Divegar One Day Tour

  1. 9:00AM: Visit Diveagar Beach
    15 minutes (1.2 miles) from Diveagar Bus Station

    Diveagar beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Maharashtra. It is a 6 km long, clean, and relatively less crowded beach. It is a perfect place to start your day with some refreshing sea breeze and coconut water. You can also take a dip in the water and indulge in adventure sports, including parasailing, banana boat rides, and jet skiing.

  2. 11:00AM: Visit Suvarna Ganesh Temple
    20 minutes (2.3 miles) from Diveagar Beach

    Located in a small village named Diveagar, Suvarna Ganesh Temple is an ancient temple of Lord Ganesha, known as Suvarna Ganesha (Golden Ganesha). The temple has an idol of Lord Ganesha made of pure gold and has a fascinating history behind it.

  3. 12:30PM: Lunch at Harshraj Garden Restaurant
    15 minutes (1.3 miles) from Suvarna Ganesh Temple

    Harshraj Garden is a pure vegetarian family restaurant that serves authentic Maharashtrian food. The peaceful ambiance and green surroundings will make your lunchtime more refreshing and delightful.

  4. 2:00PM: Visit Murud Janjira Fort
    35 minutes (19.2 miles) from Harshraj Garden Restaurant

    Murud Janjira Fort is a 17th-century fort located on an island off the coast of Murud. It is a popular tourist attraction in Diveagar and a must-visit place. The fort is built on a small hill and surrounded by the Arabian Sea, making it a perfect combination of history, architecture, and natural beauty.

  5. 4:30PM: Visit Velas Beach
    40 minutes (20.8 miles) from Murud Janjira Fort

    Velas Beach is a serene and picturesque beach located in a small village named Velas. The beach is known for its clean white sand and clear blue water. It is one of the few places in Maharashtra where you can witness the nesting and hatching of Olive Ridley turtles. If you're lucky, you might get a chance to see some baby turtles taking their first steps into the sea.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Diveagar Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Suvarna Ganesh Temple (1.5 hours, free)
  • Harshraj Garden Restaurant (1 hour, ₹500 for two people)
  • Murud Janjira Fort (2 hours, ₹20 per person)
  • Velas Beach (1.5 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹40 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add more places to your itinerary, including Shriwardhan Beach, Bankot Fort, and the Harihareshwar Temple. However, if you have less time, you can skip Velas Beach and directly visit Murud Janjira Fort. Keep in mind that Murud Janjira Fort closes at sunset, so plan accordingly. Also, do carry sunblocks, hats, shades, and comfortable walking shoes.

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