Kondeshwar Falls & Cavesकोंडेश्वर
An old forest Shiva temple behind Badlapur with monsoon cascades running past.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereThane, Maharashtra
Thane-Palghar
Thane-Palghar
Best time to visit15 July to 15 October
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed3 hrs
Base and nearbyKondeshwar, Badlapur
EntryFree
ClosuresUsually closed 15 June to 30 September. Thane / Palghar district order bans entry to forts, waterfalls and dams through the monsoon.
About Kondeshwar Falls & Caves
An old Shiva temple in the forest behind Badlapur, with a stream and a series of small falls running past it through the monsoon. Short, green and easy, which makes it a standard family monsoon outing from Mumbai.
What to see and do
- Ancient Kondeshwar Shiva temple
- Stream and cascades through the forest
- Short, family-friendly walk
- Badlapur hills backdrop
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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