Monsoon, if nothing, is one of the best excuses to travel. This weather will tempt you to head out for a quick monsoon getaway. Go to a hill station near you or a destination that is known for their absolute monsoon views. Rainy season has a magical spell that changes the country to a natural wonderland. From lush greenery to overflowing sparkling river, travelling during the monsoon is something everyone should try. Here are five best places to visit in monsoon in India.

Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra

Nestled between the Ghats of Mumbai and Pune is Mahabaleshwar. It is one of the most popular destinations to explore in this state. Surrounded by greenery and natural beauty, Mahabaleshwar is a sight to behold as the rain gods bless us. While you’re here exploring the mystic beauty of this place, do not forget to check out the jam gardens, an experience that is sure to elevate the purpose of your travel. From Pratapgad, Lingamala Falls to the Elephant’s Head, Mahabaleshwar is waiting to be added to your bucket list of places to visit in monsoon.

Munnar, Kerala

Munnar is known for its heavenly beauty. Your monsoon holiday is surely incomplete without stepping into the foothills of Kerala’s best. South India looks like a celestial painting when the state witnesses monsoons and taking a trip to Munnar has to be the best decision one can make. From its misty peaks to serpentine tea gardens, Munnar has loads to offer its tourists. Travelling to Munnar in the monsoons is also considered an off peak period as one can witness less crowds.

Shillong, Meghalaya

Everyone seems to underestimate the north-east, while all it serves are great experiences and spectacular views. Shillong can be the next destination to add in your monsoon holiday destination checklist. Known as the ‘Scotland of the East’, the city is actually considered as one of the top destinations to visit during this season. Cozy accommodations, and waterfalls like the Elephant Falls and the Spread Eagle Falls, dearly await their tourists especially around this time. Nothing that you would want to expect from Shillong in the monsoons will be compromised. From breath-taking sceneries to absolute peaceful atmospheres, this place is filled with its own colours and characters.

Jog Falls, Karnataka

If you’re an adventure, adrenaline and a nature junkie, Karnataka’s Jog Falls is the place for you. Nothing feels more artistic and surreal than the experiences one can have from visiting these falls. Greenery at its best, this destination is full of nature’s best that is all around. Jog Falls also serve you experiences from Dabbe Falls, Tunga Anicut Dam, Tiger Reserve, Sharavati River and other places. It is the most popular tourist locales around this location. A dip in these falls is one of the most cinematic ways to ring in your favourite season. The Jog Falls is approximately 430 km away from the capital city of Karnataka, Bangalore and is a 6-hour drive. 

Darjeeling, West Bengal

The toy train and beautiful tea plantations that’s all that comes to mind when one says Darjeeling. No matter how popular it is or how many times you visit, its old world charm always attracts tourists back from across the globe like a magnet. The Queen of Hills is one of the best places to visit for your monsoon tour with an added benefit of it being located right on the foothills of the Himalayas. Come heavy showers and the views from your hotel room look nothing less than heavenly. Darjeeling in the monsoon is as surreal as it gets. A direct flight from any major city is how you can get to Kolkata and drive down. Another option, take a train to New Jalpaiguri, the nearest rail station that connects major Indian cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati, Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar and Cochin.


We all know how alluring holidaying in the monsoon season can be and these destinations have some of the best experiences one could witness. If you’re looking to plan a trip in India, get in touch with our experts for everything travel. From amazing flight deals, attractive holiday packages to other services like hotels, train and bus bookings, Riya Travel is bound to promise you with the best.