Overview

Mahabaleshwar has the many tourist attraction like temples, forts, lakes and many more. The best tourist attraction of Mahabaleshwar is Mahabaleshwar temple, Pratapgarh Fort, Venna lake, Panchgani, Authur’s seat, Lingamala waterfalls, Elephant’s head point, Panchganga temple, Mapro garden, On Wheelz amusement park and Velocity Entertainments. Avail a well planned Mahabaleshwar Five days package for getting the best of this place.

Day 1 : Mumbai - Mahabaleshwar

Arrive at Mahabaleshwar from Mumbai or Pune and get transferred to your hotel. Check-in and head out for an amazing tour across the hill station. Thereafter you can go for half day tour includes a tour to Mahabaleshwar temple. The temple in its present state, is surrounded by 5 feet high stone wall. The main temple has two apartments, the inner room, which is the God chamber and the outer room which is the central hall. The temple is dedicate to Lord Shiva and enshrines a lingam. The Mahabaleshwar is named after the presiding deity of this temple, Lord Mahabali, which is also why it is considered a major landmark of Mahabaleshwar.

Day 2 : Mahabaleshwar - Panchgani

After breakfast, trip to the cascading waterfalls, such as the Lingmala waterfall (6km), Dhobi waterfall (3km) and Chinamans waterfall (2.5km). There is also the Venna Lake, which is 2.5 km long and has boating facilities. Close to the lake are strawberry stalls and people can even go for little horse riding. Wilson point is the highest point of Mahabaleshwar and has three observation towers, which offer a splendid view especially of the sunrise. Tourist also loves to visit the Elphinstone Point, Babington Point, Kates Point and Arthurs Point. Later we drive to Panchgani, is situated 19km away from Mahabaleshwar. At panchgani, you can visit the various viewpoints such as the, the Sidney point, Parsi point and the Graves Point. Tapola, also known as mini Kashmir, is 25kms from Mahabaleshwar. It has a big lake with small islands and their tourists can take a boat and visit the various islands. Back to Mahabaleshwar. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3: Mahabaleshwar - Lonavala

A sumptuous breakfast at the hotel will be followed by a drive down to Lonavala (180 kms/ 4hrs). Enroute you see the Carla & Bhaja Caves, are a group of 18 rock-cut caves. You will also see a group of 14 stupas - five inside and nine outside the caves. Located near the Lonavala hill station. In the evening you arrive at Lonavala, check in to the hotel and stay overnight.

Day 4  : Matheran: Lonavala and Matheran Sightseeing .

Matheran packages from Mumbai cover two exotic locations on this day

Grab breakfast and get started for a day of sightseeing. The first stop at Lonavala is the Karla and Bhaja caves. These Buddhist caves also have several inscriptions and carvings that tell you about the Buddhist culture. The second stop is the Bhushi Dam, a masonry dam in Lonavala situated on the banks of river Indrayani. From here, you can get exquisite views of nearby mountains, ghats, and valleys. Then, you will get transferred to Matheran. Check-in at the hotel and relax for a while. Now, head towards the Porcupine Point, a spectacular place where one can catch a beautiful sunset across the mountains. Then, you will visit the Echo Point. A bird lover’s paradise, this place houses a plethora of native and migratory birds. Then, you will visit the Hart Point. Return to the hotel for dinner and a cozy overnight’s stay.

Day 5  : Matheran packages from Mumbai offer some more sightseeing on the last day of the tour

Post breakfast, you will spend time at some breathtaking points at Matheran. The first location will be the Prabalgad. This is a fortress that is located on the hilltop among the Western Ghats. It is located between Matheran and Panvel. Then, you will be taken to the Shivaji’s Ladder. This is an area that provides exciting activities such as rock climbing, hiking, bouldering, and valley crossing across different kinds of lands and platforms. Then, you will be taken to the Kalavantin Durg. This is a steep hill with ruins of an ancient fortress or rampart. It is located on a 2300 feet hill. Apart from eyeing nature, you will also get a glimpse of Mumbai. Post-journey, you will be transferred to the airport or railway station for your onward journey towards Pune or Mumbai.