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A small flourishing village in the Mahad region of Maharashtra is Kolad. The place is sanctified with natural plants and lush greenery. Amidst the surroundings of the majestic Sahyadris, the wonderful valleys and marshlands give it a scenic appearance.
Kolad is popular for its abundant waterfalls, rough topography and rocky mountains. For those who are passionate about trekking, well this is the perfect place. During the monsoon season, trekking in this region has a unique charm and the place is popular. River rafting is one amongst the most exciting adventure sports and witnesses a large tourist draw for it.
Kayaking, paragliding and river crossing are other sports which are famous here. The picturesque locale with enthralling and astonishing sights is highly recommended for those who would want to enjoy the exquisite warmth of nature while participating in the exhilarating adventure activities.
Best Time To Visit Kolad
Kolad is a year-round destination, and can be visited throughout the year. However, many prefer to visit the place during the months starting from June until March. The monsoons are the best seasons to capture the true beauty of the place apart from the winters.
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How To Reach Kolad
By Air: Chatrapathi Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai is the nearest airport which is located at a distance of 125 km from here. The airport has flights connecting to all the major airports across the country as well as to a few abroad.
By Train: Kolad railway station is well connected to all the major towns and cities across the state and across the country.
By Road: Kolad is well connected by roads and has regular buses which operate from Mumbai and Pune at regular intervals. Mumbai is at a distance of approximately 122 km from here and Pune is around 114 km away from here, which makes it an excellent weekend getaway from both the cities.
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Kundalika River
Prepare yourself for some high voltage, captivating and spine-chilling moments in the waters of Kundalika. An adrenaline rush will make you head to the rapids and the fun gets better every minute.
Surrounded by the Sahyadri Ranges, the beautiful river gives rise to one of the most amazing white water rafting sessions.
The Kundalika river welcomes adventure seekers throughout the year; be it summer, winter or monsoons, people just love the waters here and its surrounding scenery.
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Kuda Caves
Kuda is well known for the Buddhist caves found here. The rock cut caves are seen as a spectacular example of Buddhist cave art and architectural excellence.
One can find rock cut images of elephants which are found at the front gate of the caves. The Kuda Caves are located on a hilly terrain which provides a breathtaking view of the surroundings; the caves are believed to be built during the 1st and 6th centuries.
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Tamhini Falls
Tamhini Falls, also known as Valse is another important tourist attraction in Kolad. The place is filled with tourists during the monsoon season as the water flows past rocks and makes it a breathtaking sight to watch. The place also gives one a spectacular view of the valley and also a chance to get closer to mother nature.
The waterfall is surrounded by lush green forests and is home to a large variety of birds which migrate from different parts of the world and make this place their temporary home.
Bhira Dam
Bhira Dam, also known as Tata Power House Dam was constructed in the year 1927 by the Tata Power Company and was regarded as one of the biggest hydroelectric projects in India during that point of time.
The dam is surrounded by lush greenery and a picture perfect landscape. The dam supplies water for irrigation as well as power to various industries in Mumbai and Pune.
