Lesser-Known Beauty Near Karjat in the Sahyadris
Subhedar Waterfall is one of the lesser-known monsoon waterfalls tucked in the lush green Sahyadri range near Karjat. This place is untouched by crowds, perfect for those who love peace, nature, and offbeat experiences.
👉 Ye jagah un logon ke liye hai jo touristy spots se hatkar kuch asli aur natural dekhna chahte hain.
It offers a calm, scenic, and raw experience of monsoon — ideal for nature lovers, travel bloggers, and photographers.
Complete Guide to Reach Subhedar Waterfall
Start Point & Base Village
- Base Village: Kashele Village
- Nearest City: Karjat (Approx. 18 km)
- You can start from Karjat Railway Station if you're traveling by train.
🗺️ Google Map Location
📍 Exact Location: Click here to open on Google Maps
🚗 Best Route to Reach
From Mumbai:- Via Sion-Panvel Expressway → Old Mumbai Pune Highway → Karjat → Kashele Village
- Via Talegaon → Lonavala → Karjat → Kashele Village
Local transport or auto available from Karjat Station to Kashele.
🌦️ Best Time to Visit
- Mid-July to September (Peak monsoon)
- This is when the waterfall is in full flow and surroundings are lush green.
🎒 Things to Do at Subhedar Waterfall
- Short monsoon trek (easy to moderate – 20 min)
- Photography and nature walk
- Enjoy small natural pools (safe for feet-dipping)
- Peaceful chill spot for picnic and group hangout
📸 Is Camera or Drone Allowed?
- Phone cameras and DSLRs allowed ✅
- Drone flying may need local permission ⚠️ (Not officially restricted, but best to check with locals)
🧭 Nearby Places You Can Visit
- Kondana Caves – Ancient Buddhist caves
- Bahiri Caves (for advanced trekkers)
- Ulhas Valley Viewpoint
- Sondai Fort Trek (Easy trek for groups)
👥 Ideal For
- ✅ Solo Travelers
- ✅ Groups of friends
- ✅ Couples
- ✅ Families (if kids are above 8 yrs)
🍴 Food, Water, Toilets & Parking
- Basic snack stalls or locals may offer poha/maggi (only during monsoon weekends)
- Carry your own drinking water
- No proper toilet facility – plan accordingly
- Parking space available near Kashele village (for 2 & 4 wheelers)
💸 Budget & Cost
- Travel by train + rickshaw (Karjat): ₹250–₹350 (per person)
- Own vehicle fuel cost: ₹400–₹700 (round trip from Mumbai/Pune)
- Food/snacks: ₹100–₹150
- Total budget: Under ₹500–₹700 per head
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