Major city · India
Kamshet
Spend 1–2 days for paragliding and lakeside relaxation; reachable as a day‑trip from Mumbai or Pune.
Kamshet is a small village on the Mumbai‑Pune highway, known for paragliding schools and a scenic lake. It is best visited for a short stay of one to two days, either as a base for flying or as a peaceful stop on a road trip between Mumbai and Pune.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Jun (paragliding season)
- avoid Jul–Sep (monsoon rains)
- Airports
- PNQ · BOM
- Nights
- 1–2
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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 Kamshet112 ▾
- Police112
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 Kamshet, 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 for tourists; watch for sudden rain during monsoon and keep valuables secure in transport.
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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 (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 60 km (37 mi) north, 1½ h by road).PNQ Pune International Airport (About 37 mi (60 km) north, 1½ h by road).
- Getting aroundAuto‑rickshaws and shared taxis run along the highway; bike rentals are common for short trips around the lake.
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 60 km (37 mi) north, 1½ h by road) · BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (About 110 km (68 mi) south, 2 h by road)PNQ Pune International Airport (About 37 mi (60 km) north, 1½ h by road) · BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (About 68 mi (110 km) south, 2 h by road)
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
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Best
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Apr
Best
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Best
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Oct–Jun. Avoid: Jul–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jul (20 rain days), driest Jan (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kamshet: 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)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
0 rd
Mar
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
1 rd
Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
1 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
20 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
18 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
1 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
Auto‑rickshaws and shared taxis run along the highway; bike rentals are common for short trips around the lake.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lonavala
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Local bus or shared taxi, about 30 min
Waterfalls and chikki shops; good for a half‑day.
Pune city centre
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
Bus or private taxi, about 1 h 15 min
Traffic can add 30 min; plan early if returning same day.
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.
Native Place
Guesthouse overlooking Vadivali Lake; simple rooms, good for paragliders.
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
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,000–₹3,500 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Native Place room1 × 1 night × ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| Nirvana Paragliding 3‑hour intro flight1 × ₹4,500 · check | ₹4,500 |
| Bike rental (full day)1 × ₹300 · check | ₹300 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹1,080 |
| Trip total≈ ₹11,880 per person per day, bed included | ₹11,880≈ US$140 |
Includes basic breakfast.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal at a local dhaba | ₹150–₹300 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Bottle of water (500 ml) | ₹20–₹30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (2 km) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Paragliding flights depend on weather; check forecasts before booking.
- Road traffic can be heavy on weekends, especially near Lonavala.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
Embassy
Nearest Indian consular services are in Pune; US consulate in Mumbai (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mumbai → Kamshet (bus): ≈ ₹300–₹400, 2 h (check schedule)
- Pune → Kamshet (taxi): ≈ ₹1,200–₹1,500, 1½ h (check availability)
Say or show
- कितनी कीमत है? — How much does it cost? (kitnī kīmat hai?)
- एक रात के लिए कमरा चाहिए — I would like a room for one night (ek raat ke liye kamra chahiye)
- झील कहाँ है? — Where is the lake? (jheel 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 Kamshet. 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–Jun (paragliding season) · avoid Jul–Sep (monsoon rains) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a paragliding package (flight + training) to the stay.
- Combine with a night in Pune for city sightseeing.
Sources
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