Velas Turtle Festival with Harihareshwar Temple Tour

14-16th March 2025, 21-23rd March 2025,4-6th April 2025, 11-13rd April 2025, 18-20th April 2025, 25-27th April 2025, 2-4th May 2025, 9-11th May 2025,16-18th May 2025

Adult: Rs 3600/- per person
Kids (5-9yrs): Rs 2800/- per kid

Pickup Points

  • 9:00 PM: Chinchwad Gaon – Elpro City Mall Exit Gate

  • 9:10 PM: Chinchwad Station – Near BP Petrol Pump

  • 9:20 PM: Nashik Phata – Sagar Complex

  • 9:50 PM: Wakdewadi – Mayfair Towers

  • 10:15 PM: JM Road – One Plus Showroom

  • 10:25 PM: FC Road – Opposite Vaishali Hotel

  • 10:45 PM: Bremen Circle, Aundh

  • 11:00 PM: Wakad Flyover – Bhujbal Wasti

  • 11:15 PM: Hinjewadi, Shivaji Chowk

  • Pune to Pune travel by AC vehicle from designated pickup points

  • Meals:

    • Day 1: Breakfast, tea, lunch (veg), evening tea, dinner (veg)

    • Day 2: Breakfast, tea, lunch (veg), evening tea

  • Accommodation: Basic Konkani homestay in Velas (dormitory-style sharing)

  • Activities:

    • 3 sessions of turtle hatching

    • Guided tour of Bankot Fort/Himmatgad

    • Visit to Harihareshwar Temple

    • Learning session on turtle conservation by a renowned forest officer

    • Ferry ride from Velas to Harihareshwar

  • Non-veg meals (can be arranged at an extra cost if communicated at an earlier notice)

  • Personal expenses like shopping or tips

Day 1:

  • 9:00 PM onwards: Pickups from designated points.

  • Proceed to Velas Village.

Day 2:

  • 5:30 AM: Arrive at Velas and witness the first turtle hatching session at the beach.

  • 8:00 AM: Check-in at the homestay, freshen up, and have breakfast.

  • 9:00 AM: Visit Bankot Fort/Himmatgad for exploration.

  • 10:30 AM: Return to the homestay, relax, and freshen up.

  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at the homestay.

  • 5:00 PM: Evening turtle hatching session at the beach.

  • 7:00 PM: Learn about turtle conservation efforts from a forest officer.

  • 8:00 PM: Dinner and overnight stay at the homestay.

Day 3:

  • 6:00 AM: Optional third turtle hatching session (if not seen earlier).

  • 8:00 AM: Breakfast at the homestay.

  • 8:30 AM: Check out and proceed to Harihareshwar Temple.

  • 11:30 AM: Visit Harihareshwar Temple and enjoy the ocean views.

  • 1:00 PM: Lunch at Harihareshwar.

  • 2:00 PM: Begin the return journey to Pune.

  • 5:00 PM: Evening tea stop near Mulshi.

  • 9:00 PM: Approximate arrival in Pune.

Note: Timings are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions

To reserve your spot, contact Happy Feet Travellers:

  • Call/WhatsApp: 9130007027 or 7559207027

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  • Witness the rare and magical hatching of Olive Ridley Turtles.

  • Explore the historic Bankot Fort and the serene Harihareshwar Temple.

  • Learn about marine conservation efforts from experts.

  • Enjoy a well-planned itinerary with comfortable travel, meals, and accommodation.