Kundalika River Rafting
Kundalika River Rafting is an outdoor trail and travel route in Kolad. With a typical duration of 1 Day and rated Moderate, you can view the full itinerary below and send an enquiry or use Notify me for upcoming updates.
Kundalika River Rafting
The Kundalika river near Kolad is one of the few dam-fed rivers close to Mumbai and Pune, which means the rapids here are consistently strong through most of the year, regardless of the monsoon. Water is released from the Bhira dam upstream in timed bursts, and rafting sessions are scheduled around these releases so you get a genuine Grade II-III whitewater run rather than a lazy float. Over a stretch of roughly 12-14 km, the raft moves through a series of rapids with names like Summer Time, Store Rapid and Cliff Jump, interspersed with calmer pools where you can catch your breath, swim alongside the raft, or simply take in the Sahyadri hills rising on either bank. This is a straightforward day trip from Mumbai or Pune, built for people who want an adrenaline hit without giving up a whole weekend. You'll be geared up in a certified life jacket and helmet, briefed on paddle commands by a trained raft guide, and then it's about 45-60 minutes of continuous rafting down to the takeout point near Kolad village. The day wraps up with a simple riverside lunch, making this an easy there-and-back plan that still delivers a proper adventure.
Highlights
- 12-14 km of dam-released Grade II-III whitewater rafting on the Kundalika river
- Certified life jackets, helmets and trained raft guides for every boat
- Consistent rapids year-round thanks to scheduled Bhira dam water release
- Scenic Sahyadri hill backdrop with calm pools for swimming breaks
- Riverside lunch included after the rafting session
Who is this for?
Best suited to anyone reasonably fit and comfortable in water, aged 8 to 60; basic swimming ability is recommended though life jackets are mandatory and provided throughout.
Detailed Itinerary
05:30 AM
Mumbai Pickup
08:30 AM
Arrival at Kolad
09:00 AM
Safety Briefing & Gearing Up
09:30 AM
Rafting Session
11:00 AM
Takeout & Change
12:00 PM
Riverside Lunch
01:00 PM
Return Journey
04:00 PM
Drop-off
What's Included & Excluded
Inclusions
- Rafting session with certified guides (12-14 km stretch)
- Life jacket and helmet
- Return transport from Mumbai to Kolad
- Riverside lunch after rafting
- Basic first aid support at the base camp
Exclusions
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Optional travel/accident insurance and add-on activities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Pick-up & Drop
Standard pick-up points along the route:
- Dadar (5:30 AM)
- Sion (5:45 AM)
- Vashi (6:15 AM)
- Panvel (6:45 AM)
You'll be dropped back at the same Mumbai pickup point by approximately 4:00 PM, depending on return traffic.
Things To Carry
- Quick-dry t-shirt and shorts (to raft in)
- A spare change of clothes
- Water shoes or old sports sandals with a back strap
- A small towel
- Sunscreen and sunglasses (strapped or floatable)
- A small dry bag or ziplock for phone/wallet
- Government photo ID
- Cap or hat for the drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know swimming for this rafting trip?
Basic comfort in water helps, but you don't need to be a strong swimmer. Certified life jackets are mandatory for everyone on board and guides are trained in water rescue.
What does Grade II-III rapids mean?
It's a standard whitewater difficulty scale. Grade II-III means moderate rapids with some irregular waves and manageable obstacles — exciting but not extreme, suitable for first-timers with a guide.
Will rafting still happen if it doesn't rain?
Yes. The Kundalika is a dam-released river, so rapids are generated by scheduled water release from the Bhira dam rather than rainfall, keeping the experience consistent almost year-round.
Cancellation & Policy Reference
Note: We are not currently accepting online bookings. These policy terms apply when scheduled departures and online bookings resume. Read the full documents here — Booking Policy · Cancellation & Refund.
Summary
- Cancellation 15+ days before event: 90% refund (10% admin fee deducted).
- 7–14 days before event: 50% refund (or 100% credit voucher valid 12 months).
- 3–7 days before event: 25% refund (or 75% credit voucher).
- 0–2 days before event / No-show: No refund.
- One free date-shift if requested at least 7 days before the event (subsequent shifts: ₹250/person admin fee).
- No refund on no-show, weather-related cancellations from customer end, or missing valid photo ID at base.
Event-specific Policy
A valid government photo ID is mandatory for every participant. Consumption of alcohol before or during the rafting session is strictly prohibited and will result in the participant being denied entry to the raft without a refund. The rafting schedule depends on dam water release timings and river conditions on the day, and the organizer's decision regarding any change in schedule, route or cancellation due to safety or water-level concerns is final.