Depart Pune after a hearty breakfast and a quick chai stop at Kondhwa/Sus Road en route, then enjoy scenic coastal-drive breaks at Khed-Shiroda viewpoint for photos and a chance to stretch legs; plan a relaxed brunch at the family-friendly seaside eatery Aaroh Café (Ratnagiri) to sample local Konkani fare like sol kadhi and fresh fish thali. Mid-morning, visit the quaint Ratnagiri Bazaar for cashew and kokum shopping and a short cultural walk past traditional Konkani homes before continuing the drive so you arrive in time to settle into your hotel and refresh for the evening at Aare Waare Beach.
After settling in, take a leisurely late-afternoon visit to Bhatye Beach for a gentle walk and shell-collecting with the kids, followed by a short climb to the nearby Ratnadurg Fort ramparts to enjoy panoramic views of the coastline as the sun lowers. Pause at Hotel Ganesh Garden (or a similar local snack stall) for fresh coconut water and a plate of spiced fried fish or bhajiyas before returning to the hotel to freshen up for your evening at Aare Waare Beach.
As the sun softens, stroll the tidal flats toward Aare Waare Beach's quieter stretch to let the kids splash in the shallows and hunt for tiny crabs; pause at Aare Waare Viewpoint for sweeping sunset colours over the Arabian Sea. After the light fades, head to the family-friendly seaside eatery Seaside Spice Ratnagiri for a casual dinner of pomfret thali and sol kadhi, then return to your hotel for an early night or a relaxed bonfire (if available) to wind down for tomorrow's Ganpatipule day trip.
Start the day with a calm visit to Ganpatipule Temple early to avoid crowds, letting the kids watch the sea breeze through the temple precincts before a short cultural walk around the temple complex. Afterwards, head to Pratapgad Viewpoint for panoramic coastal scenery and a family picnic breakfast of local misal and fresh fruit from a roadside stall, then wander down to the soft sands of Ganpatipule Beach for building sandcastles and gentle paddling in the shallows.
After a relaxed morning, head to Swayambhu Ganpati Mandir Lawn for a family-friendly stroll and let the kids enjoy local snacks from the adjacent stalls while you admire sea views; follow this with a short drive to Jaigad Fort for an easy exploration of the coastal fortifications and sweeping Arabian Sea panoramas that older children will find adventurous. Wrap up the afternoon with a refreshing dip and coconut-seller treat at Bhairavgad Beach where tide pools invite little ones to safely splash and you can sample freshly-cut kokum sharbat from a beachside vendor before returning to your hotel to freshen up for the evening.
As twilight deepens, wander along the quieter stretch near Muzar Point where tidal pools glow and families can spot small fish and crabs while the kids play on sheltered rocks; pause for sunset views from the sheltered benches at Dabholkar Garden. For dinner, head to the cosy coastal eatery Sahyadri Sea View Restaurant to sample a mild Konkan prawn curry and coconut-based desserts, then enjoy a relaxed evening stroll back under lantern-lit paths before returning to your hotel for a restful night.
Rise early and head for a crisp snorkelling session around Tarkarli Beach-book a family-friendly glass-bottom boat and guided snorkel to spot colourful reef fish and graceful rays in the clear shallows. After water play, dry off with a stroll to Devbagh Creek where the kids can paddle in calm backwaters while you sample freshly made kokum juice from a local stall and plan an easy seaside breakfast of shev bhaji and bhakri at a beachside shack.
After morning snorkelling, ease into a relaxed afternoon exploring Tarkarli Jetty with a short glass-bottom-boat cruise extension to spot nearshore corals, then head to Uttor Beach for calm shallows where kids can paddle and parents can lounge under rented umbrellas. Follow this with a late lunch at the family-friendly seafood kafila Sadaf Restaurant (Malvan) to sample local Malvani koliwada and kokum cooler, then wander the shaded mangrove walk at Chivla Beach to search for fiddler crabs and enjoy sunset-tilted light before returning to your guesthouse to freshen up for evening plans.
As daylight softens, take a calm sunset cruise from Tarkarli Jetty Sunset Cruise (a different operator offering golden-hour views) to watch fisherfolk haul nets and spot flamingos on the horizon, then return to shore for a stroll along the palm-fringed Malvan Beach Promenade where kids can chase the last light and vendors sell warm sweetcorn and bhajiyas. Finish with a family dinner at Rooms N Vibes Malvan-a relaxed beachfront spot known for its mild Malvani fish curry and coconut dessert-then linger around a low-key beach bonfire (if permitted) to share stories and plan the coastal drive back toward Pune tomorrow.
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 |
|---|---|
| Kondhwa/Sus Road chai stop | ₹30 |
| Khed-Shiroda viewpoint (photo stop) | Free |
| Aaroh Café (Ratnagiri) - brunch | ₹350 |
| Ratnagiri Bazaar (cashew/kokum shopping) - per person estimate | ₹300 |
| Aare Waare Beach (evening stroll, tidal flats) | Free |
| Bhatye Beach (walk & shell collecting) | Free |
| Ratnadurg Fort (ramparts visit) | ₹20 |
| Hotel Ganesh Garden / local snack (coconut water + snack) | ₹120 |
| Aare Waare Viewpoint (sunset) | Free |
| Seaside Spice Ratnagiri - dinner | ₹450 |
| Ganpatipule Temple (visit) | Free |
| Pratapgad Viewpoint (photo/picnic) | Free |
| Ganpatipule Beach (sandcastles/paddling) | Free |
| Swayambhu Ganpati Mandir Lawn (stroll & snacks) | ₹100 |
| Jaigad Fort (exploration) | Free |
| Bhairavgad Beach (dip & coconut/kokum sharbat) | ₹80 |
| Muzar Point (tidepool spotting) | Free |
| Dabholkar Garden (sunset benches) | Free |
| Sahyadri Sea View Restaurant - dinner | ₹400 |
| Tarkarli beach glass-bottom boat + guided snorkel (per person) | ₹1200 |
| Devbagh Creek (paddling/backwaters) | Free |
| Beachside breakfast (shev bhaji & bhakri) | ₹150 |
| Tarkarli Jetty glass-bottom-boat cruise extension | ₹600 |
| Uttor Beach (umbrella rental) | ₹100 |
| Sadaf Restaurant (Malvan) - lunch | ₹350 |
| Chivla Beach mangrove walk | Free |
| Tarkarli Jetty sunset cruise (per person) | ₹500 |
| Malvan Beach Promenade (stroll & snacks) | ₹100 |
| Rooms N Vibes Malvan - dinner | ₹400 |
| Anjarle Beach & Kadyavarcha Ganpati (visit) | Free |
| Guhagar Viewpoint / nature trail | Free |
| Guhagar Beachside Eatery - roadside lunch | ₹300 |
| Ganpatipule Butterfly Park (entry) | ₹50 |
| Shiroda Beach (picnic & coconut water) | ₹80 |
| Prachin Konkan Museum (entry) | ₹30 |
| Vyaghreshwar Ghat (sunset boat ride) | ₹150 |
| Anjani Fort Viewpoint (stop) | Free |
| Raghav's Homestyle Dhaba - dinner | ₹300 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹7920 |