Kokan on a Shoestring Budget - 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Alibag Beach, Kolaba Fort and Varsoli Beach
    Approximately 13 km from Alibag Bus Stand
    Time and Distance Estimate: 4 hours (13 km)

    Start off your morning with a visit to Alibag Beach. Spend some time strolling along the scenic coastline or take a dip in the Arabian sea. Next, head to Kolaba Fort, a historic monument situated in the middle of the sea. Take a boat ride from the beach to reach the fort and explore the ruins of the fort from the inside. End the day with a visit to Varsoli Beach, a less crowded beach that offers breathtaking views of the sea.

  2. Day 2: Dapoli Beaches and Murud Beach
    Approximately 76 km from Alibag Bus Stand
    Time and Distance Estimate: 6 hours (76 km)

    Start your day with a visit to one of the beautiful beaches in Dapoli like Harnai Beach, Anjarle Beach, or Karde Beach. Open from 6 am to 6 pm, get mesmerised with the beauty of the beaches with serene views. Take a break and have some delicious seafood for lunch at any of the beachside eateries. End your day with a visit to Murud Beach and catch the sunset by the sea.

  3. Day 3: Tarkarli Beach and Devbag Beach
    Approximately 399 km from Alibag Bus Stand
    Time and Distance Estimate: 11 hours (399 km)

    Begin your day early and begin the journey to Tarkarli Beach, known for its clear blue waters and white sand. Go for a swim, or indulge in some water sports like snorkelling and scuba diving. After lunch, head over to Devbag Beach to witness the confluence of the Arabian Sea and the Karli River. Take a boat ride to spot dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life. End your day with a beautiful sunset by the beach.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Entrance to Kolaba Fort (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Boat ride to Kolaba Fort (30 minutes, ₹100 per person)
  • Seafood lunch at Harnai Beach/Anjarle Beach/Karde Beach/Murud Beach (1 hour, ₹500 for two people)
  • Tarkarli Scuba Diving (2 hours, ₹1000 per person)
  • Devbag Beach Dolphin Tour (1 hour, ₹300 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,550

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can spend additional days at some of the locations mentioned in the itinerary or explore nearby locations like Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri, and Kashid beach. If you have less time, you can skip places or shorten your trip by visiting the closer beaches in Alibag only. You can also consider taking a bus or train instead of a private vehicle to save on transportation costs.

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