🐢 Velas Turtle Festival – Witness Nature’s Magical Moment
Experience one of nature’s most heart-touching spectacles — hundreds of baby Olive Ridley turtles taking their first journey toward the sea.
Every year, the quiet coastal village of Velas becomes the stage for a remarkable conservation effort where endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles hatch and make their instinctive journey into the Arabian Sea.
Velas hosts the famous Velas Turtle Festival, attracting nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and responsible travellers from across the country.
The village accounts for nearly 40% of sea turtle nests along the Maharashtra coastline, making it one of the most important turtle conservation sites in India.
Along with the turtle hatchling experience, we will also explore the historic Bankot Fort and relax at the scenic Shrivardhan Beach.
This trip is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, families, and weekend travellers looking for a meaningful eco-experience.
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📅 Trip Dates
20- 22 March
Departure: Friday 10:00 PM
Arrival: Sunday ~8:00 PM
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🚐 Departure & Pickup Points (Pune)
🕙 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM pickups from:
• Shivajinagar
• Wakad
11:30 PM – Exit Pune city and drive towards Tamhini Ghat
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🗺 Trip Itinerary
Day 1 – Saturday | Velas Turtle Hatchling Experience
05:00 AM – Reach Velas & freshen up
06:30 AM – Walk to the beach for Turtle Hatchling Release – Batch 1 🐢
08:00 AM – Return to homestay for breakfast
09:00 AM – 01:00 PM
Relax at the beach / beach games / explore the village
01:00 PM – Lunch (Vegetarian)
02:00 PM – Visit Bankot Fort
04:00 PM – Tea & refreshments
05:30 PM – Turtle Hatchling Release – Batch 2 🐢
07:00 PM – Return to homestay
08:30 PM – Dinner (Pure Vegetarian)
Overnight stay at Velas homestay
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Day 2 – Sunday | Coastal Exploration
05:00 AM – Wake-up call
06:30 AM – Beach visit for Turtle Hatchling Release – Batch 3
08:00 AM – Breakfast at homestay
09:00 AM – Depart from Velas
11:00 AM – Reach Shrivardhan Beach
Relax on the beach or enjoy optional adventure rides like:
• Banana Boat
• Jet Ski
⚠ These activities are self-sponsored and not included in the trip cost.
12:30 PM – Traditional Coastal Maharashtrian Lunch (Veg / Non-Veg)
02:30 PM – Depart for Pune
08:00 PM – Expected arrival in Pune (±2 hrs)
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🏡 Stay Details
Velas is an eco-tourism village, so hotel accommodations are not available.
We will stay in local village homestays with:
• Shared rooms
• Basic bedding with mattresses
• Clean modern toilets
• Authentic home-cooked Maharashtrian food
This experience allows travellers to support the local community and turtle conservation efforts.
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💰 Trip Cost
₹3600 per person
Kids below 5 years – Free
For seat in bus (2days) – ₹1200
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✅ Inclusions
• Pune to Pune transport
• Toll & parking
• Homestay accommodation
• Meals:
Day 1 – Breakfast, Lunch, Tea, Dinner
Day 2 – Breakfast & Lunch
• Boat charges
• Trip manager & guides
• First aid support
• Visit to Bankot Fort
• Visit to Shrivardhan Beach
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❌ Exclusions
• Personal expenses
• Beverages or snacks
• Personal medication
• Adventure rides at Shrivardhan beach
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⚠ Cancellation Policy
No refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of departure.
Seat confirmation only after 50% advance payment.
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📞 Bookings & Enquiries
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