Pawna Lake Camping | Reserve at Rs 400

Information on Pawna Lake Camping Near Lonavala

Pawna Lake in Maharashtra is one of the best lakeside camping spots near Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai and Pune. Our campsite at Thakursai, near Lonavala, pitches tents right at the water's edge, so you fall asleep to the sound of the lake and wake up to views of the Sahyadri hills. Overnight camping at Pawna is the easiest weekend escape from the city, whether you are coming with friends, family, a college group or a corporate team.

What sets Pawna apart from an ordinary tent stay is the setting. In the early monsoon, the shoreline lights up with fireflies, making a firefly camping night at Pawna one of the most magical experiences near Mumbai. On clear nights, the open lakefront is perfect for stargazing far from city lights. And for the active crowd, the area links to trekking routes up Lohagad, Visapur, Tikona and Tung forts, with kayaking on the lake on calm days. Few campsites at Pawna bring all of this together in a single stay.

You can reserve your spot with just Rs 400 per person and pay the balance at the campsite, so booking is easy and low-commitment.

Pawna Lake Campsite Details

Home-style buffet, veg and non-veg

Bonfire every night, with live music on Saturdays

Lakeside selfie and photography points

Firefly viewing in early monsoon

Stargazing on clear nights

Couple-friendly and family-friendly

Indoor and outdoor games: volleyball, badminton, carrom, cricket, archery and cards

Located at Thakursai, about 34 km from Lonavala station (around 50 minutes)

During rain, tents are pitched under sheds

Optional transport from Lonavala station at 2 PM (minimum 3 participants)

Pawna Lake Camping Cost

Reaching directly at the campsite, without transport:

Adult (above 10 years): Rs 1099 per person

Child (5 to 10 years): Rs 799 per person

Minimum two people per booking

Reserve with Rs 400 per person ; balance paid at the campsite

Optional Lonavala-to-Lonavala pickup and drop available — contact us for a quote

The price is all-inclusive: lakeside tent, evening tea and snacks, barbecue, unlimited dinner, bonfire, music and breakfast. Group and corporate discounts are available, so the larger your group, the better the rate.

Pawna Lake Camping Itinerary

Camping at Pawna runs in daily batches, every day of the week and all year round. Book a Saturday night for the full live-music experience, or a quiet weekday for a calmer escape. For weekday or custom dates, call or WhatsApp 8828004949.

Day One

04:00 PM — Check-in, welcome tea and snacks

05:00 PM — Lakeside games and activities

06:00 PM — Sunset over Pawna Dam

07:30 PM — Barbecue starters (veg and non-veg, limited)

08:00 PM — Live music and speaker music

09:30 PM — Unlimited dinner (veg and non-veg)

11:00 PM — Night fire camping with live music (Saturdays)

12:00 AM to 06:30 AM — Silent hours

Day Two

07:00 AM — Sunrise by the lake for early risers

08:00 AM — Morning tea and breakfast

11:00 AM — Check-out

Please Note

Pawna Lake camping is available on all days, including weekdays. For weekday or custom-date bookings, call or WhatsApp 8828004949.

The optional Lonavala-to-Lonavala pickup and drop is in a Non-AC vehicle, for a minimum of two guests.

Pawna Camp Amenities

Everything you need for a comfortable night is provided, so first-time campers can simply arrive and enjoy:

Free parking at the campsite

Lakeside tent stay (two and three-person tents)

Filtered drinking water

Blankets and pillows

Photography and selfie points

Overnight security and on-site staff

Separate Western and Indian-style washrooms

The all-inclusive package covers the bonfire, barbecue, meals and lake-facing tents. It makes an easy first camping trip for beginners and a relaxed weekend for couples, families and groups alike.