About Matheran:
Situated on the western ghats of Maharashtra, Matheran is one of the smallest hill station in India. The meaning of ‘Matheran’ is forest on the forehead. This hill station was identified by Hugh Poyntz Malet in May 1850.
In this hill station, there are as many as 36-38 viewpoints such as Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Panorama Point (provides 360 degree view), Monkey Point, One Tree Hill Point and many more. There are few ways for Matheran trek which includes One Tree Hill, Vikatgad, Sunset Point, Garbett Point and camping places like Garbett Point, Charolette Lake, Sunrise Point.
Things To Carry:
Identity Card
2 liters of Water
Proper Trekking/Sports Shoes
Steel Utensils for Night Dinner
Scanitiser
Backpack to stuff in your things (No Handbags / Jholas)
Full length clothes to avoid insect bites
Fruits, light snacks
Sleeping bag / Mat/ blanket
Mosquito repellent cream
Medicines (If Required)