How do you commute in Matheran?

The closest railhead to Matheran is in Neral (21 kilometres). You can get on the Deccan Express from Mumbai or the Sahyadri Express from Pune; both ply every day. From Neral you will have to go to Matheran by road, which is a 30-minute journey. Many local trains on the Mumbai-Karjat route also stop at Neral.

Is everything open in Matheran?

After being closed to over a year, the picturesque town of Matheran is now calling tourists. Most of the shopkeepers and hotel owners are dependent upon tourism for their livelihood have heaved a sigh of relief.

Is Toy Train working in Matheran?

Tourism in Matheran is all set to be revived. Central Railway (CR) has decided to increase toy train services to eight services a day starting July 7. The services will start from 9.30am from Matheran and 9.55am from Aman Lodge on weekdays and from 8.15am and 8.40am, respectively, on weekends.

How do I plan a trip to Matheran?

DAY 1 : PANORAMA POINT – CHARLOTTE LAKE – PORCUPINE POINT

1. 1 Charlotte Lake. Lake & Backwaters. Duration of visit: 30 Mins.
2. 2 King George Point. Nature & Scenic.
3. 3 Echo Point. Nature & Scenic.
4. 4 Louisa Point. Adventure / Trekking | Nature & Scenic.
5. 5 Porcupine Point / Sunset Point. Adventure / Trekking | Nature & Scenic.

Where can I park my car in Matheran?

There is a parking place at Dasturi Naka which is the last point where cars are allowed.

Is entry allowed in Matheran?

NAVI MUMBAI: Several tourists were sent back from the Matheran hill station on Sunday. The authorities have said that illegal entry to the hill station will attract fine by police. Monsoon revellers arrived at the Neral-Matheran road. Some of them spent time at the roadside waterfalls clogging the traffic.

Is alcohol allowed in Matheran?

liquor is allowed, but you have to get it from outside. there isn’t bar in the hotel. it’s better to buy from Mumbai. There aren’t many good liquor shops in matheran, so it would be better if you can get it from mumbai.