A bastion of the Maratha Empire, Pune is known to be the “Oxford of the East”. With plenty of options that offer the perfect getaway from the city. With varied topography and rich cultural background, there’s no dearth of options when it comes to zooming away to one of these places on a Weekend Trip from Pune.
Sinhagad
Mostly famous for the Sinhagad fort, this place is not more than 30 km from Pune. The lush green scenery will make you fall in love with the place.
Things to do-
If you’re looking for a place to stay, Narayani Dham Temple offers rooms and lunch/dinner at a reasonable price.
You must also try the food at ISKCON Temple
While you are here, you must visit-
Learn about Maharastra’s history at Rajgad Fort
Love the nature at Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park
Visit Panshet Dam and
Click photos of wildlife at the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
Lavasa
Lavasa is a private, planned city being built near Pune. It is stylistically based on the Italian town Portofino, with a street and several buildings bearing the name of that town. This is the ideal location for families for a weekend trip from Pune.
Things you must do when you’re here-
Give yourself an indulgence session in style at the Spa
Have an adrenaline rush during Adventure Sports
And connect with Mother Earth on your Nature Walk
Places you could visit during your stay-
Visit the Bamboo Factory- Bamboosa
Spend an evening at Baji Pasalkar Reservoir and Varasgaon Dam
Lonavala
Lonavala doesn’t need an explanation for Puneities and Mumbaikars. This is a favorite weekend destination for a lot of people who like foggy weathers.
While you stay here, you could do-
Treat yourself with adventure sports at Della Adventure
Spot different celebrity statues at The Celebrity Wax Museum
In Lonavala, you MUST visit-
Bushi Dam
Tiger Point
Karla Caves
Visapur Fort
Khandala
This hill station in the Western Ghats is a close cousin of the popular location Lonavala.
While a lot of people choose Lonavala, some prefer Khandala for its serene environment.
Things to do-
Trekking at Rajmachi Fort
Learn about the unusual stories about Bhairava, a fierce manifestation of Shiva associated with annihilation at The Bhairavnath Temple
When you are here, visit
The famous Pavana Lake
The Bhaja Caves
But don’t forget the Rajmachi Park
Kolad
Kolad is a popular location among adrenaline junkies. With a wide variety of water-sports, Kolad attracts people for its adventure activities.
Things to do-
River rafting
Kayaking
River crossing
Rappeling
Places to visit-
Bhira Dam
Tamhini Falls
Kuda Caves
Matheran
Matheran is a hill station in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. It is a hill station in Karjat and is also the smallest hill station in India.
Things to do-
Zip-line at Alexander Point
Backpacking
Places to visit in Matheran-
One Tree Hill Point
Shivaji’s Ladder
Porcupine Point
Hart Point
Alexander Point
So which of these will be your Weekend Trip From Pune?
