Begin your trip from Pune traveling southward to the scenic Mapro Garden located near Mahabaleshwar, arrangements for a comfortable drive taking approximately 2-2.5 hours.
Explore Mapro Garden, famous for its fresh strawberries, jams, and syrups. Enjoy the lovely garden setting and try some strawberry-based treats in their factory outlet which is open until 6pm.
Walk around the nearby strawberry farms to see local cultivation and pick fresh strawberries if in season, adding a charming touch to your visit. Farms are accessible in the afternoon and early evening.
Drive to nearby Lingmala Waterfall for a refreshing short trek and spectacular views. Best visited late afternoon when the waterfall is particularly scenic; open until sunset.
Enjoy an early dinner at the Mapro Garden restaurant featuring local Maharashtrian and continental dishes, including fresh strawberry desserts - perfect to unwind before heading back. The restaurant closes around 8pm.