A haven of adventure and peace in Maharashtra! Among the many amazing hill stations of Maharashtra and one of the most preferred destinations for adventure, Kamshet comes in at the very top for weekend getaways. Barely 110 km from the city of Mumbai and just 50 km away from Pune, Kamshet is a peaceful, picturesque destination, adorned with lush green hills, stunning lake, dramatic valleys, and ancient caves. For this reason, Kamshet, often dubbed as the paragliding hub of Maharashtra also makes up for the perfect outing for adrenaline seekers, nature enthusiasts, friends, families and working professionals who would love an escape from the usual city life! Enjoy the best of both thrill and peace when you visit this one of the most enjoyable weekend getaways at the heart of the Western Ghats. The terrain’s distinct geography along with its impressive altitude provides arguably the best Paragliding tour experience in the entire country. A sure adventure, soaring high over Kamshet’s vibrant green on a day so perfectly clear that you will easily get an eagle eye view of the entire mountain ranges as emerald hills, meandering rivers, and serene lakes. You can enjoy more than just an outing with the wind and indulge into excursions that range back to ancient times such as paragliding into these pristine landscapes from Kamshet.Major Attractions: Pawna Lake, Shinde Wadi Hills, Bedse Caves, Kondeshwar Temple, Bhandar Dongar, Tikona Fort, Karla Caves, Bhairi CavesTop Activities: Paragliding, trekking, camping, nature photography, cave exploration, lakeside picnics, birdwatchingDuration: 1 Day to 2 DaysBest Time to Visit: October to May (Paragliding season), June to September for monsoon landscapesIf you love a peek into history, then explore ancient Buddhist caves like Karla and Bedse as you trek your way through the architectural styles, which are a delight on the eyes; giving the surrounding mountains and valleys views like none other. Explore its historic fortresses like Tikona, along with spending a starry night Camping beside Lake Pawna. During monsoon, the destination transforms into a glorious landscape with misty mountain ranges and roaring waterfalls and it is the ideal visit to this lovely destination. Providing an eclectic mix of staying with locals to an even lake camp spent next to the burning campfire, it offers everything including the finger-licking experience of Maharashtrian cuisines. Whether your aim to Fly High in the sky, relive the glory of AncientBuddhistcaves or trek its historical fortresses -Kamshet is the kind of destination that has every experience to accommodate your adventures-trips be it to spend with loved one or alone.
