Day 1 - Friday night Pick up from Dadar
Report at 22:45 pm at Dadar Pritam Dhaba. Meet our representatives and commence your journey to Velas turtle festival. We cover the distance of 200 km in 5 - 6 hours approximately; so catch some sleep in the bus. Overnight journey in Bus
Highlights
Aru Valley
Avantipura Ruins
Aru Valley
Avantipura Ruins
Day 2 - Saturday Arrive at Velas village
05:30 am: Early morning arrive at Velas Village. Proceed for a quick break to freshen up and once you are done – leave quickly to the conservation centre at Velas Beach to witness the hatching of eggs.
07:30 am: After an early morning visit you will be hungry for some hot breakfast. You will be served breakfast at the homestay a typical Konkan household. Witness the hospitality of the Konkan locals.
Post breakfast; unpack your bags and freshen up. Relax for a while before starting to Bankot fort.
11:30 am: Proceed to Himmatgad/ Bankot Fort. Witness the beautiful fortification and architectural marvels here. You will also witness the stunning view of Konkan coastal belt.
12:30 pm: After the visit to fort, we will head back to the homestay for sumptuous lunch. Feast on the local meal and appreciate the local delicacies. Post lunch; relax at the homestay till evening.
17:30 pm: the second attempt to witness the hatching of eggs and witness Oliver Ridley baby turtles will be made. After sighting; explore the beach until sunset.
19:00 pm: Head back to the home stay and relax. You will be served with hot delicious dinner. Enjoy the flavourful dishes both Veg and Non-Veg. Post dinner; indulge in fun games and activities such as Antakshari, Mis-Match and/or Traffic Jam.
23:00 pm: Lights will be shut. Catch some good sleep as you will have to wake up early.
Highlights
Aru Valley
Avantipura Ruins
Aru Valley
Avantipura Ruins
BreakFast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 3 - Sunday - Return Journey
05:00 am: Wake up early in the morning for the third and final attempt to witness the hatching and birthing of baby turtles for 1 hour. After Breakfst, visit Harihareshwar temple and explore surrounding area. After lunch, start return journey.
Highlights
Aru Valley
Avantipura Ruins
Aru Valley
Avantipura Ruins
BreakFast
Lunch