2-Day Itinerary for Matheran

  • Day 1: Charlotte Lake and Louisa Point
    10 minutes (3.3 km) from Matheran Railway Station

    Start the day with a visit to Charlotte Lake, a serene and picturesque lake surrounded by lush green hills. After that, head to Louisa Point, which provides stunning views of the Sahyadri mountain range and the ancient Prabalgad Fort in the distance.

  • Day 2: Echo Point and Panorama Point
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Alexander Point

    Begin the day by visiting Echo Point, which is known for its echo-producing cliffs and spectacular views of the valley below. After that, head to Panorama Point to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Charlotte Lake (1 hour, 0 INR)
  • Louisa Point (1.5 hours, 0 INR)
  • Echo Point (2 hours, 0 INR)
  • Panorama Point (2.5 hours, 0 INR)
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Transportation

Most places in Matheran can only be reached on foot or on horseback, as vehicles are not allowed to enter the city. Horse rides are available for a fee, and the rates are negotiable.

The nearest airport to Matheran is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai, which is located approximately 44 km away from the city center. A taxi from the airport to Matheran will take about 2 hours and cost around 2000 INR.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also visit other popular attractions in Matheran, such as Alexander Point, One Tree Hill Point, and Porcupine Point.

If you have less time, consider skipping Echo Point or Panorama Point.

Airports

The nearest airport to Matheran is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), which is located in Mumbai, approximately 44 km away from Matheran.

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