Around Karnala

Matheran is the quietest possible 70 Kms from Karnala, thanks to the ban on all vehichles apart from ambulances in Matheran to help maintain and preserve this eco sensitive zone. Matheran enjoys cool climate through out the year which makes it popular especially during the summers. Commuting on hand pulled rikshaws and ponies in itself is a unique experiance that only Matheran offers!

At a height of 2320 ft Prabalgad is a vast fort near Karnala ideal for a full day trek. A simple trek the route to Prabalgad is via Thakurwadi about 15 kms from Panvel and 35 Kms from Karnala. An hours trek from Thakurwadi takes you to Prbalmachi the base village of Prabalgad. On the south of Prabalgad is Kalavantin durg and the walk to Kalavantin Durg would require ropes to do it safely.

AClearly seen from the 'panorama point' in Matheran Peb fort or Vikatgad is a medium difficulty trek with a patch where your rock climbing skills also would be tested. The peb fort is a trek away from the Neral railway station. Atop the fort is a rock cut cistern and two caves and remains of a few old buildings. There is a small ashram of Swami Samarth, a memorial with holy carvings and a flag post atop the fort.