Bhushi Dam and Tiger Point sit on almost every Lonavala visitor’s list, and for good reason. One gives you water, steps and snack stalls in the rains; the other gives you a wide valley view that fills your camera roll in minutes. The catch is that both spots get crowded, parking is limited, and figuring out the order of your stops on the spot wastes the best hours of the day. A pre-booked cab turns this circuit into a smooth half-day plan instead of a negotiation at every corner.
This post does not list prices. Cab rates depend on the route, the vehicle and the season, so please confirm the current fare with the team while booking.
Why these two spots belong in one trip
Bhushi Dam and Tiger Point lie on the same side of Lonavala town, on the road that continues toward Lion’s Point. Visiting them together saves you from crossing town twice. Most travellers start with Bhushi Dam in the morning, when the crowd is thinner, and move to Tiger Point by late morning or early afternoon. Your cab waits at each stop, so you never hunt for parking or a return ride.
What to expect at Bhushi Dam
Bhushi Dam is a masonry dam on the Indrayani river, and in the monsoon months the overflow spills down a series of rocky steps. Visitors sit on the steps while water flows around them. A few practical points:
- The steps get slippery. Wear footwear with a grip, and keep children within arm’s reach.
- The area around the dam has small stalls selling tea, corn and snacks. Carry some cash.
- Weekends and public holidays draw heavy crowds. A weekday morning visit feels like a different place.
- Local authorities sometimes restrict entry to the water steps when flow is strong. Follow the signs and the guards on duty.
What to expect at Tiger Point
Tiger Point (also called Tiger’s Leap) is a clifftop viewpoint with a sudden drop into the valley below. On a clear day you can see the ridge lines of the Sahyadris fading into the distance. There is a small platform area and stalls selling tea and maggi. Mornings after the monsoon often bring low clouds that roll over the cliff edge, which many visitors count as the best part of the trip. Hold on to loose items, because the wind at the edge can be strong.
A simple cab-based plan for the circuit
A comfortable half-day plan looks like this:
- Get picked up from your hotel, the station or the highway exit in the morning.
- Stop at Bhushi Dam first and spend an hour or two on the steps and around the stalls.
- Continue up the road to Tiger Point for the views and a tea break.
- Add Lion’s Point next door if the group still has energy, then head back for lunch in the market.
The same cab stays with you through the circuit, which matters more than it sounds. Finding a ride back from Tiger Point on a busy weekend can take a while, and mobile network coverage on the ghat patches can be patchy.
What to tell the cab operator while booking
Share these details so the quote and the vehicle match your plan:
- Your pickup point and rough start time.
- The stops you want, in order if you have a preference.
- The group size and luggage, if any.
- Whether you want the cab to wait at each stop or drop and return.
Small tips that make the day better
- Carry a light rain layer in the monsoon and a cap in the summer months.
- Keep a small bag for wet clothes after Bhushi Dam.
- Start early. The whole circuit feels calmer before noon.
Book your Lonavala sightseeing cab
Lonavala Sightseeing Cab runs local sightseeing circuits, station pickups and outstation trips across Lonavala and Khandala. Tell us your stops, your group size and your preferred time, and we will plan the circuit around you. Booking in advance means your cab is waiting when you are ready, not the other way around.