Google 4.9 · 436 reviews · 10 Nov 2026In Brief
A one day picnic near Mumbai or Pune can be a resort day with three meals in Karjat, a fort day near Pune, an outdoor day in Kamshet, a water sports morning in Alibaug, or an adventure park in Vasai. This guide compares the ones you can book on Awestruck, the Mumbai app and website for booking things to do, whether you start from Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan, Panvel or Pune. Day picnics with meals cost ₹1,364 to ₹3,786 a person, checked on 10 Nov 2026. It is written for friends, college groups, young couples, families and companies. Every booking is confirmed the moment you pay. Companies get their own section, with free planning and a GST invoice.
Quick Answers
Where can we go for a one day picnic near Pune?
Fort Jadhavgadh, 27 km from Pune Junction, with a Royal Maratha welcome, a fort museum tour, buffet meals and games, for ₹3,786 a person. Or Kamshet Adventure Club, about 60 km from Pune Junction, on weekends, for ₹3,177. Prices checked 10 Nov 2026.
Can we do a one day trip to Lonavala or Khandala?
Yes. Lonavala is about 83 km from Mumbai and 65 km from Pune, per Maharashtra Tourism, and Khandala is its twin hill station. For a booked day with lunch, Kamshet Adventure Club sits on the Pune side of Lonavala. To stay the night, Pawna Lake Camping near Lonavala is ₹3,228 for two, and Khandala couple stays start at ₹14,906. Prices checked 10 Nov 2026.
What is the best one day picnic near Mumbai with food included?
The Kanila Resort in Karjat runs 10 AM to 6 PM with breakfast, lunch and hi-tea for ₹2,077 a person. Pinewood Resort runs 9 AM to 5 PM with three buffet meals for ₹2,711. Monteria Village runs 9 AM to 6 PM with vegetarian meals from ₹1,364. Prices checked 10 Nov 2026.
How much does a one day picnic cost?
Day picnics with meals cost ₹1,364 to ₹3,786 a person. Adventure park days in Vasai cost ₹1,674 to ₹2,076. City group activities start at ₹330. Overnight group stays start at ₹4,765 a person. All on 10 Nov 2026.
Is my booking confirmed?
Yes. Your booking is confirmed the moment you pay, by email and on your phone. If the venue cancels for weather, safety or government orders, you get a full refund or credit.
Can a company book for 50 or 100 people?
Yes. Send one form in the corporate section and get 3 options with prices within 10 hours, with a GST invoice and no planning fee.
Tell us your team size, city and budget. We send 3 options with prices within 10 hours.
- Confirmed the moment you pay
- Every venue quality checked
- Free planning for groups of 10 or more
Why groups and companies plan their day out with Awestruck
One message replaces a week of calls. You get three real options, real prices, and one team that owns the plan.
| What you need | Awestruck | Planning it yourself | An event agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice | Nearly 400 activities and day trips, filtered for your team | The venues you already know | The agency's own packages |
| Price | All in price before you pay, plus up to 25% off for corporate teams | Venue price | Venue price, often plus a planning fee |
| Planning fee | None | Your time | Often charged |
| Effort | One form, one minute | Many calls and follow ups | Meetings and proposals |
| Approval | Written options with totals, inclusions and refund rules, ready for finance | You build the sheet | Proposal format varies |
| Big teams | We split the team across slots and venues so everyone plays | You work out the split | Usually handled |
| Invoice | GST invoice in the company's name | One per venue | Usually handled |
| Changes | One place for every question | Call each venue again | Through your agency contact |
| After the outing | Your team keeps Awwee, the free AI for their own weekends | Nothing | Nothing |
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What Google reviewers say about the venues in this guide
Each venue's Google rating and review count, read on 10 Nov 2026.
Google 4.9 · 436 reviews · 10 Nov 2026
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Google 4.3 · 6,384 reviews · 10 Nov 2026
Google 4.2 · 599 reviews · 10 Nov 2026
Google 4.1 · 2,227 reviews · 10 Nov 2026First time planning with Awestruck? Here is what happens after you press send
- You fill a one minute form: team size, city, budget, month.
- Within 10 hours, 7 days a week, you get 3 options with prices, in writing.
- You pick one. We book it.
- You get the confirmation by email and a call from our team.
- Your company gets a GST invoice.
- Any question or change goes to one place: the team that planned it.
Every venue passes Awestruck's quality checks before it is listed. Planning is free, so the only cost of asking is one minute. Under 10 people? Book any listing directly, confirmed the moment you pay.
Short answers to 16 searches
One day trip or one day outing near Pune: what can we book?
A fort day at Fort Jadhavgadh, an outdoor day at Kamshet Adventure Club, a lakeside camping night at Pawna Lake, or a resort day in Karjat and Khalapur on the Mumbai side of the ghats. All are on Awestruck with live slots.
One day picnic spot near Pune with food included?
Fort Jadhavgadh includes buffet meals and hi-tea. Kamshet Adventure Club includes a full lunch with vegetarian and non vegetarian food. Prices start at ₹3,177 a person on 10 Nov 2026.
Picnic places in Pune city, or picnic spots near Pune?
Awestruck has no picnic venue inside Pune city yet. The nearest bookable day is Fort Jadhavgadh, 27 km from Pune Junction. Free spots such as forts and dams need no booking at all.
One day trip near Pune with family?
Fort Jadhavgadh suits families: cricket, football, volleyball, a museum tour and meals in one booking for 2 to 20 people. Kamshet is pet friendly, so the dog can come too.
One day trip near Pune for couples?
Pawna Lake Camping, ₹3,228 for two, on Saturday and Sunday nights. Zara's Resort in Khandala has couple stays from ₹14,906. Prices on 10 Nov 2026.
One day trip near Pune within 50 km?
Fort Jadhavgadh, 27 km from Pune Junction on the Hadapsar Saswad road.
One day picnic near Mumbai: where?
Karjat and Khalapur for resorts and village picnics, Alibaug for water sports, and Vasai for an adventure park and a water park. All have meals or food options listed.
Picnic spot in Thane or near Thane?
Inside Thane city, Awestruck lists group activities rather than picnic grounds: pickleball at Mark10, Olympic air pistol at 10x Shooting and lunch at Wagle Estate. For a picnic day, Fountain City Waterpark in Vasai is 24 km from Thane station and Thrillville is 40 km, per the listings. For a full resort day, Karjat.
Picnic spot in Navi Mumbai or near it?
Inside Navi Mumbai, Gamera Playverse in Ghansoli has bowling from ₹330 plus a ₹50 Gamera card, open 11 AM to 10 PM. For a full picnic day, Karjat is the natural pick. The Kanila Resort is 64 km from Vashi station, and the guided Karjat hill trek starts 61 km away, per the listings.
Karjat picnic spot or one day picnic in Karjat?
The Kanila Resort, ₹2,077 a person, and Pinewood Resort, ₹2,711, both include breakfast, lunch and hi-tea. Monteria Village near Khalapur starts at ₹1,364 with vegetarian meals. Prices on 10 Nov 2026.
Matheran one day trip?
Awestruck has no Matheran listing yet. Matheran is in Karjat taluka, so a Karjat resort day or the guided Karjat hill trek, ₹3,482, is the closest booked day on Awestruck. How to get to Matheran is in the day trips section.
Alibaug one day trip?
Entartica Sea World near South Nagaon Beach has water sports from ₹517 for a pontoon ride, and a 5 water sports pass for ₹2,192, checked 10 Nov 2026. Rides run weather permitting.
Panvel picnic spot, or one near Kalyan or Dombivli?
Awestruck has no picnic venue inside these three yet. From Kalyan or Dombivli, a Karjat local reaches Karjat station, then a road ride to the resort. From Panvel, the Mumbai Pune Expressway takes you to Monteria Village near Khalapur.
Adventure park near Mumbai?
Thrillville in Vasai East: pick any 5 of go-karting, water slides, illusion rooms and gel blaster battles for ₹2,076, over 5 hours.
Things to do in Mumbai with friends?
Laser battle, escape rooms, rifle shooting, go-karting and bowling, most for ₹330 to ₹1,955 a person and under two hours. See the group activities section.
Corporate outing near Mumbai or Pune?
See the corporate section: decision maker checklists, outings for every stage of the employee journey, budgets and the quote form.
Confirmed the moment you pay. See day picnics or ask Awwee: "one day picnic near Pune for 8 friends".
1One day picnic and day trips near Pune, Lonavala and Khandala
One free Sunday, one car, five friends. Where do you go?
These are the Pune side days you can book with food, activities and a confirmed slot. Prices checked on 10 Nov 2026. Free forts, dams and viewpoints need no booking; this chapter covers the days that do.
Google 4.3 · 6,384 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Day out
- Price
- ₹3,786 a person
- Timing
- 8:30 AM to 7 PM
- People per booking
- 2 to 20
- What is included
- Royal Maratha welcome, fort museum tour, buffet meals, hi-tea, cricket, football and volleyball
- Distance, per the listing
- 27 km from Pune Junction
Day out
Adventure Day Trip, Kamshet Adventure Club
- Price
- ₹3,177 a person
- Timing
- 8 AM to 5 PM, Saturdays and Sundays
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
- What is included
- Outdoor activities near Vadiwale Dam and a full lunch, vegetarian and non vegetarian. Pets welcome on a leash
- Distance, per the listing
- 59.9 km from Pune Junction
Day out
Pawna Lake Camping, Adventure Geek
- Price
- ₹3,228 for 2 people
- Timing
- 4 PM to 10 AM, Saturday and Sunday
- People per booking
- 2
- What is included
- A night of camping by Pawna Lake
- Distance, per the listing
- Near Lonavala
Day out
Luxury Treehouse Retreat, Machan, Lonavala
- Price
- ₹49,115 for 4 people
- Timing
- Overnight
- People per booking
- 4
- What is included
- A treehouse stay in the forest
- Distance, per the listing
- Near Lonavala
Day out
Weekend All-Inclusive Couple Stay, Zara's Resort, Khandala
- Price
- ₹14,906 for a couple
- Timing
- Overnight
- People per booking
- 2
- What is included
- An all inclusive weekend stay
- Distance, per the listing
- Khandala
Fort Jadhavgadh sits on the Hadapsar Saswad road. It cannot be cancelled once booked, so fix your headcount first. Google reviewers rate it 4.3 from 6,384 reviews.
Kamshet Adventure Club runs on weekends only. No cancellations, so book once plans are firm.
Lonavala one day trip: what is free and what to book
A Lonavala picnic spot such as the Tiger's Leap viewpoint needs no booking. Book the parts that need a slot, listed above. Coming from Mumbai, Thane or Navi Mumbai, you reach Khandala first, then Lonavala. Coming from Pune, Kamshet comes before both. See every Lonavala listing and every Khandala listing.
From Pune to the Karjat side. Pune groups can also book the Mumbai side resort days in the next section: Monteria Village near Khalapur, off the Mumbai Pune Expressway, and the Karjat resorts.
Confirmed the moment you pay.
2One day picnic near Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai
Want one booking that covers the activities and the food?
From Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai, the best one day picnics sit in the Karjat and Khalapur belt, in Alibaug across the bay, and in Vasai to the north. From Thane and Borivali, Vasai is the shorter trip. For a resort day with meals, The Kanila Resort in Karjat is 64 km from Vashi station and 86 km from Churchgate, per its listing.
Day out
Fountain City Waterpark, Vasai
- From Dadar
- 39 km
- From Thane
- 24 km
- From Vashi
- 41 to 54 km
- From Borivali
- 14 km
Google 4.2 · 599 reviews · 10 Nov 2026
Distances as shown in each listing's data, 10 Nov 2026.
Day trips from Mumbai: Karjat, Khalapur, Khopoli, Matheran and Alibaug
Day trip
Village Explorer Day Picnic, Monteria Village
- Price per person
- ₹1,364
- Hours
- 9 AM to 6 PM
- People per booking
- 1 to 20
- What is included
- Village activities, boating, swimming, rain dance, vegetarian meals
- If you cancel
- Non cancellable
Google 4.3 · 4,311 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Day trip
Village Adventure Day Picnic, Monteria Village
- Price per person
- ₹1,778
- Hours
- 9 AM to 6 PM
- People per booking
- 1 to 20
- What is included
- Adventure activities, village life, cultural shows, water fun
- If you cancel
- Non cancellable
Google 4.3 · 920 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Day trip
One-Day Picnic, The Kanila Resort, Karjat
- Price per person
- ₹2,077
- Hours
- 10 AM to 6 PM
- People per booking
- 2 to 10
- What is included
- Breakfast, lunch and hi-tea
- If you cancel
- Full refund 4 or more days before
Google 4.1 · 2,227 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Day trip
Day Picnic, Pinewood Resort, Karjat
- Price per person
- ₹2,711
- Hours
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- People per booking
- 2 to 20
- What is included
- Buffet breakfast, lunch and hi-tea. Adventure activities for ages 10 and up
- If you cancel
- Charges rise as the date nears; no refund within 48 hours
Day trip
Guided hill trek, Jugaad Xtreme Adventures, Karjat
- Price per person
- ₹3,482
- Hours
- 14 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
- What is included
- A guided trek
- If you cancel
- Final
Day trip
4 Water Sports package, Entartica Sea World, Alibaug
- Price per person
- ₹1,571
- Hours
- 45 min of rides
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
- What is included
- Four water sports near South Nagaon Beach. Adults 18 and up. Weather permitting
- If you cancel
- Non refundable; reschedule up to 24 hours before
Monteria Village sits at Kalote Mokashi, reached from Khalapur. Bring swimwear for the pool and rain dance.
Khopoli: Monteria Village is in Khalapur taluka, the same taluka as Khopoli.
Matheran: private cars cannot enter Matheran. Taxis run from Neral station to Aman Lodge, and the Neral toy train pauses in the monsoon, so check Central Railway timings before you go.
Alibaug: every water sport at Entartica Sea World is on the Alibaug page.
Confirmed the moment you pay.
Or ask Awwee: "one day picnic near Mumbai with food for 12".
3Group activities in Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai, from two hours to half a day
How far will your team happily travel on a working day?
Pick the place by travel time first. Under 45 minutes, plan an evening or a half day in the city. Two to three hours away, plan a full day with meals in Karjat, Khalapur or Alibaug. Pune teams have their own day trips at Fort Jadhavgadh and Kamshet. Every listing below was checked on 10 Nov 2026.
Mumbai: western suburbs
Andheri, Jogeshwari, Goregaon, Malad, Juhu and Borivali hold most of Mumbai's team activities.
Google 4.7 · 211 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Activity
Operation RAW Spy Room, No Escape, Andheri
- Price per person
- ₹1,039
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Chill Mode Smash Room, Rage Room, Andheri
- Price per person
- ₹579
- Time
- 10 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 6
Activity
All Night Pool Table, Check Shot, Andheri
- Price per person
- ₹367
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 2 to 10
Google 4.8 · 206 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Activity
Rifle & Pistol Shooting Combo, Champions, Andheri East
- Price per person
- ₹1,955
- Time
- 50 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Start a VR Fight, Parabolica, Jogeshwari
- Price per person
- ₹2,297
- Time
- 45 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Ceramic Pottery, Meetakriti Art Studio, Goregaon
- Price per person
- ₹1,343
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Be The Painter, Creative Jack, Andheri
- Price per person
- ₹1,955
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
DIY Fabric Pouch Making, Paintbooth Studio, Juhu
- Price per person
- ₹615
- Time
- 90 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Sushi Workshop, Just Appetite Culinary School, Andheri
- Price per person
- ₹3,228
- Time
- 3 hours
- People per booking
- 2 to 10
Activity
Clown-fidence, The NEGATIVE, Andheri
- Price per person
- ₹5,008
- Time
- 3 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 20
Activity
Vibrational Sound Healing, Malad
- Price per person
- ₹2,566
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Mind Detox, The Spiritual Tree, Borivali
- Price per person
- ₹1,587
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 5 to 10
Activity
Yacht Day for Team, Book my Sailing
- Price per person
- ₹5,742
- Time
- 2 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 6
Mumbai: central and south
For teams in Lower Parel, Worli, Prabhadevi, Nariman Point and Fort.
Google 4.9 · 436 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Activity
Laser Battle Arena, Lower Parel
- Price per person
- ₹1,039
- Time
- 30 min
- People per booking
- 2 to 10
Activity
Save Harry Potter, Rare Escape, Lower Parel
- Price per person
- ₹1,221
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 2 to 8
Activity
25-Shot Indian Rifle Shooting, Sports Shot, Prabhadevi
- Price per person
- ₹672
- Time
- 30 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Midnight Cycling, Mumbai Travel Club, Colaba
- Price per person
- ₹1,161
- Time
- 4 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Yacht Ride, Gateway Sailing Club, Colaba (₹5,009 is for the boat, 1 to 6 people, per the listing)
- Price per person
- ₹5,009
- Time
- 2 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 6
Activity
Sunset Yacht Sail, Discover Sailing India, Colaba (₹6,964 is for the boat, 2 to 4 people)
- Price per person
- ₹6,964
- Time
- 2 hours
- People per booking
- 2 to 4
Mumbai: eastern suburbs
For teams in Powai, Chandivali, Ghatkopar and Chembur: Mental Asylum Horror Room, No Escape, Powai, ₹1,039, and Champions shooting ranges in Powai and Chembur (see the shooting range in Mumbai guide).
Thane
Activity
Lunch & Mocktails at Wagle Estate, Double Deck
- Price per person
- ₹1,039
- Time
- A meal
- People per booking
- 1 to 20
Activity
Pickleball Play Session, Mark10 Pickleball
- Price per person
- ₹931
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 7
Activity
Olympic Air Pistol Shooting, 10x Shooting India
- Price per person
- ₹1,039
- Time
- 40 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 6
Navi Mumbai
Activity
Bowling Game Pass, Gamera Playverse, Ghansoli
- Price per person
- ₹330, plus a ₹50 Gamera card
- Time
- 45 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Google 4.9 · 308 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Activity
Bowling And Arcade Combo, Gamera Playverse, Ghansoli
- Price per person
- ₹785
- Time
- 60 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Gamera Playverse is open 11 AM to 10 PM, which makes it the easiest after work plan for teams in Airoli, Ghansoli, Rabale and Vashi.
Vasai and the north
Google 4.2 · 599 reviews · 10 Nov 2026Activity
5 Activity Adventure Pass, Thrillville, Vasai East
- Price per person
- ₹2,076
- Time
- 5 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 8
Activity
Go-Kart Sprint 10 Laps, Thrillville
- Price per person
- ₹672
- Time
- 15 min
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Activity
Full Day Water Park, Fountain City Waterpark
- Price per person
- ₹1,674
- Time
- 4 hours
- People per booking
- 1 to 10
Thrillville's pass lets each person pick any 5 activities, including go-karting, water slides, illusion rooms and gel blaster battles. Fountain City's full day package includes a meal and 23 plus attractions.
Team outing ideas near your office
Find your office area. The first column is an easy evening; the second is a full day.
Pick your city. We send 3 options there with prices.
- Confirmed the moment you pay
- Every venue quality checked
- Free planning for groups of 10 or more
4Plans for friends, college groups and young teams
What did your group actually want last time: cheap, quick, or a story to tell?
Groups ask for three things: keep it under budget, keep it easy, and make it worth posting. So here is the short list, and one person can book for the whole group, confirmed the moment you pay. Prices on 10 Nov 2026.
| What your group wants | Book this | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| Under ₹500 each | Bowling Game Pass, Gamera Playverse, Ghansoli or All Night Pool Table, Check Shot, Andheri | ₹330 to ₹367, plus a ₹50 Gamera card per player at Gamera |
| A race | Go-Kart Sprint 10 Laps, Thrillville, Vasai | ₹672 |
| A team battle | Laser Battle Arena, Lower Parel, rated 4.9 on Google | ₹1,039 |
| A puzzle against the clock | Operation RAW Spy Room, No Escape, Andheri | ₹1,039 |
| Something nobody has tried | 25-Shot Air Rifle & Pistol, The Rising Gun, Lokhandwala | ₹527 |
| Let off steam | Chill Mode Smash Room, Andheri | ₹579 |
| Make something | DIY Fabric Pouch Making, Paintbooth Studio, Juhu | ₹615 |
| A whole day out | Village Explorer Day Picnic, Monteria Village | ₹1,364 with vegetarian meals |
| A night under the sky | Pawna Lake Camping | ₹3,228 for two |
Three ways to book
- Tap a listing above and pick the slot. One person can book for the whole group.
- Ask Awwee in the app: "something fun for 6 friends in Andheri on Saturday under ₹1,000 each". It suggests options and books in the same chat.
- Ten or more of you? Send the group form and get 3 options with prices within 10 hours.
Why groups pick Awestruck
- Confirmed the moment you pay, so nobody shows up to a full venue.
- The all in price before you pay, with GST and other charges shown. No surprise at the counter.
- A full refund to your Awestruck wallet if you cancel within 5 minutes of booking.
- Every venue passes Awestruck's quality checks, and many show their Google rating on this page.
5Which format fits your time and your headcount?
Do you have two hours, a day, or a night?
Start with time, then headcount. Two hours means a city activity after work. A day means a resort with meals. A night means a real offsite. Big teams play in groups, one after another or side by side, and we plan the split.
Five formats
| Format | Time | Typical price per person | Best for | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| After work game | 30 to 90 minutes | ₹330 to ₹2,297 | Fun Fridays, festival evenings, new teams | Laser Battle Arena, ₹1,039 |
| Workshop | 1 to 3 hours | ₹615 to ₹5,008 | Onboarding, appraisal season, mixed groups | Be The Painter, Creative Jack, ₹1,955 |
| Multi activity half day | 4 to 5 hours | ₹1,674 to ₹2,076 | Large teams with mixed interests | 5 Activity Adventure Pass, Thrillville, ₹2,076 |
| Resort day picnic | 8 to 9 hours | ₹1,364 to ₹3,786 | Quarter close, sales kickoff, annual day out | One-Day Picnic, The Kanila Resort, ₹2,077 |
| Overnight offsite | 1 night | From ₹4,765 | Leadership planning, team resets | Group Staycation, The Kanila Resort, ₹4,765 |
Prices on 10 Nov 2026.
What works for your team size
From Awestruck's team outing planners. We confirm what each venue can handle before you pay.
| Team size | What works |
|---|---|
| 10 to 20 | An escape room, laser battle, bowling, a workshop, or a yacht sail for leaders |
| 20 to 50 | Bowling and arcade, laser battle in rounds, workshops in batches, or a resort day picnic |
| 50 to 100 | A resort day picnic, an adventure park day in Vasai, or 2 to 3 activities at one place |
| 100 and more | A resort day, or a mix of activities in batches. Tell us early so we can plan the split |
How the split works for a team of 40
| Plan | How it runs |
|---|---|
| Escape rooms in Andheri | No Escape lists two rooms in Andheri, Operation RAW Spy Room and Strange Things Haunted Room, up to 10 each. Four groups of 10 play two rounds of 60 minutes. The groups compare times over dinner |
| Laser battle in Lower Parel | Up to 10 a booking, 30 minutes a round. Four rounds; keep your own leaderboard |
| Resort day in Karjat | One booking of up to 20 at Monteria or Pinewood, twice. Everyone together all day |
Make it work for everyone
- Mixed fitness: pair one active and one calm option. At a resort, the pool and the games run side by side.
- Food: check what is included and whether it is vegetarian. Monteria's Explorer picnic serves vegetarian meals. Kamshet Adventure Club serves vegetarian and non vegetarian.
- No alcohol needed: many teams prefer it. Alcohol is not allowed on board the Book my Sailing yacht.
- Age limits: some activities set them. Pinewood's adventure activities are for ages 10 and up; Entartica's water sports are for adults.
- Women's safety and late finishes: finish city plans by a time your policy sets, and plan transport home.
- Remote and hybrid teams: tell us who can travel. For people who cannot, ask about online sessions.
Indoor or outdoor in the monsoon
From June to September, pick indoor city activities or a resort with indoor space for the day. Outdoor water activities depend on weather, wind and sea conditions, as Entartica's listing says. The venue decides on the day; if it cancels for weather, you get a full refund or credit under Awestruck's policy.
Tell us your headcount and how much time you have. We send 3 options with the split already planned.
6What does each decision maker need from a corporate outing?
When did your team last laugh together outside a meeting room?
Every outing has several buyers. HR wants everyone to come and feel included. The CEO wants Monday to be different. Finance wants a clear total. The manager wants something this Friday. The travel desk wants one person to call. A good plan answers all of them in one page, which is what this chapter does.
First, why it matters: the numbers
| Measure | India | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Employees engaged at work | 23% (global 20%) | Gallup, State of the Global Workplace 2026, India data |
| Felt lonely a lot of the previous day | 28% | Same |
| Felt stress a lot of the previous day | 28% | Same |
| Felt sadness a lot of the previous day | 36% | Same |
| Employee attrition | 18% in 2026 (16.2% in 2025, 17.1% in 2024) | Aon, 14 Oct 2026 (link below) |
| Salary increase | 9% in 2026, 9.1% projected for 2027 | Same |
Aon figures: Aon, Annual Salary Increase and Turnover Survey for India 2026-27, 14 Oct 2026.
Attrition is rising again and pay rises are flat at about 9%: 9% in 2026 and 9.1% projected for 2027, per Aon's survey of more than 1,200 organisations (14 Oct 2026). How people feel at work is where an employer can stand apart. A review of 60 study results found team building has "a positive moderate effect across all team outcomes", strongest on how people feel and how they work together (Klein and others, Small Group Research, 2009).
HR and people teams
Your question: Will everyone come, and will everyone enjoy it?
What to check: Mixed fitness, food habits, gender balance, and people who do not drink. Pick a format with a seat for everyone: a workshop, a resort day with gentle and active options, or bowling. Look for a refund rule your approval cycle can live with. Note that India's POSH Act counts "any place visited by the employee arising out of or during the course of employment including transportation by the employer for undertaking such journey" as part of the workplace (Section 2(o), POSH Act, 2013). Your policy travels with the team.
Good picks:
CEO and founders
Your question: Will this change how the team works on Monday?
What to check: Give the day one purpose. Mix teams that never meet. Keep the strategy part short and the shared part long. An overnight stay does more than a long day, because dinner and breakfast are where people talk.
Good picks:
CXOs: technology, operations, marketing and others
Your question: Can my function bond without losing a working day?
What to check: A half day in the city. Escape rooms reward problem solving and clear roles. Laser battle and shooting reward focus. Keep travel under 45 minutes.
Good picks:
CFO and finance
Your question: What is the total, and what are we committing to?
What to check: Price per head times headcount, plus transport. A GST invoice in the company's name. The refund rule on each listing. Weekday and weekend prices can differ at resorts such as The Kanila Resort and Fort Jadhavgadh, so ask for both. Gamera adds a ₹50 card per player, paid at the venue. Awestruck charges no planning fee.
Good picks:
Managers and team leads
Your question: What can I do for eight people this Friday, on my own budget?
What to check: Under 10 people, you can book a listing directly with no quote. Most city activities take 30 to 90 minutes and fit after work.
Good picks:
Sales heads
Your question: How do I reward a big quarter, or fire up a kickoff?
What to check: Sales teams love a scoreboard. Pick an activity with a clear winner: shooting, go-karting or laser battle. For top performers, a reward they will post about: a water sports day in Alibaug or a yacht for the team.
Good picks:
Travel and admin desks
Your question: Who handles timings, food, buses, IDs and the bill?
What to check: One contact for the whole plan. Written confirmation by email. Check in and check out times. ID rules: The Kanila Resort asks for a government photo ID at check in. Tell us if you need a bus and we share what we can arrange with the plan.
Good picks:
Get 3 options that fit my role's checklist.
7Which outing fits each stage of the employee journey?
What moment is your team in right now: a new start, a big win, a hard quarter, or a goodbye?
The right outing depends less on the budget and more on the moment. A new joiner needs low pressure. A team that just hit target wants a scoreboard. A team after a crunch needs quiet. This chapter maps 12 moments to formats you can book.
Picture this. A 40 person team closes the quarter on a Friday. On Monday HR books a Saturday at a Karjat resort. The sales team turns the volleyball match into a grudge game. The finance team wins. Nobody talks about it for the slides, and everybody talks about it for months. That is the job of an outing: one shared story.
Twelve moments, twelve formats
| Moment | What the team needs | Format | Book this |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Onboarding week | Low pressure, small talk made easy | A hands on workshop where nobody is an expert | DIY Fabric Pouch Making, Paintbooth Studio, Juhu, ₹615 |
| 2. A new team or a reorg | Roles, trust, talking to each other | Escape room in groups of 5 to 8 | Operation RAW Spy Room, No Escape, Andheri, ₹1,039 |
| 3. Project kickoff | Energy and a shared plan | Half day: an activity, then lunch together | Lunch & Mocktails, Double Deck, Thane, ₹1,039 |
| 4. Target hit, quarter closed | Celebration with a winner | A contest with a score | Rifle & Pistol Combo, Champions, ₹1,955 |
| 5. Sales kickoff | Fire, rivalry, belonging | A day away with team games | Day Picnic, Pinewood Resort, Karjat, ₹2,711 |
| 6. Appraisal season | Calm, no ranking | Something with no winner | Ceramic Pottery, Meetakriti Art Studio, ₹1,343 |
| 7. After a crunch | Rest and release | A smash room or a quiet group session | Chill Mode Smash Room, Andheri, ₹579 or Mind Detox, The Spiritual Tree, Borivali, ₹1,587, 5 to 10 people |
| 8. Festival season | Togetherness, food, fun | An evening game, then dinner | Bowling And Arcade Combo, Gamera Playverse, ₹785 |
| 9. Leadership offsite | Time to think and talk | One night away | Group Staycation, The Kanila Resort, ₹4,765 |
| 10. Promotions and work anniversaries | A small, special thank you | A private experience for a few | Yacht Day for Team, Book my Sailing, ₹5,742 |
| 11. Client appreciation | A memorable host moment | A yacht or a cooking class | Sushi Workshop, Just Appetite, Andheri, ₹3,228 |
| 12. Farewell or retirement | Warmth, stories, a good meal | Lunch with a light activity | Bowling Game Pass, Gamera Playverse, ₹330 |
Prices on 10 Nov 2026.
Why appraisal season needs a different outing
In the weeks ratings come out, people are already being ranked at work. A contest that ranks them again can sting. Pick an outing with no winner, such as a pottery or painting workshop, where everyone leaves with something they made.
Why new joiners should not start with a contest
New people do not know the in jokes yet. A competitive game puts them on the spot. A workshop gives them something to do with their hands while they talk, which is the easiest way to make a first friend at work.
The year at a glance
Indian companies mostly run on an April to March financial year. That sets the rhythm below.
| Months | What is happening | Outing that fits |
|---|---|---|
| January to February | Annual planning, sales kickoffs | Leadership offsite, kickoff day at a resort |
| March | Year end push, Women's Day on 8 March | Celebration after targets, creative workshops |
| April to June | Appraisals, new financial year, new joiners | Calm workshops, onboarding outings |
| June to September | Monsoon | Resort days with rain dance and pool, or indoor city games |
| August to September | Ganeshotsav in Mumbai, heavy traffic on festival days | Short in city outings near the office |
| October to November | Navratri, Diwali | Festival evenings, bowling nights, team dinners |
| December | Year end parties | Book early. December fills fast |
JanLeadership offsite, kickoff day at a resort
FebLeadership offsite, kickoff day at a resort
MarCelebration after targets, creative workshops
AprCalm workshops, onboarding outings
MayCalm workshops, onboarding outings
JunCalm workshops, onboarding outingsResort days with rain dance and pool, or indoor city games
JulResort days with rain dance and pool, or indoor city games
AugResort days with rain dance and pool, or indoor city gamesShort in city outings near the office
SepResort days with rain dance and pool, or indoor city gamesShort in city outings near the office
OctFestival evenings, bowling nights, team dinners
NovFestival evenings, bowling nights, team dinners
DecBook early. December fills fast
Pick your moment. We send 3 options that fit it.
8How much should you budget, and how do you get it approved?
What number will your finance team say yes to without a meeting?
Budget per head, times headcount, plus transport, plus a small buffer for extras. City games rarely include food; resort picnics do. Awestruck charges no planning fee, gives corporate teams up to 25% off, and issues a GST invoice.
What each budget buys
| Budget per person | What you can book | Food |
|---|---|---|
| Under ₹1,000 | Bowling, pool, a smash room, go-karting, an air rifle session, a fabric workshop | Not included |
| ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 | Escape rooms, laser battle, pottery, painting, rifle and pistol combos, a village or resort day picnic | Included at day picnics |
| ₹2,500 to ₹5,000 | Cooking workshops, a confidence workshop, Fort Jadhavgadh, Kamshet, an overnight team stay | Included at day trips and stays |
| Above ₹5,000 | A premium workshop for up to 20, or a team yacht for up to 6 | Depends on the plan |
Three worked budgets
Prices on 10 Nov 2026, before any corporate discount. Transport not included.
| Plan | Price per person | People | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday bowling night, Ghansoli, plus a ₹50 Gamera card each at the venue | ₹330 | 20 | ₹6,600 |
| Resort day picnic with three meals, The Kanila Resort, Karjat, booked as 4 groups of 10 | ₹2,077 | 40 | ₹83,080 |
| Leadership offsite, Group Staycation, The Kanila Resort | ₹4,765 | 15 | ₹71,475 |
Use the calculator on the page to run your own numbers.
What is included, and what is not
- City activities usually cover the activity only. Food and drinks are extra.
- Resort day picnics include the meals named on the listing. The Kanila Resort includes breakfast, lunch and hi-tea. Extra food, drinks or activities at the property are charged separately.
- Overnight stays at The Kanila Resort include the stay, pool, lunch, hi-tea, dinner and breakfast.
- Transport is not included unless your plan says so. Tell us if you need a bus.
Five ways to spend less
- Go on a weekday. Resorts such as The Kanila Resort and Fort Jadhavgadh price weekdays and weekends differently.
- Book through Awestruck's corporate team. Up to 25% off for corporate teams, on top of free planning.
- Choose one venue that includes meals. One bill instead of an activity bill plus a restaurant bill.
- Fix the headcount before you pay. Many listings cannot be cancelled. A firm list is the cheapest insurance.
- Book early for December and festival weeks. Popular dates go first.
Refund risk, venue by venue
If your headcount may change, pick a venue with a refund window.
| Venue | Rule on the listing, 10 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|
| The Kanila Resort, day picnic and group stay | Full refund if cancelled at least 4 days before |
| The NEGATIVE, Clown-fidence | Refundable only if cancelled at least 4 days before |
| Pinewood Resort | 5% or ₹500, whichever is higher, deducted more than 7 days before; 50% of the advance deducted from 7 days to 48 hours; no refund within 48 hours |
| Entartica Sea World | Non refundable; reschedule up to 24 hours before |
| No Escape | Non refundable; you can reschedule |
| Monteria Village, Fort Jadhavgadh, Kamshet Adventure Club | Cannot be cancelled once booked |
Awestruck's own rule sits on top: a full refund to your Awestruck wallet if you cancel within 5 minutes of booking, and a full refund or credit if the venue cancels for weather, safety or government orders (Awestruck cancellation policy).
The approval pack your finance team wants
When you ask for options, you get them in writing. Forward this to finance:
- Activity, venue, date and time
- Price per person and the total for your headcount
- What is included and what is not
- The cancellation rule
- GST invoice details for the company
- Payment terms, which you confirm with us before booking
Tax treatment of employee outings is a question for your tax team, not this page.
Tell us your budget per head. We send 3 options at or under it, with a written approval pack.
- Confirmed the moment you pay
- Every venue quality checked
- Free planning for groups of 10 or more
9What is the planning timeline, step by step?
How many WhatsApp messages did your last outing take to plan?
For a team of 20 or more, start three weeks out. For December and festival weeks, start five weeks out. For a team under 10, a few days is often enough. Here is the full run, with what you do and what Awestruck does.
The timeline
- Three to five weeks before: set the brief. Goal, rough headcount, budget per person, two or three possible dates, and the city. Send it through the form. Takes a minute.
- Within 10 hours: get 3 options. Each with price per person, total, what is included and the cancellation rule. Free.
- Two to three weeks before: pick one and get approval. Forward the written options to your approver (see the approval pack in the budgets section). Ask about food, transport and access needs now, not later.
- One to two weeks before: lock the headcount and pay. You get a confirmation by email and a call from the Awestruck team.
- One week before: brief the team. Send the one page note below.
- Two days before: final checks. Headcount, transport times, weather if it is monsoon, and IDs for resort check in.
- On the day: one point of contact. Questions and changes go to one place: the Awestruck team that planned it.
- The day after: close the loop. Share photos, thank the team, and ask three questions (below).
The one page note to your team
Copy, fill in and send:
Team outing: [activity], [venue], [area] Date and time: [date], reach by [time], back by [time] Getting there: [bus from office at time / own travel, map link] Wear: [closed shoes / swimwear for the pool / comfortable clothes] Bring: [government photo ID for resort check in / water bottle] Food: [what is included, veg and non veg] On the day contact: [name] Cannot make it? Tell [name] by [date], because the booking cannot be changed after that.
Three questions to ask the day after
- What did you enjoy most?
- Would you go again, yes or no?
- One idea for next time.
Three answers from each person tell you more than a long survey, and the third question writes your next brief for you.
Planning checklist
- Goal for the day in one line
- Budget per person approved
- Headcount, with a cut off date for changes
- Date, with a backup
- Venue, inclusions and cancellation rule in writing
- Transport there and back
- Food, with vegetarian options
- Access needs and any age limits checked
- Conduct policy shared, and a named contact for concerns
- Emergency contact list
- GST invoice details sent
- Photo consent: ask before anyone posts
Send your brief now and get 3 options within 10 hours.
10How do you keep the outing safe, compliant and inclusive?
Who in your team is most likely to stay home, and why?
A great outing is one everyone can join and nobody regrets. Three things decide that: safety at the venue, your conduct policy away from the office, and a plan that fits every kind of person on the team.
Your policies travel with the team
India's POSH Act, 2013, counts "any place visited by the employee arising out of or during the course of employment including transportation by the employer for undertaking such journey" as part of the workplace (Section 2(o), POSH Act). In practice:
- Share your conduct policy in the team note before the day.
- Name one person people can go to with a concern on the day.
- If the company arranges the bus, the bus counts too.
- If drinks are part of a later plan, arrange safe transport home.
This is a plain English summary, not legal advice. Your HR or legal team has the final word.
Safety at the venue
Every venue passes Awestruck's quality checks before it is listed. The listing then tells you the rest:
| Check | Where you find it | Example from a listing |
|---|---|---|
| Age limits | Listing details | Pinewood Resort's adventure activities are for ages 10 and up. Entartica's water sports are for adults |
| Footwear and clothing | Listing terms | Pinewood asks for closed shoes with good grip for adventure activities. Champions shooting requires closed shoes |
| Weather | Listing terms | Entartica's rides depend on weather, wind, sea conditions and operator clearance |
| ID | Listing details | The Kanila Resort asks for a government photo ID at check in |
| Alcohol | Listing details | Alcohol is not allowed on board the Book my Sailing yacht. Shooting ranges ban alcohol inside |
| Health | Listing terms | Some activities ask you to mention any medical condition in advance |
At pools and water activities, ask the venue whether a lifeguard is on duty, and keep non swimmers in the shallow end.
Inclusion checklist
| Who might stay home | What helps |
|---|---|
| People who do not drink | A daytime plan, or an evening built around a game, not a bar |
| Vegetarians and people with food rules | A venue with vegetarian meals, confirmed in writing. Ask about other food needs when you send the brief |
| Parents of young children | A weekday plan that ends by early evening |
| Women travelling home late | An end time your policy sets, and transport home |
| People with limited mobility | Ask the venue about steps, ramps and seating before you book, and pick a format with a seated role |
| Quiet people | Formats with roles beyond the spotlight: a workshop, an escape room, a scorekeeper's job |
| Remote colleagues | A date planned early enough to travel, or a separate online session |
| People of every faith | Avoid dates on major festivals unless the outing is the festival celebration |
Photos and privacy
Ask before posting photos of colleagues. Some venues limit photos in certain areas. One shared album, with an opt out, keeps everyone comfortable.
Tell us who is coming, including any access or food needs. We check each one with the venue before you pay.
FAQ: 27 questions about corporate outings
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What is a corporate outing?
A planned trip or activity for a team, paid for by the company, away from the desk. It can last an hour, a day or a night.
What is the difference between a team outing, team building and an offsite?
A team outing is mainly for fun together. Team building adds a goal, such as better problem solving. An offsite takes the team away, often overnight, to plan and bond.
What are employee engagement activities?
Shared experiences that help people feel connected to their work and each other: outings, workshops, wellness sessions and contests. Gallup's 2026 report puts engagement in India at 23%.
How much does a corporate outing near Mumbai cost?
₹330 to ₹2,297 a person for city games, ₹615 to ₹5,008 for workshops, ₹1,364 to ₹3,786 for day picnics with meals, and from ₹4,765 a person for an overnight group stay. Prices on 10 Nov 2026.
Do you charge a planning fee?
No. Planning is free. You pay only for what you book.
What price do we see?
The all in price, before you pay, with GST and other charges shown. Corporate teams get up to 25% off.
Do corporate teams get a discount?
Yes, up to 25% off for corporate teams, on top of free planning.
Can we get a GST invoice?
Yes. Companies get a GST invoice for company payments.
How fast will you reply?
Within 10 hours, 7 days a week, Sundays too.
How early should we book?
One to two weeks for big teams, a few days for small ones. Start earlier for December and festival weeks.
What is the best one day corporate outing near Mumbai?
A resort day picnic in the Karjat and Khalapur belt. The Kanila Resort (₹2,077, three meals), Pinewood Resort (₹2,711, three meals) and Monteria Village (from ₹1,364) all run full days.
What are good corporate picnic spots near Mumbai?
Karjat and Khalapur for resorts and village picnics, Alibaug for water sports, and Vasai for adventure parks and a water park.
Where can Pune teams go for a day outing?
Fort Jadhavgadh on the Hadapsar Saswad road, with a fort museum tour and buffet meals, or Kamshet Adventure Club, about 60 km from Pune Junction, on weekends.
What can we do after office hours?
Bowling, laser battle, an escape room, pool, a smash room or a short workshop. Most take under 90 minutes.
Can you plan for 100 people or more?
Yes. A resort day, or several activities run in batches. Tell us early so we can confirm what each venue can handle.
Can we book for a team under 10 ourselves?
Yes. Book any listing directly. For 10 or more, send the form and we plan the split.
Is food included?
At resort day picnics, yes, as named on the listing. City games and workshops usually do not include food.
Do you arrange transport?
Tell us if your team needs a bus. We share what we can arrange with the plan.
Can we hold a meeting at the offsite?
Tell us what the meeting needs, such as a hall, projector or sound. We check with the resort and confirm before you pay.
What if it rains?
Pick indoor activities in the monsoon, or a resort with indoor space. If the venue cancels for weather, you get a full refund or credit.
What if we need to cancel?
Each venue has its own rule, shown before you pay. Some refund in full 4 days before; some cannot be cancelled. Lock the headcount first.
Are the venues safe?
Every venue passes Awestruck's quality checks before it is listed. Safety rules for adventure activities are shared before you book.
What are good office party ideas?
A bowling night, a laser battle, a workshop with food after, or a sunset yacht sail for a small team.
What are good year end party ideas?
Indoor games for an evening, a yacht for a small team, or a resort day picnic. December fills up fast, so lock the plan early.
Which cities do you cover?
Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Vasai Virar, Mira Bhayandar, Karjat, Alibaug, Lonavala, Khandala and near Pune. For other cities, share your plan and we will say honestly what we can book.
Can our employees book their own weekend plans?
Yes. They can use the free Awestruck app, where Awwee, the AI, suggests plans nearby and books in the same chat.
How do we contact Awestruck?
Use the form on this page, or email connect@bookawestruck.com.
Glossary: 12 planning words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Offsite | Time away from the office for planning and bonding, often overnight |
| Team outing | A shared activity or trip, mainly for fun |
| Team building | An activity with a goal, such as trust or problem solving |
| Employee engagement | How connected people feel to their work and workplace |
| Day picnic | A full day at a resort or farm, usually with meals and activities |
| Staycation | A short stay near home, here one night at a resort |
| Hi-tea | Afternoon tea and snacks |
| Per head | The price for one person |
| Headcount lock | The date after which numbers cannot change |
| GST invoice | A tax invoice in the company's name |
| Batching | Splitting a big team into groups that play one after another |
| POSH | India's law on sexual harassment at the workplace, 2013 |
Still deciding? Tell us your group size, city and budget. We send 3 options with prices within 10 hours.
- Confirmed the moment you pay
- Every venue quality checked
- Free planning for groups of 10 or more
Sources
Every price on this page was read from the live Awestruck listing on 10 Nov 2026.
We checked every featured listing live, read Gallup's and Aon's latest India workplace data, the POSH Act, and peer reviewed research on team building. Venues cannot pay for a place in this guide.
| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| Awestruck listings featured on this page (checked 10 Nov 2026) | Prices, timings, group sizes, inclusions, cancellation rules |
| Awestruck team outings page | Free planning, GST invoice, up to 25% off, reply time, team size guide, cities covered |
| Awestruck cancellation policy | 5 minute free window, weather cancellations, refunds |
| Gallup, State of the Global Workplace 2026, India data | Engagement 23%, daily stress, sadness and loneliness |
| Aon, Annual Salary Increase and Turnover Survey for India 2026-27, 14 Oct 2026 | Attrition 2024 to 2026, salary increase 2026 and 2027 |
| Klein and others, "Does team building work?", Small Group Research, 2009 | Effect of team building |
| POSH Act, 2013, Section 2(o), Patna High Court copy | Workplace includes places visited and employer transport |
| Maharashtra Tourism, Lonavala | Lonavala distances from Mumbai and Pune, Tiger's Leap |
| Wikipedia, Lonavala | Lonavala and Khandala as twin hill stations |
| Wikipedia, Matheran | No private cars, taxis from Neral to Aman Lodge, Karjat taluka |
| Lokmat Times, Neral Matheran train services resume, 6 Nov 2025 | Toy train pause in the monsoon |
| Wikipedia, Khopoli | Khopoli in Khalapur taluka |
| Wikipedia, Kamshet | Kamshet on the Pune side of Lonavala |