Maharashtra is not only blessed with the azure Arabian Sea and emerald Western Ghats, but also with placid rivers flowing from one city to another. Mumbai, the capital, is home to innumerable vacationers and working professionals. Whatever the reason of visit is, everybody wants to get a slice of nearby destinations adorning the financial capital. Alibaug and Mahabaleshwar can be in everybody’s list, but one can also opt for an offbeat escapade. And Kolad village is the answer to such an offbeat weekend getaway near Mumbai. Kolad is popular amongst Mumbaikars for the mighty Kundalika River and river rafting activity. With winter setting in, river rafting in Kolad can make for an excellent weekend break near Mumbai.