Top up the CNG fully in Pune (Pimpri/PCMC or Swargate area); start with a full tank (car range ~220 km). Confirm 24h pump availability the night before.
Book a private guesthouse/family room or rent a small home/huge dorm for 7 people — many local guesthouses will allow extra bedding. Expect group cost around INR1,200–2,200 per night for 7 people; pre‑book via phone/WhatsApp for best rates.
Badami cave temples (Chalukya era) are the main attraction — scenic caves and lake; open ~8:00AM–5:30PM, so reach before closing for good light and photos.
Simple breakfast; check out and top up CNG in Bagalkot/near Badami if available. If Bagalkot has no CNG, plan refill at Hubballi/Belgaum earlier the night before—confirm via map apps.
Backpacker hostels and guesthouses near Hampi Bazaar and Kamalapura offer dorm beds (INR350–600 per person) or a private house for the group (~INR1,500–2,500/night). Book in advance for a group of 7.
Light breakfast; fill CNG in Hospet/Hospet outskirts if available. Confirm CNG availability en route — recommended refill towns: Hubballi (Hubli) or Belgaum (Belagavi) before heading to Yana if needed.
Scenic drive through the Western Ghats; arrival around midday is usual. Note: Yana trekking and cave approach best done during daylight hours; caves are open during daytime only.
Short trek (≈30–40 minutes) to twin karst rock peaks and caves; best explored in the afternoon but finish before dusk. Check local opening/access condition — Yana is day‑only and may have trekking fee.
Hostels near Kudle/Om Beach offer dorm beds (~INR350–600 per person) or private homestays for groups (~INR1,500–2,500/night). Dinner at a beach shack or local cafe.
Early breakfast; top up CNG (if available) in Kumta/Karwar/Gokarna area — CNG may be scarce on coast so refilling earlier in Hubballi/Belgaum is recommended. If no CNG, plan petrol top‑up or continue cautiously.
Temple complex and beach are the highlights; temple typically open from early morning to late evening (confirm timings locally). Cable car to cliff viewpoint may be available.
Start mid‑afternoon to reach Kolhapur by night; Kolhapur has reliable fuel/CNG options for topping up before final leg to Pune. Plan one short tea/petrol stop en route.
Choose a clean budget lodge for a short overnight stay; group rooms or connected rooms often available at low cost. Typical group cost ~INR1,200–1,800 for 7.
Kolhapur has good fuel availability — fill CNG fully if you can. If CNG not available or station downtime, switch to petrol (if your car supports it) or ensure full tank of alternate fuel for reliability.