Velas Turtle Festival 2023

Velas Turtle Festival 2023

Velas is one of the most beautiful villages in the pristine coastline of Maharashtra located in Ratnagiri district. Olive ridley turtle’s which were declared endangered come to lay their eggs on the Velas beach every year. To protect this endangered turtle species, Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra (SNM) and Kasav Mitra Mandal (KMM) – NGO’s with Marines Conservation Society joined hands to start their conservation in Maharashtra. Their volunteers ensure these turtle’s eggs and hatchlings are safely released in the ocean during this festival. The aim of organizing this turtle festival is to spread awareness about eco-tourism among tourists and villagers. Tourists from all over India gather to witness the discharge of baby turtles. Velas has become one of the hotspots for tourism in Maharashtra.

*⛰️ Velas Turtle Festival 2023 🎒*

Date: 11-12-Mar-2023
Day: 02 Night and 02 Day.
Distance from Pune: 180 km.
Pick up date:- 10 Mar 2023
Pick up Time:- 10:00 PM

*Fees: ₹ 2899/-*

*⏳ Festival Schedule:*

DAY 0:

◼ Depart by private bus from Pune, Sarasbaug at 10:00 PM.

DAY 1:

◼ Reach Velas village – 05:30 a.m. Freshen up
◼ Event briefing & Introduction. Reach Velas nesting area.
◼ Witness turtles hatchlings making their way into the sea
◼ Breakfast at villagers home
◼ Visit Bankot fort.
◼ Lunch at villagers home
◼ Allocate sharing accommodation at Velas Homestay. Relax time till evening.
◼ Visit the Velas turtle nesting area in the evening.
◼ Dinner and rest for the day at homestay.

DAY 2:

◼ Wakeup call – 05:30 AM
◼ Freshen up at homestay
◼ Visit to Velas turtle nesting area
◼ Breakfast at homestay
◼ Travel to Harihareshwar
◼ Lunch at Harihareshwar
◼ Return journey towards Pune.

Key Highlights:

◆ Witness Hatchlings of Olive Ridley Turtles
◆ Beautiful Velas Beach
◆ Bankot Fort
◆ Harihareshwar Temple and Beach
◆ Traditional Home Stay
◆ Konkani style food

Things to do at Velas turtle festival

1. See the hatchlings of the baby turtles crawling towards the sea.
2. Indulge in eco-touristic activities arranged by the locals at the village. Spend time with the volunteers to know more about it.
3. Enjoy the authentic Konkani style meal and fresh and organic fruits at the village.
4. Spend your best leisure time at the beach-side rural style homestays. This will probably be the best thing you could ever do.
5. Go for a short trek to Bankot Fort which is well marked from Bankot village.
6. Visit Shri Rameshwar and Kalbhairav temple.
7. Have some fun at Harihareshwar beach which are amongst the popular beaches in the Konkan belt.

*✅ What Includes*

◼ Sahyadri Trekkers organizers to take care of all safety precautions.
◼ Travel by private bus.
◼ Traditional Home Stay
◼ Meal Veg Non-Veg (2 Breakfast-Limited and 2 Lunch and 1 Dinner Unlimited)
◼ First aid kit.
◼ License and toll.
◼ Forest charges.
◼ Velas ferry boat charges.

*❌ Fees Not Include*

◼ Any meal, cold drink, water bottle and snacks of personal orders.
◼ Anything other than above mention inclusions.

*🎒 What To Bring*

◼ Rucksack/Trekking Bag.
◼ Good quality trekking shoes or sports shoes.
◼ Bottle of water (2 Liter must).
◼ A Sleeping Bag/Sleeping Mat/Satarangi or Shawl.
◼ Gluon-D/Personal medicine.
◼ Snacks.
◼ Sweater/Raincoat.
◼ Torch.
◼ Camera (optional).
◼ Cap, Goggles, Sunscreen and Moisturizer etc.
◼ Extra pair of clothes.
◼ Identity proof.
◼ Last but not list A BIG SMILE.

*💰 Payment details*

📱Google Pay @ 9960459595

*💻 Internet Banking*

Bank: HDFC Bank Ltd
Name: Sahyadri Trekkers
Account Number: 50200055050642
Account Type: Current
IFSC code: HDFC0001115
Branch: Karve Nagar, Pune

*Your seat confirmation would be
considered only once payment received.*

*❌ Cancellation Policy*

◼ 75 % refund if cancellation made more than 7 days prior to the event.
◼ 50 % refund if cancellation made 5 days prior to the event.
◼ No refund if cancellation made less than 03 days prior to the event.
◼ In case of unforeseen weather conditions/government/local Authority/villagers restrictions, events may be get cancelled. In that case refund will not be applicable for the same.

*📝Terms and Conditions:-*

◼ It is mandatory to pay attention to trek leader to enjoy trek.
◼ Alcohol or any other addiction is not allowed during the trek.
◼ Smoking prohibited.
◼ The use of precious items and jewellery etc. is prohibited and ‘Sahyadri Trekkers’ will not be responsible for losing the goods.
◼ Trekking is at your own risk.
◼ To avoid the difficulties of those with you, you need to follow trek leader’s orders.
◼ Do not misunderstand trek as a picnic or relaxing tour. We’re all going for an adventure and entertaining trekking campaign.
◼ There may not be any suitable/proper toilet or bathroom in trek route.
◼ We reserve all right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without any prior notice.
◼ In case of casual weather or government restrictions, certain schedule can be modify/cancelled and in such cases Trek Leader’s decision will be final and binding.
◼ All the Activities and programs carry an amount of risk of injury and you are aware that outdoor activities have an inherent risk of personal injury.
◼ You are joining an outdoor activity where any incident/natural calamity can be happen and you agree that ‘Sahyadri Trekkers’ shall not be held responsible for the any accident, mishap caused by any circumstances.

*📱 Call*

Prashant Salunkhe: 9960459595 /
8888815015

*_See you in mountains_*

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