Category Lonavala & Matheran Day Trips

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The 8 Best Lonavala & Matheran Day Trips from Mumbai

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Two hill stations in the Western Ghats, greenest in the monsoon: Lonavala’s forts and Karla caves, Matheran’s car-free red-earth trails. These 8 day trips are compared on travel time, what each includes, group size and cost, so a long day out of the city is time well spent.

Hill-station & Heritage: Lonavala & Karla Caves Tour from Mumbai

Hill-station & Heritage: Lonavala & Karla Caves Tour from Mumbai - From Mumbai to Lonavala: waterfalls, short walks, and a hill-station reset

1.Hill-station & Heritage: Lonavala & Karla Caves Tour from Mumbai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $72Our pick

A 10-12 hour Lonavala and Karla Caves tour from Mumbai with viewpoints, Ekvira Devi Temple, Buddhist caves, plus guide and AC transport.

“Many thanks to Sameer and Hassan for a lovely day! We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and would highly recommend it. At the temple there are tuk tuks to take you up quite a way, which is great fun, but there are around 200 steps up to the teRead more”

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Lonavala – Hill Station Tour From Mumbai

Lonavala - Hill Station Tour From Mumbai - Karla Caves near Lonavala: Buddhist rock-cut shrines you can feel

2.Lonavala – Hill Station Tour From Mumbai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $129

A full-day private Lonavala trip from Mumbai with A/C pickup, cave shrines at Karla and Bhaja, included lunch, and classic viewpoint time.

“We had an incredible day trip to Lonavala, made unforgettable by our guide, Hardik. From the moment we met him, he was warm, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. He shared fascinating historical insights, local legends, and hidden geRead more”

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Lonavla Hill Station Tour

Lonavla Hill Station Tour - 9 Stops, One Easy Pace: From Rajmachi to Shooting Point

3.Lonavla Hill Station Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · from $79

A full day from Mumbai to Lonavla’s viewpoints, gardens, temples, and monsoon waterfalls, with AC pickup, an English driver, and quick stops.

“Yash our guide and Mahesh our driver were great. It was nice to get out of the city and see the hilltops. A welcome breath of fresh air and serenity. Nice even during off season. Recommend”

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Kalsubai Hike (Midnight Pickup)

Kalsubai Hike (Midnight Pickup) - Setting Off in an AC Car or Van (About Five Hours of Driving)

4.Kalsubai Hike (Midnight Pickup)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 9 hours · from $87

Midnight pick-up for the sunrise hike to Kalsubai, English guides, meals, torches and poles, plus local Maharashtrian food.

“A really excellent trip hiking outside of Mumbai. The guide was very knowledgeable and careful while hiking, going at the pace I wanted and shoeing beautiful wildlife on the journey. we were there in peace and quiet and got to enjoy a very memorable time at the summit. an excellent all round experience.”

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Karnala Day Hike

Karnala Day Hike - Breakfast, Ice-Breaker Games, and Forest Walking Before the Top

5.Karnala Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 8 hours · from $23Best value

An 8-hour Karnala day hike from Panvel with English-speaking guides, forest trails to Karnala Fort, village lunch, and a safe, well-run pace.

“Trust me, this hike was amazing and super well-organized. The views from the top were absolutely jaw-dropping, making every step worth it. Everything went off without a hitch, so the whole trek was smooth and fun. Our guide was awesome—super experienced and full of cool facts about the trail and nature around us. Plus, meeting other trekkers was a blast and added to the good vibes. This trek had the perfect mix of adventure, stunning views, and great planning. If you’re looking for an epic outdoor experience, you’ve got to try this trek with DarkGreen Adventures. You won’t regret it!”

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2000 year old Buddhist trail to Karla & Bhaja Caves as a day trip from Mumbai

2000 year old Buddhist trail to Karla & Bhaja Caves as a day trip from Mumbai - Bhaja Caves: Monks, Chaityas, and Cave 12’s Carved Symbolism

6.2000 year old Buddhist trail to Karla & Bhaja Caves as a day trip from Mumbai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $190

Private day trip from Mumbai to the 2,000-year-old Karla & Bhaja Caves, with guide, lunch, and 200-step climbs at each site.

“I highly recommend this tour. The guide was wonderful and was able to provide a lot of insolite and history because of his experiences you couldn't get if just doing the Caves by yourself. Both Caves are very different. Our favorite was Karla Read more”

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Mumbai to Lonavala Heritage and Hill Station Adventure Tour

Mumbai to Lonavala Heritage and Hill Station Adventure Tour - Stop 1: Lonavala for Green Hills, Waterfall Views, and a First Breather

7.Mumbai to Lonavala Heritage and Hill Station Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $102

Private Lonavala day trip from Mumbai: Karla caves, Ekvira Devi Temple, Lion’s and Tiger’s Point, Bhushi Dam, sunset—pickup and tickets handled.

“The guide and driver picked me up from the hotel. The ride was comfortable. I went on Sunday and there was a big crowd in Karla Cave due to festival. The driver and guide patiently got me through the crowd. The Karla cave is beautiful, Read more”

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