📍 Where is Matheran?
Matheran is a charming hill station located in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, India, around 85 km from Mumbai and 120 km from Pune. Known as Asia’s only automobile-free hill station, Matheran sits at an elevation of 2,625 feet (800 m) and offers cool climate, lush forests, and breathtaking viewpoints.
🗺️ Map & Location
Coordinates: 18.9856° N, 73.2717° E
District: Raigad, Maharashtra
📍 Google Maps Location – Matheran
📍 All popular points to Explore in Matheran
🚗 How to Reach Matheran
🛤️ By Train:- Step 1: Reach Neral Junction on the Mumbai–Karjat railway line (Central Railway).
- Step 2: From Neral, you can take the Matheran Toy Train (subject to season) or a shared taxi to Dasturi Point.
- Toy Train: Slow and scenic journey (2 hours) – check availability.
- Drive from Mumbai (2.5 hrs) or Pune (3.5 hrs) via NH 48 to Neral and then to Dasturi Car Park.
- Private vehicles are not allowed beyond Dasturi Point.
- From Dasturi: walk (30–45 mins), take a horse ride, or hand-pulled rickshaw to Matheran market.
- Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (90 km)
- Hire a taxi to reach Neral or Dasturi Point.
📸 Top Things to Do in Matheran
- Sunset & Panorama Points – For stunning valley and sunset views.
- Charlotte Lake – A peaceful picnic and birdwatching spot.
- Echo Point – Famous for its echoing valley.
- Louisa Point – Offers views of Prabal Fort and the valley.
- Horse Riding – A unique Matheran experience.
- Valley Crossing Adventure – Ropeway across a gorge (near Louisa Point).
- Shopping in Matheran Bazaar – Leather goods, Chikki, Kolhapuri footwear.
🏞️ Places to Visit Nearby
- Panorama Point – 360-degree sunrise view.
- One Tree Hill Point – A solitary tree with panoramic views.
- Prabal Fort – Trek from Matheran (moderate level).
- Peb Fort (Vikatgad) – A short trek nearby.
- Neral – The base town with eateries and stay options.
- Garbet Plateau - Garbett Plateau is a scenic monsoon trekking destination near Matheran offering panoramic valley views, lush meadows, and a peaceful escape into nature.
🌤️ Best Time to Visit Matheran
| Season | Highlights |
|---|---|
| October – March | Pleasant weather, ideal for sightseeing. |
| April – June | Warm days, cool evenings, fewer tourists. |
| July – September | Monsoon magic! Lush greenery, misty views, slippery trails. |
Monsoon Tips: Carry rainwear, waterproof footwear, and be cautious while trekking.
🍲 Food Availability
- Local eateries serve Maharashtrian, South Indian, and Punjabi cuisine.
- Famous for Chikki, Vada Pav, Puran Poli, and Masala Chai.
- Try Panorama Hotel’s thali or Hotel Ramakant’s snacks.
🏨 Stay Options
- Luxury: Verandah in the Forest (Neemrana), Westend Hotel
- Mid-range: Usha Ascot, Richie Rich
- Budget: Hotel Paramount, Woodside Hotel
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