Thursday, April 21, 2022

Bekare Waterfall, Bhivpuri Road, Karjat

Bekare / Bekre Waterfall is a multistep waterfall which lies near Bekare Village close to Bhivvpuri Rd or Neral Station. It is a easy to reach, small and safe waterfall ideal for family. Also known among rappellers, the main waterfall rock patch is around 30m in height. The waterfall pool is shallow and safe. However during heavy rainfall it is prone to flash floods in which raging amounts of water flow in it. Around 1.5km walk from the Bekare village will lead to this waterfall. Time taken will be appx 25mins from village. It is a very beautiful waterfall amidst lush green vegetation.


There is a Khambya Devi Temple in Bekare village. After crossing the bridge near the temple one has to take right jungle route alongside river. After a while another bridge will be seen, one has to cross it and go straight towards the waterfall. (Map Route Given Below). Reaching the waterfalls is easy even during heavy rains as bridges are placed and one need not cross river bed. However during heavy rains one should see the waterfall only from distance as volume is high.




Bekare waterfall receives its water from Matheran mountains. As this waterfall lies at the foot of Matheran hills. Locals do farming around this waterfall as well as a source of drinking water.




Base of waterfall as well as top of waterfall is easily accessible via a prominent route from right side of the falls. One can enjoy at the base as well as top of the falls.
Also at the lower step of the falls there is a natural cave like formation. One can sit and relax inside the cave while water flowing above it. However the cave is very small but pleasing experience.
Locals villagers are very friendly. They can also guide you and show you the way. However some also put up stalls near the waterfalls for refreshments (only during weekends). Also the local dogs are super friendly and show you the way and follow you everywhere.



How to Reach
Reaching Bekare waterfalls are easy. One can hire auto either from Neral Station (Also base of Matheran and Peb) or from Bhivpuri Rd Station which is next of Neral Station in CST-Karjat Central Line. Bhivpuri Rd Station is closer to Bekare Village than Neral Station.
One can also walk from Bhivpuri Rd to Bekare village in order to avoid taking auto but the route is long and it is a 4km walk from Bhivpuri Rd till Bekare and then 1.5km from village till Waterfall.



Bekare Waterfall Trek Map Route

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