Nestled in the district of Raigad on the river banks of Kundalika, Kolad stands tall as one of the finest adventure destinations that Maharashtra has to offer and holds fame for its fun river rafting options and gorgeous river views. It is about 120 km away from Mumbai and 145 km from Pune and welcomes adventure enthusiasts, camp enthusiasts, nature lovers as well as companies all round the year. Kolad encloses the traveler with forests, rivers, and waterfalls and has rugged hills providing you with thrilling entertainment and a blissful countryside experience.Major Attractions: Kundalika River, Tamhini Ghat, Bhira Dam, Sutarwadi Lake, Ghosala Fort, Devkund Waterfall, Tala FortTop Activities: River rafting, kayaking, ziplining, camping, waterfall trekking, rappelling, nature walks, photographyDuration: 2 DaysBest Time to Visit: June to FebruaryThe finest attribute and attraction of Kolad is white-water rafting conducted on the river, kundalika. The controlled release of water from the bhira dam during the best season, and a good share of water flow throughout, facilitates you to have great rafting condition for maximum time of the year. So if we consider the river rafting options across India, Kolad is one of the unique spot where you can enjoy rafting any time of the year. Apart from rafting in riverkundalika, there are many adventure sports such asKayaking, Zipline, rappelling, traversing across Burma Bridges, trekking in water fall that are conducted under the care of experienced at the several camp grounds in kolad and can be practiced by absolute beginner to hardcore extreme adventurer. For Nature lovers there is a Devkund waterfall(best hidden waterfall ofMaharashtra) accessed through some trek or there can be a peaceful time enjoyed at the Sutarwadi lake surrounded by vegetations all through the way. Enjoy the views from the Tamhini Ghats when there are falls gushing on the hilly slopes during the rains and you get a surreal scene with a blanket of mist over the complete valley. Kolad’s thrill doesn’t stop at the water rafting sports, and trekking on waterfalls in Kolad can also be one awesome experience and Zipline as well as an array of adventure activities like rappelling on waterfall and Burma bridges will truly prove challenging for even adventurous lovers with amazing skills of balancing. Kolad’s scenic views house some excellent adventure camps and homestays and nobody would forget Bonfire, music, games and stargazing with one’s companions and friends by the riverside and local cuisine if flavored with traditional Maharashtrian taste on top of everything. No matter whatever be your reason to make your plans. Whether for an adventuresomeWeekend’ or a leisurely stay with Nature as your companion, Kolad is there to satisfy you and is considered as best weekened holiday plan from Mumbai and Pune.
