Saitawade Devgad

The 720 kilometer long coastline and the neighboring area or ‘Konkan’ in Maharashtra is uniquely bounded by the Sahyadri hills in the east and the lashing waters of the Arabian Sea on the west. It abounds in rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, lush green valleys and last but not the least, tales of man’s eternal struggle against the forces of nature. Take for instance the Saitwade Vijaydurg waterfall. True, it is not among the most well-known waterfalls even in the state of Maharashtra. But the fact remains that you can take nothing away from this, when it comes to beauty.

Some of the Raigad waterfalls are really splendid. Particularly the one that is located near Raigad is truly awesome. The waterfall is around 7 kilometers away from the place where most of the resorts and cottages are located. However, you will have to trek for at least half an hour through the jungle to reach the waterfall. Best time to visit starts form the onset of the monsoon, extending right up to December. That’s when you will find the most water here.

It can be a wonderful weekend trip for you and your friends or family. You can spend a quiet few days here amidst nature. You may even pack a lunch from your hotel and have the food beside the waterfalls. You are sure to go back completely refreshed and full of memories of a wonderful trip. And do not miss the Vijaydurg fort if you are visiting the waterfalls.

How to reach: Vijaydurg is a one and half hours journey by ST buses from Devgad or Kankavli. You can take one of the buses that travel between Mumbai and Goa. Get down at Kasarde, which is 52 kilometers away. Hire an auto-rickshaw. If you are traveling by train, then you should get down at the Kankavli railway station.

There are no premium hotels in Saitwade, resorts in Saitwade, or cottages in Saitwade. You will only find basic home-stays nearby.,.