2-Day Monsoon Weekend Trip from Pune: Raigad Fort, Murud Beach & Tamhini Ghat Scenic Return

Day 1: Raigad Fort & Murud Beach

Raigad District & Murud, Maharashtra, India on June 14, 2025

2:00am

Depart Pune

Start early from Pune towards historic Raigad Fort to experience the misty monsoon ambiance and avoid crowds.
INR1500 (fuel/cab approx.), 3h0m

5:00am

Explore Raigad Fort

Discover the scenic and historical Raigad Fort, enjoying panoramic views and lush greenery with relatively quiet trail conditions until 5 PM closing.
INR50, 3h0m

8:00am

Breakfast at Poladpur local dhaba

Relish a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast like misal pav to energize for the rest of the day.
INR200, 45m

8:45am

Drive to Murud Beach

Scenic drive of about 2 hours to Murud Beach, passing through lush monsoon landscapes.
INR350, 2h0m

10:45am

Visit Murud Beach

Spend time walking along the tranquil Murud shoreline and enjoy views of the iconic Janjira Fort offshore.
Free, 2h0m

12:45pm

Lunch at Rajdhani Restaurant, Murud

Delight in fresh seafood and coastal Maharashtrian cuisine in a well-known local restaurant open till afternoon.
INR450, 1h0m

2:00pm

Janajira Fort viewing

View the famed Janjira Fort from the beach; boat visits may be unavailable during heavy rains, so appreciate from land.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

Check-in to Murud stay

Relax at a beachside lodge like Hotel Sahyadri to enjoy evening monsoon vibes.
INR2500, Rest and refresh

7:00pm

Dinner at local seafood café

Enjoy a freshly prepared coastal dinner featuring fish thali under cozy monsoon evening ambiance.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Tamhini Ghat & return

Murud Beach > Tamhini Ghat > Pune, Maharashtra, India on June 15, 2025

5:30am

Early morning depart Murud to Tamhini Ghat

Start early to take the scenic route via Tamhini Ghat, a beautiful monsoon passage with waterfalls and dense greenery, perfect for photo stops and nature walks.
INR500 (fuel/cab approx.), 3h0m

8:30am

Breakfast near Tamhini Ghat

Stop at a local eatery such as Hotel Aaram to enjoy simple Maharashtrian breakfast amidst a serene setting.
INR200, 45m

9:15am

Explore Tamhini Ghat waterfalls

Visit popular waterfalls like Kate's Point or Tamhini Waterfall and enjoy the natural beauty, the perfect monsoon retreat open all day.
Free, 2h0m

11:15am

Depart for Pune

Begin the final leg back to Pune (approx 1.5 hours), winding through the picturesque Western Ghats and concluding the refreshing trip.
INR250, 1h30m

12:45pm

Lunch in Pune

Stop for a relaxed lunch in Pune at Vaishali on FC Road, savoring South Indian staples and refreshing juices.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return home or continue exploring Pune

After lunch, conclude the trip or explore Pune’s local attractions as per your preference.
Variable, Rest of day
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