Lonavala, an ideal holiday place to spend the week-end. The mere thought or mention of the name rejuvenates the body & mind. Here the greenery soothes the frayed nerves and the waterfalls raise the spirits.

Lonavala is an important hill station in the state of Maharashtra. It is popularly known as the jewel of the Sahyadri Mountains. Lonavala is set amongst the sylvan hills of the Western Ghats and is a popular gateway from Mumbai and Pune. It also serves as a starting point for tourists interested in visiting the famous, ancient Buddhist rock cut caves of Bhaja and Karla, which are located near this hill station. It also has an important Yoga center near it, for the health conscious traveler. Lonavala is located in the western part of the state of Maharashtra, in the western region of India. It is set amongst the slopes of the Sahyadri mountain range and situated 106 km southeast of Mumbai at an altitude of 625 m above sea level.

Lonavala provides a panoramic view of the lush green surroundings of the Sahyadri ranges. The peaceful environs of the town, which provides a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai hill resort, attract tourists to this place. Travelers can take a walk along the waterfalls, the grassy abundance and hills in and around Lonavala. The mountainous terrain of Lonavala is ideal for trekking and hiking.

In order to make the travel tour to Lonavala even more joyful you need to choose just the right kind of accommodation for you and your family or friends in and around Lonavala.

LONAVALA Travel Information

Lonavala is located in the western part of the state of Maharashtra, in India. It is situated 106 km southeast of Mumbai at an altitude of 625 m above sea level. It is situated 90 km southeast of Mumbai and 69 km from Pune. It is 5 km from Kandala.

Air : The nearest airport from Lonalvala is Pune, which is 64 km from Lonavala, Mumbai to Lonvala airport desitance is 110 km.

Train: Lonavala is on the main railway line between Mumbai and Pune , all express trains plying between the two cities stop here.

Road:The bus service between Lonavala and Pune is good (2 hours). However, the ride is rough and it takes 4 hours to reach Mumbai from Lonavala. Buses shuttle between Lonavala and Khandala (5 km from Lonavala; 15 minutes trip).