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River Rafting · Maharashtra
Kundalika River Rafting (Kolad)
easy2-2.5 hours (half-day)
Duration
2-2.5 hours (half-day)
Price
1,200
Group size
1–9
Nearest city: Kolad
Maharashtra premier white-water rafting destination on the Kundalika River, offering a 12 km stretch with 10 rapids (Grade II-III), controlled by dam water release making it the only 365-day rafting option near Mumbai and Pune.
Highlights
- Year-round rafting - one of the only 365-day rafting operations in India
- 10 named rapids including exciting Grade III sections
- Close to Mumbai (110 km) and Pune (120 km) - perfect weekend getaway
Itinerary
Day 1: 7:00-7:30 AM: Report at start point near
7:00-7:30 AM: Report at start point near Ravalje Dam, Kolad
Day 1: 7:30-8:00 AM: Safety briefing and gear d
7:30-8:00 AM: Safety briefing and gear distribution
Day 1: 8:00-8:15 AM: Dam water release - rafts
8:00-8:15 AM: Dam water release - rafts put in
Day 1: 8:15-10:15 AM: Rafting 12 km through 10
8:15-10:15 AM: Rafting 12 km through 10 rapids
Day 1: 10:15-10:30 AM: Reach take-out point
10:15-10:30 AM: Reach take-out point
Inclusions
- Certified river guide
- Life jacket, helmet, paddle
- 2-2.5 hours rafting on 12 km stretch
- Safety kayaker on the river
Exclusions
- Transport from end point to start point (auto ₹1,000/group)
- Meals (add lunch for ₹350-₹550)
- GoPro footage (₹300-₹500)
- Personal insurance
Safety guidelines
- Minimum age: 14 years
- Mandatory pre-booking - no on-the-spot registration
- Weekend slots book 7-10 days in advance
- Non-swimmers welcome with life jacket
- Follow guide instructions - no standing during rapids