Monsoon Magic in Lonavala: Adventure Awaits!

Where nature’s beauty and adventure collide.

The monsoon season in India is a magical experience. The pristine gushing of the rain transforms the land into an enchanted heaven. It brings unparalleled beauty, carpeting the surroundings with lush greenery and blissful winds. However, the divinity of the season doubles when one visits the mountains and hillside. Lonavala, a petite and pretty hill station in the Sahyadri Range, during the monsoon is the classic example of nature’s beauty at its best. But when nature's beauty collides with adventure, there is no looking back! Visiting Lonavala during the rainy season is perhaps one of the best holidays that you can imagine taking. Why? Well, let’s find out!

Attractions To visit In Lonavala

Lonavala is only 83 km from Mumbai and approximately 65 km from Pune. It is well connected by road and railways and is a bustling vacation or weekend destination for travelers across the country. Surrounded by stunning beauty, visitors are spoiled for adventure and exploration activities while in Lonavala.

Here is a look at some of the best places of interest to see in Lonavala, especially during the monsoons.

Wet’nJoy Waterpark, Lonavala

Wet’nJoy is an amusement and water park located on the Old Pune Highway. It is one of the most popular destinations in the town and is known for its world-class adventure rides. With rides that are perfect for family and kids, as well as, adrenaline-rushing exciting thrill rides, there is adventure and fun for everyone who visits the waterpark. Family rides, such as Volcano and Royal Castle are great fun and perfect to enjoy and bond with family. On the other hand, adventure rides such as Sky Fall, Nightmare, Tornado, and Master Blaster will keep your heart thumping at a rapid speed out of excitement and thrill.

Besides, the park offers commendable services, including parking spaces, wheelchair facilities, medical aid, locker rooms, changing rooms, restaurants, and more. Located in the lap of nature’s beauty Wet’nJoy Waterpark is a guaranteed fun and adventure experience.

Imagicaa Waterpark

Another waterpark that makes it to this list, Imagicaa, just like Wet’nJoy is a perfect example of nature’s beauty colliding with adventure. The family and thrill rides at Imagicaa Waterpark include Floatsa, Kiddie Pool, Boomeranggo, Wacky Waves, Crusader, Crazy Fall, Blizzard, and many more. The waterpark is themed on the beautiful city of Mykonos in Greece and is located within an hour’s ride from Mumbai and Pune.

Imagicaa Theme Park

The Imagicaa Theme Park can be explored together with the waterpark. One of the leading theme and entertainment parks in the country, there is adventure for all to enjoy. Some of the best-themed rides include Deep Space which explores the moon and space, Gold Rush Express where you can take a ride along the Wild West and Chhota Bheem Ride which travels to Dholakpur. Besides, rides such as Alibaba aur Chalis Chor, I for India, Crazy Tea Cups, and Salimgarh are ideal to enjoy with family.

Imagicaa offers both outdoor and indoor rides as well. Laugh loudly while watching the Detective Bow Wow Show or explore the lost world of dinosaurs. At Imagicaa Theme Park there is no dearth of adventure and fun.

Pawna Dam

The Pawna Lake is an artificial lake across which the Pawna Dam lies. Around 20km from the Lonavala railway station this scenic spot also is a place for adventure. One can paraglide, camp, and enjoy kayaking at the Pawna Lake and dam. Also, due to its proximity to the Lohagad and Tikona Fort, trekkers can explore the beauty of the landscape while taking a hike. Besides, during the monsoons, trekking in a slight drizzle or camping and sleeping under the cloudy sky is nothing short of magical!

Bhushi Dam

The Bhushi Dam is situated on the Indrayani River. It is most popular during the monsoons when the water level is high, and the dam often overflows over the rocky terrain. However, the steps leading to the lake are the main attraction. One cannot swim here, but the overflowing water during monsoons creates a mini-waterfall landscape that attracts tourists and travelers.

Rajmachi

Rajmachi Fort is a formidable attraction. At the base of the mighty fort is the village of Rajmachi. However, it is the Rajmachi Point that provides excellent scenic views of the fort, village, and the magnificent surrounding landscape. The point also has a children’s park and a temple and is a familiar location for shooting movies. But how do adventure and nature’s beauty meet at Rajmachi? The Rajmachi trek is well known amongst adventure enthusiasts and the two peaks Shrivardhan and Manaranjan are the main highlight of the trek. A half an hour's climb from the Rajmachi village leads to a plateau that is located in between these two peaks.

Visapur Fort

The spectacular hill fort Visapur Fort is surrounded by equally stunning topography. This historical fort built in the 18th century stands at an elevation of 3556ft. The trek to Visapur is fraught with adventures of waterfalls, hiking trails, mud, and rock paths. It takes around 45 minutes to climb uphill to reach the fort. Once inside, visitors can explore the caves, stone houses, arches, water cisterns, and more.

Lonavala Lake

The Lonavala Lake is a prized attraction of the hill station. One can enjoy the natural surroundings while enjoying the food from local stalls. The lake is also known as Monsoon Lake because it attracts many birds and wildlife during the monsoon season. So, if you are an animal lover, then visiting the lake during the monsoons can be an ardent adventure for sure!

Celebrity Wax Museum

Also known as Sunil’s Celebrity Wax Museum this wax museum is home to artistic wax sculptures of popular celebrities. There are more than 100 wax statues of famous personalities, ranging from sportspersons, politicians, movie stars, artists, and more. Some of the statues that you can find here include those of Mother Teresa, Mahatma Gandhi, Michael Jackson, Narendra Modi, Kareena Kapoor, and more.

Bhaja Caves

The Bhaja Caves date back to the 2nd century BC. Located around 400 ft above the village of Bhaja near Lonavala, these Buddhist cave temples are a sight to behold. For historians and architects, the caves are a treasure trove of learning. In the Bhaja Caves explore the Chaityagarha, pillared entrances, the stupa, and the wonderfully carved rock art.

Visiting Lonavala is a great choice because the hill station is a scenic natural delight that also offers a range of adventures and activities. However, the monsoons are the best time to visit, because Lonavala is reeking in beauty and grace, the climate is pleasant and the stunning attractions where nature’s beauty collides with adventure await exploration.