Monsoon Maharashtra

1. Bhimashankar, Pune – Sweet Spot Of Sahyadri

 Bhimashankar, Pune – Sweet Spot Of Sahyadri

The ghat region of the Sahyadri Hills wears the prettiest shade of green with the onset of monsoon. The notable biodiversity of Bhimashankar is certainly a bewitching sight. Explore the place with your friends or family as some stunning escapades await you in the midst of vast valleys.Sahyadri Wildlife Sanctuary and Jyotirlinga Temple are some of the most popular places to visit in Maharashtra during monsoon. It is this time when the abundant flora and fauna of the sanctuary comes alive and rare animal breeds can be spotted. If you are in or around Pune during monsoon, make sure that you don’t miss out on this place.

2. Bhandardara, Ahmednagar

 Bhandardara, Ahmednagar

An ideal weekend getaway from Mumbai and Pune, Bhandardara is an offbeat hill-station in the Western Ghats decked with waterfalls, lakes, and sprawling greenery. A recommended pit stop while you are headed to Shirdi, Bhandardara is one of the popular places to visit in monsoon in Maharashtra. The rains add to the pristine beauty of this place when nature sways at its glorious best.

At 2000 m plus altitude, Bhandardara is perfect for planning a camping session with your gang. The place has lovely campsites too.

3. Malshej Ghat, Thane-Pune

Malshej Ghat, Thane-Pune 

Malshej is another attraction in the Ghats that makes it to the top 10 places to visit in Maharashtra in monsoon. Primarily known for picturesque trails, and orchards of mulberries that flourish at their best during monsoon, Malshej Ghats is the place for adventure seekers. Ajoba Hill Fort – a popular place for adventurers, Darkoba Peak, Jivdhan Chawand Fort, and Nane Ghat are popular trails that give travelers a lot to explore.

4. Matheran, Raigad – Of Nature And Horses!

 Matheran, Raigad – Of Nature And Horses!

Matheran is synonymous with viewpoints and views! Monsoon only adds to the glamor quotient of the heart of Raigad that remains one of the prime attractions of places to visit in monsoon in Maharashtra. Matheran – touted as the smallest hill station presents panoramic vistas and exceptional photography options.Louisa Point, Panorama Point, Monkey Point, Porcupine Point, Echo Point, and Prabal Fort are some of the places that exhibit true colors of nature with the onset of monsoon. Don’t believe me? Plan a trip and behold the beauty!

5. Alibag, Raigad – The Coastal Charm Of Raigad

Alibag, Raigad – The Coastal Charm Of Raigad

With lots of refreshing architecture, pristine beaches, and scenic beauty in the offering, Alibag is counted among the top places to visit near Mumbai in monsoon. Kulaba Fort, Undheri Fort, and Murud-Janjira Fort are known for intricate architecture; while Nagaon Beach, Alibaug Beach, and Varsoli Beach are the virgin coastal beauties distinguished by their mesmerizing sunsets. The pristine beaches of Alibag attract a large number of tourists every year.Monsoons are most awaited in the region because of the fact that beaches in Alibaug undergo a complete makeover and look straight out of a picture postcard. Turquoise waters and lush greenery make it an even more exciting place to visit in Maharashtra.

6. Karnala, Raigad – The Looming Fort Over The Rainforest

Karnala, Raigad – The Looming Fort Over The Rainforest

Karnala Fort is one of the oldest remaining buildings that juts over the rainforest area over 450 m above the ground. A trek up to the fort on a gloomy day is an experience that is one of its kind when a bird’s eye view of the Mumbai coastline and Sahyadri Range in front make it a surreal sight, making this place one of the best places to visit in Maharashtra during monsoon. The mosses surrounding the fort and mystic environs around the fort definitely looks picturesque and every moment spent beholding the surreal sight makes for a memorable one.Karnala Bird Sanctuary is home to 150 plus birds and it’s a pleasure watching them in their natural habitat particularly during monsoon when the birds are out celebrating the rains.

7. Kolad, Raigad – The Best Of Picture-Perfect Maharashtra

 Kolad, Raigad – The Best Of Picture-Perfect Maharashtra

Are you looking forward to making your monsoon outing fun and adventurous? In that case, Kolad the perfect place for you! The beautiful weekend destination in Maharashtra is full of sprawling campsites, picture-perfect homestays and enough of activities for adventure enthusiastsWhitewater rafting is the most renowned activity that you can take in the waters of Kolad during monsoon. Trekking, zip lining, and canoeing are other daring activities that adventurers mostly prefer. Some of the most prominent attractions near Kolad are Kuda caves, Tamhini falls and Bhira dam, all of which make up for some of the best places to visit during monsoon in Maharashtra.