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Explore Maharashtra with these Exciting Monsoon Activities

Why get stuck in traffic jams and waterlogging, when you can enjoy monsoons to their fullest on weekends! This monsoon steps out of your “Home-zone” and enter a “Wow-zone” as you indulge in some fantastic activities recommended by Things2do to make the Monsoon a super fun season for you. Maharashtra adorns a new blanket of scenic views from lush greenery to beautiful rainbows and opens up new places for one to explore and capture memories.

Here is your bucket list of activities to enjoy this Monsoon:

1Trekking to Harishchandragad

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 The beauty of nature and a bit of adventure, The Harishchandragad trek near Mumbai will surely challenge and awe you at the same time. While you trek through the pathways of the majestic fort, there are many places to explore and witness the rich heritage and culture of the place. One can indulge in rock climbing or just get drenched in mesmerising waterfalls and enjoy the scenic views. 

2Camping at Pawna Lake

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Pawna Lake, is considered to be one of the best places for camping and soaking up the great views of the beautiful Pawna lake and the Sahyadri Mountains. When you are camping at Pawna Lake, there are many things  to do. Besides enjoying the relaxing time and fun activities by the lake, you can also explore nearby hill stations like Lonavala and Khandala with great tourist attractions like Tiger Point, Dukes Nose, Bhaja Caves etc. The area also has the legendary trek to Korigad Fort and the beautiful Kune Waterfalls, where you can spend a wonderful picnic in nature. The waterfalls also offer some adventure rappelling for people who love outdoor adventure sports. 

3 Get Adventurous at Durshet

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Durshet is a totally adventurous place surrounded by dense forest in the lap of the Sahyadri ranges. The mesmerising scenery on the way to the waterfall will definitely lure you enough to stay a little longer than you planned for your weekend getaway. When it comes to adventure activities, this place offers many adventure activities for tourists in Maharashtra. From Rappelling to Zip lining, Burma Bridge, Tarzan Swing, Kayaking, Night Trail in Forest and a lot more. Durshet is really a fun place to enjoy the rainy season. 

4A Toy Train Journey to the Woods

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Ever wondered where a toy train could take you? Yes! The toy train in Matheran takes you to some magical and mystic views of this beautiful eco-sensitive green city!  Matheran is the only hill station in India, where all motor vehicles are banned. Matheran will be the perfect place for one to spend your weekends in a serene climate. Here you won’t have pollution or cars to worry about and can freely roam around the beautiful rainy plateaus of this eco friendly tourist destination in Maharashtra! 

5Get Drenched at Thoseghar Waterfalls

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Thoseghar Waterfall is one of the best waterfalls in Maharashtra, especially during the Monsoon when water gushes from great altitudes. This place is perfect to spend time with friends and family. A waterfall located close to Satara, it offers you a panoramic view and a chance to witness Monsoon with its in all its glory. A few hours drive from Mumbai, it is one of the hottest monsoon tourist destinations for a quick getaway near Mumbai.

6A dip into Devkund Waterfall

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 Devkund Waterfall, a serene, secret place away from the hustle and bustle of the city gives total scenic and magical vibes to all nature lovers. Devkund is a rare plunge waterfall in Maharashtra. It is a beautiful amalgamation of three waterfalls and is said to be the origin of the Kundalika River. The waterfall tumbles down with a strong gush on the rocky surface right into a natural pool of turquoise waters. One can also take a plunge into its soothing waters, as long as you maintain safety during this fun escapade. 

7Take a Campervan Roadtrip to Jawhar

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A road trip during the monsoons is just the perfect way to spend a great weekend away from the city and on the road. So go ahead and book your own luxury campervan, where you and your adventure partner can explore the beautiful heritage town of Jawhar in a specially curated experience by Things2.do. The greenery on the roads, the beauty of culture and the warmth of a traditional home-cooked meal – this trip has everything you need for a perfect monsoon weekend. 

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Campervan Adventures

Make your travel journey an experience with a mix of adventure, food, nature and heaps of fun activities stitched together to create a perfect trip for you!

8River Rafting at Kolad

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Excited for some thrilling experience? Then river rafting at Kolad is surely going to give you enough. Quite beautiful with many waterfalls, lush greenery, and the captivating Sahyadris, Kolad is a major tourist destination in Maharashtra, especially due to its approach towards water-based adventure and similar activities. Kolad is a peaceful yet vibrant location that offers adventure sports like rafting, rappelling, kayaking, rock climbing, and many more but of course, Kolad River Rafting has attracted many tourists towards it. Definitely, add it to your bucket list.

Looking for easy ways to make all these amazing monsoon wanderlust ideas come alive, check out Things2.do – where we make it simple for you to view, book and enjoy amazing lifestyle experiences that make you live life a little bit more! 

Writer at Things2do