Monsoon Hike and Waterfall Rappelling to Kondana Caves

Wide Aware has organized a simple hike and waterfall rappelling (canyoning) outing to Kondana Caves on the 26th of July, 2009 (Sunday).

Participants exploring carved cave at Kondana

Our group will leave Mumbai at 6:30am and go to Kondivade village. After a filling breakfast, we head on to the caves, which is about an hours moderate walk. Once there, we have some time to explore the caves and rappel down the waterfall that curtains the mouth of the cave.

Rappelling is a means of descending steep vertical faces with the assistance of a rope and specialized equipment. It is a quick and exciting experience. When you combine it with the magic of the Sahyadri in the monsoon, you get to do that exciting descent through a waterfall. You won’t believe how much fun it is, till you experience it.

We walk down to Kondivade for a late lunch and some time to clean and freshen up. We leave for Mumbai post tea and snacks in the evening. We should be back by 8pm or so (depending on traffic).

Participation is open for teenagers and above in age, right up to your fifties. Please note that while there is nothing difficult, there is a fair amount of walking and physical exertion involved, and discuss any fitness and health concerns with Raka before confirming your participation.

The costs for this adventure outing are Rs.1,100/- per head. These costs include travel by Sumo, breakfast, lunch and dinner; and skilled instruction and equipment for the hike and rappelling.

If you would like to join in, please speak with Raghavendra Kale (Raka) directly on 09869433342 or (if there is some problem getting through to him) Vidyut Kale – 09892469127. If you are planning on coming, it is important to confirm your attendance as early as possible, as we will be operating on a first-come-first serve.

If there remains a difficulty in getting through to either of us, please comment on this post  with your correct email address, and we will get back to you. You may also contact us through the contact form here.