One-day trip near Mumbai

Taking time off for a long vacation can be hard but one can always take out a day for a one-day trip near Mumbai. You will be surprised at how effective a single day of rest amidst nature can be. When you return to Mumbai, you will be full of energy, feeling better and looking refreshed. Over time, these mini-vacations can add up and make a significant difference to your health and wellbeing.

If you live in Mumbai, there are several places nearby that are easy to drive to and yet provide a welcome change from the cityscape. There is a green belt to the south of Mumbai that offers ample opportunity for a quick getaway amidst an environment that has a rich ecosystem of plants, animals and birds. This is where the Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located.

The Karnala Bird Sanctuary in Panvel is not just a birder’s paradise but is also an oasis of greenery that is perfect for a one-day escape from the busy metropolis. Here, one can take quiet walks, enjoy lakes, forests, ancient temples and also spot some spectacularly beautiful varieties of rare birds. Getting here is very easy as it located near the main Mumbai – Goa Highway and there are some good resorts in the area where you can stay for the night.

When to go

The Karnala Bird sanctuary is open throughout the year and depending on the time you go, you can see different species of birds and flowers. Generally, the rainy season should be avoided as the rains can lead to a lot of slush and mud, making it difficult to walk around. One should also avoid very hot days as this also makes it difficult to roam about outdoors. Other than these two extremes, you can come to the sanctuary at any time and are guaranteed a rewarding time.

Tourist places can, however get crowded on the weekends. If you are looking for peace and quiet, it may be advisable to go during a weekday if possible. This will ensure that you will get a room at a resort easily and also ensure that you are not bothered by tourists during your stay and your time at the Bird sanctuary.

What to do

The most important thing to do on your one-day vacay is to rest up and take it easy. Avoid trying to do too many things or engaging in strenuous exercise. You should check into your resort, eat a hearty lunch and then step out to see the Karnala Bird Sanctuary in the evening. If you are too tired from the trip, you can stay in and visit the sanctuary the next morning. Instead, you go in for a massage, salon service, swim or other resort activity before turning in.

For an effective one-day escape, you should pick a resort that has some interesting in-house activities, great food and a good location amidst nature. The resort should also offer easy and convenient check in and checkout so that you don’t waste precious time and energy on the formalities. Lets take a look at one resort that fits all these criteria.

Where to stay

If you are looking for a good resort and an interesting travel experience, try the Visava Amusement Park and Resort. This is a unique resort in Panvel that has an impressive water park on its premises. The water park has multiple swimming pools, water slides, a rain dance area, rolling lawns, buffet lunch and other fun activities that are prefect for a one-day reprieve.

The best part about the Visava Resort is that is also offers immaculate guest rooms for overnight stays. While some people prefer to visit Visava just for the day and buy a day pass to the water park, others prefer to stay here for a few days to fully enjoy the activities and nearby attractions. The rooms here are simple but comfortable and well built with ready access to the common areas.

Visava is ideally located in Panvel so that guests can reach easily and also allows them to travel to other interesting tourist attractions nearby. However it also provides a fun resort activity that is only a few meters away from your room at all times. Regardless of if you come here by yourself, with a partner or in a group, a day at Visava is the right prescription for overwork, boredom and malaise.