Pahine Waterfall (Necklace Waterfall) : A Mini-Guide

Pahine Waterfall, AKA Kajoli waterfall, AKA Necklace waterfall is part of the Western Ghats, one of the world’s eight “hottest hotspots” of biological diversity. It is a family-friendly spot, suitable for family outings .

Distance to Pahine Waterfall

• From Nashik, CCM: ~30 km (45 minutes)
• From Trimbakeshwar: ~12 km (20 minutes)
• From Igatpuri: ~40 km (1 hour)

Hike/Trek Details

The hike distance to the waterfall is of about 2 Km. It takes about 30-40 minutes depending on your speed. Although, you return back within about 20 minutes only.

There would be two routes from parking to the waterfall:

1. Stream Path: This route goes along a stream. It gets a bit slippery in monsoon so is a bit risky.
2. Hill Route: This is a bit safer in monsoons. Although you’d miss out the fun of the cold water stream.

Tips for Visiting Pahine Waterfall

Start Early: Begin your trek early to avoid returning in the dark. This is specially true for monsoon season. Hiking back in dark can be risky considering the slipperiness.

Prepare for Rain: Pahine experiences heavy rainfall. The hike gets muddy & slippery. I suggest you carry appropriate hiking shoes as well as rain gear.

Water Crossing: Be cautious when crossing water along the trail. The algae makes the surface slippery.

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