Trek To Vajrai-India's Tallest Waterfall
Sep 29 '19 | 06:30 AM (IST)
Event Information
The Bhambavli Vajrai Waterfall is a waterfall on the Urmodi river, situated approximately 27 kilometers from the city of Satara (city), Maharashtra, and near Sahyadri hill. It is roughly 1840 ft (560 m) tall, and is the second-highest plunge waterfall in India, after the Nohkalikai Falls in Meghalaya, with a drop of 335 m (1100 ft). When all three tiers of the waterfall are measured together, it has a height of 560 meters.[1]
The Urmodi River is the basis of the Urmodi Dam Project. The surrounding area experiences a large amount of rainfall. This area is highly saturated with leeches, and not easily accessible.
SHORT INFO
Short Info:
Type: Waterfall
Height: 1840 ft
Grade: Easy
Base Village: kaas
Region: Satara
HIGHLIGHTS
Mesmerizing view India's tallest waterfall.
Kaas lake
Rainy season first trek.
Local food.
Mesmerizing views.
Breathtaking beauty.
Yevteshwar temple
INCLUSIONS
Breakfast morning and evening snacks (Limited)
Lunch (Veg village cooked)
Pune to Pune transport by private vehicle.
First Aid
Trek Expertise.
EXCLUSIONS:
Any personal expenses
Mineral Water/Cold Drinks
Anything that is not mentioned in the "Inclusion" list.
THINGS TO BE CARRIED:
Identity Proof (Must)
A bottle of water (2 Litres)
Some ready to eat food - Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
ORS, Glucose, Electrol, Personal Care Medicine those which u require usually.
A good Trekking Shoes, Extra pair of Socks.
Rain cheater, Umbrella
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried, so that one has one's hands-free while trekking.
Camera
Pleases do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other Ornaments.
GENERAL PRECAUTION
Prohibited to eat non-veg one km nearby the waterfall
This is plastic free zone; dont throw plastic bags, water bottles etc.
Prohibited consumption of Alcohol
Swimming is also prohibited (Ponds are quite deep)
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.
Dont 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.
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