Entertainment and Nightlife in Mount Abu

Mount Abu the hill station on the Aravalli range, is popularly known as the “Oasis of Rajasthan.” The place welcomes with its soothing weather and lovely tourist spots. People having an affinity towards nature and forest can go for adventure tourism over here. There is a fair share of entertainment facilities available, especially for the tourists.

Entertainment Options in Mount Abu

Trekking in Mount Abu

Mount Abu with its hilly canvas, is a trekker’s delight. There are few good trekking trails where one can shed some sweat, among the quiet nature and breathe fresh air. One can sweat their time scaling the rocks and abseiling. Few of the popular trekking trails over here are Bridal Path, Mini Nakki Lake, Tiger Path, Craigs Path, Beyley's Walk, and Trevor's Tank. “Mount Abu Treks” and “Sri Ganesh Hotel” are two well known trek operator who arrange for different short and long treks for tourists. These exciting treks can be for 3-4 hours, half day, full day or overnight. The charges vary from Rs 280/- to Rs 1250/- per person. Tourists can enjoy star gazing while staying in the tents amidst nature.

Boating in Nakki Lake

Mount Abu also offers leisure boating on the Nakki lake. Families come here to enjoy a relaxed boat ride among the serene nature. Shikara, Pedalo and Gondola shaped boats are available and around Rs 50/- to Rs 100/- is required for a 30 minutes enjoyment. There are pony rides along the sides of the lake, with rates not high. This is massively popular among the families, especially with kids. The lazy strolls along the beautiful lake are quite entertaining.

Skating in Mount Abu

For fun lovers there is the Roller Skating Rink, located at the town centre. For 9am to 5pm throughout the week people can be seen zigzagging their way crazily. Professionals are happily helping tourists and locals who don’t know how to balance.

Meditational Halls in Mount Abu

Universal Peace Hall and Brahma Kumari Society are two places for people who love spirituality. The beautiful large halls with their divine calmness are a different type of entertainment in itself. People visit these places quite often and take part in small meditation courses or visit the museum. Some of the yoga and meditation centers are mentioned below;

Om Shanti Bhawan
Address: Near Nakki Lake, Mount Abu.

Shantivan
Phone: 02974-228001

Gyan Sarovar
Phone: 02974-238788

Pandav Bhawan
Phone: 02974-238261

Cinema Halls in Mount Abu

With modernization taking place on the hills, Mount Abu people has got few good movie theatres. Vishnu Talkies and Mahaveer Talkies are well known for good seating arrangements and Dolby sounds. People visit to watch new Hindi and local language movie screenings. Shopping malls have not come up over here, but there are a plethora of shops and retail stores operating across the known marketplaces. Some of the major cinema halls are mentioned below;

Vishnu Talkies
Address: Ambaji Road, Kesar Ganj, Abu Road, Rajasthan

Mahaveer Talkies
Address: Chand Mari Road, near Sai Vihar Colony, Abu Road, Rajasthan

Kailash Talkies
Address: Near Gafur Bhai Kabbadi, Manpur, Abu Road, Rajasthan

Restaurants and Coffee Shop

There are many restaurants in the town, offering both traditional and international cuisines. If you are looking for local tastes, there is absolutely no dearth of good restaurants and eateries. Cafe Coffee Day and Cafe Shikibo are few well known joints among the teens.

Nightlife Options in Mount Abu

With regards to nightlife, Mount Abu presents some posh pubs serving exotic drinks. Keeping aside the shady bars, these sophisticated bars/pubs support the taste of up-market public. Cavalry Bar, 7th Heaven, Surahi Bar, Kalali Bar are few of the renowned bars serving exquisite varieties of wines, spirits and cocktails. People can enjoy a relaxed weekend with friends over a good drink. Some of the best lounge and bars are mentioned below;

Kalali Bar
Address: C/O Hilltone Hotel, Post Box No. 18, Near Bus Stand
Main Street, Mount Abu - 307501
Phone: +(91)-2974-238391, 238392, 238393, 238394

Surahi Bar
Address: C/O Hotel Hillock, Post Box No 40, Sirohi, Mount Abu - 307501
Phone: +(91)-2974-238463, 238464, 238465, 235101

Cavalry Bar
Address: Cama Rajputana Club Resort, Adhar Devi Road, Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Phone: +912974238206, +912974238205

Lunch Bar
Address: Connaught House, Rajendra Marg, Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Phone: +912974238560

7th Heaven
Address: Sunrise Palace, Bharatpur Kothi, Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Phone: +(91)-9784430082

Pool Bar
Address: Jaipur House, Near Nakki Lake, Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Phone: +912974235176

To round up, the entertainment scenario of Mount Abu is pretty vibrant. Though the socio-economic scenario for the place has not developed much, the exposure of tourists from different cosmopolitan cities has affected the desire of modern entertainment facilities in the hill station.