A Stunning Glass Bridge Allows You To Cross This Waterfall In Maharashtra

Imagine visiting a beautiful waterfall surrounded by greenery: the cool breeze of an open sky, the soothing sound of gushing water, the charming echo of birdcalls, the calm rustle of leaves... Sounds perfectly serene, doesn't it? Now, what if we told you that it was possible to not only visit such a waterfall but also cross it easily? Imagine the thrill of soaking in its beauty up close. We're not talking about going into the water and braving its strong currents. There's a safer alternative - and a new development in Maharashtra shows what it is. The state recently got its first-ever glass bridge at a location in Sindhudurg. The unique see-through structure stretches across the Napne waterfall near Vaibhavwadi. Visitors can thus enjoy the beauty of their surroundings, unlike ever before.

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What Makes The Glass Bridge At Napne Waterfall Special?

The Glass Bridge at Napne waterfall features high-strength transparent glass. Therefore, visitors crossing the bridge can look directly at the water below. The bridge has vibrant and dramatic arches and railings as well as a large butterfly sculpture. The location is full of natural beauty on all sides. Standing on the bridge allows you 360-degree views of the landscape. The glass bridge in Sindhudurg was inaugurated on July 22, 2025. It was constructed under the Sindhuratna tourism promotion scheme. Regional Minister Nitesh Rane took to X to announce its opening.

1st Glass Bridge over a waterfall in Vaibhavwadi Sindhudurg !
Open to the public from today !

Dedicated to our Vikas Purush Hon CM @Dev_Fadnavis ji on his birthday #HBDDevaBhau pic.twitter.com/AJVD41znzG

— Nitesh Rane (@NiteshNRane) July 22, 2025

What's The Best Time To Visit Napne Waterfall In Sindhudurg?

This spot is especially amazing in the monsoon, when the rains refresh the greenery and contribute to enriching the waterfall. However, in earlier times, heavy rains could mean that it was not completely safe to cross this terrain. Now, the glass bridge offers a safer and more convenient option for sightseeing in this area. If you visit sometime between September and February, you are likely to get the best views.

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How To Reach The Glass Bridge At Napne Waterfall, Sindhudurg

Napne waterfall is situated close to Vaibhavwadi in Sindhudurg.

• By road: If you plan to drive to Vaibhavwadi, take National Highway 66 (Old National Highway 17). Several bus options connect Vaibhavwadi to major cities and towns in the state.
• By air: Sindhudurg Airport is approximately 94 km away from Vaibhavwadi. Ratnagiri Airport is around 110 km away.
• By train: Vaibhavwadi Railway Station is around 4 km away from Napne waterfall.

Before this, what is considered India's first-ever glass bridge opened in Kanyakumari. Read more about this must-visit spot in South India.