Diwali is a beautiful festival. The lights, the sweets and the family time are all worth celebrating. But for many people in Mumbai, Thane and Kalyan, the festive season also means noise: firecrackers bursting at all hours, honking traffic, and walls that never seem thick enough. If you have a baby, an elderly parent, a pet, or just a tired head, you may be wishing for a few quiet days.
That is exactly what a nature resort near Mumbai can give you. And at Birds Nest Resort in Kinhavali, Shahapur, the first sound you hear in the morning is birds, not bangs.
Every year, a lot of families look for a weekend getaway near Mumbai during the festive break. The reasons are simple:
If you live in the suburbs, a weekend getaway from Thane, Kalyan and Mumbai is easier than you think. Birds Nest is about 100 km from Mumbai and about 70 km from Thane, so you leave the crowd behind and still reach before the evening.
We built our cottages around the existing trees instead of cutting them down. Because of that, the resort feels like a forest that happens to have comfortable rooms in it.
You wake up to birdsong. You drink your tea on the balcony and watch the greenery. Afternoons are slow, and evenings are cool and calm. Many guests tell us the silence feels strange for the first hour and wonderful after that.
Nothing can make a place completely silent, and a village has its own gentle sounds, like leaves, birds and the occasional breeze. But compared to a Diwali night in a packed city lane, the difference is huge.
Whether you are a couple, a family or a group of friends, there is a cottage for you.
You can see every room type on our rooms page.
After a long drive, nothing beats a proper meal. Our Ghosla restaurant serves Indian, Chinese and Tandoori dishes, so everyone at the table finds something they like.
When you are done eating, here is how a typical day can go:
There is also plenty to explore nearby. If you enjoy hills and waterfalls, Malshej Ghat is about 43 km away. Read our guide on the best time to visit Malshej Ghat or plan a Malshej Ghat weekend trip and where to stay. To see the place before you book, browse our gallery or look at the experiences at Birds Nest.
The best part of an offsite is often what happens between sessions. For team building near Mumbai, your group can:
See all activities on our experiences page.
You do not need a long holiday to feel better. A one night stay resort near Mumbai is enough to sleep deeply, breathe clean air and come back refreshed. Weekend dates fill up quickly during the festive season, so it is smart to check availability early.
The quiet works all year round. Many guests return for a winter weekend getaway near Mumbai, a birthday party at a resort near Mumbai, or an intimate wedding venue near Mumbai. Teams also choose us for a corporate offsite near Mumbai, since we have a conference hall and a forest to walk in afterwards.
If this festive season you want calm instead of chaos, Birds Nest Resort is waiting. Check our exclusive offers for current deals, read our story to know who we are, or simply contact us to book your stay. You can also call or WhatsApp us on +91 90044 85525.
Come for the silence. Stay for the birds.
