Peak Season
Kolad in July
Maharashtra, India
Dam overflowing. Full rapids. Best rafting.
Why July scores 5/5
Weather
Dam overflowing. Full rapids. Best rafting.
Roads & Access
self drive: Hatchback fine.. road condition: Good. Tamhini Ghat road scenic but winding.. public transport: Konkan Railway to Kolad station.. from nearest city: Mumbai 120km (2.5hrs). Pune 110km (3hrs via Tamhini).. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Kolad outpost. nearest hospital: Roha hospital (20km).
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good in town. Patchy on river.
Kids
Kid-friendly (3/5) — Rafting exciting for older kids, Camping fun
Elevation
40m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓Travelers with basic fitness
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
- ✓Anyone looking for the best time to visit
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with mobility issues
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4/5 | Dam release continuing. Rafting good. |
| February | 3/5 | Last month of reliable rafting. |
| March | 2/5 | Dam release ending. River low. |
| April | 1/5 | No water. Skip. |
| May | 1/5 | Dry. |
| June | 2/5 | Pre-monsoon. Dam filling. |
| Julyviewing | 5/5 | Dam overflowing. Full rapids. Best rafting. |
| August | 5/5 | Peak monsoon rafting. Tamhini waterfalls. |
| September | 5/5 | Excellent rafting. River full. |
| October | 4/5 | Good flow. Post-monsoon weather pleasant. |
| November | 4/5 | Flow reducing but still good. |
| December | 4/5 | Dam release rafting continues. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Mumbai 120km (2.5hrs). Pune 110km (3hrs via Tamhini).. Roads: Good. Tamhini Ghat road scenic but winding.. Self-drive: Hatchback fine.. Public transport: Konkan Railway to Kolad station.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
40m
Difficulty
moderate
Budget tier
budget
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