About Saputara Ropeway
Saputara Ropeway, also known as Pushpak Ropeway, is a cable car attraction in Saputara, the hill station in Dang district, Gujarat. It connects the lower station near Saputara Lake area to Sunset Point (Governor's Hill) offering aerial views of the Sahyadri ranges, Dang forests and the town. Operated with support from Gujarat tourism, it is a popular sightseeing ride for panoramic valley views and sunset viewing.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a short cable car ride in enclosed gondolas from the base station to the hilltop Sunset Point. The ride offers aerial views of Saputara town, Saputara Lake, dense Dang forests and surrounding Sahyadri hills. At the top, there is an open viewpoint area for sightseeing, photography and sunset viewing, with small food stalls and seating nearby.
Key highlights
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Cable car ride between Saputara base station and Sunset Point
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Panoramic aerial views of Saputara valley and Dang forests
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Sunset viewing from Governor's Hill viewpoint
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Photo opportunities of Sahyadri ranges and Saputara Lake
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Easy access to hilltop without trekking
History of Saputara Ropeway
Developed as a tourism infrastructure project promoted by Gujarat Tourism to enhance visitor access to Sunset Point and promote Saputara as Gujarat's hill station destination
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Surat Airport (about 160 km) and Nashik Airport (about 85 km); onward journey by road |
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| By train | Nearest railheads are Waghai (about 50 km) and Bilimora (about 90 km); taxis and buses available from stations to Saputara |