Igatpuri

Igatpuri is a town and hill station in Nashik district in the state of Maharashtra.

Understand
The town is surrounded by the highest hills and forests in Sahyadri range of Western Ghats. It is about above sea level. Most of these hills have forts constructed in Satvahan dynasty period. It is a paradise for hikers and trekkers.

Climate
The weather is extremely hot in summer months of March-May. During monsoon, the town sees heavy rainfall and cloudy weather in July-November. It is the best season to visit to experience natural beauty and waterfalls. In December-February, the winter is cool and perfect for hiking and trekking.

By road
The town is on Nashik - Mumbai Highway. It is located about from Kasara,  from Nashik and  from Mumbai.

By plane
The nearest airports are in Mumbai and Nashik.

Get around
Private vehicles are the only way to get around the town and the attractions surrounding the town.

See

 * Kulang gadh
 * Bitangad Trek
 * Sandhan Valley
 * Vaitarna Dam
 * Amruteshwar Temple
 * Darna Dam
 * Talegaon Lake



Do
Trekking, hiking, birdwatching are chief reason tourists come here.

Sleep
There are multiple resorts available for a weekend get-away.

Go next

 * Nashik
 * Lonavala
 * Khandala
 * Mumbai
 * Shirdi
 * Panvel
 * Bhimshankar