Located in Pune district of Maharashtra, Kamshet is one of the most crowd-pleasing weekend places near Mumbai. It is situated at a distance of 16 km from the twin hill stations of Khandala and Lonavla.
The natural beauty of the surroundings of Kamshet and the charming little villages that comprise of houses made of mud and thatched roofs hold a special allure for travellers from all over the country and the world. The nearest railhead is the Kamshet railway station which runs parallel to the River Indrayani. The hills along this route have a number of ancient cave temples, colonial hill stations and hill fortresses.
Distance from Kamshet to major places
Mumbai - 100kms via Mumbai-pUne EXpy
Khandala – 22 Kms
Mahabalaeswer – 166 Kms
Pune – 45 Kms
Matheran – 78 Kms
Things to do in Kamshet
There are lots of things that tourists can enjoy at Kamshet. Paragliding is a rage here as the destination provides world class paragliding facilities. For this reason, a large number of enthusiasts and flying sport aficionados visit Kamshet throughout the year for paragliding sessions.
Another prominent setting for the spot is Shelar, which is situated at a distance of just 8 km from the highway. It offers the perfect conditions for thermal paragliding and soaring. Paragliders can take off from 175 feet or more because of the perfect landscape.
The Kondeshwara Cliff is ideal for those who have enough experience to take on tough challenges. It is situated at a distance of 20 km from Kamshet and tourists can take off from a height of 2200 feet and soar above the breath-taking landscape of this beautiful destination.
Kamshet is perfect for ridge and thermal soaring and is ideal for basic, intermediate and cross-country paragliding expeditions. Tourists can happily soar over the picturesque Pawna Lake and glide over the beautiful scenery of the region. Due to the popularity of paragliding in the region, Kamshet is also known as the ‘Paraglider’s Paradise.’
Sightseeing places in Kamshet
There are several places of interest such as the Karla Caves, Bedsa Caves, the Bhaja Caves and the Kondeshwar Temple.
How to Reach Kamshet
How to Reach Kamshet by Air
The nearest domestic airport is at Pune some 60 kms away. Hire a taxi to Kamshet.
How to Reach Kamshet by Rail
The nearest railhead is at Lonavla. From here you can take a taxi or bus to Kamshet.
How to Reach Kamshet by Bus
Kamshet is well connected by road to Mumbai and Pune. There is a regular bus service to Kamshet too.
The best time to visit Kamshet
The best time to visit Kamshet is between October and February when the weather is pleasant with the temperature varying between 10°C and 26°C.
Avoid travelling during the summer season between March and May, as the temperature varies between 25°C and 40°C making it difficult to step outside and enjoy the scenic beauty of Kamshet.