How to Reach Viva Andur
Viva Andur sits in Andur village, near Gaganbawada, in Kolhapur district — beside the Andur Dam backwater. Here's everything you need to get here by road, rail and air.
Viva Andur on Google Maps
Near Gaganbawada
District Kolhapur, India
Distances to Viva Andur
Approximate driving distances. Please confirm with live maps before you set off — road conditions and route options may vary.
Kolhapur
Closest big city. Fuel up, buy essentials, then head out.
Pune
Easy drive down NH48, then branch off towards Gaganbawada.
Mumbai
Leave early morning — you'll reach Viva Andur by tea time.
Goa
Beautiful drive through the Karul Ghat — worth the trip alone.
Nearest Stations & Airports
Nearest Railway Stations
Two great options depending on your route
- Kolhapur Railway Station (KOP) — ~60 km. Mainline station with strong connectivity from Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru.
- Vaibhavwadi Railway Station — Konkan Railway, ~70 km. Perfect if you're coming from Goa or the Konkan coast.
Nearest Airports
Fly in from anywhere, drive the rest
- Kolhapur Airport (KLH) — ~60 km. Small, quick, closest option.
- Goa Mopa Airport (GOX) — Manohar International Airport, ~200 km. Best if you're flying in from a major metro.
- Pune Airport (PNQ) — ~300 km. Alternative for long-haul flights.
📵 Heads Up — It's a Village
Andur is a small, beautiful village with limited resources. That's exactly why you're coming — but it's also why you should come prepared.
- Mobile network is patchy — sometimes there's no signal at all. Download the route offline before you leave the city.
- Download Google Maps offline for the Andur / Gaganbawada / Kolhapur region — it works even without internet.
- Take a screenshot of your booking confirmation, the map pin, and the caretaker's number.
- Ask the villagers if you get lost — they know the farmhouse and are always happy to help. Most speak Marathi and Hindi.
- Fuel up in Kolhapur or Gaganbawada before heading to Andur. There's no petrol pump in the village.
- Withdraw cash in the city. UPI may not always work reliably in the village.
Smart Travel Tips
A few small preparations make the whole trip smoother.
Download Offline Maps
Andur / Gaganbawada / Kolhapur region in Google Maps.
Carry a Power Bank
Charging is available, but keep a power bank for the drive.
Fuel Up Early
Fill petrol/diesel in Kolhapur or Gaganbawada.
Carry Some Cash
UPI works but cash is safer in the village.
Layer Up in Winter
Nights can get chilly — bring a light jacket.
Wear Sturdy Shoes
Farmhouse paths and hills are best in good footwear.
Check Your Car
Tyre pressure, fuel, and a full tank before leaving.
Save Our Numbers
Mahesh 8806699090 · Ujjwal 9422046609 · Jaywant 9923907577
Need Help Finding Us?
If you get lost, can't find the farmhouse, or aren't sure about the road — please call us. We'll guide you turn by turn, or ask a villager to meet you at the crossroads.
Don't hesitate. It's a village. It happens. We're here to help.
The Journey Is Part of the Story
Hills. Ghats. Lake.
The winding road through Karul Ghat, the smell of the forest, the first glimpse of the water — you'll know you're close. Drive safe, drive slow, and enjoy it.
Ready to Hit the Road?
Book your stay, save the numbers, download the maps — and we'll see you by the lake.