Khopoli to Pali Road Trip: What to See Along SH-93
The Khopoli to Pali road trip is a short, scenic drive along State Highway 93 that links a theme park, waterfalls, two hillforts, hot springs and a famous Ashtavinayak temple. Here is what to see along SH-93 and how to plan it.
- The Khopoli to Pali road trip is about 35 km on SH-93, roughly 40 minutes without stops.
- SH-93, the Wakan-Pali-Khopoli Road, is about 41 km in full, linking NH-66 near Wakan to the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Khopoli.
- Near the start: Imagicaa and the easy Zenith Waterfall monsoon walk.
- At Pali: the Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak temple, with Sarasgad fort beside the town and Sudhagad fort about 11 km east.
- The Unhere sulphur hot springs sit near the Pali temple; the monsoon (June to September) is the most scenic season.
What is the Khopoli to Pali road trip, and how long is it?
The Khopoli to Pali road trip runs about 35 km south along State Highway 93, the Wakan-Pali-Khopoli Road, and takes roughly 40 minutes without stops. It links the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Khopoli to the temple town of Pali in Sudhagad taluka, Raigad.
SH-93 is the spine of the whole corridor. In full it is about 41 km, running from a T-junction with the Mumbai-Goa highway (NH-66) near Wakan, through Pali, Parali and Pedali, up to the Expressway near the Khopoli toll plaza. Most day-trippers drive the Khopoli-to-Pali half — about 35 km — which strings together waterfalls, forts, hot springs and a famous Ganpati temple along one easy road.
What can you see along SH-93 from Khopoli to Pali?
Along SH-93 you can see the Imagicaa parks and the Zenith Waterfall near Khopoli, then the Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak temple at Pali, with Sarasgad fort beside the town, Sudhagad fort 11 km east, and the Unhere sulphur hot springs nearby.
| Stop | What it is | Where on the route |
|---|---|---|
| Imagicaa | 130-acre theme, water and snow park | Near Khopoli, start of the drive |
| Zenith Waterfall | Short, easy monsoon waterfall walk | Khopoli-Lonavala stretch, near the start |
| Ballaleshwar, Pali | Ashtavinayak Ganpati temple | Pali town, end of the 35 km drive |
| Sarasgad fort | Hillfort with four pinnacles and views | Immediately east of Pali |
| Sudhagad fort | Well-preserved trekking fort | About 11 km east of Pali |
| Unhere hot springs | Sulphur thermal rock-cut pools | Near the Pali Ganesh temple |
Where does the Khopoli-Pali road start and end?
The Khopoli-Pali road is State Highway 93, about 41 km in full, starting at a T-junction with the Mumbai-Goa highway (NH-66) near Wakan and ending at the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near the Khopoli toll plaza, passing through Pali, Parali and Pedali.
That routing is what makes SH-93 useful as more than a scenic drive: it quietly links NH-66 and the Expressway via Khopoli. For a road trip you can start at either end — drop off the Expressway at Khopoli and head south to Pali, or come up from the NH-66 side near Wakan. Khopoli falls in Khalapur taluka and Pali in Sudhagad taluka, both in Raigad district.
How should you plan the Khopoli to Pali drive, and what should you watch for?
Plan the Khopoli to Pali drive as a half-day to full-day loop, fuel up at Khopoli, and allow extra time in the monsoon when the road is scenic but wet. Carry water for fort treks, and confirm temple darshan timings and waterfall access before you go.
When is the best time for the Khopoli to Pali road trip?
The monsoon, June to September, is the most scenic time for the Khopoli to Pali road trip, when the Sahyadris are green and waterfalls run full; winter, November to February, is the most comfortable for fort treks and long temple visits. Summer is hot and best started early.
The drive changes character with the seasons. In the rains it is lush and dramatic, with the Zenith Waterfall and roadside streams at their best, though you trade dry trails for slippery ones. Winter offers clear views from Sarasgad and Sudhagad and pleasant temple-town afternoons. Summer mornings are fine for an early run before the heat builds.
Why is the Khopoli-Pali road worth the drive?
The Khopoli-Pali road is worth driving because one easy 35 km stretch of SH-93 links a theme park, waterfalls, two hillforts, hot springs and a famous Ashtavinayak temple, with the Expressway, NH-66 and the new Atal Setu feeding into it. Some who drive it often end up looking at land along the way.
Few short drives in the region pack in as much variety, and the corridor keeps getting more connected — the Atal Setu, the Expressway Missing Link and the new Navi Mumbai airport all shorten the approach. That mix of scenery and improving access is exactly why the Khopoli-Pali road has become a destination in its own right, not just a shortcut.
FAQ
How far is Khopoli to Pali, and how long does the drive take?
Khopoli to Pali is about 35 km along State Highway 93, the Khopoli-Pali road, and takes roughly 40 minutes without stops. The full SH-93, the Wakan-Pali-Khopoli Road, is about 41 km from NH-66 near Wakan to the Expressway near Khopoli.
What is the road from Khopoli to Pali called?
The road is State Highway 93 (SH-93), officially the Wakan-Pali-Khopoli Road. It starts at a T-junction with the Mumbai-Goa highway (NH-66) near Wakan and connects to the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near the Khopoli toll plaza, passing through Pali, Parali and Pedali.
What are the main stops on the Khopoli to Pali road trip?
The main stops are Imagicaa and the Zenith Waterfall near Khopoli, then the Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak temple at Pali, with Sarasgad fort beside the town, Sudhagad fort about 11 km east, and the Unhere sulphur hot springs near the Pali temple.
Is the Khopoli to Pali drive good in the monsoon?
Yes, the monsoon from June to September is the most scenic time, with green hills and full waterfalls, but the road is wet and trails are slippery. Drive carefully in heavy rain, avoid parking on blind bends, and keep away from fast-flowing water.
Can you do the Khopoli to Pali road trip in a day?
Yes. The 35 km drive and the main stops fit comfortably into a day trip, especially if you pick either the parks and waterfall near Khopoli or the temple and a fort near Pali. Adding both a theme park and a fort trek is better split over two days.
Which district and talukas does the Khopoli-Pali road pass through?
The Khopoli-Pali road runs through Raigad district. Khopoli is in Khalapur taluka at the Expressway end, and Pali is in Sudhagad taluka at the other, which is also why building and planning rules can differ along the same road.
People who drive the Khopoli-Pali road often enough start to notice the land along it – and some end up wanting a plot of their own here. If that is you, Lords of the Lands knows this corridor well and can show you around.
Related reading
Plan your trip
- Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak temple – the devotee-named Ganpati shrine at the heart of Pali.
- Sarasgad fort trek – the turban-shaped hillfort rising straight above the town.
- Sudhagad fort trek – the big plateau fort a short drive on, good for an overnight.
- Trekking near Khopoli-Pali – the wider trail list across the corridor.
- Fort-hopping itinerary – how to string the area’s forts into one trip.
- Unhere hot springs – warm sulphur rock-cut pools near the Pali temple.
- Amba river nature – the quiet Konkan river country around Pali.
- Hidden gems of Pali and Sudhagad – lesser-known stops beyond the main sights.
- The Ashtavinayak route via Pali – fitting Ballaleshwar into the eight-temple circuit.
- Things to do in Pali – the temple, forts and springs of the Pali side.
- Things to do in Khopoli – the busier, Expressway end of the road.
- Places to visit around Khopoli-Pali – the full corridor sightseeing map.
- Imagicaa theme park, Khopoli – the big family day out near the Expressway.
- Family days out in Khopoli – easy outings for all ages.
Getting there
- Mumbai to Khopoli-Pali – routes and drive times from the city.
- Pune to Khopoli-Pali – the Expressway approach from Pune.
- Khopoli to Pali drive times – how long each leg of SH-93 really takes.
- Khopoli-Pali to the Navi Mumbai airport – distance and time to NMIA.
Land & investment nearby
- The complete Khopoli-Pali road land guide – the SH-93 corridor, survey by survey.
- Buying land in Pali in 2026 – prices and checks on the Pali side.
- Land near Ballaleshwar and Sarasgad – plots around the temple town.
- A weekend home on the Khopoli-Pali road – building a second home here.
- Khopoli land in 2026 – the Expressway-end land market.
- Weekend villa plot costs on SH-93 – what a build-ready plot really runs to.
Sources
SH-93 routing, length and the Wakan-Pali-Khopoli alignment – public project filings for State Highway 93. Imagicaa, Zenith Waterfall, Ballaleshwar Ashtavinayak, Sarasgad and Sudhagad forts and the Unhere hot springs – as described in the Lords of the Lands corridor guide. Distances are approximate; confirm live road conditions, darshan timings and waterfall access before you travel. This guide is general travel information, not an endorsement or a booking service.
