Mahabaleshwar is known as one of the best winter destinations to visit in Maharashtra. However, did you know that it has a tourist attraction that attracts tourists even in the monsoon? The Lingmala Waterfall in Mahabaleshwar is a key attraction in the hill station that becomes a tourist hotspot in the monsoon. If you’re someone who loves a little adventure in the rain, here’s how to visit Lingmala Waterfall Point.
Lingmala Waterfall Point: Location, How To Reach, And More
Location Of The Lingmala Waterfall
The Lingmala Waterfall Point is situated in Mahabaleshwar at a distance of 6 kilometers (km) from the Mahabaleshwar Bus Stand. From Pune, it is approximately 116 km away while from Mumbai it is 252 km away. Formed by the Venna River, it is located at the top of the Venna Valley.
Lingmala Waterfall Point stands at a staggering altitude of 1278 meters, making it one of the highest waterfalls in Maharashtra. When you reach the waterfall, you’ll notice that there are two waterfalls – one mini and one main waterfall. The mini waterfall is safe and you can take a dip here. However, you must walk for about 30 more minutes to reach the viewpoint of the main waterfall.
Once you reach the viewpoint, you’ll be blessed with panoramic views of the Lingmala waterfall Mahabaleshwar. Even though you cannot enter the water of the main waterfall that plummets down from 500 feet, you can take in spectacular views of the same.
How To Reach Mahabaleshwar-Panchagani
Lingmala Waterfall is on your right hand side when you travel from Mahabaleshwar to Panchgani. There are plenty of signboards that will help you reach the waterfall.
To reach Mahabaleshwar/Panchgani, there are quite a lot of ways. There are direct, regular buses available from various cities of Pune, Satara, and Mumbai. Moreover, the area of Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani is well-connected via roads from Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Goa, and other places. You can choose to self-drive to reach the hill station.
If you choose to take a flight, the Pune International Airport (approx. 140 km) will be the closest to you. From here, you can hire a direct cab, a bus service, or self-drive to Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani.
For local sightseeing, you can hire a cab, autorickshaws, or make use of Uber ride services.
How To Reach Lingmala Falls
The signboards will guide you as you make your way to the entrance of the Lingmala Falls. Once you reach the entrance, you must pay an entrance fee of INR 20. If you are carrying a camera with you, you’ll be expected to pay an additional fee of INR 10. Once you pay all the fees, you can make your way ahead
From the gate, you must trek for about 1.5 km to reach the mini waterfall. Once you reach the mini waterfall, you can trek for an additional 2.5 km to reach the main waterfall viewpoint. As you make your way to the main waterfall viewpoint, you’ll be stunned by the spectacular views of the lush green forests and the cascading falls. Swimming and entering the water of the main waterfall is prohibited as it is dangerous to do so, especially in the monsoon season.
Some people directly ascend to the main waterfall and visit the mini waterfall on their way back. On the other hand, many people traveling with kids and elders avoid visiting the main waterfall due to the extensive trek and instead only visit the mini waterfall.
Best Time To Visit Lingmala Waterfall
Lingmala Waterfall is known to be one of the most popular destinations in Maharashtra to enjoy in the monsoon season. The waterfall is best enjoyed in the monsoon as the rainfall makes the waterfall active. During the monsoon season, the waterfall transforms into a cascading enigma of nature that you surely cannot miss. July to October is the best time to visit the waterfall, however, it is also the season when you’ll find a lot of crowd.
The waterfall slowly starts drying up after monsoon ends, and by peak summer, it is completely dried up. So, if you wish to enjoy the waterfall, make sure you do so in the monsoon season.
Summing Up
Mahabaleshwar is not just a must-visit winter destination but also a great place to visit in the monsoon season. With a spectacular waterfall like Lingmala and gorgeous views of the Sahyadri ranges, the place is a must-visit if you wish to experience the monsoon at a hill station. Did you pack your bags yet?
