Nature Lover's 10-Day Pune Itinerary

1. Day 1: Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park
   1 hour (12 km) from Pune Airport

   The zoo is home to many wild animals such as tigers, lions, bears, and monkeys.

2. Day 2: Sinhagad Fort
   1 hour 30 minutes (34 km) from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

   The Sinhagad Fort offers panoramic views of the landscape, making it perfect for nature lovers.

3. Day 3: Pashan Lake
   1 hour (16 km) from Sinhagad Fort

   Watch migratory birds near the serene and scenic lake, and explore flora and fauna.

4. Day 4: Shaniwar Wada Palace
   30 minutes (8 km) from Pashan Lake

   The 18th-century palace of the Peshwas is an architectural marvel, with beautiful walls and fountains.

5. Day 5: Bhuleshwar Temple
   1 hour 55 minutes (57 km) from Shaniwar Wada Palace

   Experience the ancient and rich culture of Maharashtra while admiring the Bhuleshwar Temple architecture and surroundings.

6. Day 6: Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
   3 hours 50 minutes (110 km) from Bhuleshwar Temple

   The sanctuary hosts many endangered species, like Indian giant squirrels and the barking deer, in a rich green forest.

7. Day 7: Lonavala
   2 hours 30 minutes (75 km) from Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary

   Explore the beauty of nature in the Western Ghats and Waterfalls in a hill station Lonavala.

8. Day 8: Karla Caves
   20 minutes (11 km) from Lonavala

   Experience the fascinating history and ancient Buddhist caves carved in a hillside in the mountains.

9. Day 9: Lavasa
   1 hour 20 minutes (40 km) from Karla Caves

   The planned hill city offers activities like trekking, boating, and exploring the gorgeous urban scenery.

10. Day 10: Osho Ashram
    2 hours (40 km) from Lavasa

    End the trip exploring the spiritual center's delightful gardens, with lush greenery and perfect walkways.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park (3 hours, INR 100 per person)
• Sinhagad Fort (3 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Pashan Lake (2 hours, Free)
• Shaniwar Wada Palace (2 hours, INR 25 per person)
• Bhuleshwar Temple (2 hours, Free)
• Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary (5 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Lonavala (4 hours, Free)
• Karla Caves (2 hours, INR 250 per person)
• Lavasa (4 hours, Free)
• Osho Ashram (3 hours, Free)
Total Estimated Costs (for one person): INR 625

Useful Tips

If you have more time, we recommend visiting the Aga Khan Palace, Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, and visiting the Pune Okayama Friendship Garden.

If you have less time, we recommend dropping the Karla Caves and Lavasa from the itinerary.