Gira,Gujarat,India

Gira Waterfalls are a beautiful seasonal cascade situated in a verdant setting, about 50 km away from Saputara. This waterfall is formed by the watercourse of the Gira River after it falls from 75 feet high cliff. The water spills over the cliff at a very high speed, which creates conditions similar to dense fog. 

This falls experience a heavy flow of water and can be witnesses in its full glory. Owing to the unspoilt natural beauty and increasing popularity of the Gira Waterfalls, efforts are being made to turn it into a tourist hot spot.

This virgin area can only reached by trekking one kilometre from the last point where vehicles have to be parked. There are view huts where visitors can conveniently stretch their legs and have their food.

Gira falls is one of the best tourist attraction of Satpura and is just one kilometers away from the Satpura- Waghai road, the best time to visit this fall is recommended to be around June to November.

How to Reach

By Air

While Surat is the nearest domestic airport (approximately 156 kilometres away), Mumbai is the nearest international airport (approximately 225 kilometres) from Saputara.

By Bus

Many state-owned and private buses run from Gujarat, Pune and Mumbai. You can choose from a regular, air-conditioned, deluxe or a private luxury coach. The bus fare is quite economical.

By Train

Railway is the best mode of travel to Saputara. The Waghai railway station at Billimora is the nearest railhead from Saputara (approximately 50 kilometres away). This railway station is well-connected with Mumbai, Gujarat and Ahmedabad. Once you reach at the station, you can board a taxi or a bus which is the most economical option to get to the main city.

Road/Self Drive

Saputara has a hilly terrain but is well-connected with most of the neighbouring cities like Nasik (80 kms), Surat (172 kms), Mumbai (280 kms) Ahmedabad (420 kms) and Vadodra (300 kms).