Kaas Plateau and Panchgani 2 Day Sightseeing Tour from Mumbai

Embark on a scenic tour from Pune to explore the vibrant floral landscapes of the Kaas Plateau, known as Maharashtra's Valley of Flowers. Then, visit Panchgani to marvel at its picturesque viewpoints, colonial architecture, and serene atmosphere, making for a perfect blend of natural beauty and tranquility just a short drive away from Mumbai.

Highlights

A tour of the 'Valley of Flowers' nestled in the Sahyadri range.

• Kaas Plateau is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
• A brief tour of Panchgani on the way to Kaas Plateau.
• Service of a professional driver and a well-maintained car. 

Detailed overview

• Kaas Plateau is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in the Sahyadri range of Maharashtra. Kaas Plateau has volcanic soil, which aids in the growth of endemic flowers. The flowering season starts from July and undergoes serene changes till October. Only 4000 visitors are allowed per day on Kaas plateau; there are 4 batches of 3 hours each, starting from 7 in the morning until 7 in the evening.
• Panchgani is a hill station in the Satara district of Maharastra. This gem of a hill station was established by a British officer as a summer resort. He is credited for planting many plant species from the western world in Panchgani, including Siver oak and poinsettia, These plants have flourished since then. 
  
  

Kaas Plateau and Panchgani 2-Day Sightseeing Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Mumbai - Panchgani

• Your tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel/residence in Mumbai city limits.
• Post-pickup, you will be driven to Panchgani, which is about 250 kilometres from Mumbai and would take you 5 hours to reach. We suggest leaving early in the morning so that a few scenic spots in Panchgani can be covered.
• After your arrival in Panchgani, you may check-in at your hotel in Panchgani and proceed with the local sightseeing.
• You may choose to visit the following suggested places in Panchgani:
• Table Land: A perfect place to watch the sun go down, it offers visitors a panoramic view of the underlying areas.
• Parsi Point: a popular scenic point with views of the Krishna Valley & Dhom Dam, plus a play area & food vendors.
• Sydney Point: scenic hilltop overlooks offering expansive views of the Krishna Valley & the surrounding waters.
• Kates Point: a plateau on a mountain offering an observation terrace for sweeping valley & river views, plus cafes.
• At the end of the day's tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Panchgani.

Day 2: Panchgani - Kaas Plateau - Mumbai

• The second day will begin with a morning pick-up, post which you will be driven to Kaas Plateau.
• Your drive will be for two hours and you will be covering about 70 kilometres.
• Upon your arrival, you may hire a guide to identify the flowers in this serene valley, buy your tickets and select the batch you want to be a part of.
• The batch segregation is done based on the time you want to take a tour of the 'Valley of Flowers'.
• On this tour, while you explore the valley, you will witness the variety of flowers, Vajrai Waterfall, Kaas Lake and many more scenic jewels of this volcanic land.
• After the completion of the tour, you will be dropped back at your hotel/residence in Mumbai city limits.