Top 10 Adventure Weekend Getaways Near Mumbai

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Adventure Weekend Getaways Near Mumbai

• For every Indian, todays day carries great
  significance. On this day, in the year 1947 we
  were finally liberated from the tyrannous rule of
  the British. Our independence also saw the
  descent of British rule from all over the world.
  Well it is altogether a different experience to
  breathe freely. On this Independence Day we have
  a few sightseeing options around Mumbai for you
  people. We hope that our choice of places will
  make your weekend much more memorable. Take time
  off and spend some quality time with your kith
  and kin over the weekend.

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An Adventurous Weekend Near Mumbai

• When it comes to Mumbai, the outskirts or nearby
  areas are much more beautiful than the city. You
  can opt for various adventure trips because of
  the lush green scenery. Mumbai on one side has
  beautiful water, which can be used for water
  sports too. Here are the top 10 locations for
  your weekend gateways near Mumbai, which you
  would certainly not want to miss. Have a look-

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Trek to Kalsubai Peak Near Mumbai

• Are you a true patriot and also love adventure?
  Then Kalsubai Peak is the place you should be at.
  It is one of the highest peaks of Sahyadri
  mountain range. It is an easy one day trek. You
  can even go along with children below the age of
  13 years without facing any troubles. There are
  many routes which can be chosen to reach the hill
  top. The moderate August weather makes it one of
  the most preferred places. The trek begins at
  Kasara and moves towards Bari. On the peak there
  is also a temple which is visited by thousands of
  devotees every year.

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Trek to Kalsubai Peak Near Mumbai
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Dudhsagar Waterfall Peak

• Nothing can beat Goa when it comes to scenic
  beauty. Dudhsagar translates into the Sea of
  Milk. They are four tiered waterfalls and are
  located on Mandovi river. These are among the
  highest waterfalls of India with a height of 310
  meters. They are located about 80 kilometers from
  Panaji. People of Mumbai can visit the place by
  boarding the Udyan Express. The waterfalls are a
  superb spot for picnic too. It is accessible via
  roads as well as railways. It is a beautiful
  landscape where water, as white as milk flows
  through the lush green hills. You can cover the
  trek in one day itself. After reaching Kulem, it
  is a 8 kilometer trek through the jungle to the
  waterfalls. Enjoy the falls and cool climate with
  your family. Come back to Kulem after a few hours
  and head back with happy memories.
•  Book Now Dudhsagar Waterfall Trek
• Youll also find Mollen National Park and Bhagwan
  Mahaveer Sanctuary near Dudhsagar waterfalls.
  These two parks have a rich biodiversity and are
  located in the heart of Western Ghats. Covered
  with deciduous forests, these areas are worth
  spending your weekend on among reptiles, of
  course.

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Dudhsagar Waterfall Peak
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Amba Ghat Expedition

• This expedition is for adventure lovers. If you
  enjoy trekking, this is the place for you. If you
  have 2 nights and 3 days to spare, opt for the
  Amba Ghat expedition. Amba Ghat is near Kolhapur
  and is a refreshing expedition. You can reach
  Amba during the early hours and check into a
  hotel. Rest till 2 pm and then go out for local
  sight- seeing. Visit the tea plantations, Manoli
  Dam and experience the warm sunset from Amba
  Ghat. Enjoy your evening playing games. Post
  dinner go on the dinner jungle trail.
•  Book Now Amba Ghat Expedition
• The next day get up early and spend your morning
  close the nature. You can head to Pawankhadi for
  a jungle safari. The safari will cover a trek
  called Nature walk. Subsequently, you can also
  visit the Manoli Dam and Konkan Point. The other
  sites to visit here are Waghzara and Echo Point.
  The site also has historical importance and is
  related to Chhatrapati Shivaji. Eat your lunch in
  the jungle, that is, vanbhoj. During evening,
  visit several ghats of the region and head back
  to the hotel by dinner time. Take another safari
  in the morning and check out of the hotel by
  afternoon.

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Waterfall Rappelling At Dodhani

• Dodhani it is a beautiful place with a 75 metres
  high waterfall. Rappelling is the controlled
  descending from a hill, cliff or mountain top.
  Rappelling is fun if done in a controlled
  environment. Visit Dodhani and do rappelling
  among experts. There are professionals wholl
  take care of all the safety issues. Theyll also
  provide you with complete gear, like helmet,
  descender, ropes, jump suit, gloves etc. If you
  love adventure and are below 100 kgs then,
  rappelling will be fun for you. At Dodhani,
  youll be rappelling under the waterfall with
  water constantly flowing down on you. It is
  accessible via Panvel road and lies at the base
  of Matheran Hills.
•  Book Now Waterfall Rappelling At Dodhani
• You can directly meet the team at the village on
  the base of the hills. Trek a little towards the
  falls. The professional rappelers will give you
  the required safety guidelines and tell you the
  proper way of descending. Be a sport and enjoy
  your descent. If you want you can head back to
  Mumbai by sunset too.

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Booking Now Waterfall Rappelling At Dodhani
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Vaitarna River Rafting

• If you are an adventure lover then rafting is the
  sport for you. Two hours from Mumbai youll reach
  Vaitarna River. It has been recently opened to
  rafting. Out here youll find everything, that
  is, all the safety precautions, complete rafting
  kit and expert help. It is a 9 km stretch and
  youll find some thrilling rapids in it.
  Experience rafting only a few hours away from
  Pune and Mumbai. Visit Vaitarna river anytime you
  like. Navigate through narrow rivers, forests for
  a lifetime experience. There are rafting programs
  for kids too wherein theyll be attended too with
  utmost care. Spend your time close to calm and
  placid nature.
•  Book Now Vaitarna River Rafting
• Before completing the final stretch you can also
  take a leap of faith jump and swim across to the
  shore. The water at this end does not have heavy
  currents. Even if you are not a swimmer, youll
  be provided with life jackets which will keep you
  safe. You can also opt for various water sports
  like jet ski, banana ride, bumper ride etc. There
  are sports for children too. Come with your
  family and spend a nice sporty weekend. It is a
  calm and serene site which youll love to be at.

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Kolad River Rafting

• Getting topsy turvy in heavy and fast water
  currents is the real adventure. If you are
  adventure sports lover, you might not want to
  miss out on even a single chance of rafting. It
  is refreshing and full of excitement. It is a
  superb water sport which requires team efforts.
  Kolad river rafting is Indias one such facility
  that is open throughout the year. On this
  Independence day weekend, visit the best river
  rafting facility. Spend a memorable time with
  your friends and family members.
•  Book Now Kolad River Rafting
• Raft in the white waters of Kolad river and
  relish the landscape. Kolad river rafting
  facility is 4 kilometers from Mumbai and Pune. It
  has Grade II and Grade III rapids which are
  exciting and full of adrenaline. The rapids are
  controlled by the release of water from the dam.
  It is a guarantee that youll enjoy your weekend
  at Kundalika river. There are various packages
  that you can choose from. There are also lodging
  accommodations available for night stay. Located
  in the Mahad region, the river is a 14 kilometer
  stretch, filled with gushing white water. Come
  here to be away from the hustle and bustle of
  cities.

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Booking Now Rafting in Kolad River
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Sahyadri Bike Expedition

• Mountain biking is an adventurous sport which you
  wouldnt want to miss. If you are planning for an
  adventurous weekend in Maharashtra, visit the
  Sahyadri Biking expedition facility. It is a
  three day tour and will be apt for this years
  Independence Day. The first day will be purely
  for riding. The tour will start from NH-17 and
  move towards a 50 kilometers off road track. Now
  bike as much as you like without worrying about
  speed. This is a less travelled route and thus
  will prevent even the slightest chances of
  accidents. You will lunch at the Khed Post and
  enjoy the landscape of Sahyadri range. The night
  stay will be at a ghat where there will be
  campfire, drinks etc.
•  Book Now Sahyadri Bike Expedition
• On the second day after breakfast youll head
  towards Tapole, where again youll be biking for
  50 kilometers on an off road track. On arrival at
  Tapole, youll be spending time by lake side
  doing activities like swimming, boating, kayaking
  etc. The night stay will be in the deluxe tents
  by the lake. On the third day youll head towards
  Panchgani where the trip will come to an end.

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Agumbe Rainforest Expedition

• This weekend plan a three day tour to the
  rainforest jungles of Western Ghats. The Agumbe
  Rainforest Expedition will bring you closer to
  nature and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.
  If you dont want to do any activity but only
  want to spend time away from the noise and
  pollution of the city, then this is the place for
  you. Come here over the weekend with your kith
  and spend a memorable time. The forests have rich
  biodiversity and are a home of a variety of flora
  and fauna. It is also the home of king of
  reptiles, King Cobra. The Western Ghats are part
  of the south western peninsula and is 55
  kilometers away from Arabian Sea.
•  Book Now Agumbe Rainforest Expedition
• In the three days, youll go in search of various
  amphibians and reptiles, needless to mention King
  Cobra. There will be multiple excursions into the
  rainforest at different times of day and night to
  find various types of animals, reptiles, mammals,
  amphibians etc. If you are an animal photographer
  then, you wouldnt want to miss it. Night stays
  will be at base camps where there will be
  campfires, dance and unlimited fun. There will
  also be a brief lesson on first aids too. Come
  here and enjoy the beauty of nature.

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The Agumbe Rainforest Expedition
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Wild Amboli Expedition

• For an environment or photography lover, Amboli
  is the best place. Amboli is the home of reptiles
  and amphibians in the Sahyadris. It has a vast
  diversity of flora and fauna. People come here to
  be closer to nature. Wildlife photographers also
  flock here throughout the year in search of
  variety of reptiles, mammals etc. The Wild Amboli
  Expedition is a three day trip during which
  youll be going in dense forests on multiple
  occasions. You will also be going on night trips
  in search of nocturnal animals. At campsite, the
  guides will also teach you how to cope up with
  snake and reptile poisoning.
•  Book Now Wild Amboli Expedition
• Youll visit Parikshit Point and also attend a
  session by the famous wildlife photographer,
  Viraj Khorjuwekar. There will also be other
  sessions on photography like macro, forest
  photography etc. Carry along your high precision
  cameras and enjoy the scenery while learning
  excellent photography. Return home with new
  friends and memories of your adventures.

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The Agumbe Rainforest Expedition
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Lonar Crater Exploration

• If you are planning for a quiet two day weekend
  excursion, then try Lonar Crater Exploration. It
  is said that the crater is around 40,000 years
  old. It was formed by the impact of a meteorite
  and is the worlds third largest crater. Our
  ancestors had built a temple around it but now
  only its ruins are there. The crater is a lake
  and people go out there for its scenic beauty.
  There are mainly two attractions, that is,
  eco-tour and Parikrama trek. It is a 4 hour trek
  and can be completed in one day.
• Book Now Lonar Crater Exploration
• The other day is reserved for photography, sight-
  seeing, visiting nearby temples. It is a
  culturally rich heritage site. The water in the
  lake is blue-green which blends beautifully with
  the lush green gardens, thereby making it an
  awesome place. You can also engage yourself in
  bird watching during the morning. You will also
  be attending an interactive session of Mr.
  Bugdane. He is a renowned author and researcher
  and knows a lot about Lonar Crater. The night
  stay will be at campsite among new people and
  bonfire. Enjoy a quiet weekend with your family.

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Lonar Crater Exploration