Weekend getaway from Pune · #10 of 10
Lavasa
A private planned hill town styled on Italy's Portofino, spread over lakeside hills beyond Mulshi: promenade strolls, waterfront cafes, Temghar Dam views and lakeshore watersports make an easy no-plan day out.
Think Italy's Portofino, but tucked in the Western Ghats. Lavasa is a colorful lakeside escape spread across seven hills. It is the perfect spot for a lazy weekend of breezy boardwalk strolls, watersports, and dam vistas.
Getting there
Your go-to path. Keep your eyes peeled for gorgeous glimpses of the lake as you get closer!
A bit longer, but totally worth it for the stunning Mulshi Dam backwater views. Perfect for a quick photo break.
Day 1 - Lakefront promenade and the dam
Settle into vacation mode with colorful lakeside walks, awesome watersports, and beautiful dam views.- 18:00 AMDrive
Drive out via Temghar Road
Roll the windows down and enjoy a breezy, easy drive west of Pune. You will wind through scenic Paud right toward the lake.
📍 Paud, Mulshi
- 29:30 AMSight
Lakeside Promenade
Drop your bags and head straight to the water. This bright, Italian-style boardwalk is exactly where you will get those postcard-perfect vacation shots.
📍 Lakeside Promenade, Lavasa
- 311:00 AMSight
Varasgaon Dam and waterfall
Take a quick drive to the dam to watch the gushing waterfall. With mist in the air and lush hills behind you, it is the ultimate photo spot.
📍 Varasgaon Dam, Lavasa
- 412:30 PMFood
Lunch on the promenade
Time to eat! Grab a table by the water and choose between spicy street food at Chor Bizarre or tasty Chinese plates at Orient 8.
📍 Lakeside Promenade, Lavasa
- 52:30 PMActivity
Bamboosa walk
Take a quiet, green detour through this lovely bamboo grove. It is a peaceful, shady retreat before you hit the water.
📍 Bamboosa, Lavasa
- 64:00 PMActivity
Lakeshore watersports
Ready for some splashes? Hop on a jet ski or bump around in a bumper boat on the lake. It is a blast, especially with a group.
📍 Warasgaon Lake, Lavasa
Tip · Get here early! Slots fill up fast on weekends and run on a first-come, first-served basis.
- 76:30 PMStay
Overnight in Lavasa
Unwind at your resort and watch the lakeside lights dance on the water. Cozy up and rest up for day two.
📍 Lavasa, Maharashtra
Day 2 - Temghar Dam and the drive back
A lazy morning by the water, one last scenic dam, and a gorgeous drive back home via Mulshi.- 88:00 AMFood
Breakfast at the hotel
Sip some coffee and enjoy a slow, quiet breakfast by the water before you pack up your bags.
📍 Lavasa, Maharashtra
- 99:30 AMSight
Temghar Dam
Check out this peaceful reservoir nearby. It is much quieter than Varasgaon and the mountain views are incredible.
📍 Temghar Dam, Lavasa
- 1011:00 AMActivity
Promenade photo walk
Grab your camera for one last stroll. Late-morning light is beautiful on the pastel buildings, and you will beat the afternoon rush.
📍 Lakeside Promenade, Lavasa
- 111:00 PMFood
Last lunch in Lavasa
One last meal by the lake! Craving classic burgers and hot dogs? The retro vibes at the All American Diner are the way to go.
📍 Lakeside Promenade, Lavasa
- 122:30 PMSight
Photo stop at Mulshi Dam
Break up the drive home at the breathtaking Mulshi Dam backwaters. It is the perfect scenic goodbye to the valley.
📍 Mulshi Dam, Mulshi
- 134:00 PMDrive
Drive back to Pune
Cruise back through Paud and into Pune, feeling totally refreshed after a chill, lakeside weekend.
📍 Paud, Mulshi
Where to eat
A lakeside favorite for delicious street food and comforting North Indian classics.
The ultimate spot on the boardwalk for your Chinese food cravings.
Step back in time for retro diner vibes, juicy burgers, and hot dogs.
When to go
The absolute sweet spot. The hill weather is lovely, perfect for walking the boardwalk and hitting the lake.
The hills turn an unbelievable vibrant green and waterfalls come alive, though heavy rains might pause lake sports.
Afternoons get pretty warm. Plan to stick to the lake breezes and save your strolls for the cooler mornings and evenings.
Good to know
- Book your water sports slots as soon as you arrive. They are first-come, first-served and sell out fast.
- Plan for weekend crowds since this is a super popular quick getaway for folks from both Pune and Mumbai.
- Toss a light jacket in your bag. The lake breeze can get surprisingly chilly once the sun goes down.
- No trains or flights head directly here, so plan for a scenic road trip or hire a taxi from Pune or Lonavala.
