Month: September 2017

Posted on by Alexander Henry Seussmann

Top Trekking Spots Much Near Mumbai

 Residents and visitors to Mumbai have much to enjoy in its vicinity thanks to some lovely trekking spots here. Those seeking fun and adventure have much to gain from trekking in places nearby.

Here is a sample of places for trekking near Mumbai.

Prabalgad- 47 km

Prabalgad fort is located between Panvel and Matheran, around 47 km from Mumbai.  It is one among the most popular tourist spots, especially for adventure treks. The fort is a great example of old architecture and a 3 hour trek reveals some very scenic spots.

Karanala-48 KM

It is a very popular tourist spot. The fort is located on top of the hill inside a sanctuary. It features a scenic trek along the fort which dates back to the 1400’s. This one hour long trek has five resting places with amazing views. Particularly a trek during the Monsoon season is mesmerizing.

Vasai Fort-60KM

It is located in Bassein, a historic suburban town, north of Mumbai.  This scenic fort is a popular draw for tourists. The fort is maintained and protected by the Archaeological Survey of India. This fort is a Portuguese legacy dating back to the 17th century. Though in ruins, it has matchless beauty and features remnants of 3 churches, which are in fairly good condition.

Matheran- 80 KM

It is among the most beautiful hill stations between Pune and Mumbai. Scaling an altitude of over 2625 feet, this spot enjoys a cool, pleasant climate while Pune and Mumbai are reeling under heat. It counts as one of the smallest hill stations in the country. It is located along the Western Ghats.

Lonavala- 82 km

It is the best destinations for nature lovers and features shimmering waterfalls, pristine lakes, matchless scenery and lovely green cover. Lonavala is part of the Sahyadari range and it blossoms in the monsoon period. The name is derived from two words: Len and Avali which together mean- resting place of stones. You can enjoy some breathtaking views of the scenery while trekking here.

Tamhini-80 km

It is one among the loveliest spots in the Western Ghats with stunning hills, lakes, waterfalls, and dense forests. The Ghat originates from Mulshi dam and extends from the Western Ghats to Orchard café. During the monsoons, the roads are dotted with sparkling streams and waterfalls.

Lohaghad-99 km

 A trek to this fort is one among the most loved treks from Mumbai. Scaling the height of 3,300 feet, the place offers some stunning views, a bonus for the exciting trek. No trekker can miss the view of the Pavana Reservoir.

Korighad-105 km

Not only is this place featuring great scenery, but also offers many trails for trekkers. It is a fort, located in the Sahayadri ranges and is situated 20 km South of Lonavala. Scaling around 900 km above sea levels, it offers some interesting trekking. This trek has two base villages and the entire trek from base village to the summit takes around one and a half hours.

Tikona- 120 km

As the name suggests, the hill is triangular in shape, viewed from all sides. Scaling an altitude of around 3600 feet, it is a great spot for trekking and adventure.

These are some of the best places for trekking near Mumbai.

 

Posted on by Alexander Henry Seussmann

Explore cairns for your vacation

Travelling to a city abroad for a holiday is always exciting and something to look forward too but the travelling part in that new city is something that takes a toll on most of us and is a lot tedious. Looking for a public transport and then talking to the drivers in their native language becomes a lit difficult and expensive. There are a number of tourist places which offer car hire facility to the tourists; one such place is Cairns in Australia. Australia itself is known to be tourist friendly but Cairns is a small coastal city there which is perfect for those looking for a quite vacation and quality time with family. It is not difficult to hire car Cairns, there are a number of companies that rent out cars to the people at affordable prices for the whole day.

No matter how large the group is or how small it is one can easily find a car to rent. These companies have small cars, mid range cars, large sedans and they even have mini buses and eight seater cars for the large groups. Then there are also cars according to the budget that people have; those with a limited budget can hire a small car that can take them around cairns easily.  The best part about hire car Cairns is that there is no limit on the kilometres; one can travel for as many kilometres as they want.

Benefits of hiring a car

  • It is the perfect solution for those looking for public transport to travel and visit places in Cairns. The car rental companies are warm and friendly; they give personal service and time to the people; the vehicles are regularly maintained and services before given to somebody for rent. These rental companies also make sure that there are no scratches on the car before the car is given on rent.
  • These rented cars have road side assistance insurance and they also have a twenty four hour helpline for customers in case they face any difficulty.
  • The staff and the drivers provided by the rental companies act like guides and help one in visiting places according to the weather. One gets up to date advice and also a map with directions.
  • It is better to rent a car as it is inexpensive; it proves to be inexpensive as compared to the public transport. Their websites are user friendly and customer friendly and renting a car gives you a brand new car belonging to established manufacturers.
  • By renting a car you have the flexibility to travel anywhere at any time; there is no time boundation.

So car renting is an intelligent option for places where this facility is available; travelling in a comfortable and luxurious car and looking at the scenic beauty is the best thing to do. So, next time if you visit cairns don’t forget to hire a car for a comfortable and an inexpensive travelling experience.