Top Places to visit in Mahabaleshwar

Top Places to visit in Mahabaleshwar

1. Venna Lake: Venna lake is completely man-made lake and not a natural lake. constructed in 1942 by Chhatrapati Shri Appasaheb Maharaj (descendant of

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj). This place is going to be heaven in monsoon and winters.

Opening hours: 7 am to 7 pm, every day. 

Key attractions: mini-train rides for kids and Fishing for adults

Row and Peddle boats are available for the tourists.

Row Boat: Around Rs.250 for half an hour or Rs. 500 for 1 hour

Peddle Boat: Around Rs. 440 for 1 hour. Max 6 ppl.

Peak Time: After 4:00 PM 

Distance from Mahabaleshwar: 3 km

2. Pratapgad: Pratapgad Fort trip can be planned any time of the year but during monsoons, the beauty of the region is magnified further.

The fort stands 1,080 meters (3,540 ft) above sea level. 

Built in1656 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj 

Distance from Mahabaleshwar: 3 km

3. Elephant's Head Point -

The rock formations of the area are set in a way that looks like an elephant's head and trunk that's why this place is known as Elephant's head point.

 Must visit place if you are in Mahabaleshwar. Provides breathtaking views of the place with a pleasant climate.

Opening hours: All days of the week 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry: Free of cost

Great place for photography

Distance from Mahabaleshwar: 10 km

Address: Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary (कोयना अभयारण्य), Maharashtra 402303

4. Lingamala Falls: Lingamala Falls is one of the most romantic places in Mahabaleshwar, Surrounded by hillocks and greenery makes it more beautiful and very

much close to nature. It does look nice and you can hear the water hurling across.

Great place for nirvana seekers, nature lovers, and photographers 

Best time to visit: July - December 

Entry fees:  20  per person 

Distance from Mahabaleshwar: 7 km 

Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary (कोयना अभयारण्य), Panchgani - Mahabaleshwar Rd, Maharashtra 412806

5. Parsi Point: Mahabaleshwar: Parsi Point is a very popular point which is located on the main Panchgani area of Mahabaleshwar. Parsi Point has derived its name from the fact

that in earlier days, it was a favorite spot of the Parsi Community.

Mahabaleshwar:17 km 

Address: Ganeshpeth, Panchgani, Maharashtra 412805