Adventure Activities

Overview

• •Matheran, meaning 'forest on the forehead' in Marathi, is a municipal council in Karjat taluka of Raigad district, Maharashtra, and part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
• •Declared an eco-sensitive region by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, it is one of India's smallest hill stations.
• •Located about 90 km from Mumbai and 120 km from Pune, it is a popular weekend getaway.
• •The town is partially automobile-free, with only a few emergency vehicles allowed, so most exploration is on foot, horseback, or hand-pulled rickshaws.
• •The red laterite soil and dense forests make it ideal for adventure activities like trekking, hiking, and nature walks.
• •The numerous viewpoints (points) offer spectacular views of the Western Ghats, especially during sunrise and sunset.
• •The best way to experience Matheran is to trek from the base villages like Dasturi Naka or Neral, and then explore the network of trails within the hill station.