Start the overnight drive to Mumbai ferry terminal (approx 436 km, ~10–11 hours). Leave between 10:00–11:00pm to match arrival and ferry timings next morning.
Confirm ferry reservation, pack pet essentials (carrier, leash, vaccination papers), charge phone/power bank, top up fuel if needed, check tyre pressure and lights.
Expected arrival window after overnight drive (8:00–10:00am depending on exact departure). Rest for 30–45 minutes, freshen up before the ferry. If you arrive much earlier, park at a safe long-term lot and relax at a nearby cafe.
Mumbai→Mandwa ferry sailing at 10:30am (recommended because it fits the overnight arrival and gives a relaxed start). Ferry boarding usually starts 30–45min before. Ferry time ~40–60 minutes — pets allowed (as ticket indicates).
Short drive (~15–20 km, 25–35 minutes) to your Alibaug accommodation. Check-in and settle your pet; request a ground-floor or private-entry room if available.
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a beachfront cafe or your hotel — choose seafood or Indian thalis. If your hotel has pet-friendly outdoor seating, prefer that so your pet can stay close.
Stroll along Alibaug Beach and walk to Kolaba Fort during low tide (check tide times; fort generally accessible 6:00am–6:00pm). Great for photos and a gentle introduction to the coast with your pet on a leash.
Dinner at a well-reviewed local restaurant or hotel — choose light dinners like grilled fish/vegetarian thali and desserts. Ask for outdoor seating if you want your pet nearby.
Start with a hearty breakfast (eggs, local bread, fresh fruit) at the hotel or a pet-friendly cafe. Most cafes open 8:00am; confirm pet policy before sitting inside.
Drive ~20–30 minutes to Kihim Beach — known for birdlife and quieter stretches; great for early-morning walks with pets (beach open all day, best early). Carry water and shade for your pet.
Drive ~40 minutes to Revdanda Fort — a historic, photogenic site with wide beaches. The fort and beach are open during daylight hours and offer calm walks and coastal views.
If interested in watersports, head to Mandwa (some operators run banana boat rides, jetski; pets generally not allowed in equipment—confirm in advance). Alternatively relax on the Mandwa shoreline and enjoy beach shacks.
Lunch at a beachfront shack or cafe with outdoor seating so your pet can stay with you; popular shack meals are thalis, seafood platters, and local snacks.
Choose a short visit to the local market for souvenirs, or relax at the hotel. If you prefer another nearby beach (e.g., Akshi), this is a good time to go.