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Destination Guide
Lonavala
4.1
1-2 Days
15 Attractions
About Lonavala
A hill station in the Sahyadri range, Lonavala is one of the most popular weekend getaways from Mumbai and Pune. Located on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, it is easily accessible and known for its stunning views during monsoons when waterfalls cascade from every cliff. Tiger's Leap
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A Perfect Day
Our editors' pick for the ideal day in Lonavala.
07:00 AM
Tiger's Leap Sunrise
Walk to the cliff-top viewpoint as mist fills the valley below. The tiger-shaped cliff drop is dramatic in morning light.
10:00 AM
Karla & Bhaja Caves
Explore 2nd-century BC Buddhist rock-cut caves. The chaitya hall at Karla is one of the finest surviving examples in India.
02:00 PM
Rajmachi Fort Trek
Trek to the twin-fort complex in the Sahyadris. Monsoon mist and waterfalls make this trek spectacularly green.
05:30 PM
Pawna Lake Camping
Set up camp by the lake with Tung Fort in the background. Chikki, bonfire, and star-gazing complete the experience.
The Collection
15 placesTop Attractions
3.5
·4 km from city centerTiger's Leap
Located 8km away from Lonavala, Tiger's Leap is a popular tourist point. It is a cliff top with a sheer drop of over 650 m, offering a comprehensive view of the hills and the Western Ghats. The echo point on Tiger's Leap is another major attraction.
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3.5
·9 km from city centerRajmachi Fort
Midway between Lonavala and Khandala is a fort by the name of Rajmachi Fort, a prominent landmark that watches over some of the most breathtakingly beautiful and wide sceneries of the region.
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4.2
·13 km from city centerImagica Adlabs
A world class entertainment park, Imagica Adlabs is a one of its kind destination picnic spot with plethora of entertainment options. Located on Mumbai-Pune Expressway, this theme park is one of the latest additions in the list of Mumbai's entrainment hubs.
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3.5
·17 km from city centerAamby Valley
A one of its kind, this place is known for its irreplaceable grandeur and plush signature features. The fountains of ecstasy, Sahyadri peaks and the historic Koyarigarh fort offer a spectacular view of the grand Aambey valley city.
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4.2
·1 km from city centerLonavala Lake
Lonavala Lake is located on the outskirts of Lonavala and is sourced by the Inrayani River. The lake fills up during the monsoons and dries up during the winter leading it to be popularly known as the monsoon lake. It is a popular picnic spot offering activities like bird watching, swimming, and angling.
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4.2
·8 km from city centerKarla caves
Karla Caves are ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves and a famous tourist attraction located near Lonavala. It is one of the oldest Buddhist cave shrines in India. These caves houses one of the largest Chaityas (prayer hall with a stupa) in India. Karla Caves is mainly known for the Ekvira Temple located inside.
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4.2
·8 km from city centerBhaja Caves
The Bhaja caves are a group of 22 rock-cut Buddhist caves, located near Pune. Visited mostly along with the Karla Caves, these caves are believed to have existed since 2nd century BC. It houses a group of 14 majestic stupas.
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3.2
·9 km from city centerLohagad Fort
This is one of many forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji, adorned with elements and styles of Maharshtrian architecture. Not only the grandeur of the structure, but the sceneries and views all around, make it another favorite of all its visitors.
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4.2
·3 km from city centerBushi Dam
Bhushi Dam is a masonry dam on the Indrayani River and one of the most popular places to visit in Lonavala during the monsoons. Even though swimming is prohibited at the dam due to the inconsistent flow of the water, one can always enjoy on the steps.
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3.5
·4 km from city centerCelebrity Wax Museum
Sunil's Celebrity Wax Museum is a popular attraction in Lonavala. It houses almost 100 sculptures of celebrities like Rajiv Gandhi, Benazir Bhutto, Michael Jackson, Kapil Dev Adolf Hitler, AR Rahman and many more. Image of Chhatrapati Shivaji is the highlight of the museum.
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3.5
·5 km from city centerAmrutanjan Point
Located at the starting of Khandala Ghatsa, the Amrutanjan Point is an excellent view point from where one can get a magnificent aerial view of the town Khopoli as well as the Duke's Nose.
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3.5
·5 km from city centerRajmachi
Rajmachi is a picturesque village situated close to Lonavala. It is famous for Rajmachi Fort which is a popular trekking spot in the region. It also house two historical forts - Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts.
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·12 km from city centerWet N Joy Water Park
Wet N Joy Water Park is situated on the Old Mumbai Pune highway in Lonavala and is synonymous with fun, thrill and excitement. With a variety of joy rides, water slides, fun zones and a massive food court, the water park is a popular recreation spot both among the kids and the adults.
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3.3
·0 km from city centerCity Shopping
While in Lonavala, take home the snacks the town is known for, especially the sweet and crunchy Chikki. Also get you hands on canned jams, popular in the area.
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·4 km from city centerBungee Jumping in Lonavala
Bungee Jumping in Lonavala takes place in the Della Adventures park. The equipment is attached at a height of 150 ft and lasts for about 7-10 minutes. People above the age of 10, with a body weight of above 35 kgs are allowed to take the jump.
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Duration1-2 Days
Attractions15
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