Khandala Tourism

"Misty Mountains" Khandala Tourism Perched on the foothills of Sahyadri, Khandala provides for a perfect weekend respite for the Mumbai population, with its scenic valleys, grassy hills, serene lakes and misty waterfalls. This is one of the most popular weekend getaway for the people from nearby cities ofMumbaiandÊPune. The place immortalized by the popular Bollywood song, "Aati Kya Khandala", is a must visit destination for everyone looking for beautiful nature, pleasant weather and the feeling of mist in the air. The natural beauty blooms to its zenith and reveals a magical charm during the monsoons. Its meandering waterfalls and glittering lakes attributes to the majestic look an imposing ambiance. ÊTheDuke's Nosepeak and Karla hills are the two popular spots for rock climbing. ÊApart from these, there are many caves and lakes to be seen. A perfect place to sit back and relax. Download Khandala PDF Guide > What's Great? Beautiful, both naturally and historically. What's not so Great? Not much to see as it has few tourist places. For Whom Ideal for weekend tourists and trekkers. Suitable for backpackers from places like Mumbai, Pune etc.

Mumbai's famous summer Retreat One of the major tourist retreats for the denizens of Mumbai, Khandala is a hill station situated 882 km away from Mumbai, in the state of Maharashtra. Abode to beautiful hills and forts, Khandala is one of the perfect hill retreats for both trekkers and young couples. Not very far away from the same are two more popular tourist hotspots, viz. Lonavala (3 km away) and Karjat (7 km) Made all the more famous by actor Aamir Khan in his movie, 'Ghulam', Khandala is a famous hill station one shouldn't miss.

Itinerary Day 1 -Reach Khandala, preferably by noon, and take some rest. You can go for shopping in the evening, by the local markets, or continue your rest if you prefer that way.Day 2 -The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the glorious Lohagad Fort. Once you're done with, you can also go for Bhaja Caves, not very far from here.Day 3 -The final day can start with a tour to Tiger's Leap, or Nagphani, also known as Duke's Nose, which is a heaven for every aspiring rock climber.

Restaurants and Local Food in Khandala Khandala doesn't really have a standout or unique cuisine, but is extremely welcoming to those interested in simple vgetarian food. Like in most parts of the state,Vada Paavis popular, widespread and almost staple, so is in Khandala. Other than this the city has a number of areas which can offer you popular fast food items. One can also enjoy Continental and Chinese in the area. For those interested in flavors more traditional, the city provides options for North-Indian and Gujrati cuisine. View 3 Restaurants in Khandala >>

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Khandala Monsoon season is the best season for a visit to Khandala, owing to the site being in full bloom during the said season. The months when Khandala is ideal for a trip for the October - March. The pleasant climate of this place is such that even the winters and summers are nice for a visit. Weather in Khandala Loading... Khandala in Summer (April - June) This is a good time for a trip to Khandala. The days, though hot, are tolerable. The temperatures going as high as 37 degrees Celcius. Tourists may visit this place, especially if they love to have some solitude. Khandala in Monsoon (July - September) The monsoon season lasts till September. This is the best time to visit Khandala, as the heavy rainfall makes this hill station mesmerising, with its lush greenery and the brimming lakes beckoning bold backpackers. Khandala in Winter (October - March) This is an ideal season for a visit to Khandala, with pleasant climate and a lovely ambience waiting for your arrival. November onwards, the travel influx increases steadily as this is the peak season of travel. The temperatures rarely go below 10 degrees Celcius, though you should have some light woollens for your personal safety.  Monthly Weather in Khandala Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 17 31 February 19 33 March 21 33 April 24 34 May 26 34 June 26 33 July 24 29 August 25 29 September 24 29 October 22 32 November 18 34 December 18 33