Make Your Weekend a Perfect Getaway at the Best Resort in Igatpuri — Manas Resort

Published: June 30, 2026
Make Your Weekend a Perfect Getaway at the Best Resort in Igatpuri — Manas Resort

A perfect weekend does not happen by accident — but it does not need much planning either. It needs the right place and a loose, unhurried rhythm. At Manas Resort with Petting Zoo, the best resort in Igatpuri, the ingredients are already in place. Here is how a weekend unfolds when you let it.

Relaxing experience at Manas Resort Igatpuri
A perfect weekend is measured in how relaxed you feel by Sunday.

Saturday morning — arrive and breathe

Leave Mumbai after an early breakfast and drive up the Kasara Ghat, watching the city give way to green. Arrive at Manas Resort by late morning, check in, and feel the temperature — and your shoulders — drop. Take a slow walk across the lawns before lunch.

Saturday afternoon — the petting zoo and the pool

After lunch, head to the petting zoo. Meeting the friendly animals and birds is the highlight of the trip for children and a surprisingly soothing hour for adults. Then it is straight to the infinity pool with its waterfall — the perfect way to spend a warm afternoon.

Feeding an iguana at the Manas Resort petting zoo
The petting zoo turns an afternoon into a memory.

Saturday evening — good food, live music

As the light softens, settle in for a relaxed dinner. On weekends, live music adds to the atmosphere. There is nothing left to do but enjoy the evening air.

Al fresco dining under the stars at Manas Resort
Dinner under the open sky rounds off the day.

Sunday morning — a slow start

Sleep in a little. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, one more walk across the lawns, and perhaps a final visit to the animals. This is the part of the weekend you will remember most — the unhurried calm.

Sunday afternoon — an easy drive home

After lunch, begin the short drive back to the city, refreshed and already thinking about the next visit. That is what a perfect weekend getaway feels like.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best resort in Igatpuri for a weekend?

Manas Resort with Petting Zoo — India's first petting zoo resort — offers everything on-site for a complete, relaxed weekend.

How should I plan a weekend at Manas Resort?

Arrive Saturday morning, enjoy the petting zoo, pool and dining, take a slow Sunday, and drive back after lunch.

Is Manas Resort suitable for both couples and families?

Yes — the quiet lawns and pool suit couples, while the petting zoo and games delight families.

How far is it from Mumbai?

About a two-hour drive via the Kasara Ghat.

Manas Resort Team
Manas Resort Team
The Manas Resort with Petting Zoo team — hosts of India's first petting zoo resort in Igatpuri since 1989.

Have a question about your stay?

Our team is happy to help you plan the perfect getaway, wedding or corporate retreat at Manas Resort & Petting Zoo, Igatpuri.