Kesarval Spring is situated 22 km away from Panaji on Verna plateau off the Panaji-Margao highway. The spring is surrounded by tropical woodlands and swaying betel palms and emerges from the hard rocks. The spring is in its full glory in the monsoons and looks fabulous, brimming with sparkling water. However it is not that impressive during summers. There is dense undergrowth surrounding the site and above its gorge the hills stretch out in the east and south. The word "Kesar-val" is derived from the Indian word for eagles that used to maintain a colony here among the afforested slopes.

The spring is believed to have medicinal properties and a large number of people bath in the lake for health. There is intense undergrowth surrounding the site and above its gorge the hills stretch out in the east and south. It is a very popular spa, where people bathe in its water with a strong belief that the "healing waters" with magical curative properties will drive away all their ailments.

Best Time to Visit Kesarval Waterfalls

The best time to visit this natural waterfall is between the months of June to September.

How to Reach there

By Air: he nearest airport to this falls is Dabolim airport

By Rail: 60 km from Panaji and 10 km from Colem Railway Station.

By Road: There are a number of buses that run from Mapusa and Panaji to Kesarval. The nearest interstate bus station is at Margao, the KTC bus station.