Kamshet Tour Packages

” Apart from adventure lovers, the hill station is an ideal spot for nature lovers, photographers and history enthusiasts.

Book a Kamshet tour package from TravelTriangle and have the time of your life. Specially mapped out by our travel experts, these travel packages provide a hassle-free experience. They are easily customisable according to your convenience. You would want to go back again once you explore these places.

Best Tourist Places To Explore In Kamshet

1. Bedse Caves

What’s Special: Ancient rock-cut caves

Timings: 9 am to 5 pm

Transportation Option: Bus/cab & walk/trek

A group of Buddhist caves associated with the Satavahana Dynasty, Bedse Caves are adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures. These rock-cut monuments comprise a prayer hall, known as Chaitya, a monastery, known as Vihara, a memorial stupa and rock-cut cisterns. Earlier, the Buddhist monks lived here to shield themselves from the rains. Your Kamshet tour package includes a visit to Bedse Caves.

2. Kondeshwar Temple

What’s Special: Hemadpanti-style architecture

Timings: 6 am to 6:30 pm

Transportation Option: Walk/trek

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kondeshwar Temple is nestled in the midst of a dense forest. A cascading waterfall, a pond and Shri Khateshwar Maharaj Samadhi are on the premises. The temple is made of black marble in Hemadpanti-style architecture. The festival of Mahashivratri is celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm in the temple. Don’t forget to add Kondeshwar Temple as a part of your Kamshet vacation package.

3. Uksan Lake (Ukson Lake)

What’s Special: Freshwater lake

Timings: 24/7

Transportation Option: Trek/walk

Lying in the Sahyadri range of Maharashtra, Uksan Lake, is formed by the waters of the Pravara River. The lake is an ideal spot for those seeking serenity or want to feel closer to nature. Photographers come here for the picturesque backdrop to capture the beauty of the surroundings. During the monsoon season, one can witness the lush greenery and waterfalls in full swing. To engage oneself, one can indulge in fishing and boating.

4. Bhaje Waterfalls

What’s Special: View of cascading waterfalls

Timings: 24/7

Transportation Option: Bus, rented bike

Named after Bhaje Caves, Bhaje Waterfalls cascade from high rocky hills. The waterfalls offer breathtaking views, which are a treat to the eyes. During the monsoons, a small pond forms at the bottom of the waterfalls. People come here to relax and rejuvenate in the lap of nature or spend quality time with their families. Adventure enthusiasts can indulge in Rappelling under the supervision of trained professionals. Kamshet trip packages are complete with a visit to these enchanting waterfalls.

5. Shinde Wadi Hills

What’s Special: Paragliding spot

Timings: 24/7

Transportation Option: Trek/walk

Considered the best paragliding spot in Kamshet, Shinde Wadi Hills is a scenic spot that offers mesmerising views of sunrise and sunset. Situated 200 feet above ground level, it is the starting point for paragliding for beginners. As per sources, the soldiers of Madhavrao Shinde fired from this hilltop during the battle against the Britishers. Adventure enthusiasts can indulge in paragliding at Shinde Wadi Hills in their Kamshet holiday package.

6. Ekvira Temple

What’s Special: Place of worship for Koli and Agri communities

Timings: 5 am to 12 noon and 4 pm to 9 pm

Transportation Option: Bus, taxi, auto

Located on the hilltop, Ekvira Temple is dedicated to Goddess Ekvira, also addressed as Ekvira Aai in Marathi. The temple is a sacred place of worship for Koli and Agri communities. It is said that during the exile of the Pandavas, Goddess Ekvira appeared in their dreams and instructed them to build a temple. When they built the temple overnight, the Goddess granted them a boon that nobody would discover them during their secret exile. The festivals of Chaitra and Navratri are considered holy by the Koli community and they climb the tall mountain with man-made steps to reach the temple.

Best Time To Visit Kamshet

Summer

The summer season in Kamshet is hot and humid. April and May are the hottest months in Kamshet.

Monsoon

Kamshet appears lush green after a rain shower. The famous activity of Kamshet- paragliding, is at a halt during monsoons i.e. from June to October, but one can always witness the natural beauty of the region. July is the wettest month of the year in Kamshet.

Winter

The weather in the winter season (November to February) is quite pleasant. Sightseeing becomes convenient during such climatic conditions.