Things to do in Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Maharashtra
The Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located in Panvel Taluka of Raigad District, outside Mumbai, India near Matheran and Karjat.It is the first bird sanctuary in Maharashtra.
16 places to visit in and around Karnala Bird Sanctuary, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Karnala Fort
Karnala Fort is a hill fort in Raigad district, Maharashtra, India, about 10 km from Panvel city. Currently it is a protected place lying within the Karnala Bird Sanctuary.
Wikipedia - 2Karnala Bird Sanctuary
The Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located in Panvel Taluka of Raigad District, outside Mumbai, India near Matheran and Karjat.It is the first bird sanctuary in Maharashtra.
Wikipedia - 3Prabalgad
Prabalgad is a fort located between Matheran and Panvel and comes under the Raigad District in the state of Maharashtra, India. The Prabalgad Fort stands at an elevation of 2,300 feet in the Western Ghats.
Wikipedia - 4Irshalgad
Irshalgad is a fortress located between Matheran and Panvel in Maharashtra, India. It is a sister fort to Prabalgad.
Wikipedia - 5Manikgad
Manikgad is a mountain fortress and temple in Gherakilla Manikgad, India. Located among rolling hills, the temple is a popular hiking spot.
Wikipedia - 6Kalavantin Durg Wikipedia
- 7Morbe Dam Wikipedia
- 8Elephanta Caves · in Elephanta Island
The Elephanta Caves form a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva; UNESCO has designated them as a World Heritage Site.
Wikipedia - 9Belapur Fort · in Navi Mumbai
Belapur Fort is a fort near the township of Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The fort was built by the Siddhis of Janjira.
Wikipedia - 10Elephanta Island · in Elephanta Island
Elephanta Island, also called Gharapuri or Pory Island, is one of a number of islands in Mumbai Harbour, east of Mumbai, India.
Wikipedia - 11Pandavkada Falls · in Navi Mumbai
Pandavkada Falls is a waterfall located Kharghar, a suburb of Navi Mumbai. The waterfall, about 107 metres high is a type of 'plunge' waterfall in nature pouring in massive amounts of water on the rocky surface underneath.
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- 13Jama Masjid, Nerul · in Navi Mumbai
Jama Masjid, also known as the Nerul Aalami Markaz and as the Masjid-E-Tabligh, is a Sunni Friday mosque, affiliated with the "shura" faction of the Tablighi Jamaat, located in East Nerul, in Navi Mumbai, in the state of Maharashtra, India.
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- 15Central Park, Kharghar · in Navi Mumbai Wikipedia
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Karnala Bird Sanctuary by interest
- Good with kids: Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Central Park, Kharghar
- Temples and places of worship: Jama Masjid, Nerul, Pisharnath Mahadev Mandir
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Karnala Fort, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Manikgad, Elephanta Caves
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Kalavantin Durg, Morbe Dam, Elephanta Caves, Elephanta Island
- Lesser-known places: Dronagiri Fort, Jama Masjid, Nerul, Pisharnath Mahadev Mandir
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Karnala Bird Sanctuary
Best weather: Oct–Feb.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 23°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 26°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 29°C | 6 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 3 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 22 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 29°C | 534 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 27°C | 834 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 26°C | 608 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 26°C | 375 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 105 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 25°C | 18 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 23°C | 6 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Karnala Bird Sanctuary
- Nearest railway station: Rasayani (RSYI), 5 km away.
- Nearest airport: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), 9 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Karnala Bird Sanctuary costs
- Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person
- Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Karnala Bird Sanctuary is not included.
Compare Karnala Bird Sanctuary with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnala Bird Sanctuary | – | Oct–Feb | 16 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Panvel | 8 km | Oct–Feb | 38 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Navi Mumbai | 17 km | Oct–Feb | 39 | ₹8,300–₹16,500 |
| Uran | 16 km | Oct–Feb | 30 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Elephanta Island | 19 km | Oct–Feb | 40 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Karnala Bird Sanctuary; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Karnala Bird Sanctuary?
The best known are Karnala Fort, Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Prabalgad, Irshalgad, Manikgad.
When is the best time to visit Karnala Bird Sanctuary?
Best weather: Oct–Feb.
How do I reach Karnala Bird Sanctuary?
Nearest railway station: Rasayani (RSYI), 5 km away. Nearest airport: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), 9 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Karnala Bird Sanctuary cost?
Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person; Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Karnala Bird Sanctuary is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.