Introduction:

Malshej Ghat has a charm that appeals to the adventure enthusiast, hikers, nature lovers, trekkers, outdoor lovers and tourists. This hill station is renowned for its waterfalls, placid lakes and serene mountains. Beautiful waterfalls, verdant green hillsides, interesting rock formations, the hill station of Malshej Ghat has all of this. Malshej Ghat is for the flamboyant flamingoes, which come here between July and September all the way from Europe. In addition to its spectacular flora and fauna, Malshej Ghat also has historic forts, resorts and sanctuaries.

Destination Facts:

Location: Maharashtra, District Pune
Altitude: 700 Meters
Area: 150 Sq. Km.
Temperature: (summer 22 to 40°C) & (winter 12 to 33°C)
Languages Spoken: Marathi, Hindi and English

Getting There:

Nearest Airports: Pune is the nearest airport.
Main Railway Station: The nearest Railway Station is Kalyan Railway Station.
Main Bus Station or Road: The destination is well connected through Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) and some private travel services.

Distance of a few Major Towns from Malshej Ghat:

Mumbai- 126km, Pune- 120km, Nashik-133, Ahmednagar- 125, Kalyan-85km, Otur- 32km, Kolewadi- 20km.

Eating Around:

Puran Poli, Vada Pav, Sabunada Khichdi, Misal Pav, Pohe are some of the famous dishes found here.

Places of Tourist Interest:

Harishchandragad Peak: 
The Harishchandragad Peak is favourite with trekkers. It is unique because here lays the semi-circular rock wall of the Konkan Kada.

Pimpalgaon-Joga Dam:
This dam is a long bund, which blocks the Pushpavati River that springs out of Malshej Ghat and creates a lake in the monsoons. Several species of birds including the alpine swift, purple moorhen, pitta, quail, whistling thrush, green pigeon, and pied crested cuckoo have been spotted by ornithologists around the dam.

Malshej Falls:
This magnificent hill station is full of waterfalls during monsoons and some of them are too big that they even fall down on the road.

Ajoba Hill Fort:
An attractive and famous spot which offers rock climbing and trekking activities, this is the most visited place in the region.

Getting around the Destination:

For local transportation in Mahableshwar taxis, rickshaws and horses are available.

Best Time To Visit:

October to March is the best time to visit the destination.

Festivals:

Ganesh Chaturthi is the most popular festival celebrated in the month of August - September.