Karnala is a protected wildlife park situated on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra, approximately 50 km from Mumbai. Karnala is a tiny sanctuary which is barely 4.8 sq km. It is situated in the mountain range of the Western Ghats and is surrounded by several hills and it is a trekker's paradise.

Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located at the bottom of Karnala fort which is a paradise for bird watchers.

Karnala Fort was constructed during the 13th century. Karnala Fort engulfs a steep rock in the middle of greenish surroundings. The doorway of the fort is adorned with many carvings of elephants and tigers. Water reservoirs are developed naturally in the rocks.

By Road

Mumbai to Karnala : Mumbai – Panvel – Karnala

Pune to Karnala : Pune – Lonavala – Panvel – Karnala