Start your day with a relaxed drive leaving Pune mid-morning and stop for a hearty Konkan-style breakfast of poha, misal pav, and fresh filter coffee at a popular roadside eatery like Aaswad Aahar (or a similar local dhaba). Stretch your legs with a short nature walk around the scenic Karde beach viewpoint or a small riverside spot en route, where kids can collect shells and you can enjoy the coastal breeze before continuing toward your Konkan stay.
After a relaxed morning drive, arrive at your family-friendly homestay or resort near Aare Waare Beach and check in; unwind with coconut water on the verandah while kids explore the garden or play in the shallow pool. Later, take a gentle stroll to Aare Waare Beach for a late-afternoon shell hunt and watch the sun begin to lower, then enjoy fresh seafood or Konkan thali at the nearby beachside eatery Shree Sai Beach Hut before returning for an early evening bonfire and board games at the property.
As twilight settles, head a short drive to the nearby fishing village of Kashid Gaon for a gentle evening walk along the less-crowded stretch of shoreline and watch local fishermen bring in their catch. Afterwards, enjoy a family-friendly dinner of Konkan specialties like kombdi vade and fresh grilled fish at the rustic beachfront eatery Bhakta's Sea View, then return to your homestay for a cozy storytelling session or stargazing on the verandah.
Begin with a hearty Konkan breakfast at Cafe Stay & Dine, Ratnagiri sampling local sol kadhi and freshly made thecha, then drive to the historic Ratnadurg Fort for an easy family-friendly exploration of ramparts and panoramic sea views. Afterward, visit the lively Ratnagiri Fish Market where kids can watch fishermen sort the catch and you can buy fresh prawns to be cooked later at your homestay, finishing the morning with a short mangrove walk at Bhatye Creek to spot birds and small crabs.
After a morning of fort and market discoveries, head to the peaceful estuary of Bhatye Beach Promenade for a family-friendly kayak ride through the calm backwaters, then picnic on the grassy bank with local snacks like kothimbir vadi and freshly cut mango slices. Later, visit the colorful coastal village of Aare Waare fishing jetty to watch boats return, chat with fishermen about their daily haul, and finish with a relaxed coconut-water break at the nearby Seaside Green Cafe, letting kids play on the small sand flats as the tide turns.
As the sun softens, drive to the tranquil estuary at Mandavi Creek for a family-friendly boat ride among mangroves and a chance to spot kingfishers and crabs while the tide eases in. Afterwards, head to Konkan Sunset Point - a low cliff with benches and a small snack stall - to savor local coconut curries and fresh bhajis as the sky turns orange, then wander down to the nearby Aare Waare fishing jetty extension where kids can watch fishermen mend nets and pick up souvenirs from a tiny local stall.
Wake up early and drive to Tarkarli Beach for a sunrise walk and a family-friendly glass-bottom boat ride to view the clear shallows and occasional dolphins; afterward, enjoy a hearty Konkan breakfast of neer dosa and spicy coconut chutney at the beachfront Shree Ganesh Snack Corner. Next, head to Sindhudurg Fort on Malvan's coast for an easy guided tour of the island fortifications and pillared mandapas, followed by a short stop at Devbagh Creek where kids can paddle in the calm backwaters and you can arrange a local guide to explain coastal ecology and traditional boat-making.
After a morning at Tarkarli Beach and Sindhudurg Fort, spend the afternoon exploring the quieter inland charms: take a short drive to Chivla Beach for its shallow tide pools where kids can hunt tiny crabs and you can relax under casuarina trees, then visit the nearby Malvan Spice Garden for a guided walk through coconut groves and hands-on tastings of kokum, tamarind and local spices. Finish with a family-friendly stop at Devbaug Boardwalk Café, sipping fresh kokum sharbat while watching artisanal fishermen mend nets on the shoreline as the light softens, keeping the day's pace gentle before an early evening seafood feast back near your stay.
As the day cools, take the family to the peaceful Vengurla Point for a relaxed cliffside stroll and watch local fishermen bring in their evening catch while kids chase crabs among the rocks. Follow this with a short drive to Kunkeshwar Temple beachside stretch to enjoy an open-air seafood thali at Seaside Kunkeshwar Restaurant and cap the night with firefly-spotting along the nearby mangrove trail at Tondavali Creek, a gentle, magical close to a busy day of forts and beaches.
Pack an early breakfast at your stay and head inland to explore the fragrant Anjarle Beach & Kadyavarcha Ganpati area, where kids can scamper on the pebbled shore while you visit the cliff-top Kadyavarcha Ganpati Temple for sweeping views and family photos. Continue with a relaxed stop at the scenic Guhagar Viewpoint for a short nature trail through coconut groves and a roadside lunch of fresh kokum fish curry at Guhagar Beachside Eatery, making a gentle, memory-filled transition from coastal Konkan back toward Pune.
After checking out, pause your drive for a leisurely stop at Ganpatipule Butterfly Park where kids can marvel at themed gardens and short nature trails, then continue to the scenic Shiroda Beach for a relaxed picnic of leftover Konkan treats and fresh coconut water while children play in the shallow sandbars. Later, take a short detour to the historic Prachin Konkan Museum (a small local museum) to learn about regional coastal life and crafts before resuming the comfortable drive back toward Pune, keeping the pace easy and family-focused for the journey home.
As the day winds down, pause at the charming riverside village of Vyaghreshwar Ghat for a gentle sunset boat ride and let kids skip stones while you enjoy hot local bhajis from a nearby stall. Continue with a short stop at the historic roadside Anjani Fort Viewpoint to stretch legs and capture family photos of the rolling coastal hills, then finish the evening with a relaxed dinner of Konkan specialties at Raghav's Homestyle Dhaba, where children can try sweet solkadhi and parents can reminisce about the trip on the drive back toward Pune.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Aaswad Aahar (roadside breakfast / local dhaba) | ₹150 |
| Karde Beach viewpoint (short nature walk) | Free |
| Homestay / Resort check-in (Aare Waare area) - per person share of basic family room | ₹800 |
| Aare Waare Beach (shell hunt, beach walk) | Free |
| Shree Sai Beach Hut (seafood / Konkan thali dinner) | ₹400 |
| Bonfire & board games at property (organized) | ₹150 |
| Kashid Gaon (evening walk at fishing village) | Free |
| Bhakta's Sea View (dinner / kombdi vade & grilled fish) | ₹450 |
| Cafe Stay & Dine, Ratnagiri (breakfast) | ₹200 |
| Ratnadurg Fort (exploration) | Free |
| Ratnagiri Fish Market (visit / purchase optional) | Free |
| Bhatye Creek (mangrove walk / birdwatching) | Free |
| Bhatye Beach Promenade (kayak ride per person) | ₹400 |
| Picnic snacks (kothimbir vadi, mango slices) - per person | ₹120 |
| Aare Waare fishing jetty (visit) | Free |
| Seaside Green Cafe (refreshments) | ₹150 |
| Mandavi Creek (family boat ride among mangroves) | ₹300 |
| Konkan Sunset Point (snacks / bhajis) | ₹100 |
| Tarkarli Beach (glass-bottom boat ride / dolphin watching) | ₹600 |
| Shree Ganesh Snack Corner (breakfast neer dosa) | ₹120 |
| Sindhudurg Fort (guided tour / ferry island fort) | ₹200 |
| Devbagh Creek (paddling / local guide) | ₹250 |
| Chivla Beach (tide pools, beach time) | Free |
| Malvan Spice Garden (guided walk / tasting) | ₹250 |
| Devbaug Boardwalk Café (refreshments) | ₹150 |
| Vengurla Point (cliffside stroll) | Free |
| Kunkeshwar Temple beachside stretch (visit) | Free |
| Seaside Kunkeshwar Restaurant (seafood thali) | ₹450 |
| Tondavali Creek (firefly-spotting mangrove trail) | ₹100 |
| Anjarle Beach & Kadyavarcha Ganpati (temple visit & beach) | Free |
| Guhagar Viewpoint (nature trail & roadside lunch) | Free |
| Guhagar Beachside Eatery (roadside lunch kokum fish curry) | ₹300 |
| Ganpatipule Butterfly Park (entry per person) | ₹100 |
| Shiroda Beach (picnic / coconut water) | ₹80 |
| Prachin Konkan Museum (small local museum entry) | ₹50 |
| Vyaghreshwar Ghat (sunset boat ride) | ₹150 |
| Anjani Fort Viewpoint (stop & photos) | Free |
| Raghav's Homestyle Dhaba (return dinner) | ₹300 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹7,930 |