Tamhini Waterfall
Tamhini Ghat, Mulshi, Pune district
If you are looking for a monsoon waterfall drive near Pune, Tamhini is a great choice. The ghat road through Mulshi taluka passes roadside falls and short-walk cascades at every few turns in the rains, with misty views toward Mulshi Lake between them. It is one of the greenest monsoon landscapes near the city, only about 55 km from Pune. July to September is the season, and weekday mornings beat the weekend traffic. Stop carefully, since the ghat road stays busy.
Why go
- Monsoon waterfall and misty ghat scenery
- Views toward Mulshi Lake
- Dense green Western Ghats landscape
Travel at a glance
How to reach
Drive from Pune via Mulshi towards Tamhini Ghat road.
Nearest railway station
Pune Junction, roughly 56-60 km away
Things to carry
Authorities have restricted swimming and risky photography at waterfalls in this belt after drownings; stay out of fast water and obey closures.
FAQs
When is Tamhini Waterfall at its best?
During the monsoon, when the falls and surrounding ghat are at their fullest.
Which railway station is nearest?
Pune Junction, roughly 56-60 km away.
Is swimming safe?
No. Currents can be strong and local restrictions may apply; stay out of fast water.