“Travelling solo does not always mean you’re alone. Most often, you meet marvelous people along the way and make connections that last a lifetime” -Jacqueline boone

Clouded sky and cosy weather are so peaceful when embraced with the nature around. At such times, going on a long drive, listening to country songs is just a brilliant idea! Being located on western Ghats, Goa is blessed with many magical waterfalls, Kuskem is one such breathtaking hidden gems I have visited. It is situated in Cotigao wildlife sanctuary in Canacona. Cotigao is a home to number of species of animals and birds as well as ancient trees. This area is veritable for nature lovers with abundance of vegetations and perennial streams, which continue to delight the visitors on the way to the waterfall.

There is an amazing two-kilometer trek through thick vegetation. While your trek begins, you can hear the enchanting sound of gushing water flowing through the rocks. Once you reach up the waterfall you can see mist formed all over and milky water flowing from great height surrounded by the greenery. Usually white, the water turns green during the peak of monsoon, but this slight is still beautiful.

This waterfall has been developed for eco-tourism, it is administrated by the forest department and liquor is prohibited on the site. Plastic is also forbidden and dustbins have been placed at regular intervals to help ensure the place remains clean.

The locals are also taking very good initiative to maintain this place. The locals are shy to talk. But when approached they’ll be happy to tell you about their culture, traditions and lifestyle. The people who live here are tribe of velips. They grow their own veggies like ladyfinger, tambdi bhaji, cucumbers, Palak, and many more “since the city is too far for us to buy certain things, we consume more vegetable than meat”. One of the locals informs.

Not many people are aware of this waterfall and pristine site it has to offer, but it’s truly a lovely place to visit during the monsoon. However, the young tourists to this place is growing. Nature lovers are advised to visit this lovely waterfall only in monsoon season has it’s truly a gem during monsoon. This magnificent waterfall is 30m high, surrounded by a plently of vegetation and wildlife.