MAHARASHTRA BEACH TOURISM

  Maharashtra occupies the western and central parts of India. The state has a Coastline of 720 km stretching along the Arabian sea. All the Beach Destinations of Maharashtra come under Kokan Division. The Kokan division comprises 7 Districts and all beach destinations fall under these districts, they are Palghar, Thane, Mumbai Suburban, Mumbai City district, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg.MTDC Maharashtra has resort Facilities at the most popular beach destinations like Ganapatipule, Tarkarli, and Harihareshwar. At other beach destinations, local peoples have their own hotels and homestay facilities. Maharashtra beach destinations can be explored either by arriving at Mumbai or Pune. Both cities are having International Airport facilities and all major tourist destinations can be covered by these cities. Generally, the beaches like Alibaug, Ganapatipule, Guhagar, Harihareashwar, Dapoli, Diveagar, and Vijaydurg are at equal distances from Pune and Mumbai. While beaches like Dahanu, Kihim, Bordi, and Gorai are close to Mumbai within 100 km distance from Mumbai International Airport.  During the monsoon season, Tourist activities come to standstill in the entire Kokan coastal belt. While during the summer and Diwali season there is a heavy rush of tourists mostly from Mumbai and Pune to these places. Gagangiri Tours and Travels arranges vacation packages to all these beach destinations with separate cars for families. The cuisine available in these beach destinations is traditional Kokani Food. Accommodation facilities are available at these places to suit every budget starting from Rs 2000-6000 per room. Back water boat ride and houseboat stay facilities are available at Tarkarli near Malvan. Scuba resort water sports facilities are started by MTDC Maharashtra near Tarkarli. We provide high-quality Car Rental Facilities for the entire Konkan coastal destination at highly competitive rates for 

MAHARASHTRA TOURS

MOST POPULAR BEACH DESTINATIONS

 

1. ALIBAUG BEACH 

Alibaug is a dist place in Maharashtra very close to Mumbai and Pune. From Mumbai, it is just 103 km and the option of travel by launch is also available from Gateway of India. From Pune, the Road distance is 145 km.

Hotel Accommodation-:

Alibaug has various hotel options like Family cottages, Budget Hotels Price range-Rs 500-3000/-Standard Hotels- Price Range-Rs 1500-3500. Deluxe Hotels-Price Range-Rs 4000-7000.

Sightseeing Options-:

Major tourist attractions in Alibaug is Alibaug Beach, Alibaug Fort, Kihim Beach, Akshi Beach, Mandwa Beach, Kashid Beach, Varsoli Beach, Nagaon Beach, Murud Beach, and Murud-Janjira Fort.

Please Note-

Alibaug comes under the Konkan Coastal Belt of Maharashtra and it is the most popular tourist destination for Mumbai and Pune tourists. Generally, it is very crowded on Saturdays and Sundays hence advance Booking of hotels and Vehicles is required to avoid inconvenience.

2. GANAPATIPULE BEACH 

Ganapatipule is a coastal town of Maharashtra that comes under the Ratnagiri Dist of Maharashtra. It is mainly famous for Swayambhu Ganesh Temple and Ganapatipule Beach. After Alibaug this place is more popular among the tourist of Mumbai and Pune. From Mumbai, Ganapatipule is 345 km and from Pune, it is  307 km. In Seasons like Diwali, New Year and Summer Vacation this place is very crowded hence advance booking is necessary.

Hotel Accommodation-:

Ganapatipule has limited hotel accommodation options. Budget Hotels-:Price Range-Rs 700-1200. Standard Hotels-: Rs 1500-3000. Deluxe Hotels-4300-6000 Luxury Hotels-Rs 5000-10000. Gagangiri Tours and Travels provides MTDC 24 Hrs Booking facility without any Extra Cost at Govt fixed Tariff.

Ganapatipule Sightseeing Options

Ganapatipule is the most popular tourist destination for 2 Days tour package. Here are some important tourist places near GanapatipuleThis beach is just 10 km from Ganapatipule and there are 12 Places to Visit near Ganapatipule

. Aare Beach -

10 km from Ganapatipule due to its clean and pollution-free surroundings it is popular among tourists as the best swimming destination.

Jaigad Fort

Jaigad Fort is a sea fort located at the tip of a peninsula in the Ratnagiri district. It is 20 km from Ganapatipule. It is at the point where the Shastri River enters the Arabian Sea. There is no entry fee. It is open for tourists from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM  

 Patitpawan Mandir

This temple is 22 km from Ganapatipule. This temple was built by Shriman Bhagojiseth Keer in 1931. This was open to higher Castes as well as all untouchables for prayer. This was a revolutionary step in bringing untouchables into the mainstream.

Velneshwar

Velneshwar is a village in Ratnagiri Dist and it is 38 km from Ganapatipule. Velneshwar is well known for its ancient Shiva Temple and Very clean crescent-shaped Beach. This beach is popular among tourists for Swimming and Sunbathing.

3 RATNAGIRI

Ratnagiri is a dist headquarter and port city of Maharashtra. It is 350 KM from Mumbai 308 KM from Pune and 380 KM from Kolhapur. All important beaches like Mandvi Beach, Pawas Beach, Bhatye Beach, and Ganapatipule Beach can be visited from Ratnagiri. Forts like Ratndurg, Vijydurg, Jaigad Fort, and Jaygad Lighthouse can be visited from Ratnagiri

4. HARIHARESHWAR

Harihareshwar is a weekend Tourist destination and popular among tourists of Mumbai and Pune. It is famous for its beautiful beaches and Harihareshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is 175 km from Pune and 213 km from Mumbai.

5. AAREWARE BEACH

This beach is just 10 km from Ganapatipule and 14 km from Ratnagiri. It is famous for its cleanliness and White Sand. It is not crowded and can be visited along with the Ganapatipule tour

6) JUHU BEACH (-Near Mumbai)

Juhu Beach is in-between Malad creek and Meethi River on the Arabian Sea. This beach is among the most popular tourist site in Mumbai.Nearest Railway Station to Beach is-Vile Parle-2.9 km. One can reach Juhu beach by road and By Suburban Local Train. Best Buses and Taxis are available for this place.

7. BEACHES NEAR DAPOLI

Dapoli is a Taluka place in Ratnagiri dist. It is 228 km from Mumbai and 185 km from Pune.Most popular Beaches Near Dapoli are Karde Beach,Kolthare Beach,Murud Beach,Ladghar Beach,Anjarle Beach,Palande Beach,Harnai Beach,Kelshi Beach,Savane Beach.Overall Dapoli is a land of beautiful and untouched beaches.

8. DIVEAGAR BEACH

This beach is near Harihareshwar and tourists can cover this place during their Harihareshwar Tour. Shrivardhan is a major city in this area and the distance of Diveagar from Shrivardhan is 25 km and from Harihareshwar it is 38 km. Along with a Clean and pollution-free beach, Divagar is also famous for its Golden Ganesh Temple. This temple is approximately 1 km from the beach.

9. GUHAGAR BEACH ( Near Chiplun)

Chiplune is a Taluka place of Ratnagiri dist. And on Mumbai-Goa Highway. Guhagar beach town is 45 km from Chiplun. Guhagar beach is just 200 meters from Guhagar Bus Stand. Guhagar beach is a very long beach that extends almost 6km between two hillocks.

Accommodation-:

Budget Accommodations are available in Guhagar town Price Range – Rs 1200-3000 Standard Hotel Accommodation-Rs 2000-3700.

Please Note

Gagangiri Tours And Travels Bhandup, Mumbai arranges daily departure tour packages for families by separate Car to all Maharashtra Tourist destinations. Our specialties are Maharashtra Beach Tours, Maharashtra Hill Station Tours, Maharashtra Religious Tours, and Maharashtra Group Tours. Tours for only ladies, Special tours for Senior Citizens.Contact for more information-09892112411.Email-gagangiritoursandtravels@gmail.com. Website-gagangiritoursandtravel.com