Monsoon Trek to Garbett Plateau

Garbett Trek Cost:

  • Travel from Mumbai: ₹1399/- per person
  • Travel from Bhivpuri Stn.: ₹899/- per person

Garbett Plateau is one of the most beautiful trek in Matheran. It offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire Matheran range, the beauty of which gets doubled in the monsoon. This lovely spot was discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the collector of Thane district. Garbett point is located on South-west side of Matheran with a grand view of the plateau.

Height: 2625 ft
Difficulty: Moderate

Major Attractions:

  • Traverse a lake
  • Hike on a plateau
  • Mesmerizing landscapes

Group discounts also available

Sondai Monsoon Trek

Sondai Trek Cost:

  • Travel From Karjat: ₹999/- per person
  • Own Vehicle: ₹799/- per person

Sondai is one of the lesser know forts around Mumbai. It was used as a watch tower and stands 6kms west of Karjat overlooking the Karjat-Chowk highway and offers a beautiful view of Morbe Dam, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Rajmachi, Songiri forts and Matheran mountain range.

The name of the fort is derived from the temple of the Goddess Sondai at the top the mountain. There are 2 water cisterns at the base of the pinnacle and steps are carved out of rocks to go on the topmost point where an idol of Sondai Devi stands.

It is an easy 1-1.5 hrs hike from the base village and ideal for beginners or those who are trekking after a long time

Height: 1200 ft
Difficulty: Easy

Major Attractions 

  • Captivating views of Morbe Dam and Matheran Range
  • Sondai Devi Temple on Top
  • Ladders to reach the peak
  • Water Cisterns at the fort
  • Twin Waterfalls nearby(Seasonal)