What To Do In Mapro Gardens In Lonavala

Those who have heard of Mapro Garden in Mahabaleshwar know that it is a strawberry lover's paradise. But did you know that it is also located in Lonavala? Set against a beautiful backdrop of lush green trees and magnificent Sahyadri ranges, Mapro Garden in Lonavala is a must-visit even if you are making a pit stop on your way to Mumbai. It is a popular picnic spot where you can relax at their strawberry farms. However, it is no longer just strawberry farms.

There are many things to do in Mapro Garden in Lonavala. They have an adventure park, factory tour, delicacies, a drive-in shopping facility, and a lot more to offer. So, if you want to spend time with your family and want to be close to nature, this is the place to be. Your pets are allowed and they have wheelchair access too.

It was started in 1959 in the village of Gureghar by pharmacist Kishore Vora. To support local farmers, Vora wanted to make strawberry jam from fresh strawberries. In 1978, he launched a variety of processed foods, including syrups, jellies, chocolates, and crushes. Mapro Gardens emerged in the 1980s and is now a popular tourist attraction. FYI, Mapro is an abbreviation of their establishment called Mahabaleshwar Products. They have over 3 million visitors to their 3 experimental spaces annually, in Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar and Wai.

Mapro Garden is famous for its exquisite strawberry with whipped cream and ice cream which you will get for INR 300. However, don't skip out on their delicious pizzas, sandwiches, soups, thick shakes, mocktails, and desserts. The menu is entirely vegetarian. It is open daily from 9 AM to 11 PM, but there is limited seating, so it’s recommended that you head early to grab a seat. The service is quick and the waiters are friendly too. Mapro Garden in Lonavala also offers a variety of organic jams and juices at their shopping mall, so be sure not to miss them.

How To Reach: Mapro Garden in Lonavala is located on the Old Mumbai-Pune Highway. The entire area is well-connected with buses and cabs when it comes to commuting. The nearest railway station is Lonavala. You can take Deccan Express, Pragati Express, Deccan Queen or Intercity Express. It will take around an hour to reach the station. There are also Pune- Lonavala local trains every hour. From the station, Mapro Garden is 2.6 KM away. The place is closely connected to many lodging hotels. 

Must-Haves: Strawberry with cream and ice cream, Italian Delight pizza, Margarita pizza and Hot chocolate milk

Timings: 8 AM to 10 PM 

Entry & Parking Fee: Free

Google Ratings: 4.2/5 

Contact: +919881765268

Social Handle: @maprogarden

Mapro Garden organises the strawberry festival every year, which takes place around March or April. It is a significant event that attracts tourists from across the globe. It is free to enter and features cultural activities. If you love strawberries and festivity, this is the perfect time to be here.