India's Monsoon Destinations

2. Lonavala, Maharashtra (Jewel of the Sahyadri)

A tinge of mist in the atmosphere, with the backdrop of mountains, well built dams, spectacular lakes, and cloud-topped cliffs, yes, Lonavala has got them all! It’s the perfect destination during monsoon for people of all ages. Photographers, married couples, family and college trips, this scintillating spot is a paradise and must not be missed when you are at Mumbai or Pune. Just 80 kms from Mumbai and 65 kms from Pune, Lonavala is also great for its eateries as it offers amazing mouthwatering street food which can be spotted at every tourist locations in Lonavala. Bhushi Dam, and Pawna Dam gives that scenic views and provides recreational activities such as parasailing, jet skiing and boating. Photographers and hikers will find it very thrilling as Lonavala have remarkable places such as Tiger’s Leap, Lion’s Point, Rajmachi Fort and Tikona to sparkle your eyes.

3. Munnar, Kerala (Kashmir of South India)

Clasping the baton of nature’s beauty, Munnar in monsoon season is all about the tea gardens, sensational waterfalls, and lush green plantations. Located at the slopes of Nilgiri Hills, Munnar is definitely a must visit spot during the monsoon season in South India. Here, nature at its very best can be enjoyed at Attukal Waterfalls, Lakkom Waterfalls and Chinnakanal Waterfalls. Apart from these gorgeous waterfalls, Eravikulam National Park, which is home to the Nilgiri Tahrs and the Neelakurinji flowers, which can be seen only once in 12 years, makes Munnar unique from other tourist spots in South India. For trekkers and photographers, activities like boating at Kundala Lake, sunset view at Pothamedu View Point and the fascinating elephant rides at Carmelgiri Park can make your Munnar visit much more exciting.