Planning an adventurous road trip, this monsoon? Read on to discover some of the prettiest routes for road trips in India!
Monsoon brings different hues to the Indian landscape and relieve the heat of summers. The fresh showers and lush greenery are a welcome sight with mountains and valleys transformed into picturesque paradise. It is an excellent opportunity for a road trip with friends and family or even solo. However, one needs to be cautious because you never know when light drizzle will turn into a cloud burst so stay prepared, plan ahead and always check the weather report. Here are some the most scenic monsoon road trips in India ideal for your next adventure.
An iconic route with breathtaking sights of forest, hills and sea, Mumbai to Goa offers one of the smoothest rides in India and the rains further adds to the journey. With misty weather and greenery all around, you’ll be amazed by the natural surroundings. Take pit stops and enjoy Konkan food on your way to Goa.
Total Distance: 577 km
Time Required: About 15 hours
One of the most popular and the only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu makes for one of the best road trips in India especially in monsoon and the best route is from Udaipur. Experience the beauty of Aravalli hills on this 161 km long drive that takes you through lovely hilly vistas which grow even prettier during monsoon.
Total Distance: 161 km
Time Required: About 4 hours
Rain hit differently in Western Ghats with continuous drizzle and lush greenery all around. If you love long stretches of coffee plantations, you’re in for a treat because that’s what you’ll find on this long drive. The destination is equally pretty with dense forests, mesmerizing waterfalls and rich flora and fauna. In fact, Coorg is often called the ‘Scotland of India’ because of its natural beauty and lush surroundings.
Total Distance: 268 km
Time Required: About 5 hours
Northern hills tend to get a lot of landslides in monsoon so it’s better to avoid high altitude region but that’s not the case with Kasauli. Delhi to Kasauli is a safe yet scenic route which gets even lovelier in monsoon. It is a popular weekend getaway from Delhi and Chandigarh, and monsoon is the ideal time to enjoy the valley and snow-capped mountains.
Total Distance: 287 km
Time Required: About 7 hours
With mist-covered roads and rich flora to soothe your senses, Bengaluru to the hills station of Ooty is your ideal road trip. Brace yourself for wild encounters as the route goes through Bandipur Reserve Forest where you can make a pit stop to experience the wildlife. Discover nature at its best with misty weather, light drizzle and good roads leading to serene views.
Total Distance: 290 km
Time Required: About 6 to 7 hours
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