1. Tahini Falls: Tamhini Falls, also known as Valse, is one of the places to visit during the Kolad trip. The falls are located in a dense forest in the midst of valleys. Visitors can enjoy visiting these beautiful falls and can also opt for a swim or simply play with the water of the fall. Visitors going to this place during monsoon also get to see various beautiful bird species. Also, during this time, the water force of the fall increases, and visitors feel delighted to see the gushing water.
Location - Kolad.
2. Ghosala Fort: Ghosala Fort is situated in the middle of Revdanda and the Salav Creeks in the form of a narrow strip. Visitors may wish to trek to this place. The fort, famous for its amazing architecture, has two temples and one dargah inside with two beautiful idols of Sharabh near the main gate. Visitors get lost in the history of the place when visiting this 16th-century fort and walking through the prisons, parapets, stores, and chambers of ancient times.
Location - Ghosala, Roha Hills, Kolad.
3. Kuda Caves: This place is said to have been built between the period of the 1st to 6th centuries. Built by the Buddhists, the place has a collection of 26 rock-cut caves which are wonderful places if one wants to trace the history of Buddhism. The entrance of each cave has beautiful sculptures of two elephants. Inside the caves, there are several paintings, intricate patterns, and inscriptions on the walls of the cave which mesmerize the visitors. The caves also have the stupas of Lord Buddha. Visitors love to visit this place during Kolad Trip.
Location - Janjira Hills , Raigad.
4. Taragarh Fort: Built-in 4th century by King Bhoja Raja, this fort is situated at a height of 1000ft above sea level in the middle of hilly terrains and forests and is a 20-meter wide narrow strip. The main gate has an idol of lord Veer Maruti. Once visitors reach the main gate, they need to take a short trek to the top of the fort. The trek takes around 45 mins. Owing to its height, the fort primarily acts as a viewpoint. Visitors get enthralled when they view the lush greenery along with the beautiful river Rajouri from this fort.
Location - Tala, Maharashtra.
5. Bhira Dam: Bhira Dam, also known as the Tata Power House dam was built by Tata Power Company in 1927. Kundalika River, which is famous for water rafting and other water sports, flows from this dam. This place is very picturesque and is ideal for a picnic. Visitors can also opt for a boat ride in the reservoir. Some visitors also opt for camping near this dam and visit the beautiful Devkund Waterfall nearby.
Location - Bhira, Maharashtra.
6. Kolad Museum: Kolad Museum, popularly known as the Kolad’s Kashta Shilpa, is a must-visit place during Kolar trip. The museum is popular for bamboo and wooden structures made by Ramesh Ghone. Some of his famous works include lamps and bas-relief carvings. Apart from these, the museum also has wood carvings of birds and human beings. Visitors, while on a visit to this place, can not only feast their eyes on the beautiful structures but can also opt to purchase a few as mementos.
Location - Rated, Maharashtra.
Timings - Every day from 9 am to 6 pm.
7. Sutarwadi Lake: Sutarwadi Lake, situated in the middle of the Sahyadri mountain range, is an ideal place for bird watching. The calm and serene lake is surrounded by lush green mountains that attract visitors who love to spend some peaceful time just enjoying the beauty of the place.
Location - Sahyadri mountain, Kolad.
Kolad is an ideal place for several different kinds of adventurous activities owing to its location amongst the mountains. The beautiful fast flowing Kundalika river originating from the Sahyadris mountain adds to the fun with several options of water activities. Thrillophilia offers several fun-filled Kolad Tour Packages for visitors to choose from. Some of them are -
1. River Rafting: Kolad is famous for water sports and River Rafting is the most popular activity for Kolad Trip. Visitors feel their adrenaline shoot up while rafting down the cold gushing waters of river Kundalika for 12kms. The rafting is done through grade 2 and grade 3. The lush forest on both sides of the river adds to the beauty.
Location - Kolad.
Entry Fee/Price - Rs. 1200 per adult.
Timings: From 9 am in the morning. The duration of the rafting is 5 hours.
2. Bungee Jumping: Kolad Tour Packages include the fun activity of Bungee jumping when visitors let their bodies jump from 40 meters. There is a fixed platform above where people are fixed with a safety harness prior to the jump. Experts check for the bungee jumping cord, other equipment and procedures are in place before they allow the guest to jump.
There is a minimum age of 18 years and a 40 kg weight requirement for the jump. Those weighing above 110 kgs or are above the age of 50 are not allowed to partake in this daredevil adventure.
Location - Kolad.
Entry Fee/Price - Rs.2250 per adult.
Timings - The activity takes a full day.
3. Kayaking: Kayaking is a simple activity that all nature lovers, as well as adventure lovers, enjoy. A kayak is a small, narrow watercraft that is typically propelled using a double-bladed paddle. To indulge in kayaking, only a life jacket and a paddle are required. Experience instructors give instructions before the visitors embark on the journey as a part of Kolad Tour Packages.
There is a minimum age of 7 years and 35 kg weight requirement for kayaking. Those weighing above 110 kgs or are not allowed to partake in this journey through the serene, calm, and natural surroundings.
Location - Kolad.
Entry Fee/Price - Rs.350 per adult.
Timings - Anytime between 9 AM- 6 PM.
Activity Duration: 45 Minutes.
4. Riverside Camping: Kolad Tour Packages offer camping at the riverside for a night. Each group is provided with a private camping area where they can host their own camps. Staying in on a double sharing basis. Evenings are spent with fun activities around a campfire with a barbecue dinner.
Location - Kolad.
Entry Fee/Price - Rs.2,100 per adult.
Timings - Check-in is at 4 PM. Check out is at 11 AM on the next day.
5. Waterfall Rappelling: The waterfalls near the Kundalika river is ideal for waterfall rappelling during Kolad Trip. The downwards descent of 30 mins in the waterfall starts at the rocky edges where the body harness is attached to a rocky projection. It is ensured beforehand that the rock and the rope have sufficient strength to withhold any weight without difficulty.
Location - Kolad.
Entry Fee/Price - Rs.500 per adult.
Timings - 8 am.
Activity Duration - 30 mins.
Kolad is 120 km from Mumbai.
- It can be reached by train in about two and a half hours.
- It can also be reached around the same time by taxi or private car via Thane. The journey is worth taking as the scenic view is breathtaking with mountains and greenery all through the way with waterfalls and lakes appearing every now and then.
- There are also state buses plying between the two places.
Some of the best camping sites at Kolad during Kolar trip are-
1. Kundalika Eco Adventure & Rafting Camp at Kolad is a magical place that is fun-filled with lots of entertainment. You can enjoy adrenaline-pumping rides from this site.
2. Kundalika Rafting Camp is a good choice for anyone looking for adventure activities in the company of nature. Arrangement for river rafting with multiple water activities is available here. There is an array of choices from tents, Cottages, and Dorms available.
3. Riverside Camping with Rafting site is located right at the bank of the river and offers personally hosted camping experience. The place offers rafting, paragliding, rock climbing, and rappelling. The camp offers a tent stay with attached toilets and other basic amenities. You can enjoy a couple of indoor as well as outdoor games. The evenings come to live with bonfire and music.
4. Farm Stay and Rafting offers comfortable stay as well as adventurous rafting experience. The campers are offered right from a grand healthy breakfast to tasty lunch and relishing dinner. There are facilities for BBQ, snacks and soft drinks too.
5. At Empower Camp, there are unlimited fun and exciting arrangements for rafting, rock climbing, rowing, and artificial wall climbing. There are a couple of sightseeing places like Bhira dam, Ghosala fort, Tamhini falls, Sutarwadi Lake Etc. near the camp.
Kolad is rich in natural beauty and has a beautiful fast-flowing river, Kundalika. Being fast-flowing, this river is ideal for several kinds of water sports. All tourists during Kolar Trip come here especially for the attraction of world-class water sports.
1. River Rafting - Enjoy a few hours of river rafting experience with highly trained rafting guides. This is the most popular sport for which Kolad is famous for. It is a very safe experience for both freshers as well as experienced rafters as expert rafters accompany on this trip.
2. Kayaking – A kayak is a small, narrow watercraft that is typically propelled using a double-bladed paddle. It is an awesome experience for beginners as it requires just a kayak, a life jacket, and paddles. Before the journey, an expert will give instructions to make the trip successful.
3. River Crossing - An exciting journey from one side of the river to the other side. A great experience where you are harnessed to the safety rope with carabiner hooks to hold you firm and parallel with the rope.
Before going for a river crossing, it is essential to go for a safety session. On completion of the exciting journey from one side of the river to the other end, there will be instructors to receive you safely.
4. Jet Ski – This is the most popular adventure sport in Kolad. Jet Ski is a jet-powered water scooter with a powerful engine that travels over the rumbling water giving riders a thrilling experience. An expert usually accompanies those who are inexperienced on this ride.
5. Banana Boat Ride – Is an unpowered, inflatable boat that is towed in a small rivulet outing. Up to 6 riders can sit on the main tube which is usually yellow and banana-shaped.
6. Bumper Boat Ride - This is an adventurous water ride in which visitors ride in the river in a huge rubber tube filled with air. You will feel delighted as cool water from the Kundalika river will flash in your face.