VELAS TURTLE FEST
04th March 2023
THIS EVENT IS OVER !!
Brief Info
Batch 1: 4-5 March 2023
Batch 2: 18-19 March 2023
Batch 3: 25-26 March 2023
Base: Velas, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra
Grade: Easy, Child Friendly
Sightseeing: Velas Beach, Bankot Fort, Savitri River, Harihareshwar Temple and Beach
About the place -
Velas is one of the coastal village at the northen most boundery in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India. Every year, Olive Ridley Turtles come and lay their eggs on the coast of Velas. To protect this endangered turtle species, an NGO - Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra started conservation in Maharashtra. Their volunteers protect turtle nests and eggs and hatchlings are safely released in the sea during this festival. Tourists get to witness the release of baby turtles. The purpose of this festival is to spread awareness among tourists and villagers.
Bankot fort is situated on a hill overlooking the place where Savitri River meets the Arabian sea in turn to protect the ancient trade route.
Tour Itinerary
Friday
Mumbai Participants: Meet at Sanjay Gandhi National Park Main gate at 22.00 Hrs
Saturday
- Overnight travel and reach Velas by 5:30 am
- Freshen up and proceed to Velas Beach for Turtle Festival
- Have Breakfast and Visit Bankot fort
- Explore the fort and enjoy the panorama view of Savitri River
- Enjoy the local flavor Veg Lunch and rest
- Visit Velas Beach in the evening to see Turtle hatchlings and enjoy Sunset
- Enjoy group Games and shares travel experiences
- Dinner and retire for the day
Sunday
- Wake up early by 5:30 am and freshen up
- Visit Velas Beach to see Turtle Hatchlings
- Post Breakfast proceed towards Harihareshwar
- Enjoy the short Jetty ride en route Harihareshwar
- visit Harihareshwar Temple and Beach
- Have lunch (veg / Non veg lunch to be paid by participants)
- Start return journey to Mumbai
Tour Cost
Trip Cost would be Rs. 3500/- only
Inclusions -
> Transportation from Borivali, Mumbai to Velas and back in AC vehicle.
> Accommodation in typical village house on sharing basis
> Konkani Style food during the trip - (2 breakfast and tea, 1 lunch and 1 dinner)
> Ferry Boat Charges
> Forest and Panchayat Samiti Charges
> Guide and expertise charges
Exclusions -
> Any personal expenses
> Mineral Water and cold drinks> Lunch on Sunday at Harihareshwar
> Travel insurance
> Anything which is not mentioned in the cost include
Registration Process
To register for the event, contact - 9987577684 / 9819986540 / 9987007742
One has to transfer Rs 2000/- (Non refundable) to confirm your registration.
Account Name: OWLET OUTDOORS
Account Number: 50200028742000 (Current)
Bank Name: HDFC Bank
Branch: Shantivan, Borivali East, Mumbai
IFSC: HDFC0000414
Things to be carried
List of things to be carried -
- Haversack to put in everything to be carried for the trip
- Water 2 Liters at least
- Extra Clothes, Towel, Napkin
- Something to munch on during journey
- Camera, Cap, Sun glasses
- Avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
- Personal medicines required if any
- Identity Proof
Rules to be followed
Few Rules we would like people follow -
- Consumption of alcohol, smoking, drugs, narcotics is strictly now allowed and would lead to expulsion from the trek.
- Leader's decision will be final and binding to all members. No arguments will be entertained.
- Each member is responsible for their own safety and baggage.
- Please do not wear any jewellery or gold ornaments.
- Please do not litter. Do not throw plastic, paper, wrappers, bottles etc. Carry them home to throw in the dustbin.
- We strongly believe in saying - Wherever we go, leave only footprints and take back only memories.
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