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Saputara is a picturesque hill station located 1000 m above the sea level with a nice bracing cool climate, Saputara the ‘Adobe of Serpents’, is located in the forest region of Dangs of Sahyadari Ranges. The town, the only hill station in Gujarat, is situated on the Maharashtra-Gujarat border. The ambiance is very cool throughout the seasons and the maximum temperature experienced here is 28 degrees in summer months. As per the Hindu mythology, Lord Ram spent his 11 years of exile in the dense forests of Saputara. There is a deity of a serpent (snake) placed on the banks of the river Sarpaganga. Local tribal folks pay worship to this serpent god and celebrate festivals like Holi. Saputara is enriched with natural relics and bio diversity, with awesome climate of chilly air and the terrains covered with mists in the evenings.Saputara attracts lots and lots of tourist to its scenic lap, owing to its stunning view, lively location and cool climate. Saputara has marvelous waterfalls and the place is ideal for watching sunrise and sunset. In the pleasant monsoon, Saputara offers breathtaking scenes for nature lovers. The Saputara Lake in the backdrop of lushing greenery and charming surroundings is a major attraction here. Boating facilities such as paddle boats or row are available on the lake.The place also houses some beautiful gardens and a museum. One of the main attractions of Saputara is the ‘Pushpak Ropeway’. It is considered the longest ropeway in the country and attracts a large number of children and young couples. There is a hill resort with hotels, parks, swimming pools, theatres and a museum. Saputara can be visited any time of the year.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 394720

STD Code: 2631 I

nfo Website: http://www.saputarahillstation.com/

Best Time to Visit:  Marvh – October

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How to ReachEdit 

By Air : Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International airport, which is 360 km away from Saputara, is the nearest airport. All the major airlines have service from Mumbai to all major cities in India and many cities abroad including Singapore, Hong Kong, Colombo and gulf countries. Taxis are available from Mumbai to Saputara and costs about Rs 7000.

By Train : Waghai railway station is about 50 km away from Saputara city center. This station is directly connected with Mumbai and regular train services are available from here to many cities in India. Taxis are also available in the railway station and fare is about Rs 900 to the heart of the city.

By BUS : Saputara is well connected to all neighboring cities by Government owned buses. Private A/C and non A/C deluxe buses are also available from Saputara to many cities in the State including Mumbai and Pune (275 km). Bus fare is about Rs 3 to Rs 4 per head.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Shilpi Hill Resort ; Saputara-Nasik Highway, Near view shopping mall, Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Ph – 02631 237 231 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Aakar Lords Inn ; Surat-Saputara-Nasik Hwy, Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Ph – 02631 237 551 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities , Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Sejal Inn, Saputara ; Near Saputara Bus Stand, Sunrise Point Rd, Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Ph – 02631 237 217 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Chitrakoot Hill Resort Saputara ; Distt Ahwa, Dang, Sunset Rd, Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Ph – 022 2501 4680 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Swad Restaurant ;  Savshanti Lake Resort, Nageshwar Mahadev Road, Saputara Point Rd, Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Shital Fast Food ;  Near Shilpi Hill Resort, Surat -Saputara Nasik Road, Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; M –  094 26 427273 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Must Do ActivitiesAdd

• Paragliding ; Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  N.A. ; Closed Time :  N.A.
• Zorbing, Water Rolling ; Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  N.A. ; Closed Time :  N.A.
• Zip-lining ; Saputara, Gujarat 394720. ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  N.A. ; Closed Time :  N.A.
• Boating ; Saputara Lake ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  N.A. ; Closed Time :  N.A.

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FestivalAdd 

Saputara Monsoon Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  1st of September ; Details:  This year’s monsoon festival will continue till 1st of September. Laser show, craft and food bazar, film shows, bamboo balancing, jelly jump, build Saputara, bamboo ball, balloon blowing, ball and bucket, brick walk(couple), tug of war, musical chair, skip master, photo corner, cultural programmes, visit to local villages and interaction with local people, visit to Mahal forest, Shabaridham(Subir), trekking with packed lunch, visit to Gira falls, Vansda, botanical garden at Waghai, boating, visit to sun set point are some of the activities planned for tourists during the Monsoon festival. Saputara means ‘Abode of the Snakes’. Saputara attracted 60,000 tourists during the Monsoon Festival last year according to Gujarat Tourism Corporation officials. This year’s Monsoon Festival promises to be bigger and better with a plethora of activities lined up for adventure junkies, culture aficionados and ofcourse nature lovers. Kids are bound to have a great time with excitement packed games like Bamboo balancing, Jelly Jump, Bamboo Ball, Balloon blowing, Skip Master, Musical Chairs, Bamboo Ball, Brick Walk, Tug of war, etc. Parents and adults can chose from a wide range of Cultural Programs, Film Shows, Food and Craft bazaars. The entire family can enjoy Laser shows and associated programs highlighting the culture of the Dangs.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Saputara is a major tourist place in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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