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Mulshi
Spend a half‑day to one full day at Mulshi for the dam, lake views and short hikes; longer stays only for trekking or river‑rafting trips.
Mulshi, west of Pune, offers a scenic dam, lake and forested hills. The main attractions are reachable within an hour drive, making a day visit sufficient unless you plan extended trekking or rafting.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon, landslides)
- Airport
- PNQ
- Nights
- 0.5–1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Mulshi112 ▾
- Police / Ambulance112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Mulshi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch traffic, monsoon landslides and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPNQ Pune International Airport (About 45 km (28 mi), 1 h by taxi or bus).PNQ Pune International Airport (About 28 mi (45 km), 1 h by taxi or bus).
- Getting aroundTake a bus from Swargate (first at 07:45, last return 20:00) or a taxi via the Pune‑Mulshi highway (≈45 min).Take a bus from Swargate (first at 7:45 AM, last return 8:00 PM) or a taxi via the Pune‑Mulshi highway (≈45 min).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (Pune‑Mulshi, 45 km (28 mi))Taxi (Pune‑Mulshi, 28 mi (45 km))₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ticket Pune‑Mulshi₹50–80 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedCamp or basic bungalow, a night, per person₹800 (≈ US$10)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,000 (≈ US$25) · High ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PNQ Pune International Airport (About 45 km (28 mi), 1 h by taxi or bus)PNQ Pune International Airport (About 28 mi (45 km), 1 h by taxi or bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
not flagged
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mulshi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
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Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
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Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
10 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Take a bus from Swargate (first at 07:45, last return 20:00) or a taxi via the Pune‑Mulshi highway (≈45 min). Walk the final 7 km ascent if you alight at the base.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kolad
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive 30 km (19 mi) south via Mulshi‑Kolad roadDrive 19 mi (30 km) south via Mulshi‑Kolad road
River‑rafting base, popular with adventure tourists.
Tamhini Ghat
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Drive 20 km (12 mi) north‑west on the Mulshi‑Tamhini routeDrive 12 mi (20 km) north‑west on the Mulshi‑Tamhini route
Scenic drive, waterfalls in monsoon.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Lake Side Verandah
Bungalow‑style resort near the lake, good for a night stay.
Camp Temgarh
Off‑beat camp 30 km (19 mi) from Pune, basic facilities.Off‑beat camp 19 mi (30 km) from Pune, basic facilities.
Paradise Cafe Mulshi
Cafe with limited rooms, convenient for day‑trippers.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Camp or basic bungalow2 × 1 night × ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹2,400 |
| Bus round‑trip Pune‑Mulshi2 × ₹250 · check | ₹500 |
| Taxi one‑way Pune‑Mulshi2 × ₹900 · check | ₹1,800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹630 |
| Trip total≈ ₹3,470 per person per day, bed included | ₹6,930≈ US$80 |
Camp Temgarh rates, approximate
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal at Paradise Cafe (veg) | ₹150–250 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Meal at Paradise Cafe (non‑veg chicken) | ₹250–350 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Local bus ticket Pune‑Mulshi | ₹50–80 (≈ under US$1) |
| Taxi (Pune‑Mulshi, 45 km) | ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Village squares can be chaotic with hawkers; watch traffic.
- Last bus returns at 20:00, plan accordingly.Last bus returns at 8:00 PM, plan accordingly.
- Monsoon can cause road closures and landslides.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance
- 112
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Emergency
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Embassy
US consulate in Mumbai; Indian embassy in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Pune → Mulshi, bus: ≈₹60, 45 min (check)
- Pune → Mulshi, taxi: ≈₹1,000, 45 min (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितने का है? — How much is this? (yeh kitne ka hai?)
- बाथरूम कहाँ है? — Where is the bathroom? (bathroom kahan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mulshi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Feb · avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon, landslides) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a guided trek to Dhangad Fort for active travellers.
- Combine with a Pune‑based day‑trip package for transport and meals.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Mulshi
- secondaryWikivoyage: Mulshi, revision 5293586 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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