Major city · India
Ahwa
Spend a half day in Ahwa for nature walks and waterfalls; no need to stay overnight unless camping.
Ahwa is a small town in South Gujarat surrounded by forest and waterfalls. It is best visited for a few hours to see the botanical garden, nearby falls and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight stays are limited to camping.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon)
- Airport
- STV
- Nights
- 0–1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ahwa112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ahwa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visitors; watch for slippery rocks near falls and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckSTV Surat Airport (about 80 km (50 mi) north, bus or taxi to Ahwa (check schedules)).STV Surat Airport (about 50 mi (80 km) north, bus or taxi to Ahwa (check schedules)).
- Getting aroundLocal buses and shared taxis connect Ahwa with Surat and Saputara; walking is common for nearby falls.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- STV Surat Airport (about 80 km (50 mi) north, bus or taxi to Ahwa (check schedules))STV Surat Airport (about 50 mi (80 km) north, bus or taxi to Ahwa (check schedules))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Best
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Apr
not flagged
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
May
not flagged
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jul
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C) low), wettest Jul (20 rain days), driest Jan (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ahwa: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
0 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
0 rd
Mar
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
0 rd
Apr
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Jun
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
20 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
19 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
1 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
0 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses and shared taxis connect Ahwa with Surat and Saputara; walking is common for nearby falls.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Saputara
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
State bus from Ahwa, about 30 km (19 mi), 45 minState bus from Ahwa, about 19 mi (30 km), 45 min
Hill station with lake and market
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Camping sites
Bring sleeping bag; basic facilities, no hotels in town
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Camping spot1 × 1 night × ₹200 | ₹200 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Bus Surat → Ahwa, both ways1 × ₹600 | ₹600 |
| eSIM, about a week of data1 × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹210 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,310 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,310≈ US$30 |
Tent pitch fee; arrange with a local guide
2026 estimate in INR; transport and food excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bottled water (500 ml) | ₹15–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Snack (local fruit or pakora) | ₹20–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus ticket Surat → Ahwa, one way | ₹250–350 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be narrow and winding; drive cautiously.
- Waterfalls may be dangerous during monsoon; avoid swimming in strong currents.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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कृपया इस पते पर ले चलेंTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Medical112
Embassy
No embassy or consulate in Ahwa; the US consulate-general is in Mumbai, and most other missions are in Delhi or Mumbai.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Surat → Ahwa bus, one way: about ₹300 (≈ US$4), roughly 1.5 h
- Taxi Ahwa → Shivghat Waterfall: about ₹200–300 (≈ US$3–4) for 12 km (7.5 mi)about ₹200–300 (≈ US$3–4) for 7.5 mi (12 km)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितने का है? — How much is this? (yah kitne ka hai?)
- क्या मुझे पानी मिल सकता है? — Can I have water? (kya mujhe paani mil sakta hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ahwa. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a simple guesthouse listing if local owners develop rooms.
- Map walking routes to each waterfall.
Sources
- officialGujarat Tourism — Dang district
- secondaryWikidata — Ahwa
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ahwa, revision 4639644 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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