Things to do in Malkapur, Karad, Maharashtra
Malkapur is a town in Karad taluka, Satara district, southern Maharashtra, India. Located near the city of Karad, it lies along National Highway 48.
6 places to visit in and around Malkapur, Karad, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Agashiv Caves
The Karad Caves form a group of 66 Buddhist caves located about 5 kilometers south west of Karad, near the village Jakhinwadi overlooking the Koyna River.
Wikipedia - 2Machindragad
Machindragad Fort is a fort located 20 km from Karad. Though it is close to karad town it is in Walawa taluka, Sangli district, of Maharashtra.
Wikipedia - 3Yashwantrao Chavan Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
Yashwantrao Chavan Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is located at the meeting of three Tehsils of Sangli district: Kadegaon, Walva and Palus.
Wikipedia - 4Sadashivgad Fort
- 5Uttarmand Dam
Uttarmand Dam, is an earthfill dam on Uttarmand river near Patan, Satara district in the state of Maharashtra in India.
Wikipedia - 6Yashawantrao Chavan Samadhi
Best time to visit Malkapur, Karad
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb25°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar28°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr30°CHot
- May29°CHot
- Jun26°CRainy
- Jul24°CRainy
- Aug24°CRainy
- Sep24°CRainy
- Oct24°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov22°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec21°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 25°C | 0 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 28°C | 3 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 30°C | 3 mm |
| May | Hot | 29°C | 50 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 26°C | 456 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 24°C | 626 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 24°C | 484 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 24°C | 291 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 24°C | 112 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 18 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 21°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Malkapur, Karad
- Nearest railway station: Karad (KRD), 4 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kolhapur Airport (KLH), 69 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Malkapur, Karad costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Malkapur, Karad is not included.
Compare Malkapur, Karad with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malkapur, Karad | – | Oct–Mar | 6 |
| Satara | 50 km | May, Oct–Mar | 19 |
| Sangli | 60 km | Sep–Mar | 10 |
| Gandhinagar | 64 km | Sep–Mar | 6 |
Distances in a straight line from Malkapur, Karad; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Malkapur, Karad?
The best known are Agashiv Caves, Machindragad, Yashwantrao Chavan Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Sadashivgad Fort, Uttarmand Dam.
When is the best time to visit Malkapur, Karad?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Malkapur, Karad?
Nearest railway station: Karad (KRD), 4 km away. Nearest airport: Kolhapur Airport (KLH), 69 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Malkapur, Karad cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Malkapur, Karad is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.