Lonavala

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Pune Autumn

Safety & current conditions in Lonavala

Generally safe to travel

Advisory

No active alerts. Carry layers, keep emergency contacts handy and check local conditions before you set out.

Live weather

22°C Drizzle
  • Feels 26°C
  • 7 km/h wind
  • 99% humidity

Weather, crowds and local conditions can change - always verify timings, closures and transport locally before you go.

Emergency & official

112 National emergency 1363 Tourist helpline

Overview

The monsoon-green Sahyadri getaway between Mumbai and Pune - Tiger's Leap, Bhushi Dam, the Karla and Bhaja caves, and the famous chikki.

DIY Snapshot

DIY difficulty Easy
Best for Nature, Slow travel
Ideal days 2 days
Best season Jun to Feb
Budget ₹6,000-₹11,000
Local transport Easy
Internet Good
Safety comfort High
Languages Marathi, Hindi, English
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The DIY deep-dive

DIY route options

The classic route Base around Lonavala and run the standard 2-day plan - the easiest, most dependable version of the trip.
Group it by area Cluster the sights by area - the old town and bazaars in one block, the outskirts (forts, gardens, museums) in another - so you are not crossing the city twice.

What most travellers miss

  • Visit in June to February - outside that window, heat or crowds make it far less pleasant.
  • Group your sightseeing by area so you are not criss-crossing the city all day.
  • Keep one meal slot for the local food - the bazaars and street eats are half the experience.
  • Start the big sights early to beat the crowds and the midday heat.

Where to base yourself

Lonavala The main base - most stays, food and transport, and the easiest to reach.

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How to reach

  • Nearest airport Pune ~65 km, or Mumbai ~85 km.
  • Nearest railway station Lonavala station on the Mumbai-Pune line.
  • Bus & road hub MSRTC buses; very frequent on the Mumbai-Pune corridor.
  • Taxis & local transport Autos and taxis.
  • Road access & best route Mumbai-Pune Expressway; an easy run from either city.

Things to do & travel tips

  • A quick monsoon getaway from Mumbai/Pune - the green is best Jun-Sep.
  • Tiger's Leap, Bhushi Dam and the Karla/Bhaja caves are the staples.
  • Weekends are very crowded - go on a weekday.
  • Buy the local chikki on the way out.

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Curated places to visit in Lonavala

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Bigg Boss (Hindi TV series) season 2

1.5 km from Lonavala centre

Bigg Boss 2, also known as Bigg Boss 2: Iss Nazar Se Kaun Bachega, is the second season of the Indian reality TV programme Bigg Boss. Hosted by Bollywood actress and producer Shilpa Shetty, the second season began air…

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Kaivalyadhama

1.6 km from Lonavala centre

Kaivalyadhama, officially the Kaivalyadhama Health and Yoga Research Centre, is a spiritual, therapeutic, and research centre founded by Swami Kuvalayananda in 1924. It aims to coordinate ancient yogic arts and tradit…

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Kune Falls

2.3 km from Lonavala centre

The Kune Falls is a waterfall at Khandala in Pune district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the 14th highest waterfall in India.

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Walwan Dam

3.3 km from Lonavala centre

Walwan Dam, is a gravity dam on the Indrayani river near Lonavala, Pune district in State of Maharashtra in India. It provides water to the nearby Khopoli Power Plant and to residents of Lonavala and Khandala and neig…

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Kusgaon Budruk

3.5 km from Lonavala centre

Kusgaon Budruk is a census town in Pune district in the Indian state of Maharashtra.

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Bhushi Dam

3.6 km from Lonavala centre

The Bhushi Dam is a masonry dam on the Indrayani River in Lonavala, Maharashtra, India. In 2014, the Indian Railways announced plans to develop Bhushi Dam as a tourist resort with participation from the private sector.

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Sadapur

4.9 km from Lonavala centre

Sadapur is a village in India, situated in the Mawal taluka of Pune district in the state of Maharashtra. It encompasses an area of 163.25 ha.

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Karandoli

5.4 km from Lonavala centre

Karandoli is a village in India, situated in Mawal taluka of Pune district in the state of Maharashtra. It encompasses an area of 317.72 ha.

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Aundhe Khurd

5.6 km from Lonavala centre

Aundhe Khurd is a village and gram panchayat in India, situated in Mawal taluka of Pune district in the state of Maharashtra. It encompasses an area of 421.25 ha.

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Maval

5.7 km from Lonavala centre

Maval is a tehsil in a subdivision of the same name, in the Pune district of Maharashtra, India.

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Kune Nane Mawal

5.8 km from Lonavala centre

Kune Nane Mawal is a village in India, situated in Mawal taluka of Pune district in the state of Maharashtra. It encompasses an area of 944 ha.

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Aundholi

5.8 km from Lonavala centre

Aundholi is a village in Mawal taluka of Pune district in the state of Maharashtra, India. It encompasses an area of 254.23 ha.

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Hotels & food in Lonavala

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Rajkiran Resorts

Rajkiran Resorts, NH48, Lonavala - 410400, Maharashtra, India

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Highland Resort

Highland Resort, NH48, Lonavala - 410400, Maharashtra, India

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OYO 6432 Strand Resort

OYO 6432 Strand Resort, MDC Main Road, Lonavala - 410400, Maharashtra, India

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Lonavla Restaurant

Lonavla Restaurant, NH48, Lonavala - 410400, Maharashtra, India

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Retreat Heritage

Retreat Heritage, Railway Station Road 2, Lonavala - 410400, Maharashtra, India

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Annapurna Hotel

Annapurna Hotel, Lonavala ST Stand Road, Lonavala - 410400, Maharashtra, India

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