With a village-like setting, authentic Indian cuisine, and folk entertainment — Monteria Village makes you experience a very different life from the city. This gorgeous countryside is situated in the Khalapur town of the Raigad district and covers an area of 36 acres. From the beautiful paintings on the walls to the activities offered here, everything is soaked in tradition.
You will find this place adorned with lush greenery as far as your eyes can see. This is made possible by a strategic blend of ancient and modern agricultural techniques. Here, you are welcome to equip yourself with their agro practices and even to pluck your own food. You can even savour the taste of village snacks at every corner. Ice gola, imli, and peppermint are sure to hit your core with nostalgia for your childhood days.
No matter what your age is, Monteria Village has activities for all. Let that adrenaline rush flow as you hop on to traditional games, swings, or a ride on kathiyawadi chhakdo. As evening sets in, this place starts to liven up with gorgeous lights and folk music. You can dance to the tunes of ‘The Kabila’ music, socialise, or simply enjoy a theatre performance around a bonfire, all while gazing at a beautiful starry sky.
Cost for day picnic (entry+meals): INR 1300 for kids & INR 1600 for adults
Timings for day picnic: 9 AM to 6 PM
P.S. If you want to stay here for the night, either check out the Monteria village resort or go for their traditional options like a village cottage, hut, kutchi bhunga, or a wooden chalet. Just book here.
How To Reach: A pleasant drive of one hour and fifteen minutes, the best way to reach Monteria village from Mumbai is by car. As there is plenty of parking space available, you need not worry about your vehicle’s safety. If a private car is not an option, book an early morning bus or train to make the most of your day.
Things To Do: You might get tired but the list of things that you can explore at the Monteria village will not end. Embrace your roots by trying costume photo studio, khaat weaving, pottery, bamboo basket weaving, giant swing, and more. Also, do not forget to take a stroll to the cave tunnel and bamboo oxy-park, and visit the replica of the Lakshman Jhula.
Food At Monteria Village: From Italian to Chinese, you will find all the types of cuisines here. However, visiting an Indian village and trying foreign food seems odd. Instead, we recommend you relish the authentic flavours of their delicious North Indian thali. After your meal, go for their kadak chai and feel the exhaustion leaving your body.
