Overview

The Kas Plateau Reserved Forest, also known as the Kaas Pathar, is a plateau situated 25 kilometres west from Satara city in Maharashtra, India.It is situated high hill plateaus and grasslands turns into a 'valley of flowers' during monsoon season.Kaas Pathar is a plateau made from volcanic rocks in the Satara district of Maharashtra, and comes under the biosphere of the Western Ghats.The best time to visit Kaas Plateau is during the month of September or early October. Kaas has more than 850 different species of flowering plants. Kaas plateau is a World Natural Heritage site, part of the Sahyadri Sub-cluster.

Thoseghar Waterfalls is a scenic spot located near the small village of Thoseghar, 20 km from Satara city.There are a series of waterfalls, some of them 15 to 20 metres and one of approx 200 metres in height.

Sajjangad meaning "Fort of Good People", is located near the city of Satara, India. It is the final resting place of Sant Ramdas in 18th century India (born 1608) and Sajjangad is a popular place of pilgrimage.

*Note : Our Main Focus for this tour is to explore Kaas Plateau more.Visit to Sajjangad is subject to the Time Availability.

1 Day Available on request
Highlights
  • Kaas Plateau.
  • Thoseghar Waterfall
  • Sajjangad
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Transport by Non AC High Back Private Vehicle (Pune-Pune).
  • Breakfasts, Lunch, Hi-Tea.
  • Energy Perks for the Trek.
  • Expert Trek Leads from Team Via Ferrata.
  • First aid kit available.

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Dinner on Return Journey to Pune, Cold drinks, Mineral water, etc.
  • Private orders of Tea, Breakfast, Meals etc.
  • Personal expenses of any kind.
  • Insurance Coverage.
  • Medical expenses other than “First aid”.
  • Any other charges not mentioned in “Fees Include“.
Itinerary

05:30 a.m. – Meet Team Via Ferrata at Office.

06:00 a.m. – Departure from Via Ferrata Office.

Starting Point : Via Ferrata Office in Sadashiv Peth.

*IMPORTANT – Latecomers will have to join us on the way or make their own arrangements to reach the starting point.

No Arguments will be entertained for the same.

07:30 a.m. – Breakfast on the way.

10:00 a.m. – Reach Kaas Plateau & Explore the place.

12:00 Noon – Break for Lunch.

12:30 p.m. – Drive towards Thoseghar Waterfall.

01:30 p.m. – Reach Thoseghar Waterfall. Enjoy the Scenic beauty of Thoseghar waterfall.Walk of 10 Minutes required to reach the point of Thoseghar Waterfall.

02:30 p.m. – Move towards Sajjangad.

03:00 p.m. – Start Climbing Sajjangad by Steps.(30 Min Walk).Reach and explore place.

05:00 p.m. – Start return Journey to Pune.

09:00 p.m. – Reach Back to Pune.

We may come to Pune ONE Hour Before OR After the given time.

Things To Carry
  • Valid Identity Card
  • Backpack (no sling bags, one side bags etc.)
  • Hiking pants, Woolen pullover/ Gloves, Raincoat, Jacket,Cap/Hat, socks, Cold cream, Sunglasses, Torch
  • Trekking equipment like trekking Shoes with good grip,trekking pole.
  • Crape Bandage (if you have one at home)
  • Water bottle (Minimum 2-3 LTRs)
  • Extra set of Clothes (to wear after the trek, in return journey)
  • Some ready to eat food like plum cakes, fruits, dry fruits, chocolates, biscuits,etc.
  • Any prescribed personal medicine (e.g.anti-allergic medicines suggested by doctor).
  • *Covid-19 precautions : Carry Mask & small bottle of Sanitizer.