Best Places To Visit In India During Monsoon Season

Every drop of rain promises renewal and joy on Earth. The dewy raindrops on leaves, the light breezy air, and the clouds hovering up the sky bring nature’s enchanting beauty in its finest form. Are you overjoyed to explore the best places to visit in India during the monsoon season? Well, this travel blog is for all those monsoon lovers who would like to add a bit of wanderlust to their lives with every raindrop falling on the Earth’s horizon. This monsoon season, travel to the scenic spots of India and get drenched in the monsoon showers amidst the breathtaking vistas. Read on to learn about the best places to visit during the monsoon season.

1. Goa

If you like walking by the seashore, then a coastal escapade awaits you in Goa. Known for its exotic beaches, Portuguese culture, Goan cuisine, and adventure water sports, Goa is every traveler’s dream come true. Travel to Baga Beach, Dudhsagar Falls, and Palolem Beach, during the monsoon season by booking a Goa tour package and soak in the monsoon showers alongside the shoreline bliss.

Things to Do

• Visit the exotic beaches and waterfalls of Goa.
• Taste the Goan cuisine and Portuguese street food.
• Take up adventure watersports like snorkeling, and scuba diving.
• Visit the popular Goan temples and regal churches in Goa.

2. Coorg, Karnataka

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Coorg is India’s one of the most traveled hill stations. It is a quaint little town surrounded by lush green meadows, tea, and coffee plantations, majestic hills, and cascading waterfalls. One of the highlights of the Coorg tour package is that it can be best experienced during the rainfall in the town. A scenic backdrop and stunning vistas from above the hills make Coorg one of the most romantic places in India. And, it’s unbelievable that this town completely immerses itself in the beauty of rainfalls during the monsoon season, making the place almost dreamy.

Things to Do

• Visit the beautiful Abbey Falls and Iruppu Falls
• Take a walk through the tea and coffee plantations
• Explore the hilltop retreat Raja’s Seat
• Enjoy a heritage walk to Madikeri fort

3. Lonavala, Maharashtra

Be it waterfalls, hiking trails, majestic forts, or pristine blue lakes, Lonavala is blessed with an unparalleled beauty offering every wanderer a retreat from the chaos of the city life. One of the popular tourist sites near Pune, Lonavala offers stunning panoramic views and almost a surreal appeal during the monsoon showers in the city.

Things to Do

• Visit forts and monuments
• Walk alongside the Lonavala Lake
• Go on trekking at Rajmachi Fort and Lonavala-Bhimashankar trek
• Savor the delicious Maharashtrian cuisine

4. Darjeeling, West Bengal

If you’re a mountain buff and want to traverse the hilly terrains, wandering into the most scenic paths, then a trip to Darjeeling should be on top of your travel bucket list. Perfect for solo backpackers and couples alike, Darjeeling is no less than a heavenly retreat, offering serendipity amidst its natural beauty. Whether you are going on a solo trip or a family vacation, book the Darjeeling tour package to make the most of your travel adventure.

Things to Do

• Experience the beauty of sunrise at Tiger Hill
• Explore the tea plantations
• Go on for the Sandakphu Peak trek
• Capture the breathtaking vistas from above the hills

5. Shillong, Meghalaya

Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, is a picturesque hill station surrounded by Khasi Hills. Famous for lush green meadows, scenic routes, gushing waterfalls, and enchanting views from the top of the hills, a trip to Shillong is the perfect remedy for the soul. Perhaps, a wanderer’s travelog remains incomplete without a Shillong city tour. Book a Meghalaya tour package to experience the journey to this scenic wonder.

Things to Do

• Visit the manicured gardens
• Explore the cascading Elephant waterfalls
• Go for trekking at David Scott Trails
• Travel to Mawsynram and follow the dreamy paths

6. Munnar, Kerala

A treasure trove of the state of Kerala, Munnar is popularly known for its huge tea estates, green meadows, sprawling green valleys, scenic byways, and majestic hills. With cottony clouds echoing the tales of wanderers, every path of Munnar is filled with heavenly beauty that amaze travelers on their journey. Munnar is one of the best hill stations that you can explore with a Kerala tour package.

Things to Do

• Visit the Lakkam Waterfalls
• Go for hiking at Anamudi Peak
• Walk through the verdant green valleys
• Relish the lip-smacking South Indian cuisine

7. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

Blessed with lush green valleys, serene lakes, waterfalls, meadows, and forests, Kodaikanal is another one of the most popular hill stations in India. If you’re seeking to experience nature’s pure bliss amidst the light showers of the monsoon, then fly off to Kodaikanal, where time stands still. Opt for the guided Tamil Nadu tour package to experience the beautiful valleys of Kodaikanal.

Things to do

• Visit the Coaker’s Walk bridge
• Take a stroll through the pine forests
• Venture to the scenic waterfalls
• Go on a night safari

Living such dreamy days and experiencing the best of monsoon is possible by booking perfect guided tours via My Flight Trip, a top travel agency in India. At My Flight Trip, we believe in crafting travel experiences that make globetrotters fall in love with exploration in every step they take. Drench yourself in the beauty of rain and make the most of your rainy getaway!