Adventurous Weekend Getaways From Pune

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Being in the outdoors is extremely refreshing. It’s a great way to refresh and reenergize. Why don’t you take an adventurous weekend getaway from Pune that’ll have your adrenaline pumping and heart racing – all with good reason!

1. Paragliding in Kamshet | Distance from Pune: 51 kilometres

Take to the skies in Kamshet! This small hamlet with its rugged hills and lush greenery is a renowned paragliding destination. Get a bird’s eye view of the stunning topography as you glide over Pawna Lake. If paragliding is too much adventure for you to handle, trek up Tower Hill and Bhandar Dongar. You can also visit the Kondeshwar Temple and Bhairi Caves while in Kamshet.
Getting There: The shortest driving route to Kamshet is via Old Mumbai-Pune Highway and NH4.

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2. Extreme Adventure in Lonavala | Distance from Pune: 66 kilometres

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Lonavala is one of the most popular hill stations to visit from Pune. With a smattering of history to be found in the ancient Buddhist shrines carved out of rock at the Karla and Bhaja Caves, adventure seekers can head to Della Adventure, India’s largest extreme adventure park. Adrenaline pumping activities here include a 100-foot high swoop swing, the Flying Fox, paintball, ATV biking, dirt bike riding, buggy riding and zorbing, to name an exhausting few!
Getting There: After the Lonavala exit on the Old Mumbai-Pune Highway, take the exit for Della Adventure.

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3. Trekking in Durshet | Distance from Pune: 98 kilometres

Set against the Sahyadri range, Durshet lies along the Amba River. Its dense forest foliage makes it great for trekking, kayaking and birdwatching. Several hotels and lodges in Durshet offer private safaris in to the forest cover as well. After all the adventure, relax in the rich sulphur Uddhar hot water springs, located a kilometre from the famous Pali Ganesha Temple near Durshet.
Getting There: Take the route via Mumbai-Pune Expressway and MH SH 104 and SH92 to Durshet.

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4. Rafting in Karjat | Distance from Pune: 101 kilometres

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Karjat offers adventurers plenty to choose from. A popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, enjoy trekking, river rafting, hiking and waterfall rappelling. Other fun adventures that can be had are river tubing on the Ulhas River and going boating on the Morbe Dam. Karjat is also historical and has old temples, caves and forts that are great to explore.
Getting There: Karjat is off of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.

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5. Horse Riding in Matheran | Distance from Pune: 117 kilometres

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The small and quaint hill station of Matheran is a one of its kind at an elevation of 2,625 feet above sea level. With a no automobiles policy, Matheran is an eco-sensitive zone. There’s plenty to experience here with the absolute must-do being a ride on the Neral-Matheran toy train. Trek up to Matheran’s vantage points like Panorama Point, Heart Point and Echo Point or go horse riding amidst the greenery.
Getting There: Drive on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway up to Neral and take the toy train to Matheran from there.

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6. Whitewater Rafting in Kolad | Distance from Pune: 117 kilometres

There’s no greater thrill than the rush of whitewater rafting. The village of Kolad on the banks of Kundalika River is where some of the best Grade 1 to 3 rapids are to be found. So much so that it ranks among the top five places to go rafting at in India. Rafting season starts from June to September so plan your adventure weekend getaway to Kolad accordingly.
Getting There: Take the route via Mumbai-Pune Expressway and MH SH 104 and SH92 and NH66 to Kolad.

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7. Flamingo Spotting in Malshej Ghat | Distance from Pune: 118 kilometres

A mountain pass in the Western Ghats, Malshej Ghat offers views that abound in stunning beauty. While trekking and exploring the valley’s waterfalls are great adventure activity, for ore of a rush, go paragliding. Malshej Ghat is blessed with rich avian life and pink flamingoes descend here between July and September, creating a striking spectacle to feast your eyes on.
Getting There: The route via NH60 to Narayangaon-Junnar Road is the shortest route to Malshej Ghat.