OT Staff
The Yeoor Hills of Thane district lie within the edges of Sanjay Gandhi National Park, meaning the area is a haven for biodiversity. The waterfall here comes alive during the monsoon season.
This waterfall is about 107 m high and is near Kharghar, a suburb of Navi Mumbai. Legend has it that the Pandavas visited and bathed in it while travelling during their exile, hence the name.
A lesser-known waterfall, Bhagirath is among Maharashtra’s most picturesque and enchanting bodies of water. The locals also know it as the Vangani Falls.
Plunging 115 ft, the Bhivpuri Waterfalls, also called the Ashane Waterfall, is the ideal getaway for hiking, taking pictures, rappelling or lounging about.
Located in the hill station of Lonavala, the Kune Falls is a three-tiered body of water that cascades down from a height of 200 m, making it the 14th highest waterfall in India.
This “plunge” waterfall is a popular spot for one-day picnics. Enveloped by a forest of the same name, you can reach it by taking a three-hour long trek from the base village of Bhira.
The tallest waterfall (1,200 ft) in Malshej Ghat is seasonal. It originates from Harishchandragad and flows through Khireshwar village, and is at its peak during the monsoon.
The Umbrella Waterfalls (500 ft) in Bhandardara near Arthur Lake originate from the Wilson Dam. As the name suggests, these waterfalls resemble the shape of an umbrella.
This popular tourist attraction forms over the Pravara River and cascades down from 170 ft into a gorge. It is the chief source of hydropower in the Bhandardara region.
Falling from 600 ft, this waterfall is formed by the river Venna at the base before it splits into two parts: a major waterfall and a mini waterfall. The mini waterfall is suitable for swimming and photo opportunities.