One-Day Trips
Day Outing Near Pune — One-Day Picnic Guide
No overnight, no packing. Leave after breakfast, spend the day at a lake, be home for dinner.
Not every break needs a suitcase. A well-run day outing gets you eight hours at a lake, three meals you did not cook, a swim, and a drive home in time to sleep in your own bed.
The maths only works if the destination is close enough. Shirwal, at 58 km from Pune with no ghat driving, is inside that radius. Anything past 100 km and you spend the day in the car.
Why This Location Works
Under 90 Minutes Each Way
58 km from central Pune on NH48. Leave at 9 am, arrive by 10:30.
Meals Included
Day-picnic packages cover breakfast or lunch, snacks and tea, so nobody plans a food run.
Pool and Lake Access
Swimming, lakeside walks and boat rides when the water is calm.
Corporate Day Outings
Half-day conference use plus team games in the afternoon — a full offsite compressed into one day.
Family and School Groups
Play areas, safe pool zones, lawns and space for large group games.
Rain-Proof Plan
Indoor dining, games rooms and covered decks mean a monsoon day outing still works.
Drive Times & Distances
| From | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pune (Kothrud) | 58 km | 1 hr 15 min |
| Hinjewadi | 65 km | 1 hr 30 min |
| Hadapsar | 60 km | 1 hr 25 min |
| Pimpri Chinchwad | 70 km | 1 hr 35 min |
| Satara | 55 km | 1 hr |
Places Worth Visiting Nearby
Wai Ghat
35 km
Half-day detour to riverside temples.
Khed Shivapur
25 km
Highway food stop, famous for its dargah.
Kaas Plateau
80 km
A long day trip during bloom season.
Panchgani
100 km
Better as an overnight than a day trip.
Neera River
20 km
Quiet riverside stretch off the highway.
Mahabaleshwar
110 km
Too far for a comfortable day trip; stay over instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best one-day picnic spot near Pune?
Avior Resorts in Shirwal, 58 km from Pune, is a popular day-picnic choice with meals, pool access, lake activities and indoor options during rain.
What is included in a day outing package?
Typically entry, meals (breakfast or lunch plus snacks and tea), pool access and activity use. Corporate add-ons like conference hall usage are available.
What are the day outing timings?
Most day packages run roughly from 9 or 10 am to 6 pm. Confirm timings when booking, especially for large groups.
Can schools and colleges book day outings?
Yes. Large groups are accommodated with advance booking, supervised pool access and dedicated lawn space.
Do day outings work during monsoon?
Yes. Indoor dining, games rooms and covered areas keep the day usable even in continuous rain.
Ready to Book Your Stay?
Tell the team your group size and date, and they will send day-outing options and pricing.