Namita SawantMonsoon Getaways in India can be best described as dreamlike. The mysterious charm of the rain-soaked landscapes that you experience in India is surreal. Something that you can experience but cannot describe. From cascading waterfalls to misty mountains, a landscape as diverse as that in India offers myriad breath-taking views that is best explored during monsoon.
In the list that I share here, I list down my favourite monsoon getaways in India. The places where I immersed in the beauty of nature and came back with immense peace and tranquillity in heart.
Top 5 Monsoon Getaways in India: Your Ultimate Guide
1. Matheran, Maharashtra
Matheran hill station tops my list. Why? Thick forests, scenic hills, abundant nature, and most importantly, Asia’s only automobile-free hill station. Do you need more reasons to plan a trip to Matheran. This quaint hill station, near Karjat in Maharashtra is my personal favourite place, during monsoons. In the rainy season, this place looks like a scene straight out of a Bollywood movie.
A popular weekend getaway for people staying in Mumbai and Pune, it is well-connected via road and rail transport. You can also enjoy the incredible ascents & descents of this hill station in a toy train. Popular spots to explore here, includes, Louisa Point, Charlotte Lake, Matheran Echo Point, Khandala point among other. Click here for a detailed itinerary.
2. Munnar, Kerala
Imagine waking up amidst misty tea plantations? As dreamy as it sounds, Munnar is a perfect destination to explore during monsoons. In the month of September, I visited this place, and I was mesmerized by nature’s beauty. The light rains, the foggy weather, and the pristine waterfalls, you will fall in love with it. The rains are usually light and hence it makes up for a perfect setting to explore the waterfalls, dams and tea and coffee plantation in Munnar.
3. Udaipur, Rajasthan
Udaipur popularly known as the city of lakes is next on the list. The best time to visit Udaipur is between September and March. Towards the end of rainy season, the weather is so pleasant, you will fall in love with this city. It is it a romantic place full of palaces, lakes, and forts. Top places to visit here includes City palace (do not miss the sound and light show during the evenings), Lake palace, Jag Mandir, Fateh Sagar Lake, and Lake Pichola. The sunset at Lake Pichola is surreal.
4. Bhedaghat, Jabalpur
Bhedaghat and Dhuandhar waterfalls are the best places to visit in India during monsoon. The snow-white rock formations encircling the pristine waters of the Narmada River paints a magical picture, out-of-this world. Several Bollywood movies are filmed at Bhedaghat. Right next to it is Dhuandhar Falls, like the name suggests, a waterfall dropping from the cliff with a powerful force creating a smoky appearance for the eyes. It is a must visit monsoon destination in India. For detailed information on Bhedaghat, check this blog.
5. Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Ooty popular as the Queen of hills, is situated in Tamil Nadu. Blessed with a good climate, flora, and fauna, and splendid tea and coffee estates, it is a must-visit hill station in India during monsoon as it paints a mesmerising picture. Imagine light rains and you walking amid the Pine Tree Forests Ooty.
This is my favourite monsoon destination as here I felt one with the nature. The rain adds to the beauty of this hill station and made it so romantic. No wonder why so many Bollywood movies are shot here. The top places to visit in Ooty include, Dodabetta Peak, Botanical Garden, Pine Tree Forests, Wenlockdowns Nature Trail, and Pykara Waterfalls, among others. Find out more about this place here.
Final words on monsoon getaways in India:
Monsoon season is the best time to travel and explore the beauty of Incredible India. From misty hills to thundering waterfalls to picturesque lakes and valleys, India has the most diverse landscape and the beauty simply mesmerizing during the rainy season. I hope this list of monsoon destinations in India will help you plan your next monsoon getaway to experience the beauty of rains in India.
