Best Places in India to Visit During Monsoon Season

India, being a country with diverse landscapes and climates, transforms itself into a breathtaking beautiful destination during the monsoon season. From expansive greenery to cascading waterfalls and rejuvenated rivers, monsoon depicts a vivid picture of all-natural beauty within the country.

If you are a nature lover, a photography enthusiast or just want a peaceful retreat, no matter where you turn in the country, there is some beauty to discover. Carefully plan your trip and witness the monsoon season bring out the beauty of the hidden treasures in India in all their glory.

Check out this list of some places in India for an exceptional experience –

1. Munnar, Kerala

Munnar, located in the Western Ghats, during monsoon season transforms into a green paradise. The tea plantations covered with rain drops and mis covered hills create an ambiance that will leave you in awe. Make sure you don;t miss the Attukal and Lakkam waterfalls, which are surrounded by the mist, and get a more majestic impression. 

2. Coorg, Karnataka

Coorg, also referred to as the Scotland of India, comes alive with lush green vegetation and mistry hills during monsoons. Here, you can explore coffee plantations, dense forests, the Abbey Falls and the Iruppu Falls at their best.

3. Udaipur, Rajasthan

Although Rajasthan is considered as a dry region the town of Udaipur breaks this stereotype and hence the rainy season is extraordinarily beautiful. The water in the lakes is splashing, reflecting the splendor of palaces such as the City Palace and the Lake Palace, and the greenery of hills provides an extraordinary experience.

4. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

Kodaikanal is a hill station in the Palani Hills in South India that blooms during the monsoon season. During your stay here, take boat ride in the calm lake of Kodaikanal, trek to Dolphin Nose and get a panoramic view, visit the Silver Cascade waterfall which have a splendid scenery.

5. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya

Cherrapunji, also known as Sohra, is among the wettest places on Earth and is a must-visit destination during the monsoon season. During your visit here, experience the living root bridges of Mawlynnong, explore the Nohkalikai and Dainthlen waterfalls, and soak in the ethereal beauty of mist covered valleys for unforgettable experiences. 

6. Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra

Mahabaleshwar, situated in the Western Ghats, is well-recognized for its strawberry farms and scenic points. The monsoon season is the best time to witness lush greenery of Lingmala Waterfall and calmness of Venna Lake.

7. Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand

The Valley of Flowers can only be reached between the monsoon months, and flaunts with colors of alpine flowers during these times. An amazing natural beauty awaits you at this UNESCO world heritage site which is worth experiencing.

8. Wayanad, Kerala

Wayanad is another jewel of Kerala, that has mesmerizing scenery=y with plenty of cascades and lush forests. During your journey to this gorgeous destination, visit the ancient Edakkal Caves, the trek up the Chembra peak and relax by the lovely Pookode Lake and have a thrilling experience.

9. Panchmarhi, Madhya Pradesh

Panchmarhi which is also known as the Queen of Satpura comprises of some of the most beautiful cascading waterfalls, vast forest and historical caves. Being visited during the monsoons, the Bee Falls and Jata Shankar Caves are richly charming and hence the tour is worth taking.

10. Goa

Goa is well known to have its fair share of beaches but the monsoons have a charm of their own. Revel in the green of countryside, see Dudhsagar Falls in all its glory and be serenaded by the calm of off-season beaches.