Nestled in the dense green cover of the Western Ghats, are the ever popular hill stations of Maharashtra- Mahabaleshwar & Panchgani. Only about 120 Kms away from Pune & about 260 Kms from Mumbai, this duo surely offers an ideal respite from city life with their pleasant climes, snow white misty peaks, acres of red fruit covered lands in summer, beautiful valleys and breathtaking views. Whether it's a quiet, romantic interlude, a wonderful family vacation or an adventurous, fun-filled weekend excursion for yourselves, the charm of thesetwin hill resorts will leave you enchanted all the year around.Major Attractions: Arthur's Seat, Elephant's Head Point, Wilson Point, Venna Lake, Mapro Garden, Lingmala Waterfall, Sydney Point, Table Land, Parsi Point, Rajpuri CavesTop Activities: Boating, horse riding, strawberry picking, sightseeing, trekking, photography, camping, shopping for local productsDuration: 2 DaysBest Time to Visit: October to JuneEncircling the hill station lie a chain of beautiful forests and captivating vales, with both Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar promising to bring its visitors a unique slice of heaven away from the city grind. Embark on this tour starting with the breathtaking spectacle of sunrise views from Wilson's Point (the highest point) followed by a visit to a plethora of sights such as the Arthur's Seat, The Elephant's Head Point & many more, Enjoy a boat ride at Venna Lake and don't forget to savor the delights of fresh strawberries at the popular Mapro garden. Explore the expansive and flat plateau at Panchgani which lends itself beautifully to horseriding and relaxing nature walks accompanied by the vista of verdant valleys,which draws trekkers and photographers alike, Mahableshwar offers the option to get a first hand experience of dense forest and nature treks as well for all thosenature enthusiasts ,and families can just relax enjoying the plush gardens and refreshing waterfalls. No tour is ever complete with out some souvenir shopping. Do take along with you some fresh produce, juices and jams at local markets or at the famous Mapro and Local Haats selling handmade arts, handicrafts & jewellery. Whether it’s a romantic getaway, a family bonding trip, a quick weekend getaway – The Monsoons have these two beautiful destinations painted green, bursting with waterfalls and a cool ambiance, while the winters present spectacular views and cool, crisp air- a heavenly abode to take out your loved ones to cherish them.
