Summer & spring
Comfortable for walking and family travel, but popular weekends need earlier booking and patient parking.
Best time to visit
Choose a season.
Not just a date.
The belt changes character through the year. There is no single perfect month—only the month that suits your pace.
Monsoon
Mist, deep green forests and slower roads. Keep plans flexible and follow current weather and road advice.
Autumn & winter
Clearer views, colder evenings and quieter stretches. Start early because daylight disappears quickly.
Winter
January
Cold, quiet mornings and clear light. Pack real layers; short daylight rewards an early start.Late winter
February
Still crisp, often peaceful, with spring only beginning to hint at the edges.Spring
March
A comfortable shoulder month for walking, with the forest waking gradually.Summer
April
Bright walking weather and a popular escape from the plains. Book weekends early.Summer
May
Lively and family-friendly, with longer days and more traffic around the classics.Early monsoon edge
June
Warm-season travel continues, but the first rain can begin changing road conditions.Monsoon
July
Deep green, dramatic mist and frequent rain. Beautiful, slower and more road-sensitive.Monsoon
August
The forest is at its most saturated. Build slack into every drive and avoid risky shortcuts.Monsoon retreat
September
Rain begins easing, landscapes stay green and clear windows feel especially rewarding.Autumn
October
Crisper views, pleasant walking and festive travel. A strong all-round month.Late autumn
November
Clearer air and cooler evenings, with a calmer feel after the festive rush.Winter