Longing for a hilly retreat? A lot of beautiful hill stations are situated just a few hundred kilometers away from the city of Ahmedabad. The nearest ones are nestled in the Aravalli Ranges toward the north of Ahmedabad or the Sahyadri ranges toward the south of this city. Here are some of the most beautiful hill stations near Ahmedabad, popular with both summer vacationers and weekenders. Two of the below-listed hill stations are located within Gujarat while the other two are located in nearby states such as Rajasthan and Maharashtra.
Mount Abu, Rajasthan
The only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu attracts a lot of tourists from adjacent states apart from the locals. Snuggled in the Aravalli Ranges at an elevation of 1,220 m above sea level, this hill station boasts of several stunning lakes, waterfalls, rivers, forests, and a wildlife sanctuary besides historical and cultural attractions such as temples, forts, and palaces. The weather in Mount Abu is pleasant all through the year, so you can plan your trip to this place in any season. Book your cheap flights to Ahmedabad from Los Angeles now and travel to Mount Abu for an amazing holiday experience.
Distance from Ahmedabad: 227 km approximately
Wilson Hills, Gujarat
Encircled by lush green hills and forests, Wilson Hills is one of the popular hill stations near Ahmedabad. It is a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. You can enjoy a variety of recreational activities such as hiking and horse riding in the hills or just lose yourself in the spectacular beauty and serenity of this point from any of the viewpoints like Sunset Point, Sunrise Point, Marble Chetri Point, Steep Valley Point, and Ozone Valley Point. Other popular tourist attractions at Wilson Hills include Shankar Waterfalls, Lady Wilson Museum, Barumal Temple, Bilpudi twin waterfalls, etc.
Distance from Ahmedabad: 365 km approximately
Saputara, Gujarat
Located in the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges (Western Ghats), Saputara is famous for its many pretty gardens, viewpoints on hilltops (that offer panoramic views of the surroundings), and Saputara Lake. Several activities including boating, trekking, rock climbing, paragliding are on offer at this hill station, and so adventure enthusiasts can have a lot of fun at Saputara. Do take the Pushpak ropeway ride for the best views of the place. Also check out Artist village, Nageshwar Mahadev temple, Step Garden, Lake Garden, and Rose Garden during your trip here.
Distance from Ahmedabad: 400 km approximately
Jawhar Hill Station, Maharashtra
Jawhar is among the least-explored hill stations near Ahmedabad. Situated near Thane in Maharashtra, this place is home to many tribal communities such as Warli, Kolcha, and Kukana. The tribal culture of Jawhar is one of its interesting aspects apart from its picturesque landscapes featuring rolling mountains, gorgeous valleys, dense forests, and gushing waterfalls. The 20th-century Jai Vilas Palace is another major attraction at Jawhar. Don’t forget to buy beautiful Warli paintings created by the tribals in the area.
Distance from Ahmedabad: 460 km approximately
Which of these hill stations near Ahmedabad are you planning to visit? Once you have decided, visit Indian Eagle to book the cheapest flight tickets to Ahmedabad from San Francisco or any other US city. Hurry up!
