Traveling Lonavla on a Shoestring Budget

  1. Day 1: Bushi Dam
    20 minutes (6.9 km) from Lonavla Railway Station

    Bushi Dam is a popular among the beautiful attractions in Lonavla. Its magnificent waterfalls and the surrounding lush greenery draw a large number of visitors. It's an excellent spot for a picnic with family and friends or a romantic outing with a partner. You can click pictures, take a dip in the cool, refreshing water, or just relax on the banks. A visit to Bushi Dam is an excellent way to start your day and take in nature's tranquil beauty.

  2. Day 1: Lonavla Wax Museum & Celebrity Wax Museum
    6 minutes (2.7 km) from Bushi Dam

    Lonavla Wax Museum & Celebrity Wax Museum offers an exciting opportunity to click photos with life-size wax models of famous celebrities, politicians, and other influential people. The museum has over 60 exhibits, such as Mahatma Gandhi, Albert Einstein, and Michael Jackson, among others. Besides, it also has a horror section that includes exhibits of the Indian Jinn and Dracula. The museum promises to entertain you and leave you awestruck.

  3. Day 2: Rajmachi Fort
    40 minutes (25.1 km) from Lonavla Railway Station

    If you are interested in trekking and prefer a bit of history, Rajmachi Fort is a must-visit place. The fort is at the height of 2710 feet and gives the view of the entire Lonavla city. The trek up to the fort is moderately difficult, and it takes about two hours to reach the fort on foot. The view along the trek is as mesmerising of the fort. Once there, you can explore the ruins, the two watchtowers, the water cisterns and soak in the panoramic mountain views.

  4. Day 2: Lonavla Lake
    10 minutes (4.2 km) from Rajmachi Fort

    Lonavla Lake is an ideal place to unwind and relax after a long day of trekking. Walk around the beautiful lake, enjoy the lush greenery, and watch the sun go down behind the hills. You can also take boat rides or hire a paddleboat to have a better experience. Right next to Lonavla Lake, there is a lovely park with benches where you can sit and enjoy the weather and grab some snacks from the food stalls.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bushi Dam (2 hours, free)
  • Lonavla Wax Museum & Celebrity Wax Museum (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Rajmachi Fort trek (4 hours, free)
  • Lonavla Lake (2 hours, INR 100)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 300

Useful Tips

For those who enjoy trekking, there are many trails around Lonavla. You can adjust your plan of visits to different locations based on how many trails you want to cover. Don't forget to carry snacks and water — the places are distant from each other, and you will need some refreshments between places.

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