Kolad

State

Kolad, situated at the backdrop of the majestic Sahyadris, is a tiny village in the Mahad region and is blessed with natural foliage and luxuriant greenery. It is famed for plenty of waterfalls, its rugged topography and Rocky Mountains. The greatest attraction of this charming village is the ‘Kundalika River’, which is one among the fastest flowing river in South India. It is a spectacular location to experience the pleasure of white water river rafting. Apart from river rafting this river offers other excellent ventures like kayaking, paragliding, and river crossing.

Accessibility

By Air: Nearest major airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 125 km from Kolad.

By Rail: Kolad railway station is in the Konkan rail line, which is connected to Mumbai VT station. Kolad is connected to all major cities in India through Mumbai railway station.

By Road: Kolad is well connected to other cities in and around by state owned public transport buses.

Things to do

Rafting: Kolad is a spectacular location to experience the pleasure of white water river rafting. Kundalika river’s 14-kilometre stretch of exciting rapids will provide one and a half hours white water rafting. Rafting through the river calls for extreme courage and bravery. Water rafting in the river reaches its zenith during monsoon season since the water levels are high.

Location
Kolad is reached on the Mumbai-Goa highway (NH 16), about 128 km from Mumbai.
STD Code
021444
Best time to visit
October to March