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Karjat
Day‑trip to Karjat is doable in 6–8 h total (train from Mumbai ≈ 2 h, explore waterfalls and town, return same day).
Karjat, 90 km southeast of Mumbai, is a small town on the Ulhas River. Its main draw are monsoon waterfalls; a single day is enough for the train ride, a short hike and a quick look at local crafts.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Jun–Sep (monsoon, waterfalls at peak)
- avoid Apr–May (heat, few waterfalls)
- Airport
- BOM
- Nights
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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 Karjat100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Karjat, 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 day visitors; stay on marked paths near waterfalls and keep an eye on personal items.
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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 numbers100 police · 101 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (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.
- AirportBOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (≈ 90 km (56 mi), 2 h by train).BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (≈ 56 mi (90 km), 2 h by train).
- Getting aroundEight‑seat auto‑rickshaws (Tam‑Tam) are common; walking is best for short trips to waterfalls and market.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealTea (chai) at a stall₹20–₹35 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room, a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room, a night, per room₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · High ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
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
- BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (≈ 90 km (56 mi), 2 h by train)BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (≈ 56 mi (90 km), 2 h by train)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
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May
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
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Sep
Best
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Oct
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Dec
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29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Apr–May. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jun (12 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Karjat: 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
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20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Oct
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Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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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
Eight‑seat auto‑rickshaws (Tam‑Tam) are common; walking is best for short trips to waterfalls and market.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Matheran
goDoor to door: ≈ 3 h round‑trip
Train Mumbai → Karjat (≈ 2 h), then local train Karjat → Matheran (≈ 30 min)
Hill station with no vehicles; combine with Karjat visit if time permits.
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.
Karjat town centre
Budget guesthouses and small hotels; convenient for train arrivals.
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
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room1 × 3 nights × ₹1,800 | ₹5,400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × ₹1,200 | ₹7,200 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,100 per person per day, bed included | ₹12,600≈ US$150 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Tea (chai) at a stall | ₹20–₹35 (≈ under US$1) |
| Snacks (samosa, vada) | ₹30–₹80 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (per km)check | ₹15–₹25 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Waterfalls become slippery in rain; watch your step.
- Discarded glass bottles are sometimes found near falls – keep clear of water.
- Evening crowds can be noisy; keep valuables secure.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 101
- General emergency
- 112
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Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- General emergency112
Embassy
US consulate in Mumbai; Indian visa required (e‑visa).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mumbai CSMT → Karjat train: about ₹150 (≈ US$2) second class, 2 h (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw 5 km: ≈ ₹120 (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the bathroom? (shauchalay 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 Karjat. 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: Jun–Sep (monsoon, waterfalls at peak) · avoid Apr–May (heat, few waterfalls) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Karjat for relaxed waterfall hikes.
- Combine with a visit to Matheran for a varied day‑trip.
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