Things to do in Karjat for a Little Adventurous Getaway in the Hills

One of the prime things to do in Karjat is going on the Kondana Cave Exploration. Kondana Caves, nestled cosily in the midst of a dense and magnificent forest near Kondana Village were discovered in the 1st century BC and consist of intricate and delicate carvings of Buddhist architecture. Although an earthquake in 1900 damaged some parts of the caves, the existing structures are worth seeing. One can take a stroll in the caves and experience the regal aura of the stone-cut structure. This place is sure to take your breath away.

Kothligad (or Peth) is a hill fort in Maharashtra. It is located at a modest elevation of 1500 feet in the Raigad district of the state. The pinnacle of the fort is shaped in the form of a vertical funnel, lending it a peculiar look. There are caves carved out of huge rocks at the top of the fort, alongside a pond perfectly square in shape. The veryical tunnel has large cool rooms and spacious caves, along with the staircases which lead to the top. This is one of the most popular treks in town and you should definitely include it in your topmost things to do in Karjat.

Bhivgad (or Bhimgad) is a hill fort in Maharashtra. Located in the district of Raigad, this fort offers a nice trek in close companionship to the fort of Dhakbahiri. There are two caves and a few water cisterns at the top. During monsoon, this fort offers offers the scenic view of a seasonal waterfall. There are some fortifications still left, and the remnants of some old structures near the top. There is a stone idol of some unknown deity near the caves. The top of the citadel offers a panoramic view of the trek route to Dhakbahiri.

Situated in Khopoli near Karjat, Zenith Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfall sites in Maharashtra. The waterfalls can be reached through a short trek between ridges and troughs an narrow pathways. The spectacle is sight to behold. It is one of the topmost tourist attractions and the city and you must definitely include it in your bucket list of things to do in Karjat.

Situated around 90 kms from Mumbai in Karjat, Bhivpuri Waterfalls is a mesmerising cascade of water from a cliff. Nestled amidst beauteous surroundings and lush greenery, the waterfalls is a popular place of tourism in the region. Visiting here is one of the top touristy things to do in Karjat. It is also a popular picnic spot in the region.

Kothaligad is a small fort to the east of Karjat on the Karjat-Murbad road. It is called Peth fort because of its vicinity to the Peth Village. It is famous in Karjat for treks because it is small in height and easy to climb. There is also a cave and a small temple at the base of the fort. Especially popular among the adventure enthusiast, visiting the fort is on the bucket list of things to do in Karjat, of every tourist.

Bekare Waterfalls is situated in Karjat, a few kms away from Pune. Boasting of picturesque beauty and surreal environment, Bekare Waterfalls is also very popular for water sports especially rappelling. People also come here with a basket of food and sheet to have a blissful picnic amidst surreal environment. However, trying your hand at rappelling by the waterfalls stays one of the best things to do in Karjat.

Karjat has a small shopping industry. You can browse the local markets for goods and objects of domestic use. You can buy pots and handicraft products made by people from the villages in Karjat.