Tapola: Shivsagar Backwatersतापोळा
“Mini Kashmir” on the Koyna backwaters, and the boat launch for Vasota.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereSatara, Maharashtra
Satara-Kolhapur
Satara-Kolhapur
Best time to visit15 October to 15 May
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Time neededFull day
Base and nearbyTapola, Mahabaleshwar
EntryBoating ₹300-800
About Tapola: Shivsagar Backwaters
Locally called mini Kashmir, Tapola sits on the Shivsagar backwaters of the Koyna dam, surrounded by forested ridges. It is the launch point for boats to Vasota fort and the main watersports base in the region.
What to see and do
- Shivsagar backwaters ringed by forest
- Boat access to Vasota fort
- Kayaking, jet-ski and boating
- Lakeside camping
- Mahabaleshwar 25 km away
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