery is breathtaking. 

                                           

9. Lavasa : 

Its a private and first planned city built near Pune, based on the Italian town Portofino Theme, with a street and several buildings bearing the name of that town. Lakeshore for Water-sports are available at Town Hall in Lavasa. 

                                           

10. Bhimashanker :  

Bhimashankar is one of the pilgrim and known Jyotirlingas in India. The Many Ancient temples and caves are most attractive point. Mesmerizing green lush fields, gardens and dense forest looks amazing and sightseeing during Monsoon.