About Kaas Plateau Tour 2022

Kaas Plateauis famously called Maharashtra Valley of Flowers. Kaas plateau in Satara is an eco-sensitive place you can see the carpet of flowers afterthe monsoon ends. During monsoon, Kas Pathar flower valley receives hefty rainfall; you can see different flowers throughout the year. Kaas Plateau has become famous for the various shades of the carpetand the tiny flowers that grow on the Kas Pathar Satara. UNESCO in June 2012 announced Kaas Plateau as a Biodiversity World Heritage Site.

One particular Satara Flower Aponogeton Satarensis or Waytura Flower can only be found on Kaas Plateau now listed in endangered species. Kaas Plateau supports 175 species of wildflowers. During our tour, we will see flowers that blossom after the monsoon. Kas Pathar is home to many birds, butterflies, reptiles,and wild animals.

The best time to visit Kaas Plateau season 2022 is just after the end ofthe monsoon during September and October. Once in eight years, Karvi Flowers blooms into mas flozwering covering the entire Kaas Plateau in shades of Purple Blue and Pink. Kaas Plateau Booking 2022 register in advance as limited passes are available. Kas Pathar images are available in Photogallery and a video explaining the tour.  

Thoseghar Waterfall

Thoseghar Waterfalls get its name from the small village of Thoseghar located 20 km from Satara. We will pass Sajjangad Fort and windmills to reach the scenic Thoseghar Waterfalls. Satara is famous for many waterfalls like Vajrai Waterfall 2nd highest plunge waterfall in India,and Kelavali Waterfall. Chalkewadi is an amazing hamlet with many windmills doting the landscape. 

Thoseghar offers spectacular views with a series of waterfalls converging and one waterfall 200 meters in height. On a Rainy day, Thoseghar Waterfallis covered in fog, and the nearby Chalkewadi Plateau famous for windmills electricity project is not visible. The best time to visit Thoseghar Waterfall is from July to November or on a Rainy day.

Thoseghar is a very calm and relaxing place with rice fields and lush green forests with small streams.

Kas Pathar Tour 2023 Highlights 

Macro Photography at Kaas Plateau 

Landscape Photography Kaas Plateau and Kaas Lake

Birding we will play the game of counting the number of different birds spotted 

Witness amazing colours of wildflower blooms and diverse Flora and Fauna 

Thoseghar Waterfall visit 

Chalkewadi Plateau Windmills view from Thoseghar waterfall 

Cost for Kaas Plateau Tour

Cost with transport: Rs. 2749/- per person

Kaas Plateau from Mumbai Itinerary

Day Zero 

08:45 pm - Meet at Borivali National Park main gate.

09:00 pm - Leave for the Kaas.

09:30 pm - Pick up at Andheri WEH.

09:45 pm - Pick up at Kalanagar bus stop (on the highway), Bandra.

10:00 pm - Pick up at Sion station circle.

10:15 pm - Pick up at Diamond Garden, Chembur.

10:45 pm - Pick up at Vashi Plaza.

11:05 am - Pick up at McDonald`s, Kalamboli.

Day One 

05:00 am - Reach Satara and breakfast

07:00 am - Reach Kaas Plateau. Sightseeing, Macro Photography, Landscape Photography, Kaas Valley exploration.

09:00 am - Walk to Kumudini Lake for Kumudini Flower.

10:00 am - Head back to Hotel.

11:30 am - Lunch Time.

12:00 pm - Move towards Thoseghar Waterfall.

01:30 pm - Reach at Thoseghar Waterfall.

03:00 pm - Departure for Mumbai.

11:00 pm - Approx. arrival at Mumbai. 

Inclusions:

Travel by private AC vehicle

1 Veg Breakfast and 1 Veg Lunch.

Entry fee for Kaas Plateau & Thoseghar Waterfall

Treks and Trails India charges.

Things to Carry

2/3 liters of water

Proper face mask or shield (must)

Sanitizer (must)

Shoes provide more grip and comfort on the trip

Good Torch must with extra battery

Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars

Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets

One Day Backpack 20 to 30 liters

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet

Double pack your valuables/phones in plastic bags

Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet

Sun Cap and Sunscreen

Personal First aid and Personal Medicine

Identity Proof

Please wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect you from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles