If you’re living in Mumbai, you know when the weekend getaways become a necessity to take a break from the hustle bustle of the city. For the city which never sleeps, we often feel the need to find something that rejuvenates us. Travelling is the best solution to put your mind off the mundane routine and invest in some me-time.
If you’re new to Mumbai, you will often find people dragging you to Lonavala, Lavasa and Mahabaleshwar. But beyond Mumbai, there’s much more for one to explore than the usual. Next time you’re planning a getaway, try exploring one of these seven locations.
It houses as many as 150 species of resident birds and 37 types of avian migrants. It is also a very sought after spot for trekkers.
Distance from Mumbai: 60 km
Mode of transport used:
- 2 hour drive via Thane Creek and Panvel;
- Panvel is 12 km from the sanctuary, from here you can catch autorickshaws, taxis and buses
Distance from Mumbai: 118 km
Mode of transport used: 2 hour travel by road and train
Distance from Mumbai: 116 km by Road and 20 km by Rail
Mode of transport used: 23 min by train; 4 hours by road
Amid the Western Ghats, Igatpuri is one of the most romantic getaways for the around Mumbai. It is popular for its trekking trails and the Vipassana meditation centre. People from around the globe visit this place to master the art of meditation.
Distance from Mumbai: 116 km by Road and 83 km by Rail; Aerial distance: 96 km
Mode of transport used: There is a direct train between Mumbai and Igatpuri called Nandigram Express
Distance from Mumbai: 120 km by road
Mode of transport used: 2.5 hours drive; 4 hours by train from Dadar
Distance from Mumbai: 140 km by road; 76 km from Murud by train
Mode of transport used: 3.5 hours by road
Distance from Mumbai: `120 km by road
Mode of transport used:
- 3 hours by road
- Jawhar doesn't have a train station; The nearest station is Igatpuri, which is 42 km by road
However, there is no end to exploring for the adventurer in you. There’s much more around the city than the usual. Maharashtra is a haven for the free spirited explorers.