The Land of Pristine Beauty Coorg - Karnataka, India

Coorg is a land of bounty and lush greenery that never seems to end. Mainly a land of agriculture, Coorg or Kodagu is a small hill station in the state of Karnataka. Coorg is one of the cleaner regions of Karnataka with environment conscious natives.

Coorg was originally known as Kodaimalenadu or the land of dense forest on steep hill. Coorg district is very beautiful with scattered villages, hamlets and a few townships. Coffee and pepper are the most cultivated crops here and driving / walking around Coorg is indeed a delightful option.

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Pachmarhi | A famous hill station with many water falls

Pachmarhi has been harmonized the status of Queen Satpura hill range. Heart capturing waterfalls, scenic sites, large mountain range and lush green hillocks stretch over 60 sq. km in dramatic natural splendor. It is the most visited hill station of India. This place was discovered by officer of the British reign, Captain James Forsyth in the year 1862. He got so much attracted towards the beauty of Nature in its purest form that he constructed the bison Lodge here. He wrote the book “The High Lands of Central India” in which he has described the beauty of Pachmarhi and its myriad expression.

Large number of visitors used to visit Pachmarhi throughout the year. During the summer time it’s good to come here and beat the heat. Nature has been extremely generous to Pachmarhi. With the Sunrise you will hear the chirping of birds, murmuring rivulets, waterfall and experience the hypnotic hills and shadowy trees. You can attain a spiritual peace in the beauty of Nature.

Adilabad, Andhra-Pradesh, India

A good weekend destination for tourists from Hyderabad. A must-go during September to December. Also a good destination for trekkers. A nice forest cover. Kuntala waterfalls is quiet good and is claimed to be the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh. Pochera is a smaller waterfall.

Malshej Ghat - A fascinating tourist destination

A charming hill station, placed at an altitude of 700 meter above the sea level, Malshej Ghat is a fascinating tourist destination with a rejuvenating climate. Famous for its numerous lakes, cascading waterfalls, and charming mountains, this hill station is a favorite tourist destination of hikers, trekkers, adventurers and nature lovers. A typical woody countryside, Malshej Ghat is distinguished for its rich flora and fauna, historic forts landed on Rocky Mountains, enthralling rivers, meandering waterfalls, resorts and sanctuaries.

Shivasamudram falls - A One day trip from Bangalore

Shivasamudram falls....also referred as Bharachukki and Gaganachukki falls.

Route --> Vijayanagar - Kanakapura- mavalli - shivanasamudra

Distance --> 140 Kms from Bangalore

Money spend --> Petrol + 32 Rs (Toll) + 50 Rs (Fees for the falls)

Duration --> 10 hours total.

Ideal Time --> Middle of rainy season

Ideal for -- > Large groups, Family, Weekend Getaways

Araku – A beautiful Valley near Vizag

Araku valley is the best place, this is a hill station, About 135 kms from Vishakhapatnam (Vizag) and can be reached by a smooth ride from Vizag in approximately 3 hours and is close to the Orissa State border. If you plan to make a trip to Araku, go to Shimliguda railway station which is the highest station on the broad gauge of Indian Railways. The journey to Araku Valley is the most enjoyable as the train passes through tunnels, hill sides and streams. It is a good option to go to Araku by train and return by road. It has been a wonderful place for people who like to enjoy in between the hills, forests, beautiful roads, water falls, cottages in forest and beautiful sceneries. Best place & climate for nature lovers. There are frequent state and private buses that ply between the cities and it takes 5 hours to climb the mountain by train to Araku valley as it goes slow to enjoy tunnels. Try to travel during October to February. Will be foggy and misty will be realistic. However the town still has several hidden spots that make it worth a visit in the monsoon and winter months.

Saajan – An unscathed natural beauty near Mumbai

The search for unscathed natural beauty in today's grimy world just keeps getting arduous. Its only when one comes across the consummate beauty of places like Sajan that the faith in God's creativity is renewed. The township of Sajan is mostly occupied by the candid Marathi community. Though the route to Sajan is sprinkled with Brick Kilns it's only upon entering the town that the real closeness to nature can be felt.

Sajan is surrounded by dense forest from all the sides and has a liberal growth of Mango and Chikoo plantations. The plantation owners have mostly converted their beautiful areas into multi use Farm houses thus it’s a dream come true for all those nature lovers to actually reside in a tree house or just pitch up a tent and enjoy the vast greenery and winding river running along it.

Sajan is well connected to all neighboring cities by Government owned buses. Private A/C and non A/C deluxe buses are also available from Sajan to many cities in the State including Mumbai and Pune. Bus fare is about Rs 3 to Rs 4 per head.

Thane railway station is the nearest railway station to Sajan. This station is directly connected with Mumbai and regular train services are available from here to many cities in India. Taxis are also available in the railway station and fare is about Rs 200 to the heart of the city.

Kolad – An ideal weekend near Mumbai

Kolad is well connected with Mumbai, Pine and to other cities in and around by state owned public transport buses. It is 113 kms from Mumbai and 122 kms from Pune. Many private owned buses also provide transport service between Kolad and neighboring cities, including Mumbai.  Kolad railway station is in the Konkan rail line, which is connected to Mumbai VT station. Kolad is connected to all major cities in India through Mumbai railway station.

Waterfall trekking, white water rafting, kayaking, jungle jeep safari, waterfall rappelling, doing at kolad. It is very nice place for adventure and water sports. We can leave peace fully in the bank of Kundalika River and green forest.

Bhira dam, popularly known as Tata Power house dam, is located in a small picturesque village with a marvelous waterfall nearby Kolad.

Jog Falls - The highest untiered waterfall in India

Jog Falls, created by the River Sharavati, is the highest waterfalls in India and is situated in the Shimoga district, of Karnataka. It is about 375 km from Bangalore and 30 km from Sagara and situated in a pristine and scenic location. Roads are in good condition at most of the places and the beauty is scenic throughout. As the river plunges 829 feet down, it separates into four distinct waterfalls popularly named Raja, Rocket, Rani and Roarer. During the monsoons, the falls are hidden behind a thin veil of mist, surrounded by lush green vegetation, giving the place a mystical atmosphere.

The falls when seen from the top might seem small. Only when you focus hard and look down the valley, you can make out little human figures bathing. The height of the waterfall is appalling approximately equivalent to a 25 story building. Reaching Jog is the simplest part. Only the actual thing starts-1400

Dhudhsagar Waterfall – A splendid place near Madgao, Goa

Dudhsagar Falls, 60 km from Panaji. It was as unpredictable as it could be – riding along railway tracks, crossing streams…. The fall's surrounding area form a good picnic spot. While visiting Dudhsagar falls, one should ensure that at least entire day is spent near the falls. By visiting this place one can say it’s definitely one of the crazier trips.

The Dudhsagar Falls are amongst the top 100 highest waterfalls in world. Situated on the border of Goa and Karnataka, the Dudhsagar Waterfalls takes a steep plunge 2000 feet down in the wooded mountains of the Western Ghats. Believed to be amongst the highest falls in the country. The view from the top of the falls is breathtaking.

The fall is generally calm during summers. But during monsoon due to incessant downpour, the falls become active and attract a huge chunk of tourists. Swimming is a good

Hogenakkal Falls – A Thrilling experience near Bangalore

There are many local points to see in Bangalore like ISKCON temple, Nandi bull, Assembly hall, Banargatta zoo, Vishweshwara Museum, HAL museum etc… But all these are OK.  Plan one extra day to stay Bangalore and visit Hogenakkal falls. This can be really a memorable one day picnic from Bangalore.

It is 150 KMs from Bangalore. You can hire a taxi for a day and can follow following route to reach the destination.

Route : -Bangalore-Bannerghatta-Jigani-Attibele-Hosur-Krishnagiri-Dharampuri-Hogenakkal

Then started the collection part. First at entrance you shelled out Rs.20 as entry fee into hogenakal, then entry into book of forest range Rs.10 (for forest guard, you feel it is bribe), then after entering Hogenakkal, parking fee Rs.20. This parking fee is for parking on roads. Then again a parking fee of Rs.15 in TNTDC compound. Again fee for ride in coracle Rs.15 to be paid to some agent. But you’ll give a receipt. This is for the charges of coracle. Then you have to negotiate with coracle. The rate can be fixing

Athirapally and Vazhachal Waterfalls - An Indian Niagara

The waterfall attraction is a recurring motif in Athirappilly, echoing with the pulse of nature, creating those soothing sounds in the state's most relaxing and rejuvenating place, east of Chalakudy River in Trichur District of Kerala.

It is located at 90km NE of Kochi. One can fly up to Cochin International Airport at Nedumbassery, 55 km from Athirappally, and then drive on NH 47 till Chalakudy Junction and turn right onto the Athirappally road. Athirappilly is easily reachable from Chalakudy by taking a vehicle for rent or by bus from the Chalakudy private bus terminal. Nearest railway station is

Ninai Fall – The Liril Fall, Near Vadodara.

Only one identity is enough for this fall. Before years ago, an ad of liril soap was come in which a beautiful girl was bathing. That ad was made over here. You have to pass through forest to reach this fall at Malsamot, near Dediapada, Panchmahal district. This substantially elevated place near Maharashtra border, is amidst, teak forests with sunset, sunrise, valley view points, bracing cool climate and the Ninai waterfalls is breath- taking. It is a 2 hour drive around a winding road from Rajpipla located in the Dediapada Wildlife Sanctuary. These waterfalls and hills of Malsamot offer a splendid picnic location and nature trip near Rajpipla.  There is an eco campsite located at dediapada wildlife century, where guest house and bamboo huts are available for night stay.