Life in the financial capital of the country can get to you sometimes. Do not get us wrong, we love our green spaces, gorgeous sunset points, stunning restaurants and beaches. However, the time comes when sometimes you need a break and a quick getaway. We have thereby curated a list of the best places to go camping near Mumbai for when you need to be one with nature.
1. Pawna Lake, Lonavala
Set up camp among rolling hills and a pristine lake that offers gorgeous sunset and sunrise views. A mere 2.5-hour drive from the city, Pawana Lake holds ideal temperature all year round. It is further surrounded by Lohgad, Tikona and Tungi forts and spews a string of stars every night!
📍Distance from Mumbai: 117 km away from Mumbai
2. Vasind, Thane
Two hours away from Mumbai, Vasind is a picturesque town in Maharashtra known for its beautiful temples, rolling hills, and the Bhatsa River. Enjoy a scenic trek through its valleys saturated with flowers before settling down at camp. You can further enjoy kayaking and jeep safari here.
📍Distance from Mumbai: 64 km away from Mumbai
3. Shirota Lake, Lonavala
Still largely unexplored, Shirota Lake holds its pristine demeanour. A great spot to catch the constellation in all its glory, you can further hire a boat for a serene ride across or just enjoy a peaceful camp at the site.
📍Distance from Mumbai: 92 km away from Mumbai
4. Shirgaon Beach, Palghar
Set your camp among tall palm trees by the Konkan coast. A ninety-minute drive from Mumbai, Shiragaon Beach offers a plethora of activities to take your pick from. Hop on an ATV ride, swim in the sea or kick the ball around in the sand! Offering by far the most stunning views of sunset, a camp here is worth the travel.
📍Distance from Mumbai: 90 km away from Mumbai
5. Harishchandragad, Kokankada
Perched high above on the Sahyadri range, this campsite provides fantastic views of the Konkan region bursting with flowers and cascading waterfalls. Around 5.5 hours from Mumbai, it is a perfect spot to plan a weekend away to enjoy some much-needed fresh air.
📍Distance from Mumbai: 200 km away from Mumbai