About Matheran Hill Station Tour

Welcome to the Matheran Hill Station, a beautiful and natural retreat in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. Matheran was first founded by Shri Malet in May 1850 and thereafter Bombay's governor of that time, Shri Elphinston, took the lead and started developing the infrastructure of Matheran. The British government took the initiative to develop the Matheran to beat the heat in the surrounding region.

Matheran Hill Station is the closest hill station to Mumbai located at an altitude of 800 meters. Surrounded by lush green forests and picturesque landscapes, the hill station is an ideal holiday destination for those looking for peace and tranquility.

Since Matheran is declared as an Ecosensitive zone, vehicles are not allowed beyond Dasturi Naka and from there nearly 1.5 km tourists are required to walk to reach Matheran or use a porter, hand cart, or horse to reach Matheran.

Apart from its numerous tourist attractions, Matheran is also home to a variety of flora and fauna species. So come and explore this breathtaking hill station and experience its beauty and tranquility. Today, Matheran is a much sought-after destination for tourists who want to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. With its lush green landscapes, breathtaking views and plenty of activities to choose from, Matheran is sure to leave a lasting impression on all visitors.

Matheran provides all budget accommodation options but please remember hotel rates changes from season to season, Rates for Saturday and Sunday are different from regular working days, Budget Hotels per Night rates are -1500-2500 while standard hotel rates are from 2500-3500 depending on the location of hotel. Hotels near Railway station and Main Market are costlier by 20 %. Matheran also has higher range hotels whose tariff is in the range of 4000-6000 per night. Always it is better to have advance booking of Hotel or Tour package to avoid disappointment.

GAGANGIRI TOURS & TRAVELS is an experienced and reliable travel agency providing a unique holiday experience to Matheran Hill Station. Our package includes 02 Nights/03 Days stay in Matheran along with sightseeing activities.We understand the need for a perfect holiday and strive to provide our guests with the best services and facilities. Our experienced team is available to make your stay in Matheran comfortable and enjoyable. We take pride in ensuring that our guests have the best holiday experience and make memories that last a lifetime.

 TOUR ITINERARY

Day 01: Matheran

Arrival at Dasturi Naka Entry point of Matheran Hill Station by road from Mumbai-Pune.Mumbai to Matheran

road distance is 80km and Pune to Matheran is 120km. Please Note- Matheran is declared as an Eco-sensitive zone vehicles are not allowed beyond Dasturi Naka, hence park the vehicle here and trekking1.5 km to reach Matheran on arrival check into the hotel. The evening is free to explore the town and enjoy the cool climate of the hill station o/n halt.
Day 02: Matheran 
After Bf proceed to Matheran sightseeing by trekking or you can hire a horse Important points are:
Echo Point 
This is a crucial point that offers a panoramic view of the whole place. As the name suggests, the Echo point is well-known for allowing you to enjoy your echoes. This has made the place very popular amongst locals as well as tourists. 
Charlotte Lake 
This lake is the main source of water supply in Matheran and a major point of the place. It is located at a distance of 1 km from the main market and looks idyllic during the monsoons, but dries up during the summers. 
Louisa Point 
Located on a plateau, this famous lookout point offers a spectacular view of the ruined forts of Prabal and Vishalgarh. The famous "Lion's Head" (a rock resembling a lion's head) is located close to it. 

Alexander Point 
It is a famous point located 1 km towards the north of the place. This point provides splendid views of the Garbutt Point,the Chowk valley, and the Ulhas River, and is a favorite among the sightseers. 
King George Point 
During the monsoons, water from the nearby Charlotte Lake overflows and forms various waterfalls around the place. This is the point that beautifully captures these waterfalls and hence is a popular point during the season of showers. 
Sunset/Porcupine Point
Located at a distance of 4 km from the main market, this point is famous for its views of the setting sun. This point offers views of a dark forest below. Prabalgad can also be seen from this point. 
Monkey Point
It is a well-known point, famous for the large number of mischievous monkeys that throng the place. The point also offers a mesmerizing view of the verdant plains below. After sightseeing return back to the hotel for lunch evening free for shopping and personal activities o/n halt
Day 03: Matheran-Mumbai/Pune
After Bf check out from the Hotel and reach Dasturi Naka by Trekking in the forest of Matheran Hills from there take your vehicle and return back to Mumbai/Pune on arrival drop at Residence Railway station or Airport with a sweet memory of Gagangiri Tours and Travels
 Tour Ends

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