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Top 10 Monsoon Getaways from Mumbai

SUMMARYRead on to know where you can indulge in all this and more at 10 of the best monsoon weekend getaways near

Mumbai.

Read on to know where you can indulge in all this and more at 10 of the best monsoon

weekend getaways near Mumbai.

1. Karnala: Lush greenery dotted with gurgling streams and waterfalls await naturalists

and picnickers just 60 km from Mumbai. The panoramic view of the rain-drenched

Sahyadri Mountains and waterfalls from the Karnala Fort are a sight to behold. We

rounded off our trip with a visit to the Karnala bird sanctuary! says Rishi, a software

consultant who has lived in Ohio for five years and visited Karnala for the first time.

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Mulshi: A quick getaway thats a three-hour drive from Mumbai, Mulshi Dam and

its scenic surroundings are the perfect destination in the monsoons. Indulge in a

trek in the Hattihant and Pagota hill ranges, drive around or enjoy boating in the

Mulshi Lake.

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Malshej Ghat: Explore the Sahyadri Mountains at Malshej, says avid trekkerPrashant, an accountant residing in New York for 10 years. If youre lucky you could

spot rabbits, peacocks, leopards and the elusive tiger. A visit to Khireshwar to see

the flamingos and climb the famous Harishchandragad Fort make for an exciting

fun-filled weekend in the rains.

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Lohgad Fort: Take a train to Lonavala and another one from there to Malavli to head

for Lohgad Fort, an absolute trekkers delight. The view from the top includes the

Tung and Tikona hills, Dukes Nose and the Pavana Dam. You are literally swept off

your feet at The Wind Spot, at the entrance of the fort! Two days spent on the

Visapur trek exploring the Karla and Bhaje Caves make it an action-packed

weekend, says Sneha, a lawyer and travel aficionado for whom Chicago has been

home for three years now.

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Kashid: Located on SH60 is a sleepy village town where silken sands of an archedshoreline, nestled in the hills against a blue-white facade await you. A stroll on the

beach as the gentle drizzle comes down, doing nothing else but indulging in

delicious seafood monsoon weekends at Kashid are that lazy and laid back.

6. Khandala - Lonavala: If youre looking for a walk in the clouds in the monsoons

without getting too far away from Mumbai you should head for Lonavala. The MTDC

Resort at Karla is a comfortable place to stay at a reasonable price. Be prepared for

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a madding crowd at the Koraigad Fort on a rain-drenched Sunday after splashing

about at the Bhushi Dam on Saturday.

7. Matheran: A mere 100 km from Mumbai this picturesque hill station is a delight to

visit. Panorama Point, Porcupine Point and One Tree Hill offer some picturesque

views of the surrounding hills and valleys. A boat ride in the Charlotte Lake and atrek up Mount Berry are other things you can do.

8. Kihim Beach / Alibaug / Murud: Head to a nearby beach. A fun-filled weekend in the

rains at this spot includes exploring the Kankeshwar Temple and the Colaba Fort,

playing cricket and beach volleyball, and indulging in a little bit of lazing around.

Stay away from swimming though.

9. Nagoan: A 120 km from Mumbai is an excellent weekend getaway option. Strolling

on the beach, lounging around and feasting on healthy organic food amidst lush

greenery, Nagoan is the stuff restful weekends are made of.

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Malvan / Ratnagiri : Go there to enjoy the best sea food at the lowest cost and boththe places are absolutely unexplored. Try going there by cycle / motor bike or in

fact you can drive yourself.

The monsoons are considered off-season on the tourist circuit, and you can get some

great deals at this time. Do you enjoy traveling in the rains? Have you been on a scenic,

monsoon getaway from Mumbai? Share your experience with other readers!