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Mapro Garden is a popular strawberry-themed garden and food destination between Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani, about 9 km from Mahabaleshwar. It is famous for fresh strawberry-and-cream, pizzas, milkshakes, a chocolate and jam factory outlet, a plant nursery and a kids’ play area. Entry is free and it is open daily, roughly 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.
What is Mapro Garden?
Mapro Garden is the flagship attraction of Mapro (Mahabaleshwar Products), the company that made the region’s strawberries famous. Set on the Mahabaleshwar–Panchgani road, it combines a landscaped garden, a product showroom, a hugely popular food court, and a factory outlet for jams, crushes, chocolates and squashes. It has become an almost compulsory stop for visitors, especially families, and is known for its fresh strawberry-with-cream and wood-fired pizzas.
Mapro Garden timings, entry fee & facts
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What can you do at Mapro Garden?
- Food court: famous for pizzas, sandwiches, strawberry shakes and the signature strawberry-cream.
- Chocolate & product outlet: buy jams, crushes, syrups and freshly made chocolates at factory prices.
- Garden & nursery: a landscaped walk with a plant nursery where you can buy saplings.
- Kids’ play area: keeps children entertained.
- Strawberry Festival: held in summer (usually April), with tastings, live music and food stalls.
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When is the best time to visit Mapro Garden?
The strawberry season (December–March) is the best time, when fresh berries are in peak supply. The Mapro Strawberry Festival, usually in April, is a big draw but very crowded. Weekdays are calmer than weekends. The garden is a good all-weather stop, pleasant even during the monsoon.
How to reach Mapro Garden
Mapro Garden is about 9 km from Mahabaleshwar and 6 km from Panchgani, right on the connecting road, making it an easy stop on any sightseeing route. Satara Car Rentals can include Mapro Garden along with Parsi Point, Table Land and the Panchgani attractions in a single trip. Call +91 77438 56852 to plan your day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entry fee for Mapro Garden?
Mapro Garden has free entry. You only pay for the food, products and any activities you choose.
What are Mapro Garden timings?
Mapro Garden is generally open daily from about 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Timings may be extended during the strawberry season and festival.
What is Mapro Garden famous for?
Mapro Garden is famous for fresh strawberry-and-cream, wood-fired pizzas, strawberry milkshakes, its chocolate and jam factory outlet, and the annual Strawberry Festival.
When is the Mapro Strawberry Festival?
The Mapro Strawberry Festival is usually held in April, at the peak of the strawberry season, with tastings, food stalls and live entertainment.
How far is Mapro Garden from Mahabaleshwar?
Mapro Garden is about 9 km from Mahabaleshwar and 6 km from Panchgani, on the road connecting the two towns.