Top Things to do in Satara District
Top Hotels in Satara District
- 1. Evershine Resort
- 2. The Grand Legacy Resort & Spa (TGL)
- 3. Bella Vista Resort
- 4. Regenta MPG Club Mahabaleshwar
- 5. Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar
- 6. Citrus Chambers Mahabaleshwar
- 7. Le Meridien Mahabaleshwar Resort & Spa
- 8. Brightland Resort & Spa
- 9. Grand Victoria The Fern Resort & Spa, Panchgani
- 10. Regenta Place Green Leaf, Mahabaleshwar
10 Waterfalls in Satara District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Satara District, India including Bhambavli Vajrai Waterfall, Lingamala Falls, Lingmala Falls, Lingmala Waterfall, Ozarde Waterfall, Thoseghar Waterfall, Dhobi Waterfall, Bhilar Waterfalls, Tiger Spring, Chinaman's Falls.
Restaurants in Satara District
1. Bhambavli Vajrai Waterfall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ravindramore - Mumbai, India
Bhambavli Flower Plateau (Pushp Pathar), Satara Biggest Flower Plateau of the World Bhambavli Flower Plateau (Pushp Pathar) is in the western part of Maharashtra. It is biggest Flower Plateau of the world connected to Satara, Jaoli and Patan tehsils of Satara District. It is located approximately 30 kms away from Satara city. It is situated high hill plateaus and grasslands turns into a 'valley of flowers' during monsoon season, particularly from August to early October. Bhambavli Plateau has more than 150 or more types of flowers, shrubs and grasses. The plateau is largely formed of basalt. The basalt rock is covered by a thin cover of soil formed due to erosion and has accumulated a layer of not more than an inch or so. The plants growing on Bhambavli plateau are typically of herbaceous nature of like grasses. Apart from Bhambavli Vajrai Waterfall, a highest waterfall of India, Bhambavli is also admired for its rich flora and fauna. Variety of flora and fauna found in surrounding dense forest and plateau of Bhambavli. The different and rare flowers make this place appear like a wonderland. Karvi, Sonki, Smitia, Balsam, orchids, are some of varieties that blossom in this plateau. The ideal period to visit this place is August to October. Bhambavli Plateau is rich in its Bio-diversity. Many species are observed on plateau which are new to the Botanical Science. Many of the endemic, endangered plants are found on Plateau. This place houses a wide range of birds. Bhambavli plateau with charming natural flowers will definitely allure you. Bhambavli Flower Valley overlooks the lush green forests of the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, Koyana Sanctuary, water catchment area of Koyna dam, Urmodi backwaters, Sajjangadh, Kas Flower Plateau, Chalkewadi Wind-mills, Vasota Fort, and Confluence of three rivers (Koyana, Solashi and Kandati). Bhambavli plateau is sincerely ideal location for nature lovers and photography aficionados. Only on Dassehra day ( Marathi festival day), different colours of crabs are found on the Bhambavli Flower Plateau. This is unique feature of this plateau. There are marks of Mahabharat (hindu epic) found on the Bhambavli Flower Plateau in the form of steps of Pandavas when Pandavas were on 13 year exile. There are unending big caves found on the Bhambavli Flower Plateau. The path and history of the caves is still to be discovered. Nearby other places to visit: • Bhambavli Vajrai Waterfall- tallest waterfall of India • Kas Flower Plateau in the month of August to October. • Bamnoli & Tapola – for boating. • Sajjangadh Fort – Samadhi of Saint Ramdas. • Thoseghar Waterfall. • Chalkewadi for Windmills,. • Mahabaalleshwar – Hill Station • Pachgani – Hill Station • Wai – Ganpati • Gondavale – Samadhi of Saint Gondvalekar Maharaj. • Koyna-Chandoli Tiger Sanctuary Precautions to be taken by Tourists while visiting Bhambavli Flower Plateau. • Visit only between 8.00 am to 5.00 pm every day. • Avoid visiting this place in heavy rains and fog. • This is plastic free zone; don’t throw plastic bags, water bottles etc. • Prohibited consumption of Alcohol • Plateau is slippery in rainy season, be cautious. • Heavy rains with fog, unable to see stiff clips at Plateau, chances of fall, be cautious. • Be agile and cautious, as there are chances of encounters with reptiles like snakes, insects. Wild animals like tiger, bear etc. Trekking Precautions: • Wear appropriate footwear • Rock faces can get very slippery. • Streams as well as ponds are quite deep. • Don’t eat leaves, flowers and fruits, mushroom etc. unless you are sure that they are safe. They could be poisonous. • Be agile and cautious, as there are chances of encounters with reptiles like snakes, insects. Wild animals like tiger, bear etc. Route to reach Bhambavli Flower Plateau (Pushp Pathar): Distance : Satara to Bhambavli – 32 km By Air : Pune is nearest place to reach to Satara and then to Bhambavli Flower Plateau. From Pune you have to go by road to Satara – Kas – From Kas to Tambi (Bhambavli). By Road: (1) Satara to Kas, Kas to Tambi (Bhambavli) (2) Mahabaleshwar to Tapola, Bambnoli- Kas, Kas to Tambi (Bhambavli). Accommodation at Bhambavli Tourists may prefer to stay at village Bhambavli in their traditional homes or Home-stays made available. This stay will give tourists a chance to live a rural life. MOST IMPOROTANT: Not to enter dense forest without a Guide. Guide is available in Village Bhambavli. For Guidance, please contact Mr. Ravindra More @ 9821967717
2. Lingamala Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By SANTOSHIFS - Pune, India
One of the magical waterfall near panchgani, satara. Slight trek / walking is required, may not suitable for some people but its totally worth to visit
3. Lingmala Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By NaseemVora
One of the must see places in Panchgani. there are 2 falls. the left side fork is a short trek and leads to a small waterfall! lots of photogenic spots to take pics. you can even sit in the water. Going towards the right side, is a longish walk, and leads you to a viewing point where you can see the main waterfall, crashing from a great height in 3 stages. the view is wonderful. try going early in the morning so as to get parking, or the place gets totally jammed.
4. Lingmala Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 415 reviews
Reviewed By pritpa - Pune, India
You need to buy the tickets to visit this place. Once you enter inside the gates you need to climb down around 200 steps. At one point there are two paths. Path to the left takes you to the Lingmala Doh Point. Which is a beautiful place with natural pond and small waterfalls created in the river. The place is covered with think forest. If yo take up the path on the right you need to climb some more steps to reach to the spot from where you can watch a beautiful Lingmala waterfall in the beautiful valley. Both places are worth visiting if you are nature and peace lover.
5. Ozarde Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By taruuu07
There is a little hike to get to the viewpoint for the waterfall, and the entire way up one can hear the birds and water all around. It is the most serene place for a getaway from the city and I would highly recommend it. It is much better in the monsoon season, when I visited with my family in January the waterfall was pretty sparse, but still beautiful lush greenery all around. We even spotted many beautiful birds on our way. You do not need a guide at all, as the way is straight and there are stairs built to guide you in the right direction. So if you wish to avoid the added expense then you can. Although it is a good 45-minute trek so it is not suitable for very young children or adults with weak knees.
6. Thoseghar Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By ArpitG81
Had been tired of all over crowded places near Pune like Mulshi, Lonavala, Matheran etc etc ... so wanted to explore something new and amazing. Much awaited on my To Visit Places Sheet was "Thoseghar Waterfalls" As it was recommended in monsoon - so I was typically waiting for that perfect day to leave for it. Finally, me and my wife visited this place on Sunday. As it was raining heavily in Pune from more then 3 days - we got an idea how beautiful our trip is gonna be. And yes, we got more then what was expected. Lush Green mountains, rains, huge windmills on road , we were lost completely in this place. So we started from Pune around 7 AM, it is around 155 kms - that would take at least 4 hours when it is continuously raining. We reached around 12 [stopped for breakfast at Vitthal Kamat's] before Mahabaleshwar crossing. We followed Google Maps and it took us the right way via short cut that didn't let us enter Satara city crowd which we were not even interested. After few kilometers- you will reach Thoseghar turn, from there the entire surroundings, villages seem to been intentionally decorated by plush green colours, roads are well maintained.It was like heaven - we kept stopping at many mid points just for clicking nature's beauty and some selfies. Before 4-5 kms to Thoseghar waterfall, you will see a huge Windmill just next to road, you can stop access it and take photos if you wish to. Finally, we reached Thoseghar waterfall main gate - huge parking space - no worries. Entry ticket is Rs 30 pp. It was crowded [as expected on Sunday] but still it is very well planned and organized - so you wont feel like long queues or pushing and all. Luckily that time it stopped raining for sometime and we could make best out of it. So - there are 2 ways: 1 goes to big waterfall where there is a terrace - you can stand there and click the best pics - it is crowded, so you need to wait for few minutes to get yourself perfect stand. From there itself you will be able to see series of waterfalls - very beautiful. There is also a photographer available who can click for you as many as you want - he charges Rs 50 per print [hard copy]. Then we moved towards Small waterfall - it took some stairs and some steps [not much] to reach there... you will get very close to it.... it was so huge that we got fully drenched by its waves. Cnt define in words... may be the pics and videos will do and make you all feel it. While returning from small waterfall, there is way that takes you to the river flowing behind the small waterfall - that view was also very amazing. Then we were back to exit gate. Overall, it took us 1.5 hours to complete both Waterfalls and collecting so many memories in our phones. There are few eating points near parking and main gate for quick munchies you desire in monsoon - dont expect much. When we returned after completing our waterfalls towards Parking, we were hungry, so just next to main gate - there is small restaurant which is not well maintained and was serving very ok food. But near road side parking - there are few more outlets available where anyone can try [they look far better then the place we had snacks] I would say it is little far off from Pune - but once you reach there, you will have no regrets. Best time is always monsoon - go and collect lot of life memories of such a beautiful place .....Keep travelling !!
7. Dhobi Waterfall
8. Bhilar Waterfalls
9. Tiger Spring
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By HimanshuSZ - Pune, India
I have been here when Rain was on the peak, man o man, it was beautiful, The place is one of the highest points in Mahabaleshwar, From here you can see a view of veina lake and the beautiful waterfalls. If you are visiting Mahabaleshwar do visit
10. Chinaman's Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
