Weekend Escapes

Perfect Weekend Getaways from Mumbai: 8 Destinations Within 300 km

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Mumbai’s fast-paced life calls for quick weekend escapes! Whether you’re craving mountains, beaches, or heritage sites, these 15 destinations within 300 km of Mumbai offer the perfect 2-3 day retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle.

Hill Station Escapes

1. Lonavala-Khandala (83 km)

Drive Time: 2 hours 

Best For: Couples, families, nature lovers 

Peak Season: June-September (monsoon magic)

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 6:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 8:30 AM: Reach Lonavala, check into hotel
  • 10:00 AM: Visit Bhushi Dam (free entry)
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch at local restaurant
  • 2:00 PM: Tiger Point for valley views
  • 4:00 PM: Karla Caves exploration (₹30 entry)
  • 6:00 PM: Evening at Lonavala Lake
  • 8:00 PM: Dinner and rest

Sunday:

  • 8:00 AM: Breakfast and checkout
  • 9:30 AM: Rajmachi Point trek (2 hours)
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch in Khandala
  • 2:00 PM: Celebrity Wax Museum (₹150 entry)
  • 4:00 PM: Shopping for chikki and fudge
  • 5:30 PM: Depart for Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹3,500-6,000 per person 

Must-Try: Maganlal Chikki, Cooper’s fudge, vada pav

2. Matheran (80 km)

Drive Time: 2.5 hours + toy train 

Best For: Eco-tourists, photography enthusiasts 

Unique Feature: Asia’s only automobile-free hill station

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 6:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 8:30 AM: Reach Neral, board toy train (₹290)
  • 11:00 AM: Arrive Matheran, check into hotel
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at hotel
  • 3:00 PM: Panorama Point visit
  • 5:00 PM: Sunset at Sunset Point
  • 7:00 PM: Market area exploration
  • 9:00 PM: Dinner and rest

Sunday:

  • 6:00 AM: Sunrise at Porcupine Point
  • 8:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 10:00 AM: Louisa Point trek
  • 12:00 PM: Charlotte Lake visit
  • 2:00 PM: Lunch and checkout
  • 4:00 PM: Toy train back to Neral
  • 6:30 PM: Depart for Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹4,000-7,000 per person 

Photography Spots: Echo Point, Heart Point, Monkey Point

Beach Destinations

3. Alibaug (95 km)

Drive Time: 2 hours + ferry 

Best For: Beach lovers, water sports enthusiasts 

Specialty: Fresh seafood and clean beaches

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 7:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 9:00 AM: Board ferry from Gateway of India (₹185)
  • 11:00 AM: Reach Alibaug, check into beach resort
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at resort
  • 3:00 PM: Alibaug Beach activities
  • 5:00 PM: Kolaba Fort visit (accessible during low tide)
  • 7:00 PM: Sunset at beach
  • 9:00 PM: Seafood dinner at local restaurant

Sunday:

  • 7:00 AM: Early morning beach walk
  • 9:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 11:00 AM: Varsoli Beach visit
  • 1:00 PM: Water sports (jet skiing, parasailing)
  • 3:00 PM: Lunch and checkout
  • 5:00 PM: Shopping for kokum and cashews
  • 6:00 PM: Ferry back to Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹4,500-8,000 per person 

Water Sports: Jet skiing (₹500), Parasailing (₹800), Banana boat (₹300)

4. Kashid Beach (135 km)

Drive Time: 3 hours 

Best For: Pristine beach experience, photography 

Highlight: White sand beach with clear blue waters

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 6:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 9:30 AM: Reach Kashid, check into beach resort
  • 11:00 AM: Beach relaxation and swimming
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at resort
  • 3:00 PM: Camel rides on beach (₹200)
  • 5:00 PM: ATV rides (₹300)
  • 6:30 PM: Sunset photography
  • 8:00 PM: Barbecue dinner at beach

Sunday:

  • 6:30 AM: Sunrise at beach
  • 8:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 10:00 AM: Murud-Janjira Fort visit (₹25 entry)
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at local restaurant
  • 3:00 PM: Revdanda Beach visit
  • 5:00 PM: Departure for Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹5,000-9,000 per person 

Photography Tips: Golden hour shots, fort architecture, local fishermen

Adventure & Nature

5. Igatpuri (120 km)

Drive Time: 2.5 hours 

Best For: Trekking enthusiasts, nature lovers 

Famous For: Vipassana meditation center, scenic landscapes

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 6:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 9:00 AM: Reach Igatpuri, check into resort
  • 11:00 AM: Kalsubai Peak trek preparation
  • 12:00 PM: Start trek (highest peak in Maharashtra)
  • 4:00 PM: Reach summit, enjoy views
  • 6:00 PM: Descend back
  • 8:00 PM: Dinner and rest

Sunday:

  • 7:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 9:00 AM: Tringalwadi Fort trek (easier option)
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch
  • 3:00 PM: Bhatsa River Valley visit
  • 5:00 PM: Departure for Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹3,000-5,500 per person 

Trekking Tips: Carry water, wear proper shoes, start early

6. Karjat (60 km)

Drive Time: 1.5 hours 

Best For: Adventure sports, weekend camping 

Activities: River rafting, rock climbing, rappelling

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 7:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 9:00 AM: Reach Karjat adventure camp
  • 10:00 AM: River rafting session (₹800)
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at camp
  • 3:00 PM: Rock climbing activities
  • 5:00 PM: Rappelling experience
  • 7:00 PM: Campfire and music
  • 9:00 PM: Dinner and overnight camping

Sunday:

  • 6:00 AM: Nature walk
  • 8:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 10:00 AM: Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary visit
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch
  • 3:00 PM: Kondana Caves exploration
  • 5:00 PM: Departure for Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹4,000-6,500 per person 

Adventure Packages: Full day adventure (₹2,500), overnight camping (₹3,500)

Heritage & Cultural

7. Aurangabad (350 km)

Drive Time: 6 hours (fly option available) 

Best For: History buffs, UNESCO World Heritage sites 

Highlights: Ajanta-Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Friday Evening:

  • 6:00 PM: Fly to Aurangabad (1.5 hours)
  • 8:00 PM: Check into hotel
  • 9:00 PM: Dinner at local restaurant

Saturday:

  • 6:00 AM: Depart for Ellora Caves (30 km)
  • 8:00 AM: Explore Ellora Caves (₹40 entry)
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at Ellora
  • 3:00 PM: Daulatabad Fort visit (₹25 entry)
  • 6:00 PM: Return to Aurangabad
  • 8:00 PM: Dinner and rest

Sunday:

  • 6:00 AM: Depart for Ajanta Caves (100 km)
  • 8:30 AM: Explore Ajanta Caves (₹40 entry)
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch near Ajanta
  • 3:00 PM: Return to Aurangabad
  • 5:00 PM: Bibi Ka Maqbara visit (₹25 entry)
  • 7:00 PM: Shopping at local markets
  • 9:00 PM: Flight back to Mumbai

Budget Estimate: ₹8,000-12,000 per person (including flights) 

Cultural Tips: Hire local guide, respect heritage sites, photography rules

Spiritual Retreats

8. Shirdi (185 km)

Drive Time: 4 hours 

Best For: Spiritual seekers, families 

Highlight: Sai Baba Temple, peaceful atmosphere

Complete Weekend Itinerary: 

Saturday:

  • 5:00 AM: Depart Mumbai
  • 9:00 AM: Reach Shirdi, check into hotel
  • 11:00 AM: Sai Baba Temple darshan
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at temple prasadam
  • 3:00 PM: Chavadi and Dwarkamaiee visit
  • 5:00 PM: Evening aarti attendance
  • 7:00 PM: Dinner and rest

Sunday:

  • 6:00 AM: Early morning darshan
  • 8:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 10:00 AM: Shani Shingnapur visit (70 km)
  • 1:00 PM: Lunch
  • 3:00 PM: Return to Shirdi
  • 4:00 PM: Final darshan and departure

Budget Estimate: ₹2,500-4,000 per person 

Spiritual Tips: Dress modestly, maintain silence in temple, donate at prasadam

Planning Tips for Mumbai Weekend Escapes

Best Time to Visit

  • Monsoon (June-September): Hill stations at their best
  • Winter (October-February): Pleasant weather for all destinations
  • Summer (March-May): Hill stations for cooling off

Transportation Options

  • Self-Drive: Most flexible, book rental cars in advance
  • Public Transport: State buses available to most destinations
  • Train: Local trains to Karjat, Lonavala; express trains to Aurangabad
  • Cab Services: Ola Outstation, Uber Intercity available

Accommodation Types

  • Budget: ₹1,500-3,000 per night
  • Mid-range: ₹3,000-6,000 per night
  • Luxury: ₹6,000+ per night
  • Camping: ₹1,000-2,500 per night

Packing Essentials

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light rain gear (monsoon season)
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Power banks and cameras
  • Basic medicines

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