Estimated Time from Previous Location: 0 minutes (on-site)
Morning: Begin your day with the sacred darshan at the Shri Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir. The temple opens at 4:00 AM and is the most important pilgrimage site in Shirdi. You will feel a divine connection with the Sai Baba here.
Afternoon: Head to the Dwarkamai Mosque which is just next to the temple. The mosque was the residence of Sai Baba during his last years and has a sacred fire which is burning continuously since Baba's time. The mosque is open from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Evening: The Gurusthan is a place where Sai Baba spent most of his time when he first came to Shirdi. The place is under a neem tree and is opened from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The serene atmosphere will provide you with a relaxing ambience to end your day.
Day 2: Wet N Joy Waterpark
Located at Mumbai-Agra National highway, Shirdi
Estimated Time from Previous Location: 20 minutes (9.6 km)
Morning: Start your day by experiencing the thrilling rides and water slides at Wet N Joy Waterpark. The park opens at 10:00 AM and has something for everyone, from calm pools for relaxation to adventurous rides for thrill-seekers.
Afternoon: Have a delicious lunch at the park's food court and continue to enjoy more of the park's attractions.
Evening: End your day with some shopping at the Sai Shakti Shopping Mall located near the water park. The mall has a variety of shops, including souvenir shops, fashion boutiques and restaurants.
Recommendations
Other attractions that you could consider visiting are the Dixit Wada Museum, where you can see Sai Baba's personal belongings, and the Shani Shingnapur temple, which is located around 2 hours from Shirdi. You could also take a day trip to the Ellora Caves, located around 3 hours from Shirdi. Make sure to check the weather forecast before planning your trip and pack accordingly.
Time and Costs Estimates
Shri Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir (1-2 hours, free entry)
Dwarkamai Mosque (1 hour, free entry)
Gurusthan (30 minutes, free entry)
Wet N Joy Waterpark (5-6 hours, INR 1000 per person)
Sai Shakti Shopping Mall (1-2 hours, varies)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 1000 per person (excluding meals and accommodation)