Mulsi dam situated in village Mulshi on the river Mula is a quick getaway from Pune. It is a major hydro-electric dam & because of its scenic surroundings has turned into a major tourist attraction.The Mulshi Lake is a pristine clear lake formed within the catchment areas of the dam & has the perfect backdrop of the Sahayadri Mountains to further enhance its beauty! Covered in lush green vegetation, the lake is an ideal spot for weekend getaway & day picnics. Because of its hilly terrain, Mulshi is blessed with many tiny creeks & waterfalls which provide a picture perfect view of the surroundings in Monsoons. Mulshi is the ideal location to pack a picnic basket of some hot tea & bhajiyas & enjoy on the lush green carpet spread out by nature.

Blessed with good rains, the weather here is pleasant throughout the year & Mulshi is the outing of choice even during summers. Many college crowds on their bikes & family’s will be seen lounging here over weekends & holidays!

Some of the top things to be done around Mulshi are:

1. Tamhini Ghat:

This strip of narrow curvy mountain roads is blessed with the most picturesque views & hundreds of waterfalls. It is the ideal stop over when heading towards Mulshi from Paud village or Chandani Chowk in Pune.

2. Kolad:

Kolad is the major adventure sports hub in Maharashtra, based on the banks of river Kundalika. Here you can indulge in water sports like White river rafting, kayaking & more.

3. Lavasa:

Only 30 km from Mulshi is a private hill station township spanning over almost 25,000 acres. Tucked into the hilly ranges of Sahayadris Lavasa is a unique experience in itself. It is the largest urban infrastructure project in India complete with its own private lake & 7 hill ranges on the property!

4. Agrotourism in Mulshi:

Away from the hustle bustle of city life, nestled in the lap of Sahyadris, recently agrotourism in Mulshi has flourished & is the choice of preference for most tourists who plan to spend a day or two here. Tourists can enjoy the rustic village like lifestyle while soaking in the natures galore that Mulshi offers.

5. Temghar :

Temghar a small dam further near Lavasa & Panshet dam is still a rare destination for tourists. A scenic verdant place, the dam is slowly but surely becoming a spot of attraction for the tourists!
Whether it is a day trip or a quick bike ride or a weekend stay, Mulshi has something on offer for everyone. As it is rightly said, not all those who wander are lost!

How to Reach Mulashi:

Puneities can reach Mulshi from Paud,  via Tamhini Ghat. Those travelling from Mumbai can reach via Talegaon on Pune bypass from the Highway. Mulshi is around 30 km from Pune & only takes about an hour to reach.

Best Places to Stay Near Mulashi :

Many agritourism centres like the Mulshi Agro tourism, Gharkul Agritourism, Megh Malhar Agrotourism & more have come up in the place. You can also find decent hotels, resorts & farmstays around Tamhini. However, Mulshi can be best explored while enjoying the hospitality of an agritourism center. The local food provided by these agritourism centers is not only yummy but the ingredients are freshly sourced from villages around Mulshi. You can experience the taste of open fire cooking & get to witness the day to day activities of the locals.

Best Time to Visit Mulashi Dam:

Mulshi is blessed with salubrious weather all year round & is pleasant to visit any time of the year. Monsoons are a special treat with the lush green surrounding & mild to moderate rains.