Best Rafting Tours in Kolad

What You Should Know More About Rafting in Kolad

• Q. Where is Kolad? How can I reach Kolad?

  Kolad is on the National Highway 17 (Mumbai-Goa).

  • From Mumbai: Take the NH 17 Goa Highway road till Kolad. 1 Km after the Kolad Market, take left on the NH 60 on the Pune Highway.
    • Bus: The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) operates regular bus services between Mumbai and Kolad.
    • Train: Train journeys from Mumbai take approximately three hours. The train route to Kolad is awesome and it is full of scenic beauty.
  • From Pune : Take road to Mulshi Dam and drive down the Ghats till the turn to Sate Village.

• Q. How far is Kolad from Mumbai and Pune?

    It is 130 Kms from Mumbai and 120 Kms from Pune.

• Q. What all places can I see in Kolad?

  • Kundalika River is one of the main attractions of Kolad and offers variety of adventure activities like white river rafting, river crossing and fishing.
  • Tamhini Ghat Waterfalls are beautiful with lush green peaks
  • Kansai Waterfalls and hot springs
  • Bhira Dam is a popular picnic spot
  • Ghosal Fort, with a temple and Dargah
  • Sutarwadi Lake with its charming surroundings is another must visit place.

• Q. What is the flowing speed of river? Is it safe to raft in that speed?

  Kundalika River, is one of the fastest flowing rivers in the south that makes its water ideal for White Water Rafting.

   

  Helmets and life jackets are provided for safety. All rafting companies have a good safety record with experienced rafters leading the raft, so it is completely safe.

• Q. What should be worn for rafting?

  Wear comfortable clothing:

  Shorts, t-shirt and footwear you can get wet in. It is advised to carry a towel, change of clothes, sunscreen and a water bottle.

• Q. Will we have a guide for rafting?

   Kolad Rafting is run by professional and experienced staff. Customer service and safety are given the highest priority and experienced raft guides will give you proper instructions and training before the activity. Usually two expert rafters are present in one raft along with tourists.

• Q. How many people will be there on the raft?

  There will be eight people in one raft including a trained and experienced raft guide and his helper.

• Q. Will we stay overnight near the river? What kind of arrangements will be there? What kind of sleeping bags?

  Yes, there are several camps which have direct access to rafting sites. Depending on your budget you can stay in a tent or a cottage in these camps. Clean and comfortable sleeping bags are provided to all customers.

• Q. Will life jackets be provided to me for rafting?

  Customer safety and service is the highest priority of rafting companies and a life jacket and helmet is provided to everyone in the raft.

• Q. Can someone with spectacles do river rafting?

  There is always a risk of spectacles getting lost during strong currents. They can be tied with a headband so that they don’t get lost. You can try wearing contact lenses.

• Q. Can children do river rafting? Is it safe for them?

  Children below 12 years are not permitted for rafting.

• Q. Can we do rafting if it rains? Is it safe to do so?

  It is absolutely safe and is more exciting and challenging during the rains. The only thing that you must keep in mind is the safety record of the operator.

   

  Out of the 4 operator at river Kundalika, 2 are national level world class operators with a 100% safety record.

• Q. What things must we carry for river rafting?

  Please leave all your personal belongings in the rooms or tent. Carry a towel, change of clothes and water bottles. A quick snack can also be carried, as it is a strenuous activity leaving you hungry.

• Q. What kind of accommodation options will there be? Will we sleep in dorms or tents?

  Kolad is a very popular destination and provides all kinds of accommodation options for varied kinds of travellers, depending on your budget.

  • Luxury resorts in Kolad like Dorset Forest Lodge, Radison Blu Resort and Spa, Amby Valley City and Sea Shell Resorts are perfect for families and honeymoon couples.
  • For those who are looking for adventurous stays, camping in tents is the best option.
  • A Farmhouse stay in a homely environment with natural village surroundings is exciting for those looking for a break from city humdrum.
  • AC dormitories for backpackers can house up to 25 adults and provide basic amenities. They are perfect for college students.
  • Bungalows are available for extended families with immaculate rooms and beautiful green surroundings.

• Q. What kind of tents will be there? Will there be any special arrangement for couples?

  Those who love exploring nature can enjoy a camping experience in Kolad. There are two types of tents available:

  • Normal Tents: These are clean and comfortable normal waterproof tents. Keeping in mind safety of guests the campsites provide insect proof and snake proof tents which can accommodate at least 4 adults. Like these there are several tents of different sizes and shapes to choose from.
  • Luxury Tents: Campsites are also equipped with luxury tents and have a spacious ground for outdoor activities. Luxurious tents are attached with toilets and showers and can accommodate at least 4 adults.

  En-suite washrooms and insect proofing are some innovations of the tents at the campsites.Power supply is available for lights and fans as well as for charging of laptops and mobiles. But there is no Wi-Fi or T.V. at these camps.

• Q. What kind of food will there be? Will there be non-veg food?

  Simple but well prepared meals are served in most camps. Availability of non-veg food depends on the camp organizers.

• Q. What if I fall down from the raft?

  Training is provided by an experienced raft guide before beginning rafting, so chances of falling are slim. If you fall, quickly grab for the side of the raft and the safety rope that runs along the outside of the raft. Hold the rope until a rafter or your raft guide comes to pull you up into the raft.

• Q. Will there be any medical facility in case of any emergency?

  Medical emergencies are taken care of by the company. The guides are trained in providing basic medical care till the person is evacuated to the nearest medical center for treatment.

• Q. What other things can I do in Kolad?

  • White Water Rafting is the star attraction in Kolad but a short trek through the camp forests leads one into the Kundalika River where one can spend an evening kayaking and dipping. Trained instructors and proper safety equipment make this a safe and fun activity. Wild boars, deer and at least 20 species of birds can be easily spotted around the campus.
  • Flying fox and raft building are other activities in Kolad that can be indulged in by people of all ages. In fact the flying fox is an instant hit with the children as little as 3 years of age.

• Q. Can we have alcohol/smoke during our stay?

  If, the place has liquor license you can consume alcohol, but it is advised not to before any activity. Smoking would be permitted in some regions but disposal of cigarettes should be taken care of due to risk of fire.

• Q. What kind of toilet facility will be there?

  Most camps have toilet facilities available. Normal tents have a common toilet facility. Luxury tents will have an attached toilet and bathing facilities.