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We all love road trips and loving them have our own reasons.

Breaking out of normal routine and hitting the roads like nomads for a week is undoubtedly an adventurous and wonderful thing to do.

I have been lucky to roam through various parts and terrains of India but riding the coastal road of Konkan has few substitutes.

So, if you are looking for places of interests in Konkan or looking to hit the lush green roads of Western Ghats I highly recommend to take the coastal highway.

Best time to visit

With its pristine clear beaches, silent valleys, lovely people, free-flowing river and empty roads, Konkan is the place to be during winters i.e. from September to March.

Sagari Mahamarg or the Coastal sea route runs right from Alibaug to Goa. Coded as MSH 4 or Mumbai Goa Coastal highway, the route runs through multiple creeks.

In some places, you may need to make use of Jetty to cross the creek. Two wheelers and four wheelers can be easily transported across the creeks using state run Trawlers.

Coastal highway route

Time needed

At least 4 days is suggested to spend on this route and not less than that. Night halt can be Diveagar, Guhagar, Malvan and Goa.

I have shortlisted few places in north-south order but the beauty of Konkan is not limited to below places. Every turn there has its own charm.

Dabhol and Anjanvel

Dabhol is a coastal town which lies on the Sagari Mahamarg after the town of Dapoli. One can take a jetty from Dabhol to Anjanvel on the other side.

View of Arabian Sea from Anjanvel lighthouse

Spectacular coast of Dabhol

Guhagar Beach

Guhagar is a small and straight town with an awesome beach and windy surrounding. The white sand and blue water beach are not yet commercialized and one can spend quality time walking down the length of the beach. It is around 15 km from Anjanvel lighthouse.

Lately, a number of hotels and restaurants have sprung up and remains functional throughout the year.

Dramatic evening at Guhagar beach

Seascape of Guhagar beach

Ganpatipule the temple town

Next town to stop by after Guhagar is Ganpatipule. And the journey from Guhagar to Ganpatipule is riding amidst silent hills and super curved Ghats.

Ganpatipule is popular for Lord Ganesh temple which right on the beach.

Another attraction in Ganpatipule is ‘Prachin Konkan’. Prachin Konkan is a concept based tourist attraction designed to make the tourist aware of the history of Konkan and its a must-visit for a culture loving travellers.

A silent river near Tavsal Jetty

Beautiful riverside village

A section in Prachin Konkan depicting traditional Konkani kitchen

Ganpatipule to Malvan is like high mountain roads on one side and expansive roaring Ocean on the other side. It’s very much like the Pacific highway map we used to play in the NFS video games.

After Ratnagiri, there isn’t much ghat and mostly the roads are straight running through tabletops. One gets to see fantastic stretches of green and yellow fields.

Malvan is an old city and has mentions in our ancient scriptures. At the heart of Malvan city is a narrow road running across the old market with shops glittering on each side.

Places of attraction in and around Malvan are Devbag Sangam, Sindhudurg Fort, Snorkelling at Tarkali beach and spotting Dolphins in the sea.

An evening in Malvan

After Malvan next obvious stop would be Vengurla. Vengurla is around 25km inside from the Mumbai Goa highway and the route is extremely scenic.

Some places of attraction here are Vengurla Bandar, Vengurla Market Terekhol Fort and Sagareshwar beach.

I loved the place so much that I went there alone and stayed for 3-4 days. I rented a cycle to explore the place at a slow pace. You can read the entire travelogue here stay in Vengurla day 1 , stay in Vengular day 2 and stay in Vengurla day 3 ( links will open in new tab ).

Beautiful landscape of Vengurla

Old Customs office in Vengurla

I hope you enjoyed the post and photos and they surely motivated you to hit the road. Read the detailed bike trip to Konkan .

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• December 22, 2020

Wow amazing pictures! Thank you for sharing these places, I am planning to tour Konkan and this really helped me to shortlist the places.

Regards, Niti.

Thank you Niti 🙂 I am glad that you liked the photos and information. Wish you an amazing, adventurous and safe trip!!

• February 26, 2022

Hello Niraj ,, Long time dream to tour the fabulous Konkan during the Mango season .. I was searching for specific information about the best route to take from Mumbai to Goa ,,so as to not miss any of Konkans wonderful Sights & Tastes ,esp not the yummy Aam ..Hope u can help . Looking fwd to ur reply . Rgds, Gauthmi

• February 28, 2022

Hi Gauthmi,

You can take a look at this link to get an idea about halts – https://budgetyatri.com/incredible-konkan-bike-trip-part-1-html

— Devbaag region around Ratnagiri Malvan is popular for its Hapus, this place is worth exploring for the interest you mentioned 🙂

Feel free to drop an email on [email protected] if you have more questions. I would be happy to help.

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Coastal Maharashtra Road Trip: Mumbai To Goa Itinerary Via Konkan

I’ve done Coastal Maharastra Road Trip, otherwise known as Konkan Road Trip, twice: once in 2018, and once in 2020. The 2018 trip was done in a car with friends and the 2020 trip was done on a motorcycle, solo. Though I followed the same route, the itinerary was different. Both journeys took 4 days to complete.

This blog on Coastal Maharastra Road Trip Itinerary has been, therefore, written on the basis of the learning from both trips, with updated road conditions as of 2020.

Also, read these Motivational Travel Quotes I’ve handpicked for you.

Now, let’s get started with the topic at hand…

Mumbai to Goa Coastal Maharashtra Trip

So far I believed that India has everything to offer but a scenic coastal ride, and to get the best of a road trip in India your options are limited to the Himalayas, with Spiti Valley and Leh Ladakh topping the list.

To make it even more ironic, every time someone asked me about my favourite coastal route in the world the first thing that came to my mind was the Great Indian Ocean Drive in Western Australia , or someplace in Italy. Though I am certainly not comparing the coastal roads of Australia or Italy with Maharashtra’s, the fact that I never explored my own backyard that I didn’t know what beauty it had to offer.

And then, Konkan Road Trip happened, and I realised that it’s not just one of the best road trips in Maharashtra, as often claimed, but one of the best in the world.

Note: Mumbai to Goa Coastal Maharastra and Konkan Road Trips are both the same. The coastal region of Maharashtra is otherwise known as the Konkan region, hence the same thing. Now let’s start with the route map…

Mumbai to Goa Coastal Maharashtra Route Map

Before you go on the route and start Google navigating, let me tell you that Google will keep navigating you from the main Mumbai to the Goa highway route. But since we are talking about the Mumbai to Goa coastal route, you will have to stick to the coast. Just have your wits about it and stay as close to the coast as you can.

For your reference, here is Mumbai to Goa Coastal Route by car. The same route is accessible by bikes too…

For those who love road trips and beaches, the coastal Konkan region, in Maharashtra is certainly a no-miss.

From roads running parallel to beaches to ferry crossings to an ever-changing landscape — that, at every 50 km, shift from high cliffs to beach-side drives to isolated hilltops barren with red laterite soil — the coastal Maharashtra road trip has all highlights.

For an intrepid, there is more to explore on this route than just the scenic beauty. This including a 16th-century Jaigad Fort, a 17th-century Ganesh Idol at Ganpati Pule, adventure water sports at Tarkarli, many flourishing Konkan villages, strange regional delicacies, and much more.

Coastal Maharashtra Road Trip: More About Journey Than Destinations

Though the entire 600km stretch between Mumbai and Goa coastal route is a highlight, the three highlighted places that deserve a little more time include Harihareshwar, Ganpati Pule and Tarkarli (or Malvan).

For the most part of the trip, you will be driving on the state highway 4 (or SH4) which, in reality, is more like a narrow trail than a highway, but the natural beauty and the experiences it has to offer will make it up to you.

I mean imagine it this way… if you’re doing Mumbai to Goa taking NH 48 you can do the journey in about 12 hours. But if you’re doing the Konkan road trip, it takes at least three days (even if you’re driving throughout the day, every day). There must be something great and offbeat about it!

SH4 is known as the coastal route due to its proximity to the ocean. On several occasions (six times in total) it ends up in the ocean or a massive lagoon, forcing you to take a ferry to get to the other side.

From moment to moment, the Konkan road trip also offers dramatic backdrops of the blue Arabian sea from atop a steep cliff, before taking you downhill for a close hug with the coast. As the journey nears Goa, the highway starts going inland more frequently, over surprisingly isolated and barren hills, with pleasant villages start showing periodically for a change.

Though for most the part, the SH4 remains a poor country road, at times, it turns into a well-marked and well-sealed highway too. Yet, doing more than 200km a day is quite a challenge and makes it impossible since the idea is to cherish a good road trip experience and grab the scenic beauty en route.

Tip: Since National Highway 48 is a better alternative to the coastal State Highway 4, Google will keep rerouting you to 48. So just have your wits about going parallel to NH48 and sticking closer to the coast. Wherever there’s a diversion, take the one taking you closer to the coast and that’s the scenic route. At times you may have to deviate and go a little inland too, but starting from Mumbai to all the way to Goa, there are a few different (though for the most part the SH4 only) highways running right next to the coast.

The Coastal Maharashtra route is off the tourist trail. Most tourists doing Mumbai-Goa or Pune-Goa take the better version of the roads and follow NH 48.

Coastal Maharashtra Or Konkan Road Trip Itinerary

• Mumbai to Harihareshwar (1 ferry crossing)
• Hariharshwar to Ganpati Pule (4 ferry crossings)
• Ganpati Pule to Tarkarli (1 ferry crossing)
• Tarkarli to Goa (no ferry crossings)

Day 3 of the journey, i.e from Ganpati Pule to Tarkarli, remains the highlight of the journey with the most spectacular stretch of the whole trip starting right after Ganpati Pule. As you leave Ganpati Pule, the road climbs around a cliff with Aare Ware beach appearing at a distance below, on the right, providing gorgeous views. A perfectly carved road further compliments the experience.

From Ganpati Pule to all the way to Ratnagiri (a 25km stretch) you get periodic glimpses of the Arabic Sea shimmering on your right as the roads wind uphill and downhill regularly.

The three ferry crossings on Day 2 (at Bagmandala jetty, at Dhabol and at Tawsal) were also quite an experience and offered great photo ops.

Tip : Bagmandala ferry (to Bankot) departs every hour and starts a 6 in the morning. The ferry from Dhabol to Dopave departs every 45 minutes, starting at 6.30 a.m. The last one leaves at 10 p.m. From Tavsal to Jaigad too the ferry runs approximately every 45 minutes, but this one’s the longest of all rides (around 20 mins) with the last ferry, again, leaving at 10 in the night. Cars, motorbikes, and even trucks can be transported on all three ferries.

The entire stretch has more than five ferry crossings all operating during the daytime only. Visit CarFerry.in to check the time schedule for each ferry point and save yourself from some needless waiting.

Coastal Maharashtra or Konkan Road Trip Highlights

Though there’s enough to see and do on the way, and one can easily spend a week slowly driving and still not get bored with the journey, for those doing it in the minimum time, yet enjoying a good share of stop-overs, here are my six suggested stops en route Mumbai-Goa following the coastal Maharashtra of State Highway 4:

Harihareshwar Beach

The highlight of the pilgrimage town of Harihareshwar, the Harihareshwar beach is ideal for those looking for a clean and soothing beach where one can spend some unhurrying time and forget their bustling life in the cities.

The beach assures a noise-free ambience with no watersports and no loud tourists around, as most people visiting Harihareshwar come here for paying tribute to Lord Harihareshwar. There’s moreover only one shack available throughout its half a kilometre expanse.

Anjanvel Village

One of the many villages en route, Anjanvel village offers an ideal rural escape. During our stop at Anjarle and a few hours of strolling and eating in the town, I found people in Anjanvel being very hospitable, with most of them eager to share smiles and engage in a happy conversation with tourists.

A noticeable highlight was the local Malvan food we had in the town, that was more a food tour experience.

Harnai Fish Market

Though you’re going to find quite a few fish markets on State Highway 4, Harnai Fish Market just happens to be one of the largest and busiest. The eclectic atmosphere at Harnai Beach with women clad in bright sarees screaming and yelling for their best prices and the men going catching and bringing fishes from the ocean to the land is quite a sight. It’s amazing to see how as soon as fresh fish hit the beach, the action starts.

Aare Ware Beach Road

A 10 km stretch of a road the Aare Ware Beach road — that starts right from Ganpati Pule beach to the next T-point junction — is the most beautiful highlight of the entire Coastal Maharashtra route. With its many twists and turns, the road frequently goes uphill and downhill, with sometimes offering a distant view of the mighty blue ocean from up a cliff, and sometimes, a closer shrug.

Devgad Fort & Ananvadi Fishing Village

If deserted forts and dramatic sunsets overlooking an infinite ocean is your thing then you’re going to fall in love with coastal Maharashtra. Starting Mumbai to all the way to Goa, we came across a few dozens abandoned forts, but the one we stopped by for capturing the sunset was the fort of Devgad and I can’t recommend it more.

The adjoining fishing village of Ananwadi was moreover a great place to capture some village life.

Tarkarli Village

Out of all the villages we explored, I particularly loved the setting of Tarkarli village.

Though the highlight in Tarkarli is the adventure water sport (including Scuba diving, Jet Ski, Banana Boat Ride, and Parasailing, among others) for a photo buff, Tarkarli had much to offer. Just walk across the many intermingled bylanes and capture the essence of rural coastal Maharashtra.

Have you done the Konkan road trip? How was your experience? Would you rather take the Coastal Maharashtra Route or Mumbai to Goa highway?

Also Read: What To See And Do In Lonavala

You can checkout timing & rate of ferry on https://carferry.in . Definitely this route takes lot of time but scenic view is awesome. I had taken this route in November 2017 from Malwan to Thane. The route was Malwan – Achara – KUnakeshwar – Devgad – Vijaydurg – Vyete – Ratnagiri – Arrey vhare – Ganapati pule – Jaigad – Guhagar – Dabhol – Daploi – Anjarle – Harnai – Veshvi – Harihareshwar – Shrivardhan – Dighi – Agardanda – Alibaug – Panvel – Thane.

Ferry Taken – 1) Jaigad to Tavasal 2) Dhopave to Guhagar 3) Veshvi to Bagmandale 4) Dighi to Agardanda

1 Night stay at Guhagar.

If you explore each & every point it will take minimum 3 days to reach Malwan.

You must visit turtle festival during Month of Feb, March or April at Velas – Anjarle.

Thanks for sharing this post and it is very useful and informative, pictures are amazing.

Thanks Sir ! I was just thinking few mins back that on coming Sunday I should do Coastal Road Trip and I searched for it on Google. Thanks for your wonderful review,..Now I am definitely going for this wonderful trip. A request, can drop some contacts for best hotels/foods, it will help me to manage things well. Thanks

Lovely places you have explored near the coast. I am planning a road trip basis on your itinerary with my family.

Hey, I am so glad to read your thoughts because I really enjoyed reading this. The way you explain your travel experience is truly awesome.

Awesome info.. this is exactly the kind of info i was looking for, for my sept monsoon roadtrip from Ahmedabad to Goa. Most blogs and videos show NH66 or Mumbai – Pune – Belgaum route which makes you reach the destination faster but doesnt let you enjoy the journey as much as SH4 would.

How are the road conditions on SH4 during monsoon? Good enough for driving by car without getting into trouble? Any idea / tips?

This sounds so idyllic, Dev! Good to hear that you are seeking out the treasures in your backyard.

Cheers Mohana. I am always seeking out for more treasures in India 🙂

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A Konkan Coast Itinerary | Mumbai to Harihareshwar

A Mumbai Harihareshwar road trip itinerary

One is spoilt for choice during the monsoons in Maharashtra. The Sahyadris are resplendent with lush neon foliage and thick mist. The roads are freshly washed. The lakes are brimming over. Everyone and everything appears joyous and full of promise. It is as if life is renewed. There is no better way to enjoy this than a road trip, but rest assured, everyone else has had the same idea. You’ll be lucky to find any available hotel rooms at all during the weekends in the monsoon.

We chose Harihareshwar to do a Konkan Coast drive, because, well… a room was available at the MTDC resort. All in all, it turned out to be a memorable trip, because we stumbled upon a great route on our way back. Much like the Sagari Mahamarg MSH4 route we did earlier. We will also go via part of MSH4 in this route.

Mumbai to Harihareshwar: The normal route

From Mumbai to Harihareshwar, we used the direct and faster route—NH66—which takes about 5 hours. We did the coastal route on our way back to Mumbai from Harihareshwar. Of course, you can do it in reverse, but I prefer doing the longer, more arduous route on the way back home. Moreover, in terms of logistics and timings, it worked out perfectly. (Check-out time + drive time + ferry time = back home time). I’ll explain as we go along.

Harihareshwar: Things to do

Our stay at MTDC was pleasant. It’s an expansive property, as most MTDC hotels are, with very cosy rooms and a great sea view. The food was better too, as was the mobile signal strength. All in all, a good stay.

Harihareshwar to Mumbai: The Konkan Coast route

As I said, we did the Konkan Coast drive on our way back from Harihareshwar to Mumbai. It was plenty of fun! We drove by the sea for almost all of the route and crossed a lot many villages and farms with local people going about their business.  The traffic on the road was merely packs of stay dogs, herds of goats, cows, buffaloes, chickens, and one time, even a snake! We stopped to explore some random ruins and temples along the way. Every now and then we stopped for hot and spicy vada pavs and chai. It was pure bliss!

The Harihareshwar to Mumbai Konkan coastal road trip route map

Largely, we drove past the following beaches on our Harihareshwar to Mumbai coastal road trip

Kondvil Beach

Kondvil was an isolated beach with only a nariyalwala plying his wares. The beach is black sand and silty, so not so much fun, but you can while away a few minutes, savouring the waves, and the general lack of civilization. Nearby is Shrivardhan Beach which is more popular but involves a slight detour.

Diveagar Beach

Another lovely, secluded beach on the way, with white sand, some watersports, and the occasional viewing of starfish and crabs. The nearby Sarve waterfall point usually has a waterfall during the monsoons, but it hadn’t been raining the week we went and so, we didn’t see anything.

Dighi-Agaradanda Ferry

I find travelling in local ferries a lot of fun. We made it just in time for the 1 PM ferry which left Dighi (the next was at 2:30 PM and would’ve majorly upset our plans) and crossed the river in less than 30 min to reach the other end (Agardanda jetty). Agardanda is a village in the Murud Janjira Taluka, located 9 km south of Murud.

The advantage of the ferry is not only that it saves time and driving effort, but also it directly connects to NH -17. Not to mention, one can savour the cool sea breeze and the car gets a break too.

More on the ferry .

Murud-Janjira

The Murud Janjira Fort is situated on an oval-shaped rock off the Arabian Sea coast near the port city of Murud. It is an impressive fort with several of its rooms, sculptures, and cannons intact. It is accessible by sailboats from Rajapuri jetty but was shut when we visited (Covid-19 restrictions, of course).

Nagaon Beach

The Nagaon beach is located 9 km from Alibaug and is the cleanest of the lot. The beach is 3 km long and there are plenty of cosy homestays around if you have an impulse to experience local life.

One can also visit Kashid (famous for bird watching) and Kihim beaches on the way to Alibaug.

Alibaug, the headquarter of the Raigad district, where all the beaches we drove past are located, is also a city where the second homes of several affluent Mumbai residents are located. Many of them are rented out to tourists. Alibaug is home to a Radisson which is a popular Mumbai offsite destination. Places to check out in Alibaug are the Alibaug Beach, the Varsoli Beach and, just offshore, the 17th-century Kolaba Fort.

We took the Ro-Pax Ferry back from Mandva Jetty in Alibaug to Mumbai. Despite this being Covid times, the ferry was FULL. Food and drinks (including alcohol) are served on board. There is an airconditioned area and open-air seating as well. Overall, despite the crowd, it was a fun breezy journey through 19km of sea. The sailing time is 1 hour, and the journey shaves off about an hour of your drive from Alibaug to Mumbai, although, it isn’t much cheaper. Cancellations happen, so even if bookings show full online for a particular slot, keep on checking for openings. Report at least 15 minutes before departure time.

You may also like –  Unique things to do solo in Mumbai . And walks along Mumbai’s coolest lanes here and here . Also, see a list of Maharashtra road trips – growing every weekend.

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• I book my accommodations in Booking because of their flexibility and that the bookings are easily cancellable. The mobile app is great and the genius discounts are on point.
• I recommend getting the Priority Pass . It gives you access to airport lounges and has helped me through many long waits. It’s definitely well worth the money.
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Women’s Roadtrip: Mumbai to Goa via Konkan/Coastal Route (Using Ferries) -Part 1

Mumbai to Goa by road is one of the most popular Indian roadtrips.

I have been to Goa about 20 times now, but never by road. Previously, I have done a roadtrip till Vengurla-Amboli which is very close to the Maharashtra Goa border, but did not enter Goa on that trip.

In July 2021, my friend Ipsita (I will refer to her as Ipsi from here on) and I planned to drive to Goa.

It seemed like the perfect fit as I am a passionate driver and Ipsi is an excellent photographer, navigator and likes to listen to similar kind of music as me.

As I was the driver, Ipsi left the route to me.

Little did she know what she was getting into.

Also read about my other trip with Ipsi:

• Chandigarh To Amritsar Roadtrip

Possible Routes

Recently a proposal has been passed for construction of a coastal highway starting from Panvel and ending at Patradevi at Maharashtra-Goa border which should boost Konkan tourism.

Till that happens, there are 3 routes for a Mumbai-Goa road trip:

Via Mumbai-Pune Expressway and NH 4

This is the most common route. This traverses through Mumbai-Pune expressway and then moves on to NH 4 (Bangalore highway) via Satara, Kohlapur and depending on your destination in Goa, you can either enter Goa via Amboli ghats (for north Goa) or Belgaum (for South Goa).

The total distance by this route is roughly 600 km and takes about 11 hours.

This is the actual Mumbai-Goa highway and is more scenic than NH4; however currently (as of Jul 2021), there is construction happening along this highway to widen it from two lane to four lane. This route goes through Pen, Chiplun, Rajapur, Kankavli and Kudal.

This is a shorter route (about 570km) but takes nearly 13 hours.

Konkan/Internal Maharashtra via Ferries

The first two routes are ones that people usually take to reach Goa.

However, the adventurous streak in me wanted to take the coastal/internal Maharashtra route starting from Alibaug and moving southwards right till Vengurla (Maharashtra-Goa border).

Frankly being the driver, I believe I can only enjoy the drive along with the scenery when I am not dodging other vehicles especially trucks (and people, and sometimes dogs/cows) at a speed of 100 kmph.

As a driver, I prefer a slow drive with windows rolled down looking around at the scenery and stopping my car as per my wish (and sometimes my co-passenger’s wish too).

The internal Maharashtra roads are perfect for that kind of drive with frequent glimpses of the sea, ghats, canopies of trees, konkan life, numerous forts and sweeping panaroma of green fields especially in the monsoon season.

And, I am also a true believer of ‘Journey should be as good (if not better than) as the destination’.

The issue with this route is you need to take ferries at 4 points.

This route seemed challenging enough for the adventurous side of mine. The practical side was worried about making it to Ganpatipule (our night halt) before dusk.

Below is the approximate route I had planned to reach Ganpatipule.

About the Konkan Route

This route was such an unconventional route that I was unable to find enough information online for my research.

Now that I have driven on this route, I can safely vouch for the below information.

You can drive along the coast starting from Alibaug. On this route you will keep seeing frequent glimpses of the sea.

There are four ferry crossings on this route. You can either take all the four ferries or drive towards inland (east) and then come back to the coast (west).

• Agardanda Jetty at Murud: This ferry takes you to Dighi and avoiding this ferry will be a slight diversion to your down south route (adding about 30km to your coastal route journey).
• Bagmandle Jetty at Harihareshwar: This ferry takes you to Vesavi on the other side of Savitri river. Avoiding this ferry will result in a long diversion (adding about 100 km to your southward journey)
• Dabhol jetty: A five-minute ferry ride from this jetty takes you across Vashishti river and lands you at Dhopve. Skipping this ferry and opting for the land route would add about 100 km to your journey.
• Tavsal jetty: A 15 minute ferry ride from here takes you to Jaigad. Taking the land route here will result in a long diversion.

If you are starting your journey from South Mumbai, you can also take the ro-ro ferry from Bhaucha Dhakka to Alibag. You can pre-book this ticket here .

Questions/Concerns I had before the trip

• This was going to be my second attempt at taking ferries in India. My first attempt was on my roadtrip from Mumbai to Diu where we had booked ro ro ferry tickets and it got cancelled on the nth day due to low water level resulting in extra 300 km drive for us.
• The road conditions due to monsoons, lack of information on the internet, the heavy rainfall forecast and the unknown isolated roads with no network connectivity added to my concerns.
• Two women stranded on some interior secluded road of Maharashtra in heavy downpour and no network was not a pleasant visual.

I did try to voice these concerns to Ipsi, but she seemed to be in the mood for some adventure.

I always am.

Also read: Ultimate packing list for a roadtrip in India

Preparing for a roadtrip in India

Washroom facilities on highway for women

Mumbai to Ganpatipule

The only brief I gave Ipsi was to dress a bit conservatively as we would most probably be driving through tiny coastal villages of Maharashtra and also take a few ferries. So flowy skirts and dresses was a strict No No for this stretch.

I am usually too excited to sleep before any trip. This time it was a mix of excitement and nervousness. The result was a meagre 1 hour of sleep.

Despite the brief sleep (or should I say nap?!), I woke up before my alarm. I was so high on adrenaline that the ‘lack of sleep’ did not hit me at all.

Leg 1: Mumbai to Pen

We started from Thane at 5AM and reached Pen in about one hour.

At Pen, I was supposed to decide between the below three choices:

• Leave NH 66 and go towards Alibag and then drive southwards along the coast (slowest route)
• Stay on NH66 till Indapur and then drive towards Murud Janjira fort continuing our southward journey along the coast from this point
• Stay on NH66 till Mangaon and then drive towards Diveagar and then drive southwards along the coast (Fastest route)

The deciding factor was supposed to be the time.

Since we left Mumbai early in the morning, we reached Pen at about 6AM making good time. It was decision making time so we stopped for breakfast and mulled over the next steps.

High on adrenaline and the caffeine in our chais we decided to drive towards Alibag opting for the most challenging route.

It was going to be a ‘Race Against Time’.

Leg 2: Pen to Murud-Janjira fort

As soon as we left NH66, the road turned narrow with no dividers. Since we were there early in the morning, there was hardly any traffic which I believe is usually not the case on this particular stretch.

We decided to not get into Alibag town as I had been there previously and remembered the lanes being quite narrow there.

So we took the turn towards Kashid.

Our scenic drive had begun.

We were moving along nicely according to plan when we encountered a road closure just before the Revdanda bridge. As per our map, this road closure meant a diversion adding about 100 km to our journey.

This wasn’t something we could afford if we wanted to continue along the coastal route.

I did what I typically do in such situations.

I panicked .

At that time Ipsi was busy on the phone trying to get her clinic to send her RT-PCR report. With no one to discuss this situation with I started looking around.

For some divine intervention perhaps.

A minute later, I saw a man on a scooter. I waved out to him and knowingly he asked me where I was planning to go.

On understanding my situation, he asked me to follow him. I did so without any hesitation. Followed him through some narrow lanes, off-roading for a bit. Ipsi was stunned that I was actually following an unknown guy through unknown lanes.

My only answer was “I got good vibes from him. I trusted my instinct”.

Within five minutes of this tailing, we were back on the main road on the other side of the road block.

We both heaved sighs of relief.

Me for the fact that we could continue our coastal journey. Ipsi for the fact that we were safe.

We continued driving along Kashid beach and stopped multiple times to take in the beauty. This was our first glimpse of the sea on this coastal route.

A beautiful stretch right up till Murud-Janjira fort. On the way we crossed Siddi Palace also known as Nawab palace which is a massive property and used to be the residence of Nawab of Janjira. The property is currently owned by the descendants of the nawab and is not open to tourists.

However you can admire the beautiful architecture style from the gate itself. You do not have to even take a detour for this as it is right on the road. The architecture seemed to be a mix of Gothic and Mughal style.

Moving ahead we came to the Murud – Janjira fort view point.

Unfortunately due to the monsoons, we could not go the fort as the ferry boats for the fort are not operational in this season. You do get a good enough view from the view point though.

A little ahead, just before you take the right turn towards Rajapuri creek, you can see the  towering Khokari Tombs and can make a quick pit stop here.

Leg 2: Murud Janjira Fort to Mhasala

At this point, we had to make the decision regarding the first ferry at Agardanda jetty. As per the map, the land route was only adding about 30km to our journey, so we decided to skip the first ferry and drive on the beautiful roads of Maharashtra.

And we were definitely rewarded for that decision by the absolutely beautiful Tala-Murud road. It seemed to be newly constructed and was in an amazing condition.

The beautiful weather and the clouds added to our scenic drive.

As expected, for most part we were the only ones on the road cruising along at a decent speed and enjoying the scenery.

As the drive right from Kashid was so scenic, we had taken multiple stops and now I had started worrying about making it in time (read before dusk).

Our initial plan was to go to Diveagar beach and then drive along the coast to Harihareshwar where we would take our first ferry.

By the time we approached Mhasala, it was already noon and I was a little uncertain if we would even get the Harihareshwar ferry (Bagmandla jetty) given my previous experience with Diu.

If we drove till Harihareshwar and did not get the ferry, the result would be adding 100 km to our journey and an additional 3 hours.

Leg 3: Mhasala to Dabhol Jetty

I decided to play safe and take the detour towards inland before Mhasala itself. We took the SH99 – Ambet – SH272 – Dapoli – Dabhol route.

The roads were in very good condition except for a few small patches. That too were not too bad if compared to most of Mumbai roads that my car is used to.

Be prepared to be the only ones for most of the stretch if taking this route.

We stopped for lunch somewhere on the SH and checked online for the ferry timings at Dabhol jetty. As per the information available, the next ferry was at 16:30. I did not know how reliable the timing was but we decided to target it and reached the jetty at 16:10.

Turns out, the timings had changed due to the pandemic but coincidentally 16:30 was common timing on the original as well as the revised list.

Our ferry was named ‘Avantika’ and was already waiting for us at the jetty.

The ticket counter was a small booth with separate price for vehicle (driver was free with the vehicle) and co-passengers. We told the guy to give us one car + one co-passenger and he gave me that familiar look: “You mean driver +2”, he said.

Two sets of eyes rolled.

“No, I am driving” said me. That familiar look again which I like to think as ‘Awe’.

The total charge here was INR 190 for the car and INR 16 for one passenger.

With about 15 minutes to spare we did what we do best. Some photography and crazy videos. We had very little audience here which made it easy to click some goofy videos.

The ferry boarding was much smoother than I had imagined. There were only about 3-4 four wheelers in our ferry and about 15 people. Perfect for social distancing. For cars too.

A short but beautiful 5 minute ferry ride got us to the other side of river Vashishti.

The deboarding was equally simple. Seeing woman driver, two attendants came to help with the reversing instructions. Frankly, this is one place where I have no issues with gender bias. I admit, my reversing and parking technique is not the strongest and am grateful for the help here.

Leg 4: Dhapove Jetty to Tavsal Jetty

Happy with the smooth process at the first ferry ride, I was excited for our next ferry which was a one hour drive away.

I casually remarked to Ipsi “I wish our next ferry is named ‘Priyanka'”. That eye roll happened again.

The drive to our next jetty was smooth. As per the online ferry timings, this ferry was supposed to leave at 18:40 so we aimed to reach by 18:30. Stopping along the way for chai, we comfortably reach at 18:30 only to know that the next ferry was at 19:15.

Waiting at the jetty for 45 minutes is actually not a big deal for me as the place is quite scenic being next to the water. And we were also lucky with the weather.

The only issue was the kicking in of twilight.

In about 5 minutes, our ferry arrived and people started disembarking. Between bobbing heads I saw something. Ipsi saw it too. We both looked at each other in disbelief.

Our ferry was named ‘Priyanka’! Just as I had wished!

Seriously, kuch aur hi maang liya hota !

After cruising for about 15 minutes on the ferry, we reached Jaigad jetty. Our original plan here was to visit Jaigad fort and light house but could not do so as it was already dark.

The stretch from Jaigad to Ganpatipule was difficult for me to drive on as it was pitch dark without any street lights. The rain and the winding narrow roads added to the difficulty.

Driving at a speed of about 30 kmph, we reached our overnight stay in Ganpatipule at 20:30.

Tips for Konkan Drive From Mumbai to Ganpatipule

Ferry timings.

I was not aware of this, but there are some numbers where you can call to check on the ferry timings. The information is available on this ferry site .

• Agardande-Dighi Jetty: 8550999887/8550999886/9156546700
• Dabhol-Dhapove jetty: 02348248900/9767248900/7709250800/ 02358248900
• Tavsal-Jaigad Jetty: 8550999880/02354242500/8550999884/ 02357242500
• Bagmandale-Veshvi: 9322819161/02350223300/8767980300

You can also check the timings of the ferry on the same site.

As per the officials at the jetty, monsoon does not affect the schedule of these ferries.

Ferry Options

If you want to reduce the number of ferries and instead drive along the konkan route, then I suggest skipping the Agardanda ferry.

Do not skip the remaining three ferries as that would add a lot of kms and time to your journey.

If you are travelling from South Mumbai, then do take the Mumbai-Mandwa ro ro ferry. It is an expensive ferry ride but the experience is worth it. And of course, you save petrol worth that much, if not more.

There is hardly any network on most of the stretches in interiors of Konkan Maharashtra. Jio has the best coverage. Make sure to download offline maps.

As women on the road, ‘what to wear’ was an important consideration for us. We needed to find the right balance between looking good in the photos – not causing too much of an attention from locals and being comfortable.

For most of my trips, I usually wear loose shorts or loose dresses. For this particular trip, we decided to wear jeans as we had to take a few ferries and wearing flowy stuff would not be advisable.

This is not a very washroom or convenience friendly route. There are very limited restaurants and in turn washrooms on this route.

Having said that, this route has a lot of secluded green stretches which work well when you really have to go. Also, peechute is a good alternate to carry with you for such times – Buy it here

Places To Visit En Route Mumbai – Ganpatipule Coast

• Karnal bird sanctuary
• Alibag beach/Alibag fort
• Kashid beach
• Stop by Nawab palace (does not require detour)
• Murud-Janjira fort (if ferry service is working, or else stop at the fort view point)
• Khokari tombs
• Diveagar beach
• Harihareshwar beach
• Bankot fort
• Velas beach (turtle nesting site)
• Kelshi Sand dunes
• Suvarnadurga fort (if ferry is operational)
• Takaleshwar lighthouse
• Jaigad fort
• Jaigad lighthouse

Final Words

Our day one of Mumbai-Goa was full of adventure and scenic beauty. If your only goal is to drive from Mumbai to Goa then this route is definitely not for you.

The Konkan drive is for those who would like to explore Konkan Maharashtra and as a bonus also reach Goa.

Do also check out my vlog on this journey :

Read continuation of my trip here: Ganpatipule to Goa and Stay in Goa and return to Mumbai via NH4

To see more photos from my Mumbai-Goa trip, click here: my photo blog

Priyanka Dhankher

I am the owner/driver of this blog and I love road trips. Women only road trips is a rarity in India and through this blog, I would like to inspire women like me to hit the road. Lack of male co-passenger should not be a deterrent. It took me a lot of years to finally go on my first women only road trip (in 2016) and since then there has been no stopping me. One long distance trip (>1000 km) and a few shorter ones per year is my aim.

27 thoughts on “ Women’s Roadtrip: Mumbai to Goa via Konkan/Coastal Route (Using Ferries) -Part 1 ”

Simply wow… i love reading travel blogs And this cudnt be more detailed … loved it.

मी धनंजय पटकोटवार, चंद्रपूर (महाराष्ट्र) मला मुंबई ते गोवा व्हाया कोंकण किनार पट्टी मार्गे रोड प्रवास स्वताच्या कार ने करायचा आहे करिता आपले अनुभव तथा सल्ला हवा , कधी जायचे , कुठे थांबावे, चांगले हॉटेल जेवण कुठे मिळणार वगैरे वगैरे 9890898339 please contact..

Amazing!! The details really helped us in planning our road trip! Thanks a lot dears!!

I am glad! Thank you so much!

Informative blog…..

Hi Please believe that I am supposed to leave for Thane – Bhogwe journey with my wife and cat on 5 th April 2022 by car, and we both are senior citizens. I was seriously considering the concept of taking the coastal route, but lack of I formation was the main issue. I must say that you have done a great job. Your narrative is fluid and the relevency of the details contained in this writeup is amazing. Thanks a lot. Can I request for your phone details please? Thanks and Regards

Thank you for your kind words. I have mailed you my contact number.

Hi Priyanka.. Lovely blog and very detailed.. Please share the relevant phone numbers if you can.. I am planning to take this route with two kids and the information will be very helpful. Looking forward to more stories

Thanks Khushboo! The jetty numbers are mentioned in my blog itself (in the tips section). Do refer to them and call the numbers before hand if possible. If you have any other specific question, feel free to connect me at [email protected] or Instagram (peeya_roadtriplady). Hope you have a fun trip!

Very nice narration and information. Is there fery from mumbai to ratnagiri? My route is Mulund to Malvan. Please share phone no of feries. Tavsal to Ratnagiri is really challenging hats off to you in rainy season.

Thanks Ravindra! There is no direct ferry from Mumbai to Ratnagiri – the only ferries currently are the ones that I have mentioned in the vlog. for Mulund to Malvan, I recommend moving to the coast at Pen itself – then drive along the coast of Kashid, Murud then take the land route till HAriharshwar jetty – take that ferry – then drive till Dabhol jetty, take that ferry and then also take the last ferry at Tavsal. After taking the Tavsal ferry, you will reach Jaigad. From there drive along the coast till Malvan crossing Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri – that is a beautiful drive. You can also check my vlog on the same journey so that you know what to expect: https://youtu.be/oO4aCv3Lees

And the ferry numbers are mentioned in my blog itself – at the end

We, from Mumbai, with our adult 2 boys visiting S.Goa 1st time via road (rental SUV) for a week early Feb. 2023. Wud luv to visit places on the way, with a stayover if needed, any suggestions. Regards

Hi Murli! two good stops for a stay over would be Ganpatipule and Tarkarli (Malvan). There are a lot of forts on the way and you can see any one depending on your timing. If you are staying over at Tarkarli, then you can visit the Sindhudurg fort – its a short ferry ride (15 mins) from Malvan. And dont forget to have the Malvan thali! You can also read my blog on Tarkarli visit : https://thatroadtriplady.com/mumbai-tarkarli-vengurla-amboli-road/ Have a fun trip!

Thank you so much Priyanka. We are planning for this road trip ; your blog will be very helpful .

Thank you so much Sheetal! Have a fun trip!

Hey Priyanka, This is exactly what I was looking for. We are doing a Cousins reunion in Goa in July this year This has been in the plan since 2018. Some of my cousins are travelling from across India and abroad. Just hope we cna make it happen this time. I was looking at what options I have for driving from Bombay to Goa and came across your blog. Absolutely cannot thank you enough for the details you have gone through logging here. By your very description I can sense how much of an adventure / thrill seeker you are. THANK YOU VERY MUCH AGAIN FOR THIS EXCELLENT BLOG.

Thanks a lot, Rajesh. Cousins reunion sounds so much fun – hope the plan does materialise! If you want more information on these ferries and route, I have also tried to do a vlog on this trip (embedded in the blog too):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oO4aCv3Lees&t=3s

You can check this too – Have lots of fun and thanks again for reading through!

Very detailed and well written blog. I am planning to follow your route from tomorrow 29th April to 1st may for visiting Ganpatiphule. Thinking of stopping for one night in between somewhere and one night in Ganpatiphule , return journey will be direct without stoppage. Your blog helped a lot in firming the plan for this trip. keep writing and doing this good work. Myself and my wife we both are into long road trips but we lack the skill to document the experience and share on net so that it can be of help for others. Would love to connect to you , if suits , connect through mail. Thanks Sunil

Thanks Sunil! Hope you had a fun trip. Would love to connect – Lets connect on instagram? My handle is peeya_thatroadtriplady

Woooww…Superb Dhankher Girls Gang……

This is what exactly I’m looking for costal road map till apla kokan gaon – ratnagiri with all imp ferry timing

Thanks Samrat P Haldankar Me Bhandari

Hi Priyanka ready our blog about your drive from mumbai along the konkan coast. We a group of 14 are wanting to drive from Delhi along the coastline to reach Goa. Would be really helpful if you could suggest a good scenic route and good places to stay & visit along the way. Thanks

Hi Sabeena. That sounds wonderful! I suggest driving till Thane via the regular – you can either take the Gujarat route or the MP route. From Thane, you can stop at Kashid as your first coastal stop. After that drive along the coastal route and your next halt can be Ganpatipule. If you want another coastal stop in Maharashtra, you can stop at Vengurla or drive directly into Goa and stop at Querim or Tiracol fort. Let me know if you need any further information. Have a fun trip!

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23 Mar 2023

Sprawling across the shore from Mumbai to Goa, Konkan is home to picture-perfect sea beaches, splendid ruins, and much more. If you have ever traveled by train along the Konkan coast, you would know how beautiful this place is. There are plenty of places to visit in Konkan where you can admire the lush green charm of the coast and explore fishermen’s lives. Whether you have always wanted to visit a string of forts or spend a holiday at the tropical beaches in India, Konkan is undoubtedly the best place to be at. Being home to cascading waterfalls, virgin landscape, and delicious seafood, the Konkan coast has plenty to offer.

19 Places To Visit In Konkan

While there are many places to visit in Konkan, here are 19 best places that you must visit during your trip to Konkan. From beaches to ruins, there is something for all kinds of travelers in Konkan. 

• Ganpatipule: Exotic Beaches
• Alibaug: The Best Of Everything
• Ratnagiri: The Port Town
• Sindhudurg: For Forts
• Dapoli: For The Culture Vultures
• Murud: For That Perfect Break
• Harnai: Home To Beaches
• Mahad: Exotic Place
• Kelshi: Hidden Gem
• Roha: Ancient Ruins
• Amboli: Blissful Getaway
• Chiplun: Greenery at Its Best
• Shrivardhan: The Royal Abode
• Dombivli: Seek Blessing Of Lord Ganesha
• Badlapur: Riveting Waterfalls
• Kalyan: Explore The Grand Fort
• Malvan: Relish Delicious Desserts
• Thane: Mesmerizing Lakes
• Mumbai : The City Of Dreams

1. Ganpatipule: Exotic Beaches

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Being home to pristine beaches, Ganpatipule adorns itself with mangroves along with plantations. The beauty of the clear blue water of the Arabian Sea further adds to the beauty of this place. During your visit to Ganpatipule, you must visit two exotic sea beaches here i.e. Ganpatipule Beach and Aare Ware Beach. You will also find a Swayambhu Ganpati temple on that has been here for centuries. In addition, you should visit the Jaigad Fort and a lighthouse built in the British era here. This is certainly one of the best tourist places in Konkan.

Location: Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. Best Experience: Visit some of the most serbe tropical beaches in Ganpatipule and soak in all the freshness. Timing: Visit Ganpatipule in Winter 

Must Read: 6 Best Places For Water Sports In Maharashtra 

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2. Alibaug: The Best Of Everything

Also known as Alibag, Alibaug unravels the opportunity for you to experience some of the most coveted forts in the west coast. If you are looking for the best places to visit in konkan, you should definitely try the Alibaug Fort and the Magen Avot Synagogue. Both the Siddheswat Mandir and Kanakeshwar Mandir here attract thousands of pilgrims throughout the year. You could go for a walk on some of the famous beaches in Konkan including Kashid Beach, Korlai Beach, Nagaon Beach, Akshi Beach, and so on. Apart from the delectable seafood cuisine, you can enjoy water sports as well, making it one of the best places to visit in Konkan in summer. 

Location: Raigad district, Maharashtra. Best Experience: Add to your memory as you visit Alibaug Fort and Magen Avot Synagogue in the historical town of Alibaug. Timing: Visit Alibaug during the winter to enjoy the pleasant weather.

3. Ratnagiri: The Port Town

The port town of Ratnagiri is much known for producing world famous Alphonso mangoes. Being home to Western Ghat hills and Arabian Sea waves, this town is perfect for a weekend getaway. Besides rejuvenating you in the abode of nature, Ratnagiri has some of the most pristine beaches that you must visit during your trip to Ratnagiri. Don’t miss the Guhagar Beach and the Ratnagiri Lighthouse here. This amazing destination is one of the exciting places to visit in Konkan in May.

Location: Ratnagiri, Konkan Division, Maharashtra Best Experience: Visit the pristine beaches and enjoy the cascading waves of the Arabian Sea at Ratnagiri Timing: Visit Ratnagiri during the winters from November to February to experience the best sceneries.

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4. Sindhudurg: For Forts

Talking about Sindhudrg, what comes to mind first is the Chhatrapati Shivaji’s fort with the same name. Being home to 50 smaller towns, this district is famous for the Sindhudurg Fort. Being one of the places to visit in konkan in Winter, this place is known for snorkelling along with other water sports. You will also get to experience Malvani cuisine here. In addition, don’t forget to taste the Alphonso mangoes and coconuts here.

Location: Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra Best Experience: Visit the Sindhudurg Fort where you can meet some of the original people who still stay there. Timing: Visit Sindhudurg during the Winter season.

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5. Dapoli: For The Culture Vultures

Located approximately 215 km away from Mumbai, Dapoli is known as Mini-Mahabaleshwar as well. Ruled by Britishers once, this place is a melting pot of different cultures. Adorned with pristine beaches, Dapoli has forests too. In addition, you can visit ancient temples such as Keshavraj and Vyaghreshwar Temple as well. What you shouldn’t miss here is Dolphin sightings and forest trekking. If you are looking forward to enrich yourself with culture, this is one of the best places to visit in Konkan for couples.

Location: Dapoli, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra Best Experience: Visit the sea beaches and go for a forest trek along with the temples such as Keshavraj and Vyaghreshwar Temple. Timing: You should visit Dapoli during the months of winter.

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6. Murud: For That Perfect Break

Located within close proximity from Alibaug, Murud is known for being home to tranquil sea beaches and historical monuments as well. You must visit the Murud Janjira Fort during your trip to Murud. This fort is located on a small islet close to the town. Other places that you should visit the Palace of Nawab, Khokri Gumbaj old tombs, and Dutta Mandir. You can also go for adventure sports at Murud which is renowned as the best beach in Konkan.

Location: Murud, Raigad district, Maharashtra. Best Experience: Visit historical places such as Palace of Nawab in Murud. Also, enjoy the spectacular view from the Dutta Mandir on the hilltop. Timings: You should visit Murud during winter.

7. Harnai: Home To Beaches

Located in Dapoli, Harnai is known for being home to Harnai Karde Beach and other splendid sea beaches. If you are looking forward to experience authentic Konkani hospitality, this is definitely one of the places to visit in Konkan. This less-crowded village gives you the opportunity to experience a number of magnificent sea beaches such as Ladghar, Kelshi, and Anjarle. You can also visit the Parshuram Bhumi and Suvarnadurg which are among the best places to visit in Konkan in Monsoon.

Location: Harnai, Dapoli, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. Best Experience: Enjoy authentic Konkani hospitality at the harnai by staying at the less-crowded village. Timings: Visit Harnai during winter.

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8. Mahad: Exotic Place

Mahad is one of the most exotic places to visit in Konkan Maharashtra. Being home to Buddhist Gumpas and Maratha forts, this city used to be the capital of Shivaji once upon a time. This area resembles a triangular peninsula today because of the frequent floods that have taken place here in recent times. Other places to see here include Gandhar Pale Buddhist Caves, Raigad, Pratapgad, Birwadi, Warandha Forts, and so on.

Location: Mahad, Raigad district, Maharashtra. Best Experience: Visit the Buddha Gumpas in Mahad and travel to ancient times. Timings: You should visit Mahad during the winter months.

9. Kelshi: Hidden Gem

Kelshi is a hidden gem that is still unspoilt and untouched by the crowd. So, if you want to have peace and tranquility along with beauty then you must visit Kelshi. It is a small village known for its beaches. Apart from that, you will also find abundance of flora and fauna in Kelshi. It is one of the top places to see in Konkan, that you must visit during your holiday. 

Location : Kelshi, Maharashtra 415717 Best Experience: Do not forget to visit the beach. Timings: All year round.

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10. Roha: Ancient Ruins

Roha has been emerging as a popular tourist destination. The small village is located between Kalasgiri hills and Kundalika river and is famous as a haunted place. The village is known for offering activities like river rafting and more. So, keep this in your list of top places to see in Konkan. 

Location : Roha, Maharashtra 402109 Best Experience: River rafting in the Kundalika river. Timings: All year round.

11. Amboli: Blissful Getaway

A paradisiacal village located just before the boundaries of Goa, Amboli is the perfect place for that much needed break and one of the best tourist places in Konkan. The place has an abundance of flora, fauna and offers beautiful views that will leave you amused. It is home to several little waterfalls also, making it one of the thrilling places to visit in Konkan in rainy season.

Best Experience: Rainfalls in the place enhance its beauty so try visiting during rainy season Timings: September to March

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12. Chiplun: Greenery at Its Best

Chiplun is famous as being the abode of Parshuram so you can imagine how sacred it is. It is home to several temples and its true beauty comes out during the rainy season. So, make sure you visit it during the rainfalls. Apart from temples, it is home to a museum where you can learn about its history.

Best Experience: Visit the various temples of Chiplun to witness the time of Parshuram Timings : June to August during late summer and early monsoon

13. Shrivardhan: The Royal Abode

If you are up for an exciting experience, then head to Shrivardhan which is a coastal town and home to innumerable beaches. Not only is it known for its pristine beaches, but also for being the home of Peshwas in earlier times.

Best Experience: Kondivali and Diveagar beach are the most famous places Timings: All year round

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14. Dombivli: Seek Blessing Of Lord Ganesha

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Dombivli is a quaint city located at a distance of 40 kilometers from Mumbai. One of the most beautiful places in Konkan and a famous city, Dombivli is well-connected to Mumbai and Thane. Visit the popular Ganpati temple in Dombivli to seek the blessing of Lord Ganesha. For those of you who want to witness beautiful views, the best spot to visit in Dombivli is Reti Bandar which is located on the banks of the serene Ulhas River. Kelkar Road in Dombivli is quite popular among shopaholics and you must pay a visit and splurge a little!

Location: Thane district, Maharashtra Best Experience: Visit the famous temple and go for a shopping spree at Kelkar Road

15. Badlapur: Riveting Waterfalls

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Surrounded by greenery and tranquility, Badlapur is located in the Than district and is another one of the famous places in Konkan for a weekend getaway. The proximity of this city to Mumbai makes it an ideal spot for spending a weekend. The cool temperature and ravishing waterfalls make it an excellent choice for all nature lovers. You can visit the renowned Kondeshwar Shiv Temple and attend the morning and evening prayers held every day.

Location: Thane district, Maharashtra Best Experience: Visit the Shiv temple and the riveting waterfalls

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16. Kalyan: Explore The Grand Fort

Kalyan is the 9th largest city in Maharashtra and is known for the ancient walls surrounding it. In the Mughal era, Kalyan was fortified by walls and these walls are still present. One of the most beautiful places to visit in Konkan for history enthusiasts, Kalyan attracts a lot of visitors every year. Durgadi Fort is the best tourist attraction that you can visit in this city. Visit this fort around the Navratri festival and attend the grand celebrations to make your vacation memorable.

Location: Thane district, Maharashtra Best Experience: Explore the Durgadi Fort and attend the Navratri festival

17. Malvan: Relish Delicious Desserts

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Malvan is a picture-perfect town that is adorned with beaches and a magnificent fort. This town is popular for its beaches, mangoes, and locally prepared desserts. All foodies must try scrumptious sweet dishes like Malvani Khaja, Malvani Ladoos, Konkani meva, Aambawadi, and Fanaspoli. Sindhudurg Fort was built by Hirojee Indalkar in 1664 and it is one of the prime attractions in Malvan. Visit the famous beaches like Arse Mahal beach, Chivla beach, and Tondavli beach to relax and unwind.

Location: Sindhudurg District, Maharashtra Best Experience : Relax at the beaches and visit the stunning Malvan Fort

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18. Thane: Mesmerizing Lakes

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Thane is a metropolitan city that is blessed with marvelous lakes that lure a lot of tourists. Home to several ravishing lakes like Brahmala lake, Masunda Lake, Datiwali Lak, Rewale Lake, and Burbank Lake, Thane is a city for all those who are craving for a break from their monotonous city life and want to relax amidst nature. Visit the lakes in Thane and savor the enchanting view of the sunset or take a walk while enjoying all the creations of mother nature. If you are on a Konkan trip by car, add this destination to your itinerary.

Location: Maharashtra Best Experience: Explore the mesmerizing lakes and take a relaxing walk

19. Mumbai: The City Of Dreams

Mumbai is one of the most visited cities in Maharashtra. The land of Bollywood stars is indeed one of the best places to visit on the Konkan coast . World-famous for its Juhu Chowpatty, and Marine Drive this city has something to offer to all travelers. From shopping spots to street food, Mumbai will spoil you with the best of everything. You can pay a visit to the prime tourist attractions like The Gateway of India, Siddhivinayak temple, Juhu beach, and Haji Ali Dargah.

Location: Maharashtra Best Experience: Explore the spectacular tourist attractions like Juhu beach and Haji Ali Dargah. Shop around the famous mistakes

Further Read: 23 Best Hill Stations In Maharashtra 

These places to visit in Konkan should be on your list if you ever wish to explore the region down under. Konkan coast is one of the most beautiful assets of India. When planning a trip around India , you must take a train because the coastal train journey is so beautiful and picturesque. The best way to explore is by taking a train.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Places To Visit In Konkan

Is tourism allowed in Konkan?

Yes, tourism is allowed in the Konkan region and you can enjoy having vacations here. From adventure trips to refreshing getaways, there are numerous escapes worth exploring in Konkan.

Do we need a pass for travelling in Maharashtra?

During Covid 19 outrage, the state was issuing e-pass to those who wish to arrive in Mumbai. However, as the situation is under control, no such passes are being issued. You must carry your negative RT PCR report, as you may require to produce it at the entry and exit points.

What is famous in Konkan?

Konkan is known for being home to tropical beaches, lush greenery, and prominent forts. During your trip to Konkan, you should visit places such as Alibaug, Ratnagiri, Dapoli, Harnai, Mahad, and so on.

What is the best time to visit Konkan?

Konkan gets heavy rainfall during the months between June and September. To roam around comfortably in pleasant weather, you must visit Konkan during the months between November and February.

What are some of the best beaches in Konkan?

During your trip to Konkan, you must visit beaches such as Ganpatipule Beach, Guhagar Beach, Alibaug Beach, Harihareshwar Beach, etc.

Which is the best place in Konkan?

There are numerous interesting places to visit in Konkan. Some of the best places to visit in Konkan include Harnai-Murud, Malvan, Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri, and so on.

What is the best time to visit Ganpatipule?

You shouldn’t visit Ganpatipule during the summer months because of the extreme heat. You should definitely plan for the winter and monsoon months. You can visit the place between August to January, as the temperature remains comparatively pleasant during this time.

Why Ganpatipule beach is dangerous?

Apart from the sea being deep, Ganpatipule Beach has rocks inside the sea. That’s why it is considered dangerous. Also, you will be observing sudden large waves. However, no issue has been reported related to starfish or other kinds of infection.

What is the famous food of Konkan?

Konkan is known for its delicious seafood cuisines such as Rachaedo Mackerel Fry, Prawn Balchao and Shark Amniotic. Apart from this, you can also indulge in the vegetarian delicacies of the region such as Sol Kadhi.

Which hill station is near Konkan?

During your trip to Konkan, you can also enjoy the picturesque location of Amboli which is a serene hill station located near to Konkan.

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From Family Biking Trip to Exploring Lesser-Known Beach Towns Along the Konkan Coast

What is your best tonic to get you out of a blue day (in this case, Blue Year ☹)

For us, it is a Trip. And much better if it is a trip to the Beaches. Let’s make it better – how about a trip to non-crowded desolate beaches. And as I am a follower of the ‘ Travel-for-All ’ cult, let’s customize it to – Travelling with your Kids to the Less crowded beach destinations post Pandemic.

What Makes This Itinerary Special?

Ideal for the offbeat destination, adventure enthusiasts, solitude seekers, family trip, group trip, qualifies for social distancing. You can weave the destinations into one Road trip or visit the individual spots—ideal for Motorcycle, Cycle, and Car.

To view our Trip and Konkan Coast:

Our customized itinerary and plan:

Pune (Start point) – 375km- Ganeshghule beach - (43km) - Aare Ware beaches – (145km) - Malvan- Tarkarli/Devbaug beach --- Further ahead

Tourist Season: October to March

Rides: RE Bullet and Bajaj Avenger

Riders: Two adults and one child (Family travels)

Duration: 8 days

Time: October 2019

Road condition: Good.

How We Planned this Family Biking Trip?

Just before Corona had begun its trailers in Wuhan, we happened to explore a coastal road which took us to some of the not-so-well-known beaches. The idea was to trace the scenic Konkan coastal roads, which teased us for long on the Instagram posts of fellow travellers. Thus, we decided to ditch the National Highway. Keeping in mind the young pillion, our seven-year-old daughter, we prepared a comfortable itinerary. A useful accessory for young pillions: Harness. This will keep the child secure even when she falls asleep on the ride. We bought one from Amazon.

In my next post, I will cover how we made this child-friendly.

Here I am listing out some of the Beautiful Beaches that we covered. But before that, let me give you a glimpse of the road, which is as important as the destinations.

The road that added five stars to the Journey

Konkan Coast is the Western coastline of India that stretches along in Maharashtra. Some part of this coastal road outlines the coast, with the Arabian Sea on one side, while some ravels through the interior and runs through the beautiful shades of green, yellow, golden paddy fields.

You will surely be reminded of the famous number of John Denver, ‘ Country Road Take Me Home. ’

The road is a single lane but literally with zero traffic (as there is an alternate route via National Highway) makes it a comfortable ride.

You will get a glimpse of scenic and quaint villages that fall on this route.

After a 375 km of the ride from Pune through scenic ghat roads, we reached our first Beach Destination:

The Clean White Beach of GANESHGHULE

Ganeshghule is a small and remote village in Ratnagiri district, famous for its Alphonso mangoes. The place is hardly commercialized and thus offers the experience of virgin beaches. The idea of homestay is not yet popular here. Keeping this in mind, we had made an advance booking in the one and only resort at the place – Oceano Pearl Resort.

The resort's beachside location and its private beach make it an ideal destination for family outings and couples.

You Must Try their local cuisine, mainly Konkani Thali, Modak, and Surmai Fish.

Nearby Attractions : Ratnadurg fort, Ganpatipule temple, Aare-Ware Beach

AARE WARE Beaches

Our second Beach destination was Aare Ware Beaches. Aare and Ware are twin beaches that were formed by the submergence of a corner of the mountain.

The 43km ride to Aare Ware Beach from Ganeshghule was one of the most scenic road. It took us through the remote villages and then turning into a scenic coastal road with a beautiful view of the Arabian Sea on one side. Maggie points, corn cobs, bhel puri, coconut water and the sea breeze – this road was a perfect weekend getaway.

One can stay either at one of the resorts/homestays nearby or keep Ganeshghule as a base like we did.

Our recommend itinerary to turn this into a weekend destination : Ganpatipule temple and beach – Aare and Ware Beaches – Ratnadurg fort

MITHMUMBARI Beach; Great Ocean Road of India

This road was the MOST scenic coastal road of our trip, literally hugging the sea. No doubt it is a favorite among motorists and cyclists.

The beach was pristine white, unlike the famous beaches of India. One could feel the roll of the waves and the magical play of the sky on the sea. The experience cannot be described in words; you can only feel it. Tranquility, calm, and peace – our senses never felt this alive before.

We parked our bikes on the road and sat down to steal some of these moments while our daughter drew a pattern in the sand.

Out of the available options to stay, our personal favorite was Asmi Beach Resort. It is ideally sited over a hillock and gives you a panoramic view of the waves crashing over the winding coastal road. One may also explore MTDC resort, Maharasthra tourism development corporation, as an option.

Malvan-Tarkarli-Devbaug Beaches for the lovers of Water Sports

In our fourth Beach destination, we explored the interconnected coastal fishermen villages of Malvan, Tarkarli, and Devbaug.

Compared to our previous destination, we found this region more commercialized and crowded. There are many options available here for a stay, from bed and breakfast hotel to beachside resorts. We stayed in one of the resorts in Tarkarli.

Tarkarli is famous for snorkeling, scuba diving, and other water sports. It also has a scuba diving training center. A little further ahead was Devbaug beach, which is at the Sangam of Karli river and the Arabian Sea. You may get lucky in capturing some wonderful shots of fishing boats, fish lines, and birds. This place is essentially a fishermen beach. One may hire a boat for a ride to Tsunami island, backwaters.

In other nearby attractions, Sidhudurg is a must-visit.

It is located on a small island near Malvan called Khurte Bet. One needs a ferry to reach the fort. During high tides and rainy season, the fort is closed.

This is a best place for seafood lovers to enjoy their home-cooked delicacy with distinct flavour as they use lots of coconut and Malvani spices.

Our recommended local itinerary : Visit to Sindhudurg – Water sports activity at Tarkarli – Dinner of Malvani thali.

Unlike the popular Beach destinations of Goa, these beaches didn’t have party flavors of music, dance and alcohol. But they offered us a glimpse into their local culture, a connection with nature, and some valuable moments where we listened to the sounds of the waves and chirping of the birds uninterrupted.

This video from Malvan beach is my 'cheer up video.' You may experience the moments of calm and connect I have mentioned previously.

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10 Top Beaches on the Maharashtra Konkan Coast

India's spectacular Konkan Coast starts south of Mumbai in Maharashtra and extends for more than 530 kilometers (330 miles) to Goa's border with Karnataka . The Konkan Coast in Maharashtra offers a bounty of beautiful beaches, which are among the most pristine in the country. Delightfully off the tourist trail, they are devoid of much commercial development and many are practically deserted. In this regard, the best time to visit is during January and February, when the weather is warm (not hot), and it's the low season for domestic tourism. During peak season (May school holidays, long weekends, and Indian festival season) water sports, camel rides, and horse cart rides proliferate on the popular beaches.

The beaches below, which are listed in order of proximity from Mumbai, are some of the most notable. Yet, you won't have to look far to find many lesser-known ones where there is not a soul in sight.

A memorable way to visit the beaches is to take a motorcycle road trip down the Konkan Coast.

Alibaug (also spelled Alibag) is a sought-after weekend destination for Mumbai residents. Many of the city's rich and famous own bungalows there. The town was established in the 17th century and has quite an extensive history. There are numerous old forts, churches, synagogues, and temples all waiting to be explored. The main beach at Alibaug isn't very appealing though, so most people head to the surrounding beaches. There are all kinds of accommodations ranging from resorts to simple guesthouses.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles).
• Travel time: 1-1.5 hours by ferry, plus another 30-45 minutes from there. Driving time via National Highway 17/66 is around 3 hours.

A little further down the coast from Alibaug, Kashid is more isolated but growing in popularity. Its long, wide beach is lined with casuarina trees, snack stalls, and hammocks. Two of the major attractions in the area are Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary and Murud-Janjira Fort. While the beach is quite empty on weekdays, it receives an influx of visitors on weekends. Family owned cottages and guesthouses provide most of the accommodations as there are only a few hotels in the area.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 130 kilometers (81 miles).
• Travel time: 1-1.5 hours by ferry, plus another 2 hours from there. Driving time via National Highway 17/66 is around 4 hours.

Diveager is a relatively unknown beach that's not too far from Mumbai. It's bordered by dense forestation. Make your way through it and you'll be greeted by a wide, clean beach with fine sand. Exotica Beach Resort is one of the top places to stay (it's a Maharashtra Tourism hotel, albeit privately managed, opposite the beach). Rainbow Holidays Cottage , in the thicket of coconut trees, is cheaper and also recommended. The town used to have a Ganesh temple with a golden idol but thieves stole the idol in 2012. It's since been replaced by a silver one.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 180 kilometers (112 miles).
• Travel time: Around 4.5 hours via National Highway 17/66.

Shrivardhan

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The standout feature of Shrivardhan beach is its thoughtfully developed promenade, with benches, rubbish bins, and decent public toilets. This is rare at beaches in India. The beach itself is nothing special though and the main drawback is that most of the accommodations are situated away from the beach.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 180 kilometers (111 miles).

Harihareshwar

Many people head to Harihareshwar, neighboring Shrivardhan, to visit its Shiva temple that houses an ancient Shiva linga . There's a pradakshina route around the temple, along the seashore. A rocky outcrop, accessible only during low tide, makes the beach particularly distinctive. The beach is actually split into two parts, north and south of the temple.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 210 kilometers (130 miles).
• Travel time: Around 5 hours via National Highway 17/66.

Murud and Karde

Murud and Karde form a long stretch of beach on the Konkan Coast. Hotels and homestays have mushroomed in the area, and there are many options for a beachfront stay. The main attraction is dolphin watching, especially during the winter when sightings are frequent. A little further north, Harnai is renowned for its massive daily fish market. Buy some seafood and get the locals to cook it up for you! Suvarnadurg Fort can also be visited.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 240 kilometers (150 miles).
• Travel time: Around 6 hours via National Highway 17/66.

Ganpatipule, Malgund, and Aare Ware

Ganpatipule is famous for its Ganesh temple, located right on the beach. Due to the number of devotees it attracts, the beach is not pleasant for swimming or relaxing. If you're looking for a more serene stay, Malgund beach (just before before Ganpatipule) is a better option. Alternatively, there are a few pricey resorts located away from the temple as well. Untouched Aare Ware beach, south of Ganpatipule, is a must-visit beach. The sea views from the cliffs and road above it on either side are sensational.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 340 kilometers (211 miles).
• Travel time: Around 8 hours via National Highway 17/66.

Tarkarli, Malvan, and Devbag

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If you're prepared to travel the distance, you'll be amply rewarded when you visit these beaches. The area is reminiscent of Goa decades ago before development set in. Its narrow, palm-fringed roads are lined with village homes, and locals can often be seen unhurriedly riding bicycles or walking to get around. The many beachfront homestays and guesthouses make it an appealing and inexpensive area to stay. Plus, the opulent new all-villa Coco Shambhala Sindhudurg provides a luxury accommodation option. The serenity of the beaches is preserved by the fact that water sports take place on a nearby island. Sindhudurg Fort is an attraction, along with the best snorkeling and scuba diving off the Indian mainland.

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 500 kilometers (310 miles).
• Travel time: Around 10 hours via National Highway 17/66.

One of the most secluded beaches on Maharashtra's Konkan Coast, Bhogwe is situated where the Karli River meets the Arabian sea. Although it can be seen in the distance from Devbag beach, it still goes virtually unnoticed by visitors as its overshadowed by the popularity of Tarkarli. For an unforgettable stay amid nature, don't miss Maachli .

• Distance from Mumbai: Approximately 520 kilometers (323 miles).
• Travel time: Around 11.5 hours via National Highway 17/66.

Located only 30 minutes from the Goa border, semi-circular Vengurla beach is surrounded by lush hills. The road leading down to the beach provide dramatic vistas. Attractions in the area include a lighthouse, a jetty where fishermen return with the evening catch, and Vengurla Rocks (also known as Burnt Island) which is excellent for bird watching.

• Travel time: Around 10.5 hours via National Highway 17/66.

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A monsoon road trip is one of the most romantic things to do. If you live on the Konkan coast as I do, then it has to be on your list to do every monsoon. Last year, during the Monsoons, we explored the Amboli Ghat and Sawantwadi .

This year we thought of extending our drive to Ganpatipule and exploring the Ratnagiri region of Maharashtra.

Konkan Coast Road Trip during Monsoons

On a Sunday Morning, we started driving from our home in Panaji . It was a perfect setting. The rain was pouring. Kishore Kumar was singing the perfect road trip songs. It almost felt that music composers knew the rhythm of rainfall would take the magic of these songs to another level.

With low visibility, everything in view was hazy on this monsoon road trip. The rivulets across the road trip were full of water, flowing with an impatience to meet the sea that is not too far. We stopped by a few of them to see the small dams on them, to see the trees bent down to kiss the waters, to see the river making its way through whatever came in its way. Rows of coconut trees stood getting soaked in the rain like young boys being given a bath by their mothers. We passed by small villages and towns, some familiar, some not, on the road trip. There were hardly any people on the road, for only the crazy would be out in such incessant rains.

We knew there would be many waterfalls hidden in the foliage of the Western Ghats on the way during our road trip. Our eyes were searching for them and what a treat we got!

Savdav Dabdaba or Waterfall on Konkan Coast

A road sign about 60 km from Sawantwadi indicated that there is a waterfall. A few km down the road another board guided us to the 6 km detour for the Savdav waterfall. We started driving on the road leading to the waterfall. No other boards followed and we kept driving on the single-lane but the beautiful road in the hope that the waterfall will make an appearance soon. After a while, we saw some travelers coming back all drenched and we knew we are not too far from the Savdav waterfalls.

At first sight, it looked like a small waterfall but what made it look beautiful was the sheer green surroundings. It seemed to be emerging from the treetops and then getting lost in them again. We took some steps down to reach its base and it is then that the waterfall appeared in all its majestic form. It is a lovely waterfall, part of a river cascading down some 50 feet in one go.

Then, it takes small cascades negotiating the rocks below before it again flows like a calm, well-behaved river. Families and groups of friends played with the water. They jumped into the river for a swim. Most importantly, they posed for perfect selfies.

We spent some time admiring the waterfall – standing in the mist-like spray the water created as it hit the rock below. I also enjoyed the fun everyone was having there. It was like standing at the waterfall of happiness.

Top View of Savdav Waterfall

We came back to the road and that is when I noticed a tower that looked like a water tank. Following my gut I climbed the slippery tower, I had a hunch that I would get a top view of the waterfall. My efforts were well rewarded. The top view of the waterfalls is something that I would remember forever. It was a bright green cover to the horizon before my eyes. Right in the middle this milky white waterfall flows and I could hear its roar right up on the tower.

As my eyes and camera focus, we could see the small stream that took the shape of the waterfall when the gradient on earth decided to make a sudden change. It was a blissful sight to watch. All I could see was the grey of the sky, the green of the earth, and a milky white waterfall.

Street food

We had been driving for a few hours now with frequent stops and it was time for a food stop. What is better than freshly fried Onion bhajis and Aaloo vada’s when it is water all around? We savored them with a piping hot cup of tea. Who would not agree that Chai, Pakora, and rains are a lethal combination? And this combo is tastiest on a roadside stall where the pakoras come straight out of the pan to your plate.

Savdav Waterfalls Video, Kankavali, Sindhudurg

Watch the video of the waterfalls, and listen to the roaring sound it creates.

We again started driving towards our destination of the day – Ganpatipule.

Barring the gray of the road and the melancholic gray of the sky, it was all green all around us. The paddy fields had their own shade of green that competed with the green of coconut trees. The Stones and pavements decided not to be left behind – they also covered themselves in fresh green moss.

Rajapur Ganga Waterfalls on Konkan Coast

Another signboard vaguely mentioned Rajpur Ganga. We had no idea what it meant, but since it was a brown signboard we kept our eyes open. Suddenly we saw a huge waterfall pass by. We stopped, reversed, and parked our car next to the bikes strategically parked in front of the waterfall.

This was Rajpur Ganga – a twin-step waterfall quietly flowing right by the side of the road. If you are not vigilant enough, you are bound to miss the beauty.

I loved the way some bikers parked their bikes on the road before they lost themselves in the serene waterfall.

Rajapur Ganga Waterfalls Video, Ratnagiri

Watch the video of Rajapur Ganga Waterfalls by the side of NH 66.

It was already evening and we resisted the temptation to stop at smaller waterfalls that had started appearing on the road.

Ganpatipule

Just before dusk, we managed to reach our resort ( Blue Ocean Resort & Spa ) in Malgund, 4 km from Ganpatipule. We were welcomed here by anyone else but Ganapati. Before the sun said goodbye we just managed to visit the beach opposite the resort. We then hiked a bit to the temple on a hillock within the resort. The vast sea surrounded by a strip of green was enchanting, to say the least. The drum beats of the Ganapati temple accentuated the environment.

After spending some time at the hilltop, we were ready to retire to recharge our batteries. There was so much more to explore in this part of the coast in the next three days.

A monsoon road trip in this region is a highly recommended driving holiday.

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Konkan is an absolute delight in the rains. Glad to know about these waterfalls, Anuradha.

Can not agree more with you Niranjan…For us too these waterfalls were a discovery. Stay tuned for more of them.

Excellent expressed with simple words..I’m now a regular follower of your blog…Thanks for sharing your experience..Just move on…Best wishes…

Thanks Amitava. Please do keep sharing your thoughts so that I know you are reading.

I don’t have the words to appreciate the pristine beauty of the Konkan coast that you have captured in words and videos. I don’t remember if you have written about Revdanda (my birth place) which has 8km long sea shore and a Portuguese fort and Chaul (an ancient port trading with Rome) with numerous temples. Please visit and do write about them if you have not already done so. One quibble ‘dabdaba’ should be ‘dhabdhaba.’

Thanks Srinivas for your kind words. I was not aware of Revdanda but I will search for it and put it on my wish list. Can you share more information about its location and the temple names?

Lovely. Though I can’t understand why every waterfall makes people want to take a public shower.

Thanks. I guess basic instinct from the days when humans used to take bath in naturally flowing water only 🙂

Now I know what you mean by “the greens of Konkan coast” 😀

Ami, no camera can capture what the eyes saw – the colors of fresh green.

Your skill to narrate something is really nice. Konkan is awesome in Monsoon.

Thank you so much Tejas. Stay connected.

it’s awesome…. Excellent expressed with simple words.. Lovely!!

Thank you Amit. Glad that you enjoyed reading the post on Konkan Coast.

Awesome post! Beautiful waterfalls and stunning lush greenery. Thank you for providing such a great information.

Glad that you enjoyed the post Kalyan.

Nice post, Konkan is the best 🙂

Thank you Devashish. Yes, Konkan is beautiful.

Amazing pictures. Looking at these pictures gives one peace and joy.

Glad you enjoyed the post on monsoon road trip in Konkan.

Nice nature near.to. us. but. we are unknown about. Thanks. For information. Dr. S. P. Khairnar. Nashik

There is nothing like Konkan in the rainy season, absolutely magnificent!

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Pune to Goa Road Trip: Exploring the Konkan Coast

• Updated on January 3, 2024

The allure of a road trip from Pune to Goa lies in the promise of escaping the mundane city life. It is all about immersing yourself in the sun scarf and sand of the vibrant coastal state. Goa is known for its laid-back beaches amazing seafood and a blend of Indian and Portuguese cultures. It is a perfect gateway for you if you are seeking a break from the ordinary.

Road trips are often taken by people living in Mumbai and Pune. It offers not just a destination but a memorable adventure. In this guide, you can learn about all the details by traveling from Pune to Goa. Is an experience that is truly worth savoring.

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The Appeal of Goa

Goa is nestled on the West Coast of India. It is one of the smallest states in the country but packs a punch in terms of attractions. From the laid-back beaches to the dirt-cheap alcohol-crazy rave parties and amazing spas, Goa serves different tastes. Whether you are a beach bum, a party enthusiast, or just a history buff there is something for everyone in Goa. The popularity of the state is also in terms of welcoming locals making you feel at home full

Why Travel from Pune to Goa

The road trip from Pune to Goa goes beyond just reaching the destination. It is all about a journey in itself. When you take the wheel, you can plan meticulously to explore different places nearby experience the local cultures, and take detours at your convenience. The best part about traveling by car is that you have the flexibility to stop at unique places along the way, improving the overall experience.

The Best Time to Visit

No doubt Goa is a year-round destination but the best time to visit for a road trip from Pune to Goa is considered to be December and January. The months of pleasant weather make them the busiest and you should book the accommodation in advance. If you are looking to avoid crowds, then February, June, and October are your best bet. Monsoons through the offseason present a unique charm as Goa transforms into a lush green paradise. During this time, you can get budget-friendly accommodations.

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Popular routes from Pune to Goa

Route 1- pune to goa via ah 47.

The shortest and fastest route from Wanted to Goa is via H47. You can cover it for a distance of around 454 kilometers and it takes around 9 hours and 15 minutes. The Pune to go out traffic on this route is completely regular so ensuring a smooth journey.

Highlights along the route

• You can visit chinamans falls which is a mesmerizing waterfall in Mahabaleshwar that adds to the beauty of the journey.
• One of the largest windmills of the farms, Chalkewadi Windmill Farm, is set amid the lush greens.
• You can also visit a majestic temple Kopeshwar temple, on the banks of river Krishna, with detailed carvings and idols of different deities.
• A scenic spot on the Ghataprabha River is Golak Falls and it is surrounded by sandstone cliffs and green mountains.
• Sagar Waterfalls is one of the highest waterfalls in the country.

Places to eat along the route

• When you are planning a road trip from Pune to Goa you can surely not miss Sri Ram Vada Pav Center which is a 24/7 highway restaurant.
• You can also visit Suban Mangal family restaurant it is a quick stop for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Chicken thalis are a highlight here.

Road condition

The route is perfect and most preferred by most of the travelers. Passing through cities like Belgaum the route ensures you a smooth and scenic drive.

Pune to Goa via Mumbai Highway

This is a longer route which covers around 573 kilometers and takes around 12 hours and 15 minutes. It is not as fast as route one, but it offers an alternative for you if you are looking forward to exploring more on the way.

• You can visit Bhigwan Bird Century, especially during the winter season, and you can come across flaming us.
• Bhuleshwar Shiva temple is a 13th-century temple that has unmatched architecture. This is located on the hilltop.
• An impressive historical Fort is Rajhansgad Fort. It offers breathtaking views and a Sweetwater well.

Places to eat along the way

• If you are looking for a wholesome meal, then you can visit Shivajibojanalay. It is known for its delicious chicken and butterflies.
• A perfect stop for breakfast dishes and especially missal is Shivneri Missal Center.

No doubt the route is long and slow, but it provides amazing adventures, wildlife sights, and good road conditions. It is truly a detour loaded with unique experiences.

Best route recommendations

Both the routes have their own merits, you should choose the H47 route as it is recommended for quick travel time and excellent road conditions. But you should check the live traffic updates before leaving for the trip to ensure a hassle-free journey.

Attractions for sightseeing in Goa

Goa stands out for its sandy beach warm sunsets and beautiful villages as the smallest state on the West Coast of India. It was earlier known as the Portuguese colony and Goa boasts amazing food and a unique heritage that leaves a unique impression on visitors.

• Kakolem Beach is also known as Tiger Beach. It is a tiny paradise that is somewhat hard to find but it rewards you with amazing views.
• Galgibaga Beach is one of the cleanest beaches in Goa. It serves as the seasonal nesting and hatching site for endangered olive Ridley turtles.
• Despite few visitors, Bogmalo Beach provides a perfect blend of commercial space and natural beauty. It offers you peace and serenity.
• Rivanno Caves is nestled in South Goa, and they have a rich Buddhist history. If you are a history buff, then you should visit this place.

So, a road trip from Pune to Goa is not just a journey, it is an adventure loaded with different landscapes, historical wonders, and the vibrant spirit of Goa. Whether you choose the fast-paced Route One or the scenic Route 2, all the routes unveil unique experiences and culinary delights.

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We build each detailed map individually with regard to the characteristics of the map area and the chosen graphic style. Maps are assembled and kept in a high resolution vector format throughout the entire process of their creation.

Experience of discovering

Maphill maps will never be as detailed as Google maps or as precise as designed by professional cartographers. Our goal is different. We want to redefine the experience of discovering the world through the maps.

Fast anywhere

Maps are served from a large number of servers spread all over the world. Globally distributed map delivery network ensures low latency and fast loading times, no matter where on Earth you happen to be.

Spread the beauty

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Maphill is the web's largest map gallery.

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