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3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Lonavala for August 2023

  1. Day 1: Lonavala Wax Museum
    15 minutes (6.5 km) from Lonavala Railway Station

    Start your day at the Lonavala Wax Museum, which features life-sized wax sculptures of famous personalities. In the morning, explore the history section featuring Indian leaders and freedom fighters. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the world of Hollywood and Bollywood stars, and strike a pose with your favourite actor. In the evening, enjoy a cup of tea and snacks at the cafe.

  2. Day 2: Karla Caves
    30 minutes (12.5 km) from Lonavala Wax Museum

    On day 2, visit the Karla Caves, which are one of the best-preserved Buddhist caves in India. In the morning, explore the rock-cut temples, which date back to the 2nd century BC. In the afternoon, take a stroll around the lush green hills, enjoy the scenic beauty of the ancient caves and the surrounding valley. In the evening, learn about the history of Buddhism and the significance of the caves from the local guide.

  3. Day 3: Bushi Dam
    20 minutes (7.4 km) from Karla Caves

    On day 3, visit the Bushi Dam, which is a popular picnic spot among locals and tourists. In the morning, enjoy the scenic beauty of the waterfalls and the lush green valleys. In the afternoon, take a stroll around the dam, and enjoy the cool breeze. In the evening, taste the local cuisine, such as Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji and Bhel Puri, at the nearby food stalls.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can also visit the Rajmachi Fort and the Lohagad Fort, which are popular trekking destinations near Lonavala. You can also explore the Kune Waterfalls, the Lonavala Lake, and the Bhaja Caves. For side trips, you can visit the nearby hill stations of Khandala and Matheran. If you want to maximize your fun, you can book a hot air balloon ride, go paragliding or visit the Della Adventure Park. Happy exploring!

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