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Location: Near Pune
Get ready to be swept off your feet with a visual treat of gushing waterfalls - Kune Waterfalls extends wonderful options for adventure sports like rappelling and zip-lining. Also for those who wish to go sightseeing will enjoy destinations like Karla Caves, Lohagad Fort, and Pavna Lake.
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Kune Waterfalls centrally located within Lonavala and Khandala valley will sweep you off your feet!
The foaming white waterfall is a three-tiered delight. With a total height of two hundred meters and the highest drop at a hundred meters, the waterfall is India’s 14th highest waterfall.
The waterfall is a popular tourist hotspot, and it is no wonder, as it is nestled in the backdrop of the Sahyadri Mountains, which is spectacular. The lush greenery and the gushing waterfalls crashing over rocks is a visual treat.
It is convenient to reach the waterfall both from Pune and Mumbai. The Kune Church serves as a landmark to reach the waterfalls and is located within proximity of the waterfall. From here, one can easily walk to reach the waterfall.
The best time to visit the falls is during monsoon where the foliage transforms into incredible greenery and the waterfall is its very best. During monsoon, travelers need to be cautious as the weather can get quite unpredictable.
Whilst touring Kune Falls it is best to carry bottled water as there are no shops at the base. And, wear shoes with good grips. Also in the case, you wish to indulge in activities like swimming then it is best to carry spare clothes and a towel.
When it comes to activities there are lots of opportunities for adventure sports. So, adventure-junkies would love to indulge in stints of rappelling, zip-lining, trekking, camping, and swimming. Trekking-aficionados will love to explore Korigad, Rajmachi Fort, and some others. And, camping-enthusiasts can look forward to camping at Pavna Lake, Tungarli Lake, and Lonavala Lake. The area around is also a wonderful place for one-day picnicking with friends and family. Photographers – you can’t be left behind you’ll love capturing the beauty of Mother Nature at its best.
Apart from plenty of activities, there are many sightseeing options and travelers can plan to visit Karla Caves, Lohagad Fort, Lions Point, Rajmachi Point, Bhaja Caves, Tiger’s Point, Pavna Lake, Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Bhushi Dam, Bedse Caves, Lonavala Lake, Tikona Fort, Tung Fort, and Korigad Fort.
Facilities
- There are quite a few resorts and hotels nearby, which offer a comfortable stay to guests.
- The restaurants nearby are good options for enjoying the culinary delights.
- There are no shops around at the base of the waterfall, and it is to carry eatables and bottled water.
Things to do
- Enjoy adventure sports like rappelling, zip-lining, swimming, trekking and camping.
- Capture photographs of waterfalls, scenery, or selfies with your friends and family.
- Spend time exploring local tourist hotspots like Karla Caves, Lohagad Fort, Lions Point, Rajmachi Point, Bhaja Caves, Tiger’s Point, Pavna Lake, Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Bhushi Dam, Bedse Caves, Lonavala Lake, Tikona Fort, Tung Fort, and Korigad Fort.