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Three-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Lonavala in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore the Scenic Beauty of Lonavala
    5 minutes (1.2 miles) from Lonavala Bus Stand

    Start your day with a visit to the Lonavala Lake. The beautiful lake is surrounded by mountains and lush greenery. Take a stroll around the lake or enjoy a boat ride. After that, head to the Ryewood Park and Shivaji Udyan which is famous for its tall trees and beautiful flowers. Spend some time here and then move to Karla Caves which is a group of ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves. After a quick lunch, head to the Bhaja Caves which is another set of rock-cut caves and known for its beautiful architecture. End your day by visiting the Sunset Point and enjoy the beautiful view of the sun setting behind the mountains.

  2. Day 2: Experience the Adventure in Lonavala
    20 minutes (7.9 miles) from Lonavala Lake

    Start your day with a visit to the Tiger's Point. The viewpoint is known for its panoramic view of the valley and the hills. After that, head to the Kune Falls which is the 14th highest waterfall in India. Take a dip in the waterfall or just enjoy the scenic beauty. After a quick lunch, head to the Tung Fort which is known for its trekking trails and beautiful views. End your day by visiting the Lonavala Wax Museum which has wax statues of famous personalities and celebrities.

  3. Day 3: Relish the Local Flavors of Lonavala
    15 minutes (4.2 miles) from Tung Fort

    Start your day by visiting the Triose Plaza which is a local market in Lonavala. You can find a variety of snacks, sweets and chikkis here. After that, head to the famous Cooper's Fudge and Chikki Store where you can taste the authentic Lonavala Chikki. After a quick lunch, head to the Celebrity Wax Museum which has wax statues of Indian and international celebrities. End your day by visiting the Lion's Point which is another viewpoint known for its beautiful sunset view.

Recommendations

Apart from the places mentioned in this itinerary, you can also consider visiting the Rajmachi Point, Lohagad Fort, and Bhushi Dam. You can also take a day trip to the nearby hill station of Khandala and visit the Khandala Lake and Shingroba Temple. To maximize your fun, you can participate in adventure activities like trekking, camping, and paragliding which are offered by many local tour operators.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lonavala Lake (1 hour, Free)
  • Ryewood Park and Shivaji Udyan (1 hour, Free)
  • Karla Caves (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Bhaja Caves (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Sunset Point (1 hour, Free)
  • Tiger's Point (2 hours, Free)
  • Kune Falls (2 hours, Free)
  • Tung Fort (3 hours, Free)
  • Lonavala Wax Museum (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Triose Plaza (1 hour, Free)
  • Cooper's Fudge and Chikki Store (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Celebrity Wax Museum (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Lion's Point (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1005

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