Drive down to Kolad for a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Here, surrounded by greenery and cool breeze, you'll pit your strength against the mighty Kundalika River. Your rafting adventure takes you through gurgling rapids, rated grade II and III, for a 2-hr stretch over the river's twists and turns, making this a day to remember. This trip is ideal for travellers looking for a fun, adventurous and quick getaway from Mumbai and Pune.
Destination
Kolad is a small town in the Konkan region of Maharashtra, right along the Kundalika river. Every morning, the massive Bhira dam opens its gates to release water for agriculture, turning the river into a rushing force of nature. You'll have a thrilling ride along the rapids for two hours, amidst lush green fields and swaying coconut palms.
This package does not include any overnight stay or meals.
Destination highlights
Enjoy 2 hrs of Kundalika rafting for a 12-13 kms stretch. | Take a dip in the cool waters when your rafting activity is finished. | Spend a day in the riverside paradise of Kolad.
Report to the campsite by 8:00 hrs, where you can keep your bags and freshen up. Soon, you'll gear up and head out to the rafting start point. You'll board the rafts and set off on the Kundalika on your whitewater rafting trip. Over the 2-hr stretch, you'll paddle the raft forward, crashing with waves and tides, hurtling over the river's rapids. During the final stretch, you can jump into the river and spend some time splashing around. Return to the campsite, where there are changing rooms available for you to freshen up. Your trip ends here.
For cancellations made 7 days or more before departure date of this Kolad rafting trip: 100% refund.
For cancellations made 4-7 days before departure date of this Kolad rafting trip: 75% refund.
For cancellations made 2-3 days before departure date of this Kolad rafting trip: 25% refund.
For cancellations made less than 2 days before departure date of this Kolad rafting trip: no refund.
All refunds will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.
Rules on trip
Children younger than 14 years of age are strictly not allowed to participate in rafting.
Travellers are required to follow instructions of the rafting instructor while rafting in Kolad.
Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.
Consumption of alcohol and drugs is strictly prohibited before the rafting activity in Kolad.
Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions
Rafting in Kolad is a water-dependent activity. The operator will not be responsible for last minute cancellation of the rafting trip due to inadequate or unsuitable water or weather conditions.
Water levels of the Kundalika River are controlled by the Bhira dam. Due to this, rafting timings are fixed. Please make sure you're on time or you'll miss the rafting activity.
The tour operator takes utmost care to ensure safety of the travellers and shall not be held responsible for any mishap or accident while rafting in Kolad.
Go rafting in Kolad down the Kundalika River!
Escape into the lush greenery of countryside Maharashtra.
All rafting equipment required: life jackets, helmets, paddles, inflatable rafts etc.
Services of experienced rafting instructors
Access to changing rooms at the campsite
All applicable taxes
Excludes
Travel arrangements between your home city and the campsite
Travel arrangements between the campsite and the rafting start/end point (additional cost of INR 800-1,000, round-trip, for a tum-tum for 8-10 people)
Buffet, veg/non-veg lunch (additional cost of INR 300 per person)
Adventure activities package - kayaking, river crossing, zip lining (additional cost of INR 500 per person)
Adventure activities package - jet ski, banana boat ride, bumper ride (additional cost of INR 500 per person)
Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.
Personal expenses such as apparel or gear, extra meals or beverages etc.
Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What to Wear
What to Wear
Quick-dry apparel
Raincoat or poncho
Comfortable shirts/t-shirts and trousers/shorts
Waterproof shoes or sandals
Not to wear - Heavy denims, salwar kameez or skirt
Expensive jewellery or gadgets
What not to Wear
Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
Restrictive clothing
Flip-flops
Equipment / Gear
We Provide
All equipment required for rafting: life jackets, helmets, paddles, inflatable rafts etc.
You need to get
Daypack
Dry bag
Govt-issued ID card
Towel or napkins
Sun hat/cap
Extra set of dry clothes
Medical Kit
Specific personal or prescribed medication, personal first-aid kit.
Directions towards the Pick up Point
Campsite and parking address: Wilderwest Adventures, Roha-Kolad Road. Location location: https://goo.gl/maps/Yne6Gcx4icx Rafting start point: The rafting start point is in Saje Gaon, and is accessible via road. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/ZE8QHKkTC7z
Directions towards the Start Point
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