Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar was the summer capital of the erstwhile Bombay Presidency. A popular town, with an air of unspoilt beauty, it meanders leisurely for 5 kms. at an altitude of 1372m.

While away the hours boating or fishing at the placid Venna Lake. Explore the walks or the thirty points that offer panoramic views of the valley and the sea. Bathe in the crystal waters of the numerous waterfalls.

Discover Pratapgad Fort 24 kms. away, where Shivaji dramatically bested General Afzal Khan. And the gorgeous ninehole golf course built on the edge of a cliff! Or simply idle through the tiny lanes of the bazaar, shopping for everything from shoes to luscious strawberries, blackberries, jams and jellies.

Taxis and rickshaws are easily available though a bicycle, which you can hire by the hour or for the day, is the best way to get around.

Temperature vary from 13oC in winter to 29 oC in summer with a yearly rainfall of 663 cms.

The best time to visit is October to June.

How To Reach Mahabaleshwar

 
The hill resort of Mahabaleshwar is easily accessible from the other important cities of India besides the other cities of Maharashtra. The excellent road network, railway system and the air linking make Mahabaleshwar a popular travel destination of western India.

By Air:Pune is the nearest airport both for Mahabaleshwar at a distance of 120 km. Thus, the Pune airport further links Mahabaleshwar with other important cities of India

By Rail:For Mahabaleshwar, the nearest railhead is Wathar, which is 62 km away. Though it is the Pune at 120 km that makes a convenient railhead.

By Road:From Mumbai via Pune, Mahabaleshwar is 290 km and via Mahad it is 247 km. The excellent road network links Mahabaleshwar with Mumbai and Pune.