15 Best Places to Visit in Lonavala & Khandala (Tourist Places Guide)

Lonavala and Khandala pack a lot into a small area: viewpoints, ancient caves, forts, lakes and waterfalls. This guide groups the best sights by area so you can plan efficient days.

• Tiger's Point (Lion's Point): wide valley views and misty mornings.
• Rajmachi Point: an easy roadside viewpoint near Khandala.
• Duke's Nose: a distinctive cliff popular with trekkers.

• Bhushi Dam: the classic monsoon stop.
• Lonavala Lake: a quiet walk close to town.
• Khandala Lake: a calm spot away from the busiest points.
• Tungarli Dam and Lake: scenic and quieter.
• Kune Falls: a tiered waterfall, best in the rains.
• Valvan Dam: a peaceful dam among the hills.

• Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves: ancient rock-cut Buddhist caves.
• Lohagad Fort: a hill fort with gateways and valley views.
• Tikona Fort: a pyramid-shaped fort near Pawna Lake.

• Pawna Dam and Lake: camping, cottages and sunset views.

• Day 1 (town and viewpoints): Tiger's Point, Lonavala Lake, Rajmachi Point and Khandala Lake.
• Day 2 (heritage): Karla Caves, Bhaja Caves and Lohagad Fort, then a lake sunset at Pawna if time allows.

• Check opening hours and entry rules locally. They can change.
• Start early to beat traffic and crowds.
• Combine places that are close together instead of crossing the region multiple times.

Stay in Lonavala for the widest choice, Khandala for viewpoints, or Malavli for the caves and forts. Compare family villas and luxury villas, and contact owners directly.