Mahabaleshwar is located in the majestic Western Ghats of Maharashtra. Situated at an altitude of 1,372 meters, Mahabaleshwar is a tourist’s paradise in western India. Cool weather and amazing monsoons make Mahabaleshwar the perfect getaway for tourists looking for a refreshing change from their busy routines. If you are planning a trip to Mahabaleshwar, it is not enough to book a room in one of the Mahabaleshwar hotels. You must familiarize yourself with the tourist regulations of this hill station for an unforgettable trip.
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The largest hill station of the Sahyadri range, Mahabaleshwar, is located 227 km and 115 km from Mumbai and Pune respectively. Mahabaleshwar is 47 km from Satara, which is the nearest district. Naturally, the best way to reach Mahabaleshwar is to reach one of these cities. From there you can take a bus or rent a car. Once in Mahabaleshwar, getting around is not difficult at all. You can easily take a taxi or a bus to get around the most popular tourist spots in the city. If you’ve booked with popular hotels in Mahabaleshwar, chances are you’ll be able to get discounted holiday packages that include sightseeing expenses.
Hotels in Mahabaleshwar
All the budget, luxury and luxury hotels in Mahabaleshwar are packed with tourists throughout the year. Therefore, booking a room in advance is a must to get the best accommodations. All hotels offer exceptional accommodation for both groups and couples. Many hotels, including government cabins, are great for backpackers or hiking groups.
attractions
Any time of the year is suitable for planning a trip to Mahabaleshwar. However, March to May is the peak season, while June to September sees strong monsoons. The natural attractions and panoramic views of Mahabaleshwar are many. Trips run every 2-3 hours to various tourist spots in Mahabaleshwar. You can also visit the nearby tourist destinations like Panchgani, Tapola, Pratapgad Fort and Kshetra Mahabaleshwar temple. Kshetra Mahabaleshwar is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and also the source of five major rivers in Maharashtra.
Among many views of mountains and valleys, below are the must-see points in Mahabaleshwar:
• Arthur’s Seat
• Babington Point
• Bombay Point/Sunset Point
• Kate’s Point
• Lingamala Falls
• Lodwick Point
• Lake Venna
• Wilson’s Point
things to take away
• The basic things to take while traveling to Mahabaleshwar depend on the season. However, bringing enough warm clothing such as sweaters, socks, and gloves is a must in winter. While raincoats, umbrellas, jackets or hoodies are required during the rainy season.
• In addition to sweaters, bring raincoats, goggles, sports shoes or walking shoes, camping equipment including clothes, ropes, flashlight, matchbox, candles, for those interested in trekking and hiking. Also bring binoculars.
• First aid medications, bandages, antacids, mosquito repellent, soaps, paper soaps, tissues, cell phones and cameras with their battery chargers.
• Bring plenty of cash and debit cards. Not all places except some luxury hotels in Mahabaleshwar accept credit cards.
• Don’t forget to bring a garbage bag that can contain your own garbage, such as empty cans, cans, water bottles, food packages. You can easily collect your own trash in these bags.